NETGEAR ReadyNAS 2120

• Volume read only. Mounts a volume as read-only. Use this option when you are attempting to rescue
data off a disk during a disaster recovery.
• Memory test. Performs a memory test.The pass or fail result is reported using the storage system's
LEDs. Contact a NETGEAR technical support representative to interpret memory test results.
• Test disk. Performs an offline full disk test. This process can take four hours or more, depending on
the size of your disks. Any problems are reported in the system logs, which you can view using the local
admin page. For more information about viewing the system logs, see the ReadyNAS OS 6.5 Software
Manual, which is available at http://support.netgear.com/product/ReadyNAS-OS6.
To access the boot menu:
1. Power off your system.
2. Using a straightened paper clip, press and hold the Reset button.
3. Press the Power button on the front panel of the system.
The system powers on.
4. Continue to press the Reset button until the Power, UI, and Health LEDs are blinking.
It takes approximately one minute for the system to enter boot mode.Note
5. Press and release the Reset button to scroll through the boot menu modes.
The storage system shows the boot mode options using the LEDs, as described in the following table:
Status IndicatorBoot Mode
Health
LED
UI LEDPower
LED
Description
Power, UI, and Health LEDs blink.Boot menu
Health LED lights.Normal
UI LED lights.Factory default
UI and Health LEDs light.OS reinstall
Power LED lights.Tech support
Power and Health LEDs light.Volume read only
Power and UI LEDs lightMemory test
Power, UI, and Health LEDs light.Test disk
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ReadyNAS 3220 and 4220
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ReadyNAS OS 6