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ReadyNAS Ultra, Ultra Plus, NVX, and Pro Series Hardware Manual Models: Ultra 2 Ultra 4 Ultra 6 Ultra 2 Plus Ultra 4 Plus Ultra 6 Plus NVX Pioneer NVX (Business Edition) Pro 2 Pro 4 Pro 6 Pro Pioneer Pro (Business Edition) 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 July 2011...
NETGEAR, Inc. Technical Support Thank you for choosing NETGEAR. To register your product, get the latest product updates, or get support online, visit us at http://support.netgear.com.
Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of a NETGEAR ReadyNAS storage system. This ReadyNAS ® Ultra, Ultra Plus, NVX, and Pro Series Hardware Manual describes the physical features of these storage systems. This chapter contains the following sections: • Additional Documentation •...
Pro 4 Pro 6 Pro (Business Edition) Both documents are available at http://www.readynas.com/documentation. NETGEAR maintains a community website that supports ReadyNAS products. Visit http://readynas.com for reviews, tutorials, a comparison chart, software updates, documentation, an active user forum, and much more.
6-bay models. To prepare a diskless unit for first use: Obtain at least one hard disk drive that appears on the NETGEAR Hardware Compatibility List. See http://www.readynas.com/hard_disk_hcl. If you are using a previously formatted disk, see the precautions listed in...
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems b. Pull out the disk tray, place the new disk on the tray, and assemble the disk and tray with the screws that came with your unit. c. Make sure that the hard disk connectors face the interior of the disk bay. d.
ReadyNAS Ultra 2, Ultra 2 Plus, Pro 2 This chapter provides an overview of the physical features of the ReadyNAS Ultra 2, Ultra 2 Plus, and Pro 2 and includes the following sections: • Front and Side Panels • Drive Bay •...
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Front and Side Panels This section describes the front and side panels of ReadyNAS Ultra 2, Ultra 2 Plus, and Pro 2 units. Your unit’s color might vary from the color shown in this manual. Figure 1. ReadyNAS Ultra 2, Ultra 2 Plus, and Pro 2 front and side panels 1.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Drive Bay This section describes the drive bay of ReadyNAS Ultra 2, Ultra 2 Plus, and Pro 2 units. Figure 2. ReadyNAS Ultra 2, Ultra 2 Plus, and Pro 2 drive bay 1. Drive bay door 2.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Status Information You can obtain information about the status of your unit by reviewing the indicators listed in the following table. Indicator Description Power button and LED Press this button to turn on the ReadyNAS. The LED has these states: •...
• Tech support. Boots into a low-level diagnostic mode. Use the tech support boot mode only when instructed to do so by a NETGEAR Technical Support representative. • Skip volume check. After a system crash, the system tries to scan and fix the volume using a file system check.
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems To access the boot menu: Power off your unit. Using a straightened paper clip, press and hold the Reset button. Press the Power button to power on the unit. Continue to press the Reset button until the Power button LED, USB and backup status LED, disk 1 LED, and disk 2 LED illuminate.
ReadyNAS Ultra 4, Ultra 4 Plus, Pro 4, NVX Pioneer, NVX (Business Edition) This chapter provides an overview of the physical features of the ReadyNAS Ultra 4, Ultra 4 Plus, Pro 4, NVX Pioneer, and NVX (Business Edition) and includes the following sections: •...
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Front and Side Panels This section describes the front and side panels of ReadyNAS Ultra 4, Ultra 4 Plus, Pro 4, NVX Pioneer, and NVX (Business Edition) units. Your unit’s color might vary from the color shown in this manual.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Drive Bay This section describes the drive bay of ReadyNAS Ultra 4, Ultra 4 Plus, Pro 4, NVX Pioneer, and NVX (Business Edition) units. Figure 5. ReadyNAS Ultra 4, Ultra 4 Plus, Pro 4, NVX Pioneer, and NVX (Business Edition) drive 1.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Status Information You can obtain information about the status of your unit by reviewing the indicators listed in the following table. Item Description Power button and LED Press this button to turn on the ReadyNAS. The LED has these states: •...
• Tech support. Boots into a low-level diagnostic mode. Use the tech support boot mode only when instructed to do so by a NETGEAR Technical Support representative. • Skip volume check. After a system crash, the system tries to scan and fix the volume using a file system check.
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems WARNING! Use the skip volume check boot mode only when instructed to do so by a NETGEAR Technical Support representative, otherwise data loss might occur. • Memory test. Performs a memory test. The pass or fail result is reported on the status display screen.
ReadyNAS Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Plus, Pro 6, Pro Pioneer, Pro (Business Edition) This chapter provides an overview of the physical features of the ReadyNAS Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Plus, Pro 6, Pro Pioneer, and Pro (Business Edition) and includes the following sections: •...
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Front and Side Panels This section describes the front and side panels of ReadyNAS Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Plus, Pro 6, Pro Pioneer, and Pro (Business Edition) units. Your unit’s color might vary from the color shown in this manual.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Drive Bay This section describes the drive bay of ReadyNAS Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Plus, Pro 6, Pro Pioneer, and Pro (Business Edition) units. Figure 8. ReadyNAS Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Plus, Pro 6, Pro Pioneer, and Pro (Business Edition) drive 1.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Rear Panel This section describes the rear panel of ReadyNAS Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Plus, Pro 6, Pro Pioneer, and Pro (Business Edition) units. Figure 9. ReadyNAS Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Plus, Pro 6, Pro Pioneer, and Pro (Business Edition) rear panel 1.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Status Information You can obtain information about the status of your unit by reviewing the indicators listed in the following table. Item Description Power button and LED Press this button to boot the ReadyNAS. The LED has these states: •...
