Configuration query

[newtonas]

Hi,

I have a small business with 3 computers, and have purchased a readynas device to centralise to use as a file and application server.

I run 2 products:
- TSM for invoicing
- ACT for my CRM
- Outlook (accessing via POP)

Each of the computers is configured to locate their respective databases on the ReadyNAS. In addition, I also have some shared word documents etc...

The network is connected 2 4 port DLink routers and basic shared folders.

This is nothing fancy, but was the next step up from having the other machines accessing the 1 machine.

However... I am having many issues. The connection keeps dropping out, frequently have to restart the machines and I need to work out why. I know the ReadyNAS is essentially a home device, however I do not think that the load I am putting on it is very high? Should I set this up differently?

Appreciate any feedback.

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[mdgm]

It should work (or at least some of it) as the NV+ was originally targeted at small business. Is your Network Gigabit? Have you hooked up a UPS on the HCL and tried some performance tweaks from the Definitive Guide (see http://www.readynas.com/?p=331)

How much RAM do you have in your ReadyNas?

Note that the ReadyNas is limited by its CPU to a large extent. You can't expect it to be lightning fast. If you're constantly trying to read/write too much at a time you're asking for trouble.

If you get lots of emails you could have some problems I think.

You may find that the NVX would suit your needs better, but it's worth a try trying performance tweaks first.