NETGEAR is aware of a growing number of phone and online scams. To learn how to stay safe click here.
Forum Discussion
RNDU4000 Can't access shares
Hello, I purchased an ReadyNAS back in 2011 and was using it up until 2013 when I divorced. I just plugged it back in and tried to access via my macbook pro and could not. On the front of the ReadyN...
Wow - that did it! I was able to access the admin tool (pic below) as well as connect to my desired share via finder. I confirm that I was able to access my pictures. Thanks so much!
Would you recommend a firmware update or anything else to get it up to snuff before I start using it again?
Hello maudigier,
Since you manage to access the Admin page and the share of the NAS verified all of your pictures are there. The NAS appears to be in a working condition you may start using your NAS from here on. As for firmware upgrade I would recommend first to observe the behavior of your NAS if it is working fine then there is no need to upgrade the firmware however if you notice there are some signs of software or firmware problem then that is the time we would recommend to consider upgrading the firmware.
Regards,
Marty_M
NETGEAR Community Team
I'm glad you are up and running.
What firmware are you running now? Current firmware is 4.2.31.
I disagree some with Marty - you probably should update the firmware, since it has to be a few years out of date. However, I think the thing to do next is to back up the critical data (anything you really don't want to lose) to another device, so you have a second copy.
NETGEAR Academy
Boost your skills with the Netgear Academy - Get trained, certified and stay ahead with the latest Netgear technology!
Join Us!
