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MMcD3v1
Jul 17, 2020Tutor
Antivirus scanner definition file update failed due to download failure. Check your Internet connect
I have been using RN214-4 bay for several year and is running as a NAS on a hardwire/wireless home network all running Windows PC, Apple phone/ipads, connected printers, TVs, home audio (DLNA and Itu...
Sandshark
Jul 17, 2020Sensei
Using a static IP on the NAS is a recipe for creating such problems. You are better off reserving an address in the router.
But since you do use a static IP, make sure the gateway (router) adress, subnet mask, and DNS address are properly set. Adding a public DNS server like Google (8.8.8.8) can sometimes help. If you do not use IPv6, it's a good idea to turn it off, too.
- MMcD3v1Jul 17, 2020Tutor
IPv4 all match and good
Question on IPv6. First Router is deactivated. On RN when I select to disable IPv6 I get a warning that I will lose network connection to NAS completely. Is that just for IPv6 or both IPv4 and IPv6?
- StephenBJul 17, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Disabling ipv6 won't cause you to lose ipv4 connectivity.
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