Seagate 440, 420 manual Your BlackArmor Server’s Default Settings

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Your BlackArmor Server’s Default Settings

Your BlackArmor Server’s Default Settings

Your BlackArmor server is preconfigured with settings that are appropriate for typical use, so that you can get started storing, sharing, and protecting your files right away:

•User accounts—The BlackArmor server includes one preconfigured user account for the administrator, which can be modified with a custom password during the initial setup (see page 18). You can also add as many new user accounts as you need using BlackArmor Manager (see page 36).

•Shares—The BlackArmor server includes two preconfigured shares: Download and Public. You can modify the features of each share to suit your needs, or add new public or private shares using BlackArmor Manager (see page 33).

•RAID protection—The BlackArmor server is preconfigured with RAID 5 protection when using four drives. RAID 5 stands for Redundant Array of Independent Disks level 5, and is a technology that builds redundancy into your storage system to help keep your data safe from disk drive failures and other catastrophes.

You can use a different level of RAID protection, if you want to. In addition to RAID 5, both RAID 1 and RAID 10 provide data protection. However, RAID 5 is highly recommended as it provides the best level of protection available on your BlackArmor server. Additionally, Seagate recommends that only users familiar and comfortable with RAID technology make changes to the server’s RAID protection.

For more information, see page 31.

•Network settings—Although you do not have to connect both LAN ports to your network to use your BlackArmor server, the server will support two simultaneous LAN connections so that it can transfer data at a faster rate. For more information, see page 38.

The server is also preconfigured with DHCP as its network mode. DHCP is recommended. DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, and is basically a method of assigning IP addresses automatically to all the systems on a network. (Static mode requires that all IP addresses be assigned and changed manually.)

Unless you are part of a large corporation with an IT department, Seagate highly recommends using the DHCP network mode.

•Administrator password—The server’s default log in information is:

user name: admin

password: admin

You are prompted to change the administrator password during the initial server setup. If you didn’t, or want to change it again, open BlackArmor Manager (see page 17). You can change the administrator by selecting Admin Password from the System menu. For step-by-step instructions for updating the password, refer to the BlackArmor Manager online Help.

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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
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