Thecus Technology N299 user manual Introduction, Overview, Product Highlights

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

Thank you for choosing the Thecus N299 IP Storage Server. The Thecus N299 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. Two Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency, allowing the N299 to take over file management functions. The N299’s user-friendly GUI supports multiple languages, and its built-in media server and optional wireless connectivity via USB dongles allow users to share and enjoy their digital media in virtually any room of the house.

Product Highlights

File Server

First and foremost, the N299 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 5: Using the N299 > Web User Interface.

Media Server

The N299 can also act as a convenient media server, allowing you to enjoy and share photos, music, and movies via the uPnP AV streaming protocol.

To set up the Media Server, refer to Chapter 4: Additional Feature Setup > Media Server.

FTP Server

With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and download files to your N299 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 4: Additional Feature Setup > FTP Server.

iTunes® Server

Digital music is one of the hottest trends, and with the built-in iTunes® server, you can share your digital music files with every iTunes-equipped PC on your network. The iTunes Server is also incredibly easy to set up!

To set up the iTunes Server, refer to Chapter 4: Additional Feature Setup > iTunes Server.

Photo Gallery

Got a lot of photos? Share them effortlessly with the N299’s built-in Photo Gallery. Users can create albums and upload photos in a snap, and the N299 will even auto-create thumbnails.

To find out how to share photos with the N299, refer to Chapter 5: Using the N299 > Using Photo Gallery.

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Contents Thecus N299 About This Manual Limited WarrantyCopyright and Trademark Notice Safety Warnings Table of Contents Overview Login Network ManagementUser and Group Management System ManagementUsing WebDisk Using iTunes Server Using Photo GalleryFile Backup Remote AdministrationData Security RAID Levels Stripe Size Disk UsageProduct Highlights IntroductionOverview Package Contents Front Panel Rear Panel Data TransferBefore You Begin Hard Disk InstallationGetting Started Installation Wizard Cable ConnectionsLogin Change Admin Password Start Browser RAID and FW installation First Time Setup Initial LoginSystem Check and Configuration Configure Network SettingsSelect RAID Level Create Local Users and GroupsCreate Folders and Set Up ACLs Start ServicesSystem Configuration Web Administration InterfaceMenu Bar Menu BarUser Upload Language Package List Language SelectionLanguage Package Upload and Management Status Menu Product InformationSystem Status System StatusSystem Information Printer StatusSystem Information Printer InformationStorage Management Disk InformationRAID Information Sata InformationRAID Configuration Disk SettingsDisk Settings RAID LevelCreating a RAID Deleting a RAIDFolder Management FolderAdding Folders Editing FoldersDeleting Folders Add FolderFolder Access Control List ACL Service FoldersService Folders Folder ACLNetwork Management WAN ConfigurationWAN Configuration LAN Configuration Ddns ConfigurationLAN Configuration Dhcp Server ConfigurationWlan Configuration Wlan ConfigurationWlan Dhcp Configuration EssidWeb Service Web Services ConfigurationWindows Network Configuration SMB/CIFS Apple Network Setup NFS SetupApple Network Configuration MAC CharsetLocal User Configuration Local User ConfigurationUser and Group Management Adding UsersLocal Groups Configuration Local Groups ConfigurationModifying Users Deleting UsersDeleting Groups Adding GroupsModifying Groups Notification Configuration System ManagementSystem Notifications System LogsTime and Date Settings System Configuration Backup and RestoreSystem Logs TimeUpgrading System Firmware Reset to Factory Default SettingsSystem Configuration Download/Upload Change Administrator Password Reboot and Shutdown SystemChange Administrator Password LogoutAdditional Feature Setup FTP ServerFTP FTP EncodeMedia Server ITunes ConfigurationITunes Server Adding Media Share Folders Connecting DMAs to the Media ServerMedia Manager Settings Download Manager Adding an Http TaskDownload Tasks Completed / Total download sizePage Adding an FTP Task Page Page Adding a BT Task Page Page Deleting Tasks Scheduling DownloadsDownload Schedule ItemDescriptionPrinter Server Windows XP SP2Windows Vista Select or install a printer and then press OK IP Cam Surveillance IP Cam Configuration Schedule ConfigurationConnect the IP Cam to the N299 IP CameraDesignate a Capture Schedule Page Browse Captured Images Using the N299 LoginUsing WebDisk WebDisk Folder ListPlaying Music Files Using iTunes ServerAdding Music Files Using Photo Gallery Password Protecting AlbumsManaging Albums and Photos Creating AlbumsUploading Pictures to Albums Windows XP Publishing WizardPage Page Page Page Exif Information Slide ShowsNsync File BackupNsync Adding an Nsync Task Modifiying an Nsync TaskDeleting an Nsync Task Add Nsync TaskSetting Up an Nsync Target on an Nsync Device Setting Up an Nsync Target on Another DeviceNsync Target Server Setting Designating N299 as an Nsync TargetThecus Backup Utility Add New TaskWindows XP Data Backup Click Browse this CDApple OS X Backup Utilities One-Button USB CopyWindows Tips and TricksMapping a Client PC to the N299 Apple OS Choose Go Connect to Server…Hard Drive Damage USB Storage ExpansionReplacing Damaged Hard Drives Remote Administration Part I Setup a DynDNS AccountReplacing a Hard Drive RAID Auto-RebuildPart III Setting up Virtual Servers Https Firewall Software ConfigurationPart II Enable Ddns on the Router Troubleshooting Guide Restoring Factory Defaults Problems with Time and Date SettingsN299 Chassis Feels Hot Can’t Find Printer Server / Media Server / Download ManagerSimple Problem Diagnosis Procedure Software Specifications Appendix a Product SpecificationsHardware Specifications For supported USB dongles, please contact sales@thecus.com Appendix B Customer Support Support-us@thecus.comAppendix C RAID Basics BenefitsRAID Levels Improved PerformanceRAID Level Percentage Used Stripe SizeDisk Usage Appendix D Licensing Information Source Code AvailabilityCgic License Terms GNU General Public LicensePage Page