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Aspirant

May 10, 2023

ReadyNAS 542X can't install applications

I had to do a full reset of my ReadyNAS 542X and I can't install applications anymore. I've changed the DNS, set a static IP, and attempted uploading deb files. Can anyone advise me on next steps?

mathiourose

Aspirant

Nov 12, 2023

Hi I have one RN314 and 2 RN316 (in different locations) - none of them can install apps (I haven't tried to for a while). I tried uTorrent, iDrive, Drupal - but they all crash the UI and I have to log on again.

I installed the new firmware 6.10.9 on one of them to test - but the same issue happens.

I have not reinstalled OS as I dont want to chance losing an important app I use (Zero Tier One).

Help appreciated - if anyone suggests SSH - I have never used it, so need really idiot-proof instructions.....

Thanks in advance.

J Rose

StephenB
Guru - Experienced User
Nov 12, 2023
There are patches needed for most installations to work, due to the archival/deprecation of Debian 8 ("Jessie").

Post 37 in the attached thread has the two files you need.

https://community.netgear.com/t5/Using-your-ReadyNAS-in-Business/How-I-got-apt-update-and-install-to-work-with-Debian-Jessie/td-p/2306772/page/4

Post 4 in this thread gives you some instructions on how to install these patches w/o needing to know ssh commands:

https://community.netgear.com/t5/ReadyNAS-Storage-Apps-Current/How-I-got-apt-update-and-install-Instruction/m-p/2333912
- Sandshark
  Sensei
  Nov 13, 2023
  Actually, I believe you still have to issue the apt-get update command from SSH.
  - mathiourose
    Aspirant
    Nov 13, 2023
    Thanks - how do I do this? Im far from an expert with SSH....