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Need help once again please!
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I had a fixed IP on my ReadyNas Duo. I switched from DSL to cable, so the network changed from 192.168.1.xxx to 192.168.0.xxx. I went in to (forgot what you call the ReadyNas Admin app) and changed it to a fixed IP address. That app seemed to freeze, but I was able to connect through Raidar and through a mapped netwrok drive, so I closed it. Now, cannot get back in either with new IP address/admin or old IP address.
How can I get back in and finish whatever settings I need to do like DNS, etc?
Really appreciate a reply to get me breathing again :)
Thanks.
~Bob
I had a fixed IP on my ReadyNas Duo. I switched from DSL to cable, so the network changed from 192.168.1.xxx to 192.168.0.xxx. I went in to (forgot what you call the ReadyNas Admin app) and changed it to a fixed IP address. That app seemed to freeze, but I was able to connect through Raidar and through a mapped netwrok drive, so I closed it. Now, cannot get back in either with new IP address/admin or old IP address.
How can I get back in and finish whatever settings I need to do like DNS, etc?
Really appreciate a reply to get me breathing again :)
Thanks.
~Bob
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- First, kindly check if you have a Duo v1 or Duo v2: http://www.rnasguide.com/2012/01/09/how ... -or-nv-v2/
After doing the step above, I suggest that you perform OS reinstall. OS reinstall will set the password back to its default ("netgear1" for Duo v1 and "password" for Duov2). Also, the NAS will be set back as being a DHCP client and this will not delete any data saved in the NAS. http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detai ... -boot-menu - OP has a Duo v1.
Have you upgraded your firmware, you were on some old firmware in January.
The OS reinstall is the quickest way to sort this out.
Does raidar not see the nas?
Have you considered dhcp with reserved addresses.
Although an OS reinstall is safe, you should have an up to date backup, always but especially during episodes like this. - Thanks for the replies.
It is a 1. I see it through Raidar with the new IP address, but cannot get to Frontview. Message in browser is unable to connect. It is also not seen on my network at all, butyI do see it as a mapped network drive.
Is it safe to reboot or could that make things worse?
~Bob rebop wrote: Is it safe to reboot or could that make things worse?
Its alright to reboot your Duo v1 and check if it will boot up normally. If ever that you still cannot access frontview, then perform OS reinstall: http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/24874- Trying a reboot now. Finger crossed.
- I'm back in :)
Now to figure out what else needs to be reconfigured with the IP address change. Whew!!
Thanks for the support! I get antsy when these things happen.
~Bob - If your new router supports address reservation (most do), then I suggest using that instead of assigning a fixed IP address.
That ensures that the issue won't happen again with future routers. - Hi Rebop
Although my comments are not needed I just want to confirm StephenB's post.
I have two RN Duo V2s and have found the easiest way to fix their IP addresses was to let my modem/router automatically allocate their individual IP addresses then use the modem/router controls to fix each allocated IP. Once that is done you will not have any difficulties mapping (and re-finding) your network drives and your RN will not go hunting for a new IP.
In fact, I have used the same technique fix the IPs for three smart phones, my android tablet and several other internet enabled devices.
UK Bob
Me too. I reserve addresses for pretty much everything, not just the NAS. It's easy to do, and sometimes helps when troubleshooting router/connectivity issues.ukbobboy wrote: In fact, I have used the same technique fix the IPs for three smart phones, my android tablet and several other internet enabled devices.
Me too. Also provides a little bit of extra security, as I currently have 31 IP addresses available and 31 allocated. The downside is that every time a new item needs to access the network, you have to make changes to the Router, as there are no free IP addresses.StephenB wrote:
Me too. I reserve addresses for pretty much everything, not just the NAS. It's easy to do, and sometimes helps when troubleshooting router/connectivity issues.ukbobboy wrote: In fact, I have used the same technique fix the IPs for three smart phones, my android tablet and several other internet enabled devices.
NOTE:- Some people believe this is not a good idea, but it is my preferential way of setting it up.
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