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Freecom Network Drive XS
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Chapter 3: Installation of the app lication software

3.1 Installation of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant Software (PC)

The Freecom Network Storage A ssistant quickly detect s and performs the basic setup
of your Network Drive XS. When you start it, it disp lays all Freecom Network devices
available in your network and helps you creating network folders .
1. Please insert the Manual & Application CD into your drive. It contains user manuals and
software, including the Freecom Network Storage Assistant. Once the CD is inserted,
a window should appear automatically on the screen. If this does not happen, please
proceed as follows:
2. Open "My Compu ter".
3. Double -click the CD drive containing the CD. The CD window should now open.
4. Click on "Software Installation" -> "FNS Assistant". The installation starts now. Follow
the instructions on the scree n, confirm with "Next " in o rder to continue with the
installation. After installation has finished, press "Quit " to exit the menu screen.
5. Start the Freecom Network Storage Assist ant by clicking on the "FNSA" icon on your
desktop or via "Start" -> "program files".
6. Check the Freecom Ne twork Storage Assistant whether your Netwo rk Drive XS was
detected. This may take some time. If your Network Drive X S is not immediately
detected, click "Search again for available Freecom Network Storag e devices" to
repeat the search.
7. For a detaile d functional description on the Freecom Net work Storage Assistant,
please refer to chapter 5.