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Freecom NETWORK STORAGE CENTER/NETWORK MEDIA CENTER User Manual

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USER MANUAL

NETWORK STORAGE

CENTER
NETWORK MEDIA
CENTER
EXTERNAL
NETWORK
HARD DRIVE
/
3.5"
/
LAN
Rev. 924

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  • Page 1: Network Storage

    USER MANUAL NETWORK STORAGE CENTER NETWORK MEDIA CENTER EXTERNAL NETWORK HARD DRIVE 3.5" Rev. 924...
  • Page 2 -whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or inability to use this Freecom product, even if Freecom has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Configuration of the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center ....................... Page 22 Chapter 6: Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions ......Page 26 Chapter 7: The Freecom Network Storage Assistant ..............Page 45 © 2009 Freecom Technologies...

  • Page 4: System Requirements

    Your system needs to meet the following hardware and software requirements for the device to function properly. System requirements To use the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center, you will require the following components: • Intel Pentium III / AMD Duron 900 MHz or higher •...

  • Page 5: Precautionary Measures

    • Do not place liquids or drinks on the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center. When liquids are spilled and get in contact with the electronics within the drive enclosure, it will damage the drive and will cause the drive to malfunction.

  • Page 6: Network Media Center Setup Overview

    Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Setup Overview Router Notebook LAN (Ethernet) LAN (Ethernet)

  • Page 7: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation Chapter 1: Hardware Installation 1. Plug the LAN cable into the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center. 2. Insert the power cord into the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center and plug the power supply into the socket.
  • Page 8 LED flashes: Data transfer 1. Power switch Please turn the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center off when it is not in use. This conserves electricity and extends the life of the device. The power switch is located on the rear of the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center.
  • Page 9 Hardware Installation 1. Reset button The Reset button has different functions, depending on how long the button is pressed: Press "Reset" LED Status Action button for 1 - 3 seconds white LED blinking slowly Hardware will be resetted, all user and networks settings will be kept 4 - 7 seconds white LED blinking fast...

  • Page 10: Computer Configuration

    Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Chapter : Computer Configuration .1 Check TCP/IP Settings in Windows XP 1. Open "Start" -> "Settings" -> "Control Panel". 2. Double-click on "Network Connections". 3. Right-click on your "Local Area Connection" and select "Properties".
  • Page 11 Using the LAN Mode 4. The following screen will appear. Select "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)" and click on the "Properties" button. 5. In the "General" tab, select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server address automatically".
  • Page 12 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center . Check TCP/IP Settings in Windows Vista 1. Open "Control Panel" -> "Network and Sharing Center". 2. Click on "Manage network connections".
  • Page 13 Using the LAN Mode 3. Right-click on "Local Area Connection" and select "Properties". 4. In the "Networking" tab, select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" and click on "Properties".
  • Page 14 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center 5. In the "General" tab, select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server address automatically". . Check TCP/IP Settings in Mac OS X 1. Open "System Preferences" -> "Network".
  • Page 15 Using the LAN Mode 2. In the "TCP/IP" tab, select "Using DHCP" in the "Configure IPv4" settings.

  • Page 16: Installation Of The Application Software

    "Next" in order to continue with the installation. After installation has finished, press "Quit" to exit the menu screen. 5. Start the Freecom Network Storage Assistant by clicking on the "FNSA" icon on your desktop or via "Start" -> "program files".
  • Page 17 "Next" in order to continue with the installation. After installation has finished, press "Quit" to exit the menu screen. 5. Start the Freecom Network Storage Assistant. This can be found in "Applications" -> "Utilities".

  • Page 18: Accessing The Network Storage Center / Network Media Center

    Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Chapter 4: Accessing the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center 4.1 Accessing data via SMB Server Message Block (SMB) operates as a network protocol mainly used to provide shared access to files between nodes on a network.
  • Page 19 Accessing the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Click 'Connect'. Enter the workgroup, your username and password for accessing the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center. If you are logging on as the administrator, you will have access to all folders on the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center.
  • Page 20 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center 4. Accessing data via FTP Note: Not all browsers can upload data via FTP. Those that can include Internet Explorer and Konqueror. We recommend using FTP client software such as WS_FTP, SmartFTP or CuteFTP.
  • Page 21 Accessing the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center 2. Dynamic DNS Dynamic Domain Name System gives the ability to provide an official DNS name such as www.yourname.com to the dynamic IP address you have gotten from your ISP. To do so, you first need to register with a DynDNS service. It updates the modified IP addresses and forwards this to the domain name.

  • Page 22: Network Media Center

    Center / Network Media Center opens in your default browser. Adding and removing shared folders You can assign a drive letter to shared folders on your Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center. This allows you to access files more quickly.
  • Page 23 Repeat search for available Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Click here to repeat the search for your Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center if it was not detected during the first search. Please make sure that your network is configured as described in this manual and that all cables are properly attached.
  • Page 24 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Initial User & Password Setup In the first step, the administrator password has to be changed: Enter the new password twice and click on "Next". Note: We recommend changing the password because every Network...
  • Page 25 Configuration of the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Initial Date & Time Setup In the next step, time zone, date and time have to be configured. Enter your time zone and correct date and time and click on "Next" to continue. Summary A summary of your settings will be displayed.

