Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
Thank you for choosing the Thecus M3800 IP Storage Appliance. The Thecus M3800 is an easy-to-use storage server that allows a dedicated approach to storing and distributing data on a network. Data reliability is ensured with RAID features that provide data security and recovery—over 3 Terabytes of storage is available. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency, allowing the M3800 to take over file management functions, increase application and data sharing and provide faster data response. The M3800 lets you hot swap working hard drives, securing the continuity of data in the event of hardware failure. The M3800 allows data consolidation and sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple OS X environments. The M3800’s user-friendly GUI supports multiple languages.
Product Highlights
File Server
First and foremost, the M3800 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 6: Using the M3800 > Web User Interface.
FTP Server
With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and download files to your M3800 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 5: Additional Feature Setup > FTP Server.
Backup Server
Don’t leave precious data to chance. With advanced backup capabilities, you can easily upload mission critical files to the M3800, and even automate your backup tasks for true peace-of-mind.
To find out how to backup your files with the M3800, refer to Chapter 6: Using the M3800 > File Backup.
Media Server
Mediabolic’s Embedded Media Server resides on the M3800 and aggregates personal media so that it was can be accessed by a variety of players, such as network TVs, IP set-top boxes, and digital media adapters. This software is DLNA Certified, which means that increased interoperability with other DLNA certified devices. The software also enables advanced digital rights management, an auto setup wizard, and auto-generating video thumbnails. Mediabolic’s Embedded Media Server makes accessing, sharing, and enjoying your media files easy.
To set up the Media Server, refer to Chapter 4: Additional Feature Setup > Media Server.
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