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ehansen14051
Feb 22, 2021Initiate
Warning: Do not upgrade firmware to 1.0.2.144, it bricked my Nighthawk X8 R8500
I have a Nighthawk X8 R8500 and I updated the firmware this morning via the web interface. I believe I updated to v1.0.2.144, but I cannot confirm, as the router will no longer operate. The power LED...
ejonestexas
Jun 20, 2021Aspirant
I upgraded mine to the V1.0.2.144 but is was using the Routers check for new updates. I didnt see the firmware listed on the webpage but it was listed under one article.
Mine is still working and ive rebooted a few times.