Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
Thank you for choosing the Thecus N8800 IP Storage Server. The Thecus N8800 is an easy-to-use storage server that allows a dedicated approach to storing and distributing data on a network. Data reliability is ensured with RAID features that provide data security and recovery—over one Terabyte of storage is available using RAID 5 and RAID 6. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency, allowing the N8800 to take over file management functions, increase application and data sharing and provide faster data response. The N8800 offers data mobility with a disk roaming feature that lets you hot swap working hard drives for use in another N8800, securing the continuity of data in the event of hardware failure. The N8800 allows data consolidation and sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple OS X environments. The N8800’s user- friendly GUI supports multiple languages.
Product Highlights
File Server
First and foremost, the N8800 allows you to store and share files over an IP network. With a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, you can centralize your files and share them easily over your network. With the easy-to-use web-based interface, users on your network can access these files in a snap.
To learn about the Web User Interface, go to Chapter 6: Using the N8800 > Using WebDisk.
FTP Server
With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and download files to your N8800 over the Internet with their favorite FTP programs. You can create user accounts so that only authorized users have access.
To set up the FTP Server, refer to Chapter 5: Additional Feature Setup > FTP Server.
Backup Server
Don’t leave precious data to chance. With advanced backup capabilities, you can easily upload mission critical files to the N8800, and even automate your backup tasks for true peace-of-mind.
To find out how to backup your files with the N8800, refer to Chapter 6: Using the N8800 > File Backup.
Printer Server
With the N8800’s Printer Server, you can easily share an IPP printer with other PCs connected to your network.
To set up the Printer Server, refer to Chapter 5: Additional Feature Setup > Printer Server.
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