  • Page 26: Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions

    Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Chapter 6: Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions This section describes the functions of your Network Storage Center / Network Media Center. 6.1 Configuration The Configuration section allows configuring the basic settings of your Network Storage Center / Network Media Center.
  • Page 27 Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions Click on "Update" to apply the changes. 6.1. Change date and time Go to Configuration -> Change current date and time. You can change the date and time on the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center here.
  • Page 28 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center 6.1. Upgrade device/workgroup names Go to Configuration -> Upgrade device/workgroup names. You can change the device name and the name of the workgroup where your Network Storage Center / Network Media Center is located.
  • Page 29 You may configure the network settings either automatically or manually. Automatic configuration When selecting "Automatic", the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center will obtain an IP address automatically from a DHCP server (usually from your router). Click on "Next" to proceed.
  • Page 30 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Manual configuration Attention: Do not use the manual configuration if you are unsure about what to do here. The manual configuration allows configuring your Network Storage Center / Network Media Center with a static IP address and entering an NTP server for automatic time synchronization with an internet time server.
  • Page 31 Here you can update the firmware. New firmware usually fixes bugs and adds additional features to your Network Storage Center / Network Media Center. Check on www.freecom. com if new firmware updates are available for the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center.
  • Page 32 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Select firmware file and click on "Upgrade now" to start the update. 6.1.6 Restore or save the system configuration Go to Configuration -> Restore or save the system configuration. In this window, you can save the current configuration file on your computer or restore a saved configuration.
  • Page 33 Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions 6. Sharing This section allows managing user and shared folders. The following functions are available: User Management Shared Folder Management FTP Server Management 6..1 User Management Go to Sharing -> User Management. Creating new users In the first step, enter a user name and click on "Create User"...
  • Page 34 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Next, you have to assign a password for the user. Enter a user password and confirm it in the second field. Furthermore, you have to define what shared folders can be accessed by the new user.
  • Page 35 Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions Please note: when leaving the fields "Password" and "Confirm Password" empty, the password that was already assigned for the user will be kept. Click on "Apply Changes" to accept your changes. 6.. Shared Folder Management Go to Sharing ->...
  • Page 36 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Remark: The security settings can be updated later any time. Select the access rights for each user and click on "Add Folder". The folder name will be added to the list of available shares.
  • Page 37 Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions Click on "Apply Changes" to accept your changes. 6.. FTP Server Management Go to Sharing -> FTP Server Management. This option allows you to enable and configure an FTP Server on your Network Storage Center / Network Media Center.
  • Page 38 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Options Explanation FTP Server enabled Check box to enable the FTP server. Allow anonymous FTP Allows anonymous login with user name access "anonymous" and e-mail address as password Anonymous users will have access only to the PUBLIC folder.
  • Page 39 Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions 6. Drivemanager In this section, you are able to: format the user partition change the spindown timer for the hard disk Click on "Drivemanager" and select an option. 6..1 Format user partition Go to Drivemanager ->...
  • Page 40 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center 6.. Change HDD spindown timer Go to Drive Manager -> Change HDD spindown timer. The hard disk can be configured to spin down after a certain time when it is not used.
  • Page 41 Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions 6.4 Mediaserver The Freecom Network Media Center can be used to store all your multimedia files on, and play them back on any computer or Audio/Video (UPnP) streaming device in your network.
  • Page 42 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center In the basic UPnP Server configuration, folders can be added and removed from the media folder list. For advanced configuration of the Twonky Media Server click on the link at the bottom of the page.
  • Page 43 Enter the port number and click on "Set Port". Please check the manual of your router for further information how to setup a port forwarding. ATTENTION: Please respect the law and only download legally! Freecom cannot be held responsible for the content of your downloads!
  • Page 44 Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center 6.5 Information When selecting this option, an overview of the device and network settings as well as the disk status will be displayed:...

  • Page 45: The Freecom Network Storage Assistant

    Center / Network Media Center in your network. When started, it displays all Network Storage Center / Network Media Center available in your network and helps you to create network folders. You may also perform any of the functions of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant manually.
  • Page 46 Network Storage Center / Network Media Center anymore. To restore your settings, please proceed as follows: a) Enable the Recovery mode by clicking 'Start the recovery procedure' in the Freecom Network Storage Assistant. b) Turn the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center off.
  • Page 47 7. Features of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant (Mac) The Freecom Network Storage Assistant helps you to locate each Network Storage Center / Network Media Center in your network. When started, it displays all Network Storage Center / Network Media Center available in your network and helps you configure the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center and that create network folders.
  • Page 48 When you click this menu item, the web interface for your Network Storage Center / Network Media Center opens in your default browser. 7.. Connect to a shared folder of your Freecom Network Storage device This window allows you to mount any folder of your Network Storage Center / Network Media Center on your Mac.
  • Page 49 Be sure to exclude all parts not covered by this guarantee prior to returning the product to Freecom. Freecom is not liable for any loss or damage to these items. If during the repair of the product the contents of the hard drive are altered, deleted or in any way modified, Freecom is not liable whatsoever.

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