Thecus Technology N299 user manual Introduction, Overview, Product Highlights

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

Thank you for choosing the Thecus N299 IP Storage Server. The Thecus N299 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. Two Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency, allowing the N299 to take over file management functions. The N299’s user-friendly GUI supports multiple languages, and its built-in media server and optional wireless connectivity via USB dongles allow users to share and enjoy their digital media in virtually any room of the house.

Product Highlights

File Server

First and foremost, the N299 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 5: Using the N299 > Web User Interface.

Media Server

The N299 can also act as a convenient media server, allowing you to enjoy and share photos, music, and movies via the uPnP AV streaming protocol.

To set up the Media Server, refer to Chapter 4: Additional Feature Setup > Media Server.

FTP Server

With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and download files to your N299 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 4: Additional Feature Setup > FTP Server.

iTunes® Server

Digital music is one of the hottest trends, and with the built-in iTunes® server, you can share your digital music files with every iTunes-equipped PC on your network. The iTunes Server is also incredibly easy to set up!

To set up the iTunes Server, refer to Chapter 4: Additional Feature Setup > iTunes Server.

Photo Gallery

Got a lot of photos? Share them effortlessly with the N299’s built-in Photo Gallery. Users can create albums and upload photos in a snap, and the N299 will even auto-create thumbnails.

To find out how to share photos with the N299, refer to Chapter 5: Using the N299 > Using Photo Gallery.

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