Seagate 440, 420 Setup Steps for Administrators, Installing the BlackArmor Server and Software

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Setup Steps for Administrators

Setup Steps for Administrators

If you are not a BlackArmor administrator, skip to page 24.

Installing the BlackArmor Server and Software

Before you begin:

•Ensure that your computer meets the requirements listed on page 8.

•Ensure that you have a solid, flat, stable surface for the server to sit on in an area with reliable ventilation. Ensure that the server’s vents will not be covered or blocked and that the server is not placed near a heat source. Ensure that the server won’t be in an area where liquids may be spilled on it.

•Ensure that you have help lifting the server if you are uncomfortable lifting objects of moderate weight.

To install the BlackArmor server and software:

1.Use the Ethernet cable included in the kit to connect the BlackArmor server to a switch or router on your local network. Connect the Ethernet cable to port 1, as shown below.

Step 2

Step 1

Figure 4: Connect power and network cables

If you have a second Ethernet cable and want to connect both LAN ports to the switch or router, connect it now. See page 38 for more information.

2.Use the power adapter included in the kit to connect the BlackArmor server to a grounded power outlet.

The server powers on automatically and the LED lights on the front panel of the server illuminate. The LCD screen shows the start-up progress.

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Contents BlackArmor NAS 440/420 BlackArmor NAS 440 User Guide Contents Getting the Most from Your BlackArmor Server Technical Specifications Glossary Kit Contents PrefaceAbout This Guide Finding More Information System RequirementsMain Components of the BlackArmor Server Kit All About the Seagate BlackArmor NAS 440/420Introduction About the BlackArmor ServerFeatures of the BlackArmor Server LAN 2 LED LAN 1 LED Difference Between a BlackArmor Administrator and User About BlackArmor AdministratorsWhat You Can Do With the BlackArmor Server How to Get Started BlackArmor Administrators Start HereAbout BlackArmor Users BlackArmor Users Start Here Getting Started with Your BlackArmor Server Users InstallInstalling the BlackArmor Server and Software Setup Steps for AdministratorsWindows only Click View Drive Details Connecting to the ServerCompleting the Initial Setup Creating Custom Shares Creating User Accounts Making BlackArmor Accessible Using Seagate Global Access Enabling Global Access to the Server administrator taskDistributing BlackArmor User Information Connecting a USB Printer to Your BlackArmor Server Enabling Global Access as a UserUsing Your Seagate Global Access Account Setting Your BlackArmor as a Media Server Setting Your BlackArmor as an iTunes ServerNext Steps for Administrators Setup Steps for BlackArmor Users Creating a Seagate Global Access Account Getting the Most from Your BlackArmor Server Your Role as a BlackArmor Administrator Your BlackArmor Server’s Default Settings Understanding Volumes and Shares Managing BlackArmor Volumes, Shares, and StorageUnderstanding RAID Working with VolumesRAID Creating New VolumesWorking with Shares Private SharesPublic Shares Special Features of Shares Setting Storage Space Limits for BlackArmor UsersControlling Web File Downloads to the BlackArmor Server Setting Grace Time for Exceeded QuotasManaging BlackArmor Users Working with User AccountsCreating and Modifying User Groups Protecting Your BlackArmor Files with Archive Backups Improving Performance with Link Aggregation Setting Your BlackArmor Server as a Media ServerMonitoring Your BlackArmor Server Monitoring Status with the Server’s LCD ScreenMonitoring Status with the Server’s LEDs Using the LEDs to Monitor the Server Using Email Alerts to Monitor Server StatusChecking Disk Drive Status Using Smart Changing the BlackArmor Server’s Advanced SettingsPower Saving Settings Dynamic Domain Name System DNS SettingsFile Protocol Settings Network Time Protocol NTP SettingsUninterruptible Power Supply UPS Settings Web Access Protocol SettingsWorkgroup and Domain Settings Basic Hardware Safety and Maintenance Maintaining Your BlackArmor ServerKeeping the Server’s Firmware Current Resetting Your BlackArmor Server Access Limitations Tips for BlackArmor UsersUnderstanding Your BlackArmor User Account Automatic Sorting for Media Files Storage Space LimitationsFile Protocol Support on Shares Accessing Shares and Files on the BlackArmor ServerBacking Up Your Files Grace Time Limits for QuotasBacking Up Files with BlackArmor Backup Backing Up Files Between ServersBacking Up To or From an External USB Drive Downloading Large Web Files to Your BlackArmor Server Accessing Your BlackArmor Files Over the WebRetrieving Deleted Files from the Recycle Bin Solving Problems General Troubleshooting TipsCommon Problems and Solutions Can’t access a share Can’t access a file on a shareCan’t log in to BlackArmor Manager Technical Specifications Glossary Http Hypertext Transfer Protocol Local accessGroup account Hot-swapPrivate share Remote accessNTP Network Time Protocol server ParityShare Seagate Global AccessRSA key ServerUser VolumeWeb access protocol USB driveIndex RAID Index