MicroNet Technology MaxNAS manual Getting Started, Features and Benefits

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1-Getting Started

Chapter 1- Getting Started

Thank you for purchasing The Micronet MaxNAS storage solution. With speed, high capac- ity, ease of use, and support for numerous applications, MaxNAS is the ideal solution for all of your data storage needs.

Please take advantage of the information contained within this manual to ensure easy setup and configuration. If at any time you require technical assistance, Micronet’s Help Desk is available at 310-320-0772 or email us at Support@micronet.com

1. Features and Benefits

MaxNAS is a versatile and powerful storage solution, allowing it to be utilized in several different roles:

•As a shared storage device for multiple PCs, Macs, and UNIX/Linux workstations

•As a central, fault tolerant data server for a home or small business network

•As a central backup station

•As a central hub for print services, media streaming, and unattended downloading

Benefits:	Networking Features:
• Easy-to-use for non-MIS personnel	• 2x 10/100/1000 auto-sensing Ethernet ports
• SATA (Serial ATA) disk channel interface	• Ethernet link aggregation with failover and
• Networked Storage on Gigabit Ethernet	load balancing
• Easy to use Graphical User Interface	• iSCSI services concurrent with NAS

Data Reliability Features:	Network Services:
• RAID Level 0, 1, 5, 6, Span	• Windows Client Support with Active
• Multiple LUN support	Directory integration
• RAID Auto Rebuild	• UNIX/Linux Client Support
• Network Backup	• Apple OS X Client Support
• Hot Swap/Hot Spare disk support	• FTP, Webdisk, Secure Webdisk
• Disk Roaming	• DLNA streaming server
	• Attach and share USB and eSATA devices

2. System Requirements and Compatibility

The MaxNAS is designed for universal compatibility. It features SMB/CIFS, NFS, FTP, iSCSI, USB direct attachment, as well as Webdisk/Secure Webdisk http-based connectivity for host access. This manual will address Windows XP and newer, and Macintosh OS X 10.4 and newer hosts only but the concepts and connectivity features are available to other operating environments as well.

MaxNAS Owner’s Manual

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Contents MaxNAS Table of Contents RAID Federal Communications Commission FCC Compliance StatementRadio Frequency Interference Statement Returning Materials WarrantyLimitations of Warranty and Liability Technical Support PolicyWelcome From MicroNet Technology WelcomeMicroNet Technology System Requirements and Compatibility Features and BenefitsGetting Started Getting StartedWhat’s Included Unpacking the MaxNASChoosing a place for your MaxNAS Getting Started Hot plug Drive Replacement Visual and Audible IndicatorsConnect Your MaxNAS Connecting the MaxNASConnecting the MaxNAS Accessing System Administration for the first timeWizard Installation and Usage Logging LCD Operation Management ModeUSB Copy Adding External Disks USB Target ModeAdministering the MaxNAS Administering the MaxNASMain Menu Configuration Tree USB Printer Information The MaxNAS can act as a print Status DisplaysSystem Status System InformationAttached UPS Monitor Status Power ManagementAbout this MaxNAS Info Disks Info Storage ConfigurationRAID Menu Description RAID Create RAID ID Folder Share ConfigurationNFS Granted Perform file system checkStackable iSCSI Host Service To mount Auth ID NSync Backup ServiceLAN1 Configuration Network ConfigurationAdministering the MaxNAS Network Services Configuration LAN2 ConfigurationAdministering the MaxNAS Authentication Configuration Accounts ConfigurationLocal User Configuration Group AdministrationBatch User and Group Creation System Control FunctionsEvent Logs Remote Notification ConfigurationSystem Time Module Management Save/Recover System SettingReset to Factory Default Update FirmwareChange the User Interface Language Change Administrator PasswordReboot/Shutdown Log Out of the Administration InterfaceMapping a Network Drive Windows Connecting UsersConnecting Users SMB/CIFS User Access ConfigurationMapping a Network Drive OS-X Using Webdisk File Operations Webdisk control interfaceMicrosoft Windows 2000 and newer Using iSCSIChap OS-X 10.4.10 Host Setup The MaxNAS has been tested Select Apple Partition Map or Guid Setting Up an Nsync Target on an Nsync Device File Backup With nSyncAdding an Nsync Task Windows XP SP2 Connecting to MaxNAS Attached PrintersSetting Up an Nsync Target on Another Device Designating MaxNAS or PlatinumRAID as an Nsync TargetWindows Vista MacOS Click Select a shared printer by nameUnderstanding RAID Understanding RAIDRAID 1 Disk Mirroring Hot Spare Drives Troubleshooting TroubleshootingGeneral Use Precautions Resetting the MaxNAS Frequently Asked Questions Always Back UP Your Data Getting Help How To Contact MicroNet Technology, IncAppendix a Getting Help Appendix B RAID Level Comparison Table RAID Level Comparison TableAppendix C Active Directory Active DirectoryAppendix D Supported UPS List Support UPS ListAqua Sola Appendix E Glossary GlossaryGlossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Appendix F Product Specifications Product SpecificationsSystem Architecture Power Consumption System FeaturesMaxNAS Dimensions WeightCgic License Terms Licence and CopyrightAppendix G Licence and Copyright Source Code Availability CopyrightsPreamble GNU General Public LicenseLicence and Copyright Licence and Copyright Licence and Copyright MicroNet Techology Van Ness Ave Torrance, CA