The release can be applied regardless of the operating system installed on your computer

Aug 13, 2014 14:22 GMT  ·  By

NETGEAR has made available a new firmware update targeted at some of its ProSafe switches, namely version 2.0.1.17, compatible with the GS116Ev2, JGS524Ev2, JGS516PE, and JGS524PE devices, which can be applied regardless of the OS powering your computer.

When it comes to changes, the GS116Ev2 and JGS516PE-related software resolves an issue where “metr” and “andre123” passwords wouldn’t be recognized if changed using the Plus utility, therefore not allowing users to login to the switch.

In addition to that, the same package modifies the flow control settings, so now it’s disabled by default and adds online help support and registration pages to the web user interface.

As for the other two switches, their firmware changes the web GUI so that is now supports remote management over the Internet, and fixes a problem spotted when dynamic DHCP IP address is used where no renewal request is sent after a certain amount of time.

That being said, if your device has been encountering these issues and you intend to apply the latest update, then save and unzip the appropriate firmware for your switch, and log into the device’s administration page.

Now, go to the “Firmware Update” section, choose the “Browse” button, navigate and select the .bin file from within the newly created folder, and wait for the software to be applied.

With this in mind, from the links below, follow the one that best describes your NETGEAR device, save the latest firmware version for your switch, and apply it by following the aforementioned steps. Also, check out our website as often as possible in order to be up to speed with the latest releases.

Download NETGEAR GS116Ev2 Switch Firmware 2.0.1.17 Download NETGEAR JGS524Ev2 Switch Firmware 2.0.1.17 Download NETGEAR JGS516PE Switch Firmware 2.0.1.17 Download NETGEAR JGS524PE Switch Firmware 2.0.1.17

Targeted NETGEAR ProSafe Switches (5 Images)

“metr” and “andre123” passwords can now be used
NETGEAR GS116Ev2 ProSafe SwitchNETGEAR JGS524Ev2 ProSafe Switch
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