• Tech support. Boots into a low-level diagnostic mode. Use the tech support boot mode only when instructed to do so by a NETGEAR Technical Support representative. • Skip volume check. After a system crash, the system tries to scan and fix the volume using a file system check.
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems WARNING! Use the skip volume check boot mode only when instructed to do so by a NETGEAR Technical Support representative, otherwise data loss might occur. • Memory test. Performs a memory test. The pass or fail result is reported on the status display screen.
Disks Use only supported disks in your ReadyNAS storage system. If you use unsupported disks, NETGEAR Technical Support will not provide assistance. For a list of supported disks, see the NETGEAR Hardware Compatibility List at http://www.readynas.com/hard_disk_hcl. For information about configuring disks, see the appropriate software manual for your unit.
ReadyNAS unit. Previously formatted disks must appear on the NETGEAR Hardware Compatibility List, which is available at http://www.readynas.com/hard_disk_hcl.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Adding a Disk You can add a hard disk to an empty disk bay. You do not need to shut down your unit before adding a disk. If you are adding previously formatted disks to your unit, see the precautions in Previously Formatted Disks on page 31.
If a disk fails in your ReadyNAS, you are notified by email. Email alerts must be set up for notifications to be sent. In addition, FrontView provides information about the failed disk. NETGEAR recommends replacing a failed disk with the same disk model. Use FrontView to determine the disk vendor and model used in your unit.
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Make sure that the hard disk connectors face the interior of the disk bay. Slide the disk tray back into the unit and press the handle to secure the disk. The volume automatically synchronizes with the new disk in the background. This could take several hours depending on the disk size.
Defaults and Technical Specifications This appendix includes the following sections: • Two-Bay Systems • Four-Bay Systems • Six-Bay Systems • Safety Warnings...
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Two-Bay Systems The following table lists factory default settings for ReadyNAS Ultra 2, Ultra 2 Plus, and Pro 2 storage systems. Feature Default Login User login URL when the ReadyNAS is https://192.168.168.168/admin not connected to a DHCP server Admin user name (case-sensitive) admin Admin login password (case-sensitive)
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Physical dimensions (h x w x d): • 142 x 101 x 220 mm • 5.60 x 3.98 x 8.70 in Physical weight: • 2.07 kg / 4.56 lb without disks Power consumption: • 38 W (with 2 x 2 TB disks) Electrical: •...
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Four-Bay Systems The following table lists factory default settings for ReadyNAS Ultra 4, Ultra 4 Plus, Pro 4 NVX Pioneer, and NVX (Business Edition) storage systems. Feature Default Login User login URL when the ReadyNAS is https://192.168.168.168/admin not connected to a DHCP server Admin user name (case-sensitive)
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Physical dimensions (h x w x d): • 200 x 132 x 222 mm • 7.9 x 5.2 x 8.7 in Physical weight: • 4.70 kg / 10.35 lb without disks Power consumption: • Ultra 4, Ultra 4 Plus, and Pro 4: 48W (with 4 x 2 TB disks)* * Using Seagate 2 TB LP drives, with system in idle state •...
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Six-Bay Systems The following table lists factory default settings for ReadyNAS Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Plus, Pro 6, Pro Pioneer, and Pro (Business Edition) storage systems. Feature Default Login User login URL when the ReadyNAS is https://192.168.168.168/admin not connected to a DHCP server Admin user name (case-sensitive)
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Physical dimensions (h x w x d): • 250 x 170 x 285 mm • 10.0 x 6.7 x 11.2 in Physical weight: • 7.30 kg / 16.09 lb without disks Power consumption: • Ultra 6, Ultra 6 Pro, and Pro 6: 68W (with 6 x 2 TB disks)* * Using Seagate 2 TB LP drives, with system in idle state •...
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Safety Warnings The equipment contains no operator access areas and is certified for installation only by trained personnel, according to the installation instructions provided with each unit. Install the socket outlet near the equipment in an easily accessible location. Observe the on-board battery precautions.
ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems General Safety Precautions Follow these rules to ensure general safety: • Keep the area around the ReadyNAS clean and free of clutter. • See the technical specifications in this manual for details about your specific ReadyNAS Ultra unit.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. FCC Declaration Of Conformity We, NETGEAR, Inc., 350 East Plumeria Drive, San Jose, CA 95134, declare under our sole responsibility that the NETGEAR ReadyNAS Ultra, Ultra Plus, NVX, and Pro comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
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Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus, NETGEAR ReadyNAS Ultra, Ultra Plus, NVX, and Pro do not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Index battery electrical safety boot menu electrostatic discharge NVX (Business Edition) email alerts NVX Pioneer Pro (Business Edition) Pro 4 Pro 6 factory default settings Pro Pioneer failed disk Ultra 2 Ultra 2 Plus Ultra 4 front panel Ultra 4 Plus NVX (Business Edition) Ultra 6 NVX Pioneer...
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Ultra 2 Plus Ultra 2 Ultra 4 Ultra 2 Plus Ultra 4 Plus Ultra 4 Ultra 6 Ultra 4 Plus Ultra 6 Plus Ultra 6 Ultra 6 Plus location, unit side panel NVX (Business Edition) NVX Pioneer Pro (Business Edition) previously formatted disks Pro 2...
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ReadyNAS Desktop Storage Systems Ultra 2 Ultra 2 Plus Ultra 4 Ultra 4 Plus Ultra 6 Ultra 6 Plus technical specifications technical support trademarks troubleshooting with boot menu NVX (Business Edition) NVX Pioneer Pro (Business Edition) Pro 2 Pro 4 Pro 6 Pro Pioneer Ultra 2...