Thecus Technology Thecus N199 user manual Introduction, Overview, Product Highlights

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

Thank you for choosing the Thecus N199 IP Storage Server. The Thecus N199 is an easy-to-use storage server that allows a dedicated approach to storing and distributing data on a network. Two Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency, allowing the N199 to take over file management functions. The N199’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 N199 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 N199 > Web User Interface.

Media Server

The N199 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 N199 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 N199’s built-in Photo Gallery. Users can create albums and upload photos in a snap, and the N199 will even auto-create thumbnails.

To find out how to share photos with the N199, refer to Chapter 5: Using the N199 > Using Photo Gallery.

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Contents Thecus N199 About This Manual Limited WarrantyCopyright and Trademark Notice Safety Warnings Table of Contents Network Management User and Group ManagementSystem Management Overview FTP Server ITunes Server Media ServerOverview Login Using WebDisk Using iTunes Server Using Photo GalleryFile Backup Remote AdministrationHardware Specifications Software Specifications Stripe Size Disk UsageProduct Highlights IntroductionOverview Package Contents Front Panel Rear Panel Before You Begin Hard Disk InstallationGetting Started Installation Wizard Cable ConnectionsPage Page First Time Setup Initial LoginSystem Check and Configuration Configure Network SettingsCreate Folders and Set Up ACLs Create Local Users and GroupsStart Services System Configuration Web Administration InterfaceMenu Bar Menu BarUser Upload Language Package List Language SelectionLanguage Package Upload and Management Status Menu Product InformationSystem Status System InformationPrinter Information Printer StatusSystem Information Storage Management Disk InformationRAID Information Disk 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 LAN ConfigurationWAN Configuration Wlan Configuration Wlan ConfigurationDhcp Server Configuration SsidPage Web 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 Page Adding an FTP Task Page Page Adding a BT Task Page Deleting Tasks ItemDescription Scheduling DownloadsDownload Schedule Printer Server Windows XP SP2Windows Vista Page Page IP Cam Configuration Schedule ConfigurationIP Cam Surveillance Connect the IP Cam to the N199Http//172.16.66.95/cgi-bin/video.jpg Designate a Capture Schedule Browse Captured Images Using the N199 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 Exif Information Slide ShowsFile Backup NsyncAdding an Nsync Task NsyncSetting Up an Nsync Target on an Nsync Device Modifiying an Nsync TaskDeleting an Nsync Task Add Nsync TaskDesignating N199 as an Nsync Target Setting Up an Nsync Target on Another DeviceNsync Target Server Setting Thecus 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 N199 Apple OS Choose Go Connect to Server…USB Storage Expansion ESATA Storage Expansion Replacing Damaged Hard DrivesHard Drive Damage Replacing a Hard DriveRemote Administration Part I Setup a DynDNS AccountPart II Enable Ddns on the Router RAID Auto-RebuildFirewall Software Configuration Part III Setting up Virtual Servers HttpsTroubleshooting Guide Restoring Factory Defaults Problems with Time and Date SettingsSimple Problem Diagnosis Procedure N199 Chassis Feels HotPage Appendix a Product Specifications Hardware SpecificationsSoftware Specifications NetworkAppendix 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