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New - CAX80 Firmware Version 5.1.1.8 Released
New Features and Enhancements: 09/10/2024
- Smart Parental Controls
- WPS PIN and ReadySHARE Vault support removed
Bug Fixes:
- Fixed security vulnerability issues.
- Fixed various bugs.
Other Fixes: Should fix the 5Ghz Upload issue and cell phone text message sending of pictures. Also Nest Controller App connectivity.
Firmware Update Instructions:
Download Link: https://www.netgear.com/support/product/CAX80.aspx#download
NOTE: The .bin file is embedded with in a .rar file. Use any uncompressed/unpacking program to unpack the .rar file with in the .zip file to reveal the actual FW .bin file. It's there. 7zip is a free app.
Firmware Update Instructions:
To update your product’s firmware, follow the instructions in your product’s user manual. To find your user manual, visit https://www.netgear.com/support/
enter your model number in the search box, and click the Documentation button on the product page.
NOTE: This upgrade is for the ROUTER portion of the CAX only. Modem portion Firmware upgrades are pushed down by your ISP. For more information, please see our https://kb.netgear.com/000036375/What-s-the-latest-firmware-version-of-my-NETGEAR-cable-modem-or-modem-router
Manually update FW on the router if this isn't seen on the routers web page:
https://kb.netgear.com/23960/How-do-I-manually-update-the-firmware-on-my-NETGEAR-router
NOTE: Use a wired PC and web browser to update router FW. If continued problems are seen after a FW update, it's recommended to try a factory reset and setup from scratch with out loading any saved configurations from backup files.
https://kb.netgear.com/9665/How-do-I-perform-a-factory-reset-on-my-NETGEAR-router
This article applies to:
Let us know how it works for you...Please make a new new post in the cable modem forum regarding any issues seen or if you have any questions and we'll help you out.
Thank you.