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Wake-on-LAN setup - ReadyNAS Ultra2
Hi! I'd like to set up my NAS (Ultra2) in a way that I could switch it on from remote location, using Wake-On-LAN. The NAS is behind a router that is behind a cable modem. I've enabled the option ...
beniroquai wrote: Hi, I know, this thread is old, but do you think this is also working on a Ultra 2 with OS6 installed? Actually I'm trying to wake it up with the APP NAS Utils, but it's not working. iStats and stuff like that is working fine, so the setup shoudln't be the issue
First thing would be to make sure WOL is working on your local network. Usually this works best with "Send as broadcast" enabled if you're using NAS Utils.
WOL over the WAN (Internet) can be tricky depending on what your router set up supports. I usually give people the following link, which, although is specifically for DD-WRT has a lot of applicable advice:
http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/WOL
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