New - XR450/XR500 Firmware Version 2.3.2.134 Released

[Netduma-Liam]

Could you please repeat the process but instead downgrade to the 114 firmware, linked below.

https://kb.netgear.com/000062867/XR500-Firmware-Version-2-3-2-114

Once downgraded factory reset either through the interface or by holding the button on the back for thirty seconds.

Then re-upgrade and don't factory reset after the upgrade.

[domino138]

Hi Liam - do you have any idea when the next version is coming out for the XR500 please?

[Netduma-Fraser]

@domino138 we post any and all potential updates on the status of firmware here: http://support.netduma.com/en/support/solutions/articles/16000132677-dumaos-firmware-progress outside of that we don't have any extra information to give

[lenbo7777]

My XR500 had a problem - documented here:

• https://community.netgear.com/t5/Nighthawk-Pro-Gaming-DumaOS-3-0/New-XR450-XR500-Firmware-Version-2-...

...where it would sporadically restart and reset.  Since upgrading to .134, I haven't experienced this again.  But I also hadn't reserved any addresses.  Earlier this week, I reserved one device and address in the LAN.  My DHCP is set to 192.168.1.2 - 254.

The morning after I made the reservation, my router restarted and reset - just like it had previously.  

Is anyone else experiencing this...and is there ever going to be any relief?

[FURRYe38 · Accepted solution]

I recommend that you leave the DHCP IP address pool range set to a smaller range. You don't have to use the default range. I personally never use the factory range on any NG router. Also this provides room for static IP addressed devices as well. I use .100 to .150 as I only have around 30 devices. Plenty of room for additional devices if and when that happens. 

We hope so, however don't have that info. 

[Netduma-Liam]

That is odd, I would suggest going through and reserving IP addresses outside the DHCP range, then see if you experience any further disconnections after that.

[MSTR-RacerX]

I believe my XR500 is dieing a slow death.  I tried updating to the newest firmware and everything seemed to be fine, but after about 2 minutes my speed drops to 150-200MBS and I have a 1G service.  If I connect my laptop to the ISP everything seems to be fine and getting 914MBS.  I saw a video about the X7000 series and they downgraded the firmware and fixed the issue with slower speeds...  anything like that suggested here and if so, which version of the firmware was used?  Also, any internal upgrade I can perform on the XR500?  Thanks in advance for your input!

[FURRYe38]

What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended. 

How is QoS configured? 

Have you tried the beta? 

https://community.netgear.com/t5/Nighthawk-Pro-Gaming-Routers/NOTICE-NETDUMA-Beta-Firmware-for-the-N...

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@MSTR-RacerX wrote:

I believe my XR500 is dieing a slow death.  I tried updating to the newest firmware and everything seemed to be fine, but after about 2 minutes my speed drops to 150-200MBS and I have a 1G service.  If I connect my laptop to the ISP everything seems to be fine and getting 914MBS.  I saw a video about the X7000 series and they downgraded the firmware and fixed the issue with slower speeds...  anything like that suggested here and if so, which version of the firmware was used?  Also, any internal upgrade I can perform on the XR500?  Thanks in advance for your input!

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[Netduma-Fraser]

Please do try the beta as mentioned above as you may see better results on that version