ReadyNAS NV won't power on

[danyee]

I have a ReadyNAS NV that I bought back in April 2006 that will no longer power on.

1) I'm suspecting that the power supply has gone bad. Is there a way to check if this is the case? If I need a new power supply where would I get a new one?

2) If I decide to get a new unit, can I get migrate the disc without loosing the data?

Thanks in advance.

[chirpa]

Could try this first: http://www.readynas.com/kb/faq/boot/i_v ... hould_i_do

If that doesn't help, then most likely the PSU. viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2708

[danyee]

The serial number of my ReadyNAS is outside of the service notice range for the fan (00DA2010000 ~ 000DA2010189).

I haven't enabled the schedule Power-Off/Power-On option on my NV, but I'll give it a try. If this doesn't work, I look at getting a replacement PSU.

http://www.provantage.com/netgear-rnd4psu1-10000s~4NETH00M.htm

I'm assuming that this is the correct replacement.

Thanks.

[mdgm-ntgr]

Yes that is the correct PSU for your system.

Did you notice a burning smell? You could remove the PSU and check for burnt capacitors or other damage: http://www.readynas.com/kb/faq/hardware/how_do_i_replace_the_stock_power_supply_on_the_readynas_nv

[danyee]

I tried disconnecting the backup battery, but still no-go on powering up. I took the power supply out and noticed a discoloration around the vent holes. There wasn't any strong smell of something burning.

Since I have the box opened up, should I replace the button backup battery?

I'll be ordering a new power supply and let you know how it goes.

Thanks.

[danyee]

Installed new PSU and ReadyNAS NV is now working! Thanks for your help.