Using the Configuration Utility | Buffalo Technology HS-DGL Series

Step 4: Using the Configuration Utility

This part of the program changes LinkStation’s IP Address. Check the box that states ‘Acquire IP Address Automatically’. This will give LinkStation an IP Address from the network’s router/DHCP server. A static IP Address and gateway can also be set if preferred. The ‘Administrator Password’ fi eld sets an administrator

password for the web-based confi guration. If a password is desired, then type a password in the fi eld. When fi nished, press the ‘OK’ button. LinkStation will confi rm and set the IP Address settings.

These are LinkStation’s main confi guration menus. Please bookmark this page so it can be accessed for future confi guration changes.

Refer to the User Manual for detailed explanations of each menu and their settings. The User Manual is located on the LinkNavigaor CD-ROM.

The login prompt will appear. The user name is root.

There is NO password by default. If a password was specifi ed on the previous step, then type that password in the ‘Password’ fi eld. Press the ‘OK’ button when fi nished.

Please note that Pcast media server option can only be used in conjunction with a Buffalo LinkTheater.

To continue setup, click on the ‘Basic’ settings button. This will allow you to setup some important settings.

Then click on the ‘LinkStation Name Setup’ link.