How do I migrate disks over from an existing ReadyNAS to another?

Never migrate disks if your volume is in degraded mode. Make sure the volume is redundant first. Then follow the steps below:

  1. Power down both systems, and move the disks over to the target ReadyNAS. Although not required, it's always a good idea to keep the ordering the same.
  2. Perform an update to the latest RAIDiator release. This will sync up the firmware on disk with what's on flash.
  3. After reboot, go to the Status/Health tab, and recalibrate the fan.

Please Note: You cannot migrate disks between different CPU architectures. Sparc-based (Duo, NV+, 1100), x86-based units (NVX, Pro, 2100, 3200), and ARM-based (Duo v2, NV+ v2) cannot mix disks. Migration is only available between units with the same CPU architecture.

faq/boot/how_do_i_migrate_disks_over_from_an_existing_readynas_to_another.txt · Last modified: 2011/11/10 13:47 by chirpa