Getting Started
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ReadyNAS Duo v2 and NV+ v2
Setup Location
Your ReadyNAS Duo v2 or NV+ v2 is suitable for use in a home or small office environment
where it can be freestanding. The small, compact size makes it suitable for sitting on a desk
or on a closet shelf.
Choose a location for your unit that meets these criteria:
• Cables can be connected easily.
• Water or moisture cannot enter the case.
• Airflow around the unit and through the vents in the side of the case is not restricted.
• The air is as free of dust as possible.
• Temperature operating limits are not likely to be exceeded.
• If you are using an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) for protection, the power
cable can be securely and safely connected to the UPS.
System Requirements
Your ReadyNAS Duo v2 or NV+ v2 requires the following:
• Ethernet connection
• Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000, Mac OS, UNIX, or Linux operating system
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0+, Apple Safari, 2.0+, Mozilla Firefox 2.0+, Opera 9.5+,
or Google Chrome 10+ browser
• Hard disk drive or drives from the NETGEAR Hardware Compatibility List; see
http://www.readynas.com/hard_disk_hcl.