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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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- Phew - Finally got through all 55 pages of this thread! :)
I've recently upgraded my Ultra4 to the 6.1.4 firmware following the procedure in this thread. I've not made any other alterations (aside from changing the volume from RAID5 to RAID10) or installed any extra packages as yet.
I've noticed that my fan speed and temperature's seem a little... off. I have to admit, I didn't pay any attention to these in the 4.x firmware, so have no clue what they should be; but I was hoping another Ultra4 user might be able to tell me if these seem normal for the 6.1.4 firmware.
http://picpaste.com/pics/NAS-Status-fVksUgDz.1385300547.jpg
I've not installed sensors or fancontrol (as per the 'quick fix' thread) as yet - I wanted to see if the latest firmware would iron out any of the fan/temp issues with the legacy boxes before going down the custom solution route.
Can anyone please confirm whether the fan speed and temp's are off for me? The fan speed seems too low to me, and the CPU temp about 15 degrees too high for a system that is totally idle (i've not even set up any shares as yet).
I was hoping to avoid installing custom packages to fix things like this (since i'd prefer not to have to do this each time I upgrade firmware...) but am happy to do so if it's going to provide a stable and happy NAS :)
Any thoughts would be appreciated. Cheers. - Genie Apps don't always seem to install properly and some should be free due to opensource code.
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### Editor: Matty Shack
### Document Version: 1.0.0
### Publication Date: 24-November-2013
### OS: 6.1.4 (tested with ReadyNAS Pro 6)
### PURPOSE: Provide instructions to install UseNET Apps onto the ReadyNAS x86 running OS 6.1.4
### All installed apps will be registered to display as a standard app
This Guide will help you Install:
Python [2.7.3]
Php5 [5.4.20]
phpMyAdmin [4.0.9]
Plex Media Server [0.9.8.10.215-020456b]
SABnzbd
SickBeard
CouchPotato Server v1
CouchPotato Server v2
HeadPhones
Maraschino
OwnCloud (Uses GIT ~ PHP source and not deb files -> this means no dependency conflicts during install)
SpotWeb
PyTiVo
Guide can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1y_OP ... sp=sharing
Hope this helps. MattyShack wrote: Genie Apps don't always seem to install properly and some should be free due to opensource code.
From what i've read through this thread, the Genie App store doesn't work at all on legacy systems and you shouldn't even try to enable it. It seems the only way to install the Genie apps is with apt-get through an SSH session.
As for the Open Source apps being free; open source does not mean you cannot charge for the binary versions of the applications.
Open Source is free as in speech, not free as in beer. The GPL (which I'll focus on here, but other OSS licenses vary) allow you to charge for the work you do to compile/package the open source code. The only requirement is that the code used to produce those binaries (be it original or modified by you) be provided to anyone who has obtained the binary version[1] should they request it.
This is why some apps in the Genie store might be charged, even though they are based upon Open Source code bases.
Hope that makes the situation clear :)
[1] - It's a common misconception that you have to supply the source code (including your modifications) to EVERYONE, even if you only ever sell binaries/packages to customers.
The GPL (an others, but not all) requires you to provide the (potentially modified) source code to people who have legitimately paid for the binary versions - not everyone that asks.
So, unless you've paid for the binary version, then you have no right to any modified code; regardless of whether the original project was
GPL. You can also charge for the dissemination (at cost) of providing that source code, if you wish.- Didn't mean to get your nickers in a bind, but thanks for clearing up the common GPL/Opensource misconceptions.
1. As far as the Apps that I've had problems with, I'm referring to some of the free apps that automatically appear through the Dashboard interface, not those actually enabled and accessed by a Genie login and password. Sorry if I'm using the wrong terminology.
2. Most of the apps I'm referring to are the GIT Python/PHP apps (source code) that are not compiled binaries and available for free to the masses. I'm a novice, but [when I can, if I can] like helping others with like products and services. I also like being able to ask for help when I'm in a tight bind, so I give of myself to the service of others in exchange for the same. Now if/when I have that great idea that deserves a profit, I'll be the first to market.
Cheers, MattyShack wrote:
2. Most of the apps I'm referring to are the GIT Python/PHP apps (source code) that are not compiled binaries and available for free to the masses. I'm a novice, but [when I can, if I can] like helping others with like products and services. I also like being able to ask for help when I'm in a tight bind, so I give of myself to the service of others in exchange for the same. Now if/when I have that great idea that deserves a profit, I'll be the first to market.
Cheers,
Top post Matty.
I for one, appreciate you posts, your VBox post has served many a people great service, it's a top guide for any one to follow.
Thanks for posting the above on your Google Drive, I've grabbed it and will undoubtedly use it once my Ultra is back in service.
:thumbsup:- Hello everyone,
I just upgraded my ultra 2 to 6.1.4 according to this thread. Everything works fine (no issue with fan) and I could install few app from the market.
Right now, I have 1 issue.
Where do I configure the printer? It is connected but I cannot find any entry in the interface!
Sorry for dumb question... - No printer support in OS6
- Hi SUper-Poussin
Actually it works. Just a shame it is not supported in the interface. This is what I did:
apt-get update
apt-get install cups libcups2
cupsctl --remote-admin
/etc/init.d/cups restart
web log to http://localhost(or your IP there):631
Use login/password for root (NOT admin)
Add printer
My lexmark e232 was not there but I found a PPD with Google that works
Enable Web sharing and sharing
Test print -->>OK
then go to windows computer add printer with full http link . USe correct windows driver.
Test printing from computer OK
Now the surprise is that AIRPRINT WORKED. out of the box.
From Ipad ios 7, select Airprint , the printer is shown then print then it goes out of the printer.
YOUPI !!!!!!!! - Will take a look
- a cups addon is in the community dropbox :)
Enjoy it
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