Re: New - RBR750 / RBS750 Firmware Version 4.6.14.3 Released

Shwabo · ‎2022-12-04

Factory Reset & setup from scratch done.

Remote Web Management settings removed is confirmed.

Only the "Always Use HTTPS to Access Router" setting is available.

Thanks again for everyone's patience and help with this issue. Much appreciated!!

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-05

Thanks for the confirmation. Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/000062080/How-do-I-back-up-the-configuration-settings-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System
Enjoy. 📡

SW_ · ‎2022-12-05

Setting DHCP limit between 2-200 ranges can help with stability in some cases, especially with FW upgrade. For example, if one of the devices on the network grabs the Orbi internal IP address, 192.168.1.250, the Satellite won't come online, reboot randomly, or hang. This is important during firmware upgrade because Orbi Satellite expects 192.168.1.250 to be available and exclusive to itself.

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-05

I've see best stability with .100 to .200. I personally use .100 to .150 since I don't have more than 40 devices online currently. Also gives room for static IP assigned devices on either side of this pool.

d700 · ‎2022-12-06

Looking for advice:

Have been on Firmware Version: V4.6.9.11_2.3.5 and have not had a reboot since installation.
System Uptime: 88 days 02:03:48
Only issue we've seen is occasional hardwired lockup on my wife's laptop/hub...but I think its the hub.
I see this latest firmware 4.6.14.3 seems to include many updates since our last update.
I have never reset/wiped the router set since original purchase, only layered firmware updates on top of next.

I have early RBK753 set from Costco, enjoyed over a year of trouble free service before going through a year of constant rebooting that lasted until 4.6.9.11_2.3.5...so with 90 days of uptime, I'm really cautious of moving to new firmware.

My questions:

How's this latest fw for rebooting? Is it stable, good uptime?
If I save off my cfg file and do reset, will I get all my custom names I've created for various devices (I assume its tied to MAC address).
What does narrowing the IP range to 100-200 do (other than limiting number of devices)
Are the security fixes addressing minor things or major vulnerabilities?

Trying to decide: Is it worth updating? If so, should I do a full wipe/reset then apply cfg file?

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-06

Seems a bit too early to tell if Fw is stable.

I haven't seen anyone post having major issues.

"If it works, don't fix it." Up to you though. You can always revert back.

You'll have to check the link to the security section to see what is addressed there.

Nice to see long duration on up time.

@d700 wrote:

Looking for advice:

Have been on Firmware Version: V4.6.9.11_2.3.5 and have not had a reboot since installation.

System Uptime: 88 days 02:03:48

Only issue we've seen is occasional hardwired lockup on my wife's laptop/hub...but I think its the hub.

I see this latest firmware 4.6.14.3 seems to include many updates since our last update.

I have never reset/wiped the router set since original purchase, only layered firmware updates on top of next.

I have early RBK753 set from Costco, enjoyed over a year of trouble free service before going through a year of constant rebooting that lasted until 4.6.9.11_2.3.5...so with 90 days of uptime, I'm really cautious of moving to new firmware.

My questions:

How's this latest fw for rebooting? Is it stable, good uptime?

If I save off my cfg file and do reset, will I get all my custom names I've created for various devices (I assume its tied to MAC address).

What does narrowing the IP range to 100-200 do (other than limiting number of devices)

Are the security fixes addressing minor things or major vulnerabilities?

Trying to decide: Is it worth updating? If so, should I do a full wipe/reset then apply cfg file?

Theobuck · ‎2022-12-07

How do you find the uptime? I have been looking for that info.

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-07

192.166.1.1/debug.htm

@Theobuck wrote:
How do you find the uptime? I have been looking for that info.

TC_in_Montana · ‎2022-12-07

@Theobuck wrote:
How do you find the uptime? I have been looking for that info.

You should be able to see it here:

http://192.168.1.1/RST_statistics.htm

DM2604 · ‎2022-12-07

I have a strange issue. When I open my Router site, I get the info that the new update is there. When I go to the update site it tells me that there are no new updates. In the same time on the top of the site there is still the message that there is a new update. When I click on that blue message, it starts searching for the update and does not find any !?

