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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Sep 15, 2024

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

 

https://kb.netgear.com/24231/How-do-I-back-up-the-router-configuration-settings-on-my-Nighthawk-router

 

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Let us know how it works for you...

9 Replies

  • Even with this new firmware, I am still having issues sending pictures over 5 GHz, and have to switch to the 2.4 GHz to send them. This is even after a factory reset of the device. 

     

    Are there some settings I need to enable or change for the fix?

    • FURRYe38's avatar
      FURRYe38
      Guru - Experienced User

      Who is the ISP that your connected with? 

      What channels are you using on the modem? 

      Is Smart Connect enabled or disabled? 

      Is AX mode enabled under basic wireless settings? 

      Is MIMO enabled? 

      Is IPv6 enabled or disabled?


      Clintonweb wrote:

      Even with this new firmware, I am still having issues sending pictures over 5 GHz, and have to switch to the 2.4 GHz to send them. This is even after a factory reset of the device. 

       

      Are there some settings I need to enable or change for the fix?


       

      • Clintonweb's avatar
        Clintonweb
        Guide

        Who is the ISP that your connected with? 

        Xfinity/Comcast

        What channels are you using on the modem? 

        5GHz is on channel 36.

        Is Smart Connect enabled or disabled? 

        Smart Connect is disabled.

        Is AX mode enabled under basic wireless settings? 

        Yes, AX is enabled.

        Is MIMO enabled? 

        MIMO is enabled.

        Is IPv6 enabled or disabled?

        IPv6 is enabled.