NETGEAR is aware of a growing number of phone and online scams. To learn how to stay safe click here.
Forum Discussion
RichardB56
Oct 03, 2025Apprentice
RN212 Cannot Update Virus definitions
I have an RN212 with firmware 6.10.10. It has been working well for a couple of months. 2 days ago, I'm getting the below error message. The NAS is on the network and accessible without issues. I...
Invicta21
Oct 25, 2025Tutor
Thanks for the clarity - now it all makes sense. Pretty annoying as my ReadyNAS 424 is relatively new and working well. Very frustrating. Maybe next time I won't buy Netgear as the support for models seems to fade very quickly compared to some of their competitors.
westrj
Nov 05, 2025Aspirant
I'm running a ReadyNAS PRO Business with 6.10.8, and a ReadyNAS 516 with 6.10.10. Would like to know if a third-party anti-virus app can be installed on my ReadyNAS units. If not, can I get a third-party anti-virus to scan the units externally from a connected computer?
- StephenBNov 05, 2025Guru - Experienced User
westrj wrote:
Would like to know if a third-party anti-virus app can be installed on my ReadyNAS units.
I haven't seen any posts here from folks who've managed that.
westrj wrote:
can I get a third-party anti-virus to scan the units externally from a connected computer?
Several packages do support scanning network shares (not sure which though).
These would scan your data files, but not the linux OS on the NAS.
- westrjNov 05, 2025Aspirant
Thank you, StephenB, for the reply. I'll keep hunting for something that can work with the units.
Related Content
NETGEAR Academy
Boost your skills with the Netgear Academy - Get trained, certified and stay ahead with the latest Netgear technology!
Join Us!