The latest update of the firmware of Netgear NightHawk R7000 routers adds support for the "analytical system" that collects and sends user data to the manufacturer's server. It's about firmware version 1. 12.

According to the company's website, "technical data on the operation and use of routers and their Wi-Fi networks will help speed up the isolation and debugging of common technical problems, as well as improve the functions and performance of routers". In particular, devices with updated firmware send information about their status, number of connected systems, connection type, LAN / WAN status, bands and Wi-Fi channels, IP and MAC addresses, serial number and other technical data about the device to the manufacturer. Router and its Wi-Fi network.

From a technical point of view, the "analytical system" really makes sense, since it will allow the manufacturer to gather as much information as possible about the use of its products and the resulting problems. The company took into account the fact that many users will not like this function, so it provided the opportunity for its deactivation. However, when the "analytic system" was disconnected, some users encountered problems.

"The option does not turn off, because the radio buttons are still clickable. I'm wondering if the option works at all, given that the buttons and text are grayed out, "said one of the users.