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OS6 now works on x86 Legacy WARNING: NO NTGR SUPPORT!
Update: It is now unofficially possible using NTGR images to update legacy hardware to os6.X
See Post #3, for directions to install 6.2.1 on x86 Ultra and Pro Models. (ARM NOT SUPPORTED by this OS)
Be forewarned, this requires a SYSTEM WIPE and likely voids any warranty support from NTGR
Supported so far: pro 2/4/6, ultra 2/4/6, old pro / Pioneer Pro, 2100v2
Not Supported: NVX and 2100v1
Thanks go out to "HomeBrew Anonymous" for making this possible.
Update 2: A firmware image to downgrade back to 4.2.26 is now available. See this thread. While this downgrade should get you a working system again on the supported firmware, be forewarned this requires a SYSTEM WIPE and NetGear also does not provide support for this downgrade. If you have issues seek help on these forums.
Original Post/Gripes
I have been reading these forums since Monday's announcement and there has been a resounding "ooof" regarding the fact the Ultras and Pros are unsupported for future OS improvements.
To clear the air: it would appear Netgear will never support os6 on past hardware. I have almost come to grips with this, and at least they have been open and honest with their forward direction and aren't stringing us along. viewtopic.php?f=138&t=70131
The upside is our devices still work and are mostly stable and eventually we can upgrade to a new shell that has os6 support, but in the meantime our $500-1000 investment is unable to take advantage of modern features we all desire.
I don't think I can add a poll here at RN forums, but I would like to garner support for a 100% unsupported home brew of the os6 on Pro6 units.
If we get enough support perhaps a talented member(s) here would help release a homebrew of sorts.
The 3 main caveats are:
1. Netgear will never be held responsible/your warranty is void
2. A format is required (new FS and OS)
3. Data loss is highly possible
If you are still interested please post a reply to this thread.
mdgm and I have decided that its time to lock this thread. So please do post any new OS6 on Legacy issues on their own threads.
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- @yupsolo: have this experience today... I only solve with a factory reset from rear switch
- got it....
http://www.readynas.com/kb/faq/boot/how ... _boot_menu
i suppose i select factory default?
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk - now Free - YES, only this can solve for me.
- Can anyone confirm that updating a Pro 6 from 6.0.8 to 6.1.1. through the webinterface works without having to do a factory reset? I know I'm at risk with my data but knowing that a factory reset is needed helps a lot..
- Once you have ReadyNAS OS 6 running you should be able to update normally without needing to do a further factory reset. Of course it is advisable to have an up to date backup just in case something goes wrong.
Omaha2002 wrote: Can anyone confirm that updating a Pro 6 from 6.0.8 to 6.1.1. through the webinterface works without having to do a factory reset? I know I'm at risk with my data but knowing that a factory reset is needed helps a lot..
i was do same procedure on Pro2 .. with success :D- I am recovering a pro4 with 2 wd 3tb red.
one inserted as primary and one after,
it was rebuilding.....
had 2 times freeze.
one this night and one now...
restart and it is recovering data at 80%
it can be the second disk? it is new one....or firmware problem? - Any SMART errors on the disks? What OS and version are you running on your Pro 4?
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