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Replace Firmware
Hi
Firstly let me say I only have a very BASIC knowledge of computing.
I have managed to bugger up my router when I (stupidly) attempted to add a VPN to it so that I could access TV shows, movies etc from the UK. The router now does not work......!!
In laymans terms, how do I update or reinstall the router firmware via my laptop (running Windows 10) without corrupting or causing any problems with the other R7000P that I have online at present?
Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Steve
2 Replies
You can try recoving it with tftp or nmrpflash.
are you on windows? if so, follow this guide
https://kb.netgear.com/000059634/How-to-upload-firmware-to-a-NETGEAR-router-using-Windows-TFTP
just make sure you enable tftp
https://www.thewindowsclub.com/enable-tftp-windows-10
and here's a video walk through using a tftp client. Use the built in one for windows 10 though. the video is more of an example of how its done.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9DLrLQrpaw
and if that doesn't work, you can try using nmrpflash
It'd also be worth checking on the forum for the vpn firmware you tried to install. many times they have their own steps to remove their firmware to get back to stock.
