Netgear ReadyNAS 524X CPU running alarmingly hot

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StephenB wrote:

The RN524x CPU does tend to run a bit hot, but not 70C hot.  Mine typically runs at 55C with the fan set on balanced.  Though it's not on that much (it's a backup NAS on a power schedule), so I don't monitor the temps very closely.

 

There are a couple other posts on this - for instance here: https://community.netgear.com/t5/Using-your-ReadyNAS-in-Business/ReadyNAS-RN524X-CPU-temperature-too-high/td-p/1337323

 

Try opening the door - a few folks have posted that can drop the temp by 10C.

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First, thanks for the reply; I did read over that thread, and am figuring I'm probably going to have to deal w/Netgear support on this, as its purpose was to be...well, just an always-on NAS on my home network (which is sophisticated enough to handle Link Aggregation, etcetera: I mean, I'm not a *total* savage when it comes to tech).

Aaand I should have mentioned I've only got it down to cool temps keeping the door wide open (even hit that 70C mark with the front open), so...feh. Really didn't want to deal with the hassle of replacing it, and while I'm capable of ensuring adequate ductility when it comes to heatsinking, no WAY am I voiding the warranty on something I quite literally just got.

Thanks again for your time and advice :)

Best Regards,

~J