Netgear Modem Software Update
The router firmware routing software is stored in flash memory.
Netgear modem software update. To ensure that new features are available on your router make sure that it s running the latest firmware. To find documentation firmware software or other files enter a whole or partial model number in the text search box. After you click the update button do not try to go online turn off the router or do anything else to the router until it finishes restarting.
Welcome to the netgear download center. The simplest way to update the firmware on your netgear router is with the nighthawk app. Follow the onscreen instructions to update the firmware on your device.
The firmware update process takes about two minutes. Firmware and software downloads current versions. The firmware update starts and the router restarts.
To check for new firmware and update your router. The following table displays the latest firmware versions of netgear cable modems and modem routers. Under current versions select the firmware version that you want to download and then click the download button.
Netgear provides your isp with the latest firmware and your isp updates your firmware. Netgear regularly releases firmware updates to improve product performance add features and enhance security. Updating your router firmware can help improve connectivity and keep your router secure.
How to install a netgear dsl modem router. Click firmware and software downloads. Unzip the downloaded file and run the exe file.