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V1.0.11.126_10.2.112 firmware blocking NTP?
I noticed a new issue last week after updating my R7000 to firmware version V1.0.11.126_10.2.112. Eventually the R7000 seems to block devices on my LAN from accessing NTP servers on the internet. I...
It took several more days of testing that included what appears to have been a cable modem-related hiccup to convince myself that R7000 firmware version V1.0.11.128_10.2.112 doesn't block NTP synchronization a day or two after installation/router reboot. Netgear appears to have resolved the issue that was introduced in firmware version V1-0-11-126-10-2-112.
Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/24231/How-do-I-back-up-the-router-configuration-settings-on-my-Nighthawk-router
Enjoy.
Honestly, I'm not sure I've ever had to reset one of the numerous Netgear routers I've used over many years, but that's good advice. I always keep a relatively recent configuration backup on hand just in case.