What is Netgear ReadyCLOUD?
ReadyCLOUD is a free service that allows you to access files on your ReadyNAS or on storage connected to your Nighthawk anytime, anywhere, or from any web-enabled device.
How does Netgear ReadyCLOUD work?
NETGEAR ReadyCLOUD for Routers lets you access files on a USB storage device attached to the router from your computer or mobile device. After you create an account and register, you can access the files remotely over the Internet. You can download files, upload files, and share them with friends.
How do I use Readyshare on my Netgear router?
Select Go > Connect to Server. Enter smb://readyshare as the Server Address. Click Connect….ReadySHARE Access
- Select Start > Run and enter \\readyshare in the dialog box. Click OK.
- Open Explorer or Safari and enter \\readyshare in the address bar.
- Open My Network Places and enter \\readyshare in the address bar.
Is ReadyCLOUD secure?
In short, ReadyCloud is a secure way to access your network devices from NETGEAR from anywhere you are that has access to an Internet connection and a browser.
How do I access ReadyCLOUD?
Visit http://readycloud.netgear.com and sign in using your ReadyCLOUD user name and password. The ReadyCLOUD Home page displays. Click the Get the ReadyCLOUD App for Windows Explorer access link and click the Download ReadyCLOUD app button.
What is ReadySHARE used for?
ReadySHARE Vault is a free backup and disaster recovery software. It is developed by NETGEAR and it has a user friendly GUI for easier backup and recovery setup of any Windows computer. It copies files from the Windows computer into the USB storage connected to your NETGEAR router.
Why is ReadySHARE not working?
The Windows cannot access Readyshare error can appear on your PC if the SMB client rejecting guest logins. Some users can fix this issue simply by adjusting Group Policy Editor settings on their PC. Editing the registry by modifying a couple of values is one way to fix Readyshare problems.
Can I connect an external hard drive to my Netgear router?
Insert your USB storage drive into the blue USB 3.0 port on the front of the router. 2. If your USB drive has a power supply, you must use it when you connect the USB drive to the router. When you connect the USB drive to the router USB port, it might take up to two minutes before it is ready for sharing.
What is the USB port on my Nighthawk router for?
The USB port on the router can be used only to connect USB storage devices like flash drives or hard drives.
What is a ReadyCLOUD account?
ReadyCLOUD gives you remote access over the Internet to a USB storage device that is connected to your router’s USB port. If you do not have a ReadyCLOUD account, click here and click on “Create Account”.
How do I set up NETGEAR ReadyCLOUD?
Visit http://readycloud.netgear.com. Click Sign In. Enter your ReadyCLOUD user name and password….
- Connect a USB storage device to your router’s USB port.
- Go to ReadySHARE page, select ReadyCLOUD option, and enter your ReadyCLOUD user name and password.
- Your router is now registered with your ReadyCLOUD account.