Western Digital WDBLGT0120KBK, WDBLGT0160KBK, WDBLGT0040KBK, WDBLGT0080KBK manual Key Features

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Key Features

Plug-and-play installation: The easy set up process allows you to integrate WD Sentinel into your office network like a pro. The administration dashboard quickly guides you through the process including adding users, setting up data access, creating shared folders, and scheduling backups.

Easy maintenance: Replacing one of the pre-installed drives, or adding a new drive, is as easy as changing a light bulb. Just open the door and swap out the drives. WD Sentinel does the rest. It seamlessly migrates the server to the appropriate RAID level

and automatically expands the server’s storage capacity. Your users can still access your business data while the drive is being integrated. No data loss. No down time.

Comprehensive data protection for your entire office has never been easier.

The drives inside: Pre-configured with hard drives optimized for reliability, quality and performance.

RAID: Featuring levels 1or 5 for data protection and speed.

Automatic backup and restore: The software saves time and space by performing a full backup the first time and then automatically backing up only the data that has changed since the previous backup. In the event of a drive failure, WD Sentinel’s easy restore function finds your files, restores them to their previous location and gets you up and running again quickly. The backup software also includes full metal backup.

Dual Ethernet ports: Comes configured in Adaptive Fault Tolerance, which keeps your network available by automatically switching to the second Ethernet port if the first one should fail.

Optional dual power supply: WD Sentinel DX4000 offers the small business owner the option of adding a second power supply that will take over should a power surge or other failure damage the first power supply. With the optional second power supply you have the added peace of mind knowing that your system will remain operational.

Secure remote access: WD Sentinel is perfect for businesses with employees working in satellite or home offices because you have the security of knowing all your business files are safely stored in one place and remote employees can access them from any computer with an Internet connection. WD Sentinel also performs automatic daily backups so all of the files on all the computers in your network are backed up and protected.

Leading-edge performance: With dual Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, WD Sentinel DX4000 delivers read/write speeds up to 100 MB/s through the Gigabit Ethernet interface. That's three times faster than most network drives in this category today. For maximum flexibility there is also a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port to allow you to connect additional storage devices and experience up to 5Gb/s transfer rates.

A total solution with industry-leading technology partners

We combined hardware and software from industry leaders to deliver a reliable, secure and easy-to-manage storage server designed specifically for small office environments. WD Sentinel features:

Best-in-class hard drives – Equipped with hard drives (2 TB, 3 TB, and 4 TB) that feature high capacity storage, peak performance and best-in-class reliability.

Intel® Atom® processor - Built with the latest Intel Atom dual core processor inside, WD Sentinel DX4000 can easily handle your small business’s day-to-day computing and file storage demands.

WD SENTINEL DX4000

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ADMINISTRATOR’S GUIDE

 

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Contents WD Sentinel DX4000 Small Office Storage ServerWD Service and Support Accessing Online SupportContacting WD Technical Support Registering Your WD ProductTable of Contents Using the WD Sentinel Server’s Features TroubleshootingRegulatory and Warranty Information Best PracticesImportant Safety Instructions Important User InformationAbout This Guide Handling PrecautionsRecording Your WD Product Information Product Overview Getting to Know Your WD Sentinel DX4000 ServerKey Features Total solution with industry-leading technology partnersPackage Contents WD Sentinel DX4000 AC adapter Ethernet cable System Requirements and Compatibility Information Requirement DescriptionTechnical Specifications Specification DescriptionDrive Bay LEDs Power LEDProduct Views LEDs Component Icon DescriptionIndicators Alert DescriptionLEDs Color State DescriptionWhere to Find Help Additional Reference DescriptionPrimary Setup Tasks User Roles and ResponsibilitiesTypes of WD Sentinel DX4000 Users Primary User Interface Primary InterfaceHow the WD Sentinel DX4000 Fits into Your Office ExamplesManaging the WD Sentinel Server Dashboard To access the Dashboard Mac User Name Enter AdministratorUsing the Home Performing Dashboard TasksHome Page Tabs Tab DescriptionManaging Computers and Backups Managing User AccountsManaging Server Folders and Hard Drives Home Page Tasks PanelSettings Description Monitoring Add-insMonitoring System Health and Alerts Health TabQuarters of the system capacity available for data storage To access WD Customer Support automatically Health TasksFind compatible hard drives Request SupportManual Updates of WD Software Click Unlock drives To change the passwordUpdating Software To lock the drives Click Lock drivesManaging Server Settings Automatic Updates of WD SoftwareTo set a schedule for automatic updates Updating Microsoft SoftwareRemote Web Access GeneralMedia HomeGroupEnabling Remote Web Access DomainTo perform a clean shutdown using the front panel Shutting Down the ServerManaging Storage on the WD Sentinel Server WD Sentinel Server RAID StorageClick the Server Folders tab Using USB StorageTo share data on a USB drive Replacing a Failed Drive To stop sharing data on a USB driveManaging Storage on the WD Sentinel Server Adding Capacity by Adding a Drive Using the WD Sentinel Server’s Features Using the Launchpad Internal UsersAccessing the Launchpad To access the Launchpad WindowsTo access the Launchpad Mac Enter your user name and password Select FinderApplicationsWindows Server Launchpad To disable the Launchpad after signing in Windows Selecting Launchpad Options Windows PC or Mac ComputerManaging the Launchpad To select Launchpad optionsTo disable the Launchpad after signing in Mac To uninstall the Launchpad Connector Software on a Mac Click FinderDevicesMacintosh HDLaunchpad Mac Accessing Shared Folders Over Your NetworkLaunchpad Windows Accessing Computers and Shared Folders Remotely LoggingRemote Web Access Home Backing up Windows PCComputers Shared FoldersScheduling Automatic Backups Dashboard only Initiating BackupsBackup Using the Launchpad Click Start backupBacking up with Time Machine Mac Scheduling Automatic Backups Time MachineBackup Using the Dashboard Select Registered User Using the WD Sentinel SERVER’S Features Recovering/Restoring Windows PC Restoring Windows PC Computers Bare Metal RestoreTo restore a Windows PC that has been backed up Click Computers and BackupsRecovering/Restoring Mac To recover individual files and foldersCreate a Virtual DVD Recovering the WD Sentinel ServerRequirements Run the Virtual DVD Unlock my drives Using the WD Sentinel SERVER’S Features Recreating the storage Using the WD Sentinel SERVER’S Features Performing a Recovery Using the WD Sentinel SERVER’S Features Using the WD Sentinel SERVER’S Features Using the WD Sentinel SERVER’S Features Setting up the WD Sentinel DX4000 Setting up Client ComputersUsing the WD Sentinel DX4000 Efficiently Best PracticesShutting Down Replacing DrivesSharing Files with External Users Troubleshooting First Steps ChecklistSpecific Problems and Corrective Actions LEDs do not light upCannot access Windows PCs via Remote Access Regulatory and Warranty Information Regulatory ComplianceEnvironmental Compliance China Obtaining Service KC Notice Republic of Korea onlyLimited Warranty GNU General Public License GPLAppendix Managing iSCSI Storage on the WD Sentinel ServerISCSI Overview ISCSI RolesSetting Description Create an iSCSI TargetClick Modify Target Edit an iSCSI TargetClick Create Target Deleting an iSCSI Target Disable an iSCSI TargetEnabling an iSCSI Target Exporting an iSCSI Target Importing an iSCSI Target910 GlossaryGlossary Glossary Index RAID USB USB