Bug Fixes:
- Fixes unable to scan neighbor APs (Unknown AP).
- Fixes stale walled garden entries created with space before walled garden URLs, affecting CP redirection.
- Fixes loop-forming issue that can occur when extender with Ethernet backend is connected to the Internet.
- Extender now connects to configured preferred backhaul.
Netgear Insight Bug Fixes:
- Fixes issue where device serial number was added twice when connecting to Insight Cloud Portal or Insight app after performing hardware factory reset on unclaimed device.
Known Issues:
- When an Ethernet cable is connected to the trunk port (port 1) of the Multi-mode AP operating in Extender mode, automatic switch to Root mode may not work. Workaround: Reboot the device and plug in the cable.
- When there is an unmanaged switch in the network, we recommended you disable Layer 2 Protection for the switch. Workaround: Use STP for loop protection.
- If STP detects a loop on the Access Point, it disables the Instant Mesh link, but acts as an extender. Workaround: Remove the loop from the network device. Reboot may be required.
- If STP detects a loop on Switch, Access point will become Extender though there is cable connected to backend switch. Workaround: Reboot switch, then Access point becomes Root.
- If the Root AP loses Internet connectivity, the Extender may not switch to a nearby Root AP. Workaround: Power off the Root AP that lost connectivity.
- In Root mode, if the IP address subnet changes, the connected Extender loses connectivity to the Insight Cloud. Workaround: Reboot the Extender.
- Some clients may not show the pop-up login screen when connected to the Instant Captive Portal SSID. Workaround: Use a browser to go to the captive portal authentication page.
- Some special characters are not supported in Instant Captive Portal SSIDs. Workaround: We recommended you avoid using special characters in the SSID name.
- While using the Facebook Wi-Fi feature, some iOS devices and Android devices might not display the Facebook Authentication page automatically. Workaround: The user must launch a web browser to display the Facebook Authentication page.
- After updating to a newer firmware version, the latest web management interface changes may not show. Workaround: Clear the web browser cache.
- You may notice throughput drop when you enable the Traffic Analyzer. Workaround: For optimum throughput, keep the analyzer disabled except when you're actively checking traffic.
Firmware Update Instructions:
Download Link : https://www.downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/WAC540/WAC564_540_firmware_V8.2.5.1.zip
To update your product’s firmware, follow the instructions in your product’s user manual. To find your user manual, visit https://www.netgear.com/support/, enter your model number in the search box, and click the Documentation button on the product page.
If the Access Point is connected to the Insight cloud, perform a firmware update through the firmware schedule policy, or perform a manual device firmware update using the Insight app or local web GUI.
After updating to the latest firmware, make sure to update to the latest version of the NETGEAR Insight app for the best functionality and user experience.