I can do the manual update but obviously something is wrong with the update concept of Netgear.

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-07

Is the Auto Update feature enabled or disabled on your system?

Can you post a screen capture of what your seeing?

What browser are you using?

Happens in a different browser?

I would not give it too much attention as this is rumored to be a minor update and thus NG may not post it for AU.

@DM2604 wrote:

I have a strange issue. When I open my Router site, I get the info that the new update is there. When I go to the update site it tells me that there are no new updates. In the same time on the top of the site there is still the message that there is a new update. When I click on that blue message, it starts searching for the update and does not find any !?

I can do the manual update but obviously something is wrong with the update concept of Netgear.

DM2604 · ‎2022-12-07

Auto Reply is disabled.

I am using Safari.

I do not know yet - I will check that with Firefox under Windows.

I am not paying much attention to it but it is very confusing from Netgear.

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-07

If you manually updated, just disable Auto Update. You'll be fine.

RockTheGlobe · ‎2022-12-14

@SW_ wrote:
Setting DHCP limit between 2-200 ranges can help with stability in some cases, especially with FW upgrade. For example, if one of the devices on the network grabs the Orbi internal IP address, 192.168.1.250, the Satellite won't come online, reboot randomly, or hang. This is important during firmware upgrade because Orbi Satellite expects 192.168.1.250 to be available and exclusive to itself.

Not following the logic here... I restricted my DHCP range between .100 and .200, and my Satellites are both showing up within that range: One has .121 and the other has .122.

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-15

As it should.

Wizec · ‎2022-12-17

I updated and now I can’t access my RBR750

The page just gives me a “500 internal server error”

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-17

What browser are you using?
Happens in a different browser?

Be sure to clear out all browser caches before entering into the RBRs web page.

Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router been performed since last update?
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
Turn off and unplug modem.
Turn off router and computers.
Plug in and turn on modem. Wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on the router and wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on computers and rest of network.

Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update? A complete pull of the power adapters for a period of time after the factory reset then walk thru the setup wizard and setup from scratch. Recommend setting the default DHCP IP address pool range to the following after applying and a factory reset: 192.168.#.100 to 192.168.#.200.

@Wizec wrote:
I updated and now I can’t access my RBR750

The page just gives me a “500 internal server error”

SeaRefractor · ‎2022-12-25

Stable for over 12 days so far. However, I'd like to see it much longer before I say it's a stable release.

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-26

Usually anything past 3 days is good. 12days, Ya thats solid.

mingcyu · ‎2022-12-28

Can I assume that the need to restrict the DHCP addresses is for those running in Router mode and not AP mode? I currently run mine in AP mode, so the DHCP setting is set as no

FURRYe38 · ‎2022-12-28

Not applicable in AP mode.

@mingcyu wrote:

Can I assume that the need to restrict the DHCP addresses is for those running in Router mode and not AP mode? I currently run mine in AP mode, so the DHCP setting is set as no

FURRYe38 · ‎2023-01-06

7 good days of up time. FW was updated to v.13 and RBR and RBS were factory reset and setup from scratch.

RBR in router mode. CAX80 in modem mode.

RBS ethernet connected for backhaul.

Putting something else online to test.

Cinemagic310 · ‎2023-02-06

If I update the firm ware via the Orbi app will it do the satellites first or just do the router??? or everything all at once??

Is it advisable to update the firm ware via the app or web interface? is there a better way????

Cine

FURRYe38 · ‎2023-02-10

I highly recommend using the Web UI on the RBS first. Then update the RBR lastly using it's Web UI with a wired PC and web browser.

@Cinemagic310 wrote:

If I update the firm ware via the Orbi app will it do the satellites first or just do the router??? or everything all at once??

Is it advisable to update the firm ware via the app or web interface? is there a better way????

Cine

jdk1120 · ‎2023-02-12

Yup.. My issue started after upgrading to 4.6.14.3 as well. Keep me posted on whether the issue gets resolved on your end.

The lag spikes are getting so frequent that zoom calls during WFH are getting unbearable..