Maxtor II manual System Requirements, Handling Precautions, Maxtor Product Support

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MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION

FIGURE 2 INCLUDED IN PACKAGE

1.Backup Solution

2.Power Adapter

3.Ethernet Cable

4.EasyManage CD

Installation Software

Maxtor Shared Storage II

System Requirements

–Wired or wireless router with an available 10/100/1000 Ethernet port

–Pentium III, 500 Mhz equivalent processor or higher

–Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Professional, or Media Center

–256MB RAM (512MB recommended) or more as required by operating system

–Internet connection (for system updates)

–Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher

(for management interface of Shared Storage II)

–UPnP certified Digital Media Adapter (if using Media Serving)

–CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive

Handling Precautions

Please handle your new Maxtor Shared Storage II with care!

Follow the precautions listed here or you could damage your drive and void the product warranty. Review the Maxtor Limited Warranty for more information.

Follow these precautions to prevent data loss

–Do not bump, move or drop the drive while in operation.

–Do not remove the interface cable or power cord without first disconnecting the drive properly through the operating system.

–Do not set any liquids or drinks on or near the drive. Liquids will damage the internal electronics.

–Do not open the drive enclosure. This can cause loss of data and will void the product warranty.

Maxtor Product Support

Maxtor Corporation provides a comprehensive product support section on its web site, including the latest software drivers, product specifications, a complete troubleshooting section, and the Maxtor Knowledge Base.

Maxtor USA Support

Visit www.maxtorkb.com for the following information:

–Search the Hard Drive Knowledge Base

We store all resolved problems and FAQ’s in our knowledge base. Search by product, category, keywords, or phrases.

–My Stuff

Login to modify or view your FAQ update notifications or update your personal profile.

–Most Popular Help Topics

Top five most frequently asked questions.

–Software Download

Download installation and diagnostic programs for your hard drive or external storage device.

Maxtor Worldwide Support

Visit www.maxtor.com and click worldwide support or

contact us for product support outside of the USA.

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Contents Maxtor Shared Storage Contents Maxtor Shared Storage II USER’S GuideShared Storage II Features Simple Installation and SetupAbout this Guide ComponentsSystem Requirements Handling PrecautionsMaxtor Product Support Connecting the Power Connecting the Ethernet CableConnect the Drive Power up the Drive Shared Storage Drive Power/Status LED DefinitionsFront Panel LEDs Back Panel LEDsSet up the Drive Using EasyManage Backup Status Indicators DefinitionsSimpleView HomeCreate User Account Account TypesHome and Business Folders Business FoldersTo Create a Public Home User Account Naming ConventionsTo Create a Public Business User Account To Create a Private Home User Account To Create a Private Business User AccountSettings Connect to a User AccountWhat’s New? Drag and SortAdvanced Web Folder TagsBackup Backup File ManagementAutomatic Backups On/Off Clean Up Deleted FilesDelete Historical Versions Restore Restore Historical Versions of Individual Backed-up FilesRestore Most Recent Files and Folders Media ServerOneTouch Status Icons To Enable Media Server Using Media ServerExit Storing Audio Resetting Your Shared Storage II DriveShutting Down Your Shared Storage II Drive Security Lock Media ServingConsiderations for Home Media Networks Maxtor Shared Storage II Macintosh Installation System Requirements Installing the Shared Storage Power up the Drive Setup the Drive Create and Use Shared Folders Creating Shared FoldersCreating a Public/Home User Account Creating a Public/Business User AccountCreating a Public/None User Account Creating a Private/Home User AccountUsing Shared Folders to Connect to User Accounts Creating a Private/Business User AccountCreating a Private/None User Account Method 1 Connect a Public User AccountEnable Drag and Sort Drag and SortMethod 2 Connect a Private User Account Folders and their Sorted File TypesAdding Drag and Sort Folders Backup SettingsAdding Drag and Sort File Types Editing Backup Settings Advanced SettingsShared Storage Administration To Access this FeatureRestore SimpleView Storage and Backup Status Backup Status IndicatorsBackup Log File Following displaysStoring Audio Security Lock Considerations for Home Media Networks To Open or Start the Web UI Accessing the Web UIThrough your browser application Run Set-up Wizard Following page is displayedAccounts Management Click Create a New User AccountModify Account Settings and Shared Privileges Click Modify Account Settings and Shared PrivilegesTo Change the Password on a User Account Delete User AccountsUsing the Shared Folders Management To Create a New Defined Access Shared FolderShared Folders Management Create a New Shared FolderClick Modify Shared Folder Access Privileges Click Delete, Suspend or Re-Activate Shared FoldersManage Digital Photos, Music, Video Shared Folder BackupClick Manage Digital Photos, Music and Videos Create Backup Set Delete Backup SetChoose Restore From the Advanced Settings You CanUsing the Advanced Settings Pages Back UpNetwork Settings Click Network SettingsSelect Network Settings Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default GatewaySystem Maintenance Click Power ManagementClick Diagnostics Scan and Repair Click System UpdateConfigure Your USB Devices Click Done to return to the Configure Your USB DevicesClick Format USB Drive Click Printer Support ManagementSystem Status Using USB Printers with Your Shared Storage Using External USB Drives with Your Shared StorageAccessing the external USB Drive 20344100