Report back findings, this is a more recent release than the Beta I was using.
R8500 Firmware Version 1.0.2.54
New Features & Enhancements:
Supports Open VPN for mobile devices.
Supports BT IGMP.
Bug Fixes:
Fixes the 2.4G 20/40 coexistence issue where the 2.4G will stay in HT40 mode when the router is in a noisy area and configured in a fixed channel.
Fixes the issue in which DFS might falsely detect radar and switch to another channel.
Fixes the issue in which the Schedule WiFi feature can’t be enabled in some browsers.
Firmware Upgrade Instruction:
Note: To avoid wireless disconnect issue during the firmware download process, NETGEAR recommends that firmware upgrade be performed on a computer with wired connection.
Write down all the settings which you changed from the default values, since you may need to reenter them manually.
Using the Download Link below, download and extract the new firmware to a convenient place such as your desktop. The filename after extracting is R8500-V1.0.2.54_1.0.56.chk
Click Browse and find the file you just downloaded.
Click Upload. Do not interrupt the upgrade while the router does this step.
Important Note:
The upgrade process is completed when the on screen progress bar completes. If power LED light turns amber and blinking, power cycle the router to complete the upgrade.
If the upgrade progress bar on web GUI doesn’t display correctly during firmware upgrade, you can still check the status using Power LED. The Power LED should be blinking (amber) during firmware upgrade. After firmware upgrade is done and boots up the system, it changes to steady amber color. Please DO NOT power off or reboot the device during firmware upgrade, otherwise, it may result to a corrupt firmware and cause the device not to work.
Been using it for a month in beta and its rock solid. The version you are using had ios devices disconnect / reconnect issues. The reason mu-mino is not included as it is not ready for prime time and there is issues. Its a broadcom thing.
Technically, the S7 beats the 6P with Cat 9 LTE, but in reality, you’re not going to notice the different, either in terms of UK mobile operator support or in the speed of mobile data. Both have 802.11ac with 2x2 antennae and MU-MIMO support, so paired with the right router or access point will be very quick over Wi-Fi."
Yes I do, I used that version and had iOS connection issues. Also don't expect high performance with mu-mimo with that version as that is why it is not included with this new public release. Turning it on is no more than a placebo effect until Broadcom gets the mu-mimo driver right.
I'll take the OpenVPN support over Mu-Mimo right now.... Kudos to the Netgears team for adding that...
Only issue right now is the port teaming is still causing a packet storm from hell after flashing and rebooting. The only thing I do after the flash is a 30/30/30, and set everything manualy and NOT importing a config save...
Again the switch I use for LACP is the Netgear GS108Tv2... Try it for yourself, and yes I have RSTP running... Locks up my Directv and PC till I pull one of the cables...
I noticed the firmware has port teaming on by default but I think the handshake is wonky or something, and takes a few goes before its enabled... Once I get the green boxes around the ports on the firmware page it functions normally...
Else it's running pretty good... I'll keep my eyes on any WAN dissconnects with my PPoE aDSL2+...
Not feeling this firmware on bit... Very lazy at connecting to the 5Ghz (often falls back to the 2.4 after two or three attempts), and once connected all 10 or so devices I have get dumped on the high channel leaving the lower channel empty... My previous FW(1.02.28) was pretty balanced on both radios, and connected cleanly on the first try...
How does it "fall back to 2.4 ghz" if you are using 2 different SSID's, one for 2.4 ghz and one for 5 ghz ? If your using 1 SSID for both bands, that would be incorrect and explain your issue. Also be sure to default your router and manually enter all settings as this is firmware updating 101. I have beta tested this version for weeks and it's flawless with about 25 clients, so something is happening in regards to user error. This usually explains why many have no issues with a new firmware and a few do. Do everything by the book and then report back.
Basically my phones and tablets give up after about three tries with the 5G connection (Smart Connected), and then moves to the next save connection on the list which is the 2.4 radio...
I'll wait for the old lady goes to go to bed, and try narrowing down the issue. My bets are on the Smart Connect...
That’s a shame, because I really wanted to use OpenVPN, and it looks like I might be rolling it back to the 1.02.28 Beta...
Default your settings with the reset button and a paper clip, enter your settings, and then "forget" your SSID on your devies and reconnect. Also I would reload the firmware in case you have a bad flash. In addition set your channels instead of using auto channel selection. I have a mix of iOS and android clients and have none of your issues.
I got a flood of these in my log last night, I never saw this on any other firmware.
What is it?
[Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:45:07 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:44:57 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:44:45 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:44:33 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:44:21 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:44:10 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:43:59 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:43:48 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:43:38 [Self2WAN ICMP type b Detected!] To prevent from revealing router's activity, this packet is dropped!Sunday, Mar 13,2016 17:43:27
Reinstalled Firmware, Reverted to Factory Settings, 30/30/30, power off, my radios are on a fixed channel, and she's still wonky on connecting to the 5G and right now I have 9 devices on the upper channel, and 0 on the lower...
