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AndyAnon
May 01, 2016Aspirant
ReadyDATA 516 bootup issues
I have the above titled unit (x2) both with issues ..
unit 1 power on ok however even when connected to a network and showing ethernet connection activity fails to load
have tried ;
Memory test: Pass
Factory Default (there is no data issue as these are beings setup with test drives)
OS Reinstall
After 24hrs of both no progress was achieved. Wondering how long this process would actually take? I would definitely be of the opinion it being less than 24 hours?
These are units bought as part of a batch of warranty returns – just seems a waste to not be able to get these functioning again after all they are expensive units!
I suspect it is a firmware issue and the default factory image is corrupted hence the failure of the factory default or os reinstall
Is there a way to reload that firmware? Or even install the new firmware?
I have opened a unit and not an onboard battery (penny type likely a cr2032 or 2016) and a jumper?
As I say expensive bits of kit which should be recoverable instead of just ending life in the bin…
Any help appreciated…Thanks
edit: honestly guys - ye need to sort out the functionality of your board auto loads, labels very difficult to use...
I have moved your other post from ReadyNAS in Business to the appropriate section: https://community.netgear.com/t5/ReadyDATA/rdd-516/m-p/1080717#M304
Please, in future when we tell you to post in the appropriate section listen to that advice. ReadyDATA posts do not belong in the ReadyNAS section.I am now locking this thread. Discussion can continue in the other one.
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- StephenBGuru - Experienced User
These are ReadyDATA units? If so you posted in the wrong forum area - this is for ReadyNAS.
- AndyAnonAspirant
aploogies fo that - its due to the over complicated community system at netgear with auto reloads and labels etc.. seriously what is wrong with a simple basic forum layout that has worked for over 20 years....
will try mave it the correct location...
netgear? your system is over complicated...
- mdgm-ntgrNETGEAR Employee Retired
I have moved your other post from ReadyNAS in Business to the appropriate section: https://community.netgear.com/t5/ReadyDATA/rdd-516/m-p/1080717#M304
Please, in future when we tell you to post in the appropriate section listen to that advice. ReadyDATA posts do not belong in the ReadyNAS section.I am now locking this thread. Discussion can continue in the other one.
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