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Michael_O
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Jan 01, 2017
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Inconsistent USB Storage Connection

I have two Macs that I want to set up with automatic Time Machine backups over WiFi. I used to do this with an Apple Time Capsule, no problem.   I have two hard drives in an IcyRAID enlcosure (MB66...
Mac IcyRAID Icy Dock Time Machine
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  • DexterJB's avatar
    DexterJB
    Jan 04, 2017

    Hi Michael_O,

     

    I believe the issue of the changing drive names can be addressed if there is a stable connection between the router and the enclosure. Unfortunately, there is no way for you to assign a volume name to a specific drive. I would also like to confirm the following information:

     

    1. What is the model number and firmware version of your NETGEAR device?

    2. Is the 200 MB storage that is being detected referring to the internal flash memory ? Or is it another storage device?

    3. Have you tried resetting the router?

    4. Have you tried re-flashing the firmware?

    5. Is the enclosure connected to the USB 2.0 or 3.0? Have you tried swapping?

    6. Is the connection stable if the enclosure is connected straight to a computer?

    7. Are the drives set to JBOD configuration?

     

    Regards,

     

    Dexter

    Community Team

DexterJB's avatar
DexterJB
NETGEAR Moderator
Jan 09, 2017

Hi Michael_O,

 

I would like to follow up and check if you are still experiencing the issue.

 

Regards,

 

Dexter
Community Team