ReadyNAS OS 6.1

Basic User and Group Concepts

Users are the people to whom you grant access to your storage system. If your company uses Windows Active Directory, you can use that to manage ReadyNAS users. Otherwise, when you want to allow someone to access your ReadyNAS system, you create a user account for that person. The ReadyNAS storage system administrator sets up user accounts and decides which folders and LUNs each user is permitted to access.

If your ReadyNAS storage system is used at home, you might create a user account for each member of the family, but allow only the parents to access financial data stored on your system. You might decide that all user accounts can access photos and music stored on the system. You can set the appropriate permissions for each user.

The ReadyNAS system administrator can set up groups to make it easier to manage large numbers of users. For example, if your ReadyNAS storage system is being used in a business, you might decide that every employee should have a user account. However, you might decide that only users in the accounting department can access information in the accounting shared folder, but that all users can access data stored in the company benefits shared folder. You can create a group for each department and place all users in the appropriate group or groups.

Home Folders

Home folders allow each user to have a private folder matching his or her account name. Home folders are always available over SMB and AFP protocols and are available optionally over NFS and FTP protocols.

To enable home folders:

1.Select System > Settings > Home Folders.

2.Set the On-Off slider so the slider shows the On position to enable Home Folders.

3.Select the check boxes of the optional protocols to enable home folders over those protocols.

User and Group Account Limitations

You can create up to 8,192 user accounts and up to 8,192 group accounts on your ReadyNAS storage system. However, creating many accounts on your system can degrade its performance, so NETGEAR recommends that you create and maintain only those accounts you need, preferably fewer than 250.

When you add a user, a private home folder is created for that user. This private home folder is visible only to the user and the system administrator.

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NETGEAR EDA 500, READYNAS 716X Basic User and Group Concepts, User and Group Account Limitations, Home Folders
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READYNAS 314, READYNAS 102, READYNAS 516, EDA 500, READYNAS 312 specifications

The NETGEAR ReadyNAS series encompasses a range of NAS (Network Attached Storage) solutions designed to provide reliable data storage, backup, and sharing options for both home and business users. Among the prominent models are the ReadyNAS 104, ReadyNAS 4220, ReadyNAS 316, ReadyNAS 716X, and ReadyNAS 312, each tailored to specific needs and use cases while delivering advanced features and technologies.

The ReadyNAS 104 is a four-bay desktop NAS that offers scalability and flexibility for home users and small businesses. Its ability to support up to 40 TB of storage using 10TB drives makes it a good choice for video streaming, file sharing, and automated backup tasks. The device is equipped with ReadyCLOUD technology, allowing users to access and manage their files easily from anywhere, via the mobile app or web portal.

Next, the ReadyNAS 4220 targets small and medium-sized businesses with its robust performance and enterprise-level features. Featuring up to 8 TB of storage in a 2-bay configuration, it employs the ReadyDR (Disaster Recovery) feature that allows for seamless offsite backups. The ReadyNAS 4220 excels in virtualization support, making it compatible with VMware and Microsoft environments, and offers built-in snapshot technology to safeguard data integrity.

The ReadyNAS 316 provides a perfect blend of power and features for users requiring advanced media management. With its six drive bays, it allows for extensive storage options and employs advanced data protection technologies such as RAID and BTRFS file system. The device's real-time transcoding capability is a standout feature, enabling smooth streaming of high-definition content to various devices without file format constraints.

The ReadyNAS 716X is designed for demanding workloads and power users. With its 6 bays and Intel Xeon processor, it is ideal for data-intensive applications, such as video production and large-scale backup solutions. This model supports 10GbE connectivity for high-speed data transfer and features dual power supplies for enhanced reliability, ensuring that users have a dependable system for mission-critical tasks.

Lastly, the ReadyNAS 312 offers a cost-effective solution for entry-level users who still need powerful performance. With 2 bays and support for up to 20 TB of storage, it utilizes the same advanced RAID technologies for data protection. The inclusion of features like real-time file syncing and play-out functionality makes it ideal for home users looking to centralize their media library and access their files anytime.

Overall, the NETGEAR ReadyNAS series presents a variety of options, each equipped with essential features and advanced technologies, catering to the diverse demands of users seeking reliable and efficient data storage solutions.
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