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Overview
Thank you for choosing the Thecus N3200PRO IP Storage Appliance. The Thecus
N3200PRO 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
N3200PRO to take over file management functions, increase application and data
sharing and provide faster data response. The N3200PRO lets you hot swap
working hard drives, securing the continuity of data in the event of hardware
failure. The N3200PRO allows data consolidation and sharing between Windows
(SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple OS X environments. The N3200PRO’s user-
friendly GUI supports multiple languages.
Product Highlights
File Server
First and foremost, the N3200PRO 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 N3200PRO
> Web User Interface.
FTP Server
With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and
download files to your N3200PRO 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 N3200PRO, and even automate your
backup tasks for true peace-of-mind.
To find out how to backup your files with the N3200PRO, refer to Chapter 6:
Using the N3200PRO > File Backup.
Media Server
Mediabolic’s Embedded Media Server resides on the N3200PRO 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.