NETGEAR ReadyNAS 2100 - Manual (Page 47)

ReadyNAS 2100 User Manual
Managing Your ReadyNAS 2100 2-29
v1.1, June 2009
Updating from the NETGEAR Web Site
If the ReadyNAS 2100 has Internet access the easiest update option is the Remote option. The
update process updates only the firmware image and does not modify your data volume. However,
it is always a good practice to back up your data before you perform an update.
To use the Remote option, select Update from the main menu and then click the Remote tab. Click
Check for Updates to check for updates on the NETGEAR update server.
When prompted, click Perform System Update. After the update image has been downloaded,
you will be asked to reboot the system. .
Updating from a Local Drive
When the ReadyNAS 2100 is not connected to the Internet, or Internet access is blocked, you can
download an updated RAIDiator firmware image from
http://www.readynas.com and upload that
file. The process takes several minutes after which you are requested to reboot the system and
proceed with the upgrade
Configuring Automatic Update Settings
You can enable the automatic update check and download options in the Settings tab. If you select
the Automatically check for updates check box, the ReadyNAS 2100 does not download the
actual firmware update, but notifies you when an update is available. If you select the Download
updates automatically check box, the update image is downloaded, and you are notified by e-
mail to reboot the device to perform the update.
Figure 2-30
Warning: Do not click the browser Refresh button during the update process.