NETGEAR WNR500 Router Firmware 1.0.0.18

Fixes:

- Wire and wireless clients cannot get ip address from DUT after 28 hours in HOME_IOT test.
- GUI can't be reached when WAN is disconnected.
- Couldn't function after PPPoE connected for 1-2 mins.
- Check firmware version faild on genie in win 7 system or mac system.
- Can't modify wireless Settings success on genie in Android or ipod.
- Can't logged on by genie at very high frequency in andriod.
- Untranslated string in upgrade detect page.
- Bad performance in HOME_IOT test.
- The wireless mode default value isn't correct.

This package contains the files needed for installing the Router Firmware. If it has been installed, updating (overwrite-installing) may fix problems, add new functions, or expand existing ones. Even though other OSes might be compatible as well, we do not recommend applying this release on platforms other than the ones specified.

About Router Firmware:

Before you consider downloading this firmware, go to the system information page of the router and make sure that the currently installed version isn't either newer or matching this release.

Due to the large variety of router models and different methods for upgrading the device, it is highly recommended that you read and, above all, understand the installation steps before you apply the new firmware, even if you are a power user.

In theory, these steps shouldn't be much of a hassle for anyone, because manufacturers try to make them as easy as possible, even if they don't always succeed. Basically, you must upload the new firmware to the router through its administration page and allow it to upgrade.

If you install a new version, you can expect increased security levels, different vulnerability issues to be resolved, improved overall performance and transfer speeds, enhanced compatibility with other devices, added support for newly developed technologies, as well as several other changes.

If you're looking for certain safety measures, remember that it would be best if you perform the upload using an Ethernet cable rather than a wireless connection, which can be interrupted easily. Also, make sure you don't power off the router or use its buttons during the installation, if you wish avoid any malfunctions.

If this firmware meets your current needs, get the desired version and apply it to your router unit; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don't miss the update that will improve your device.