OVERVIEW - 8
WD SHARESPACE
USER MANUAL
USB Backup Button
The USB backup button allows you to back up data from a USB drive to the device or
from the device to a USB drive. The USB backup feature only works on the front USB
port (port 1). See “USB Auto Backup Feature” on page 60 for detailed instructions.
Ports
Reset Button
The reset button restores configuration settings such as the machine name, network
mode/IP address, and admin password to default factory settings without erasing
shared folders and volumes. For more information on how to reset the system, see
“Resetting the WD ShareSpace” on page 151.
Kensington Security Slot
For drive security, the device is equipped with a security slot, which supports a
standard Kensington security cable. For more information on the Kensington security
slot and available products, visit www.kensington.com.
Component Icon Description
USB port 1 Connects to a USB drive.
Note: This port has an auto-backup feature that
makes it possible to automatically create backups of
digital files from a USB drive to the device and vice-
versa.
USB ports 2 and 3 Connects to a USB drive.
Ethernet port Connects the device to a local network.
Reset button Restores the admin user name and password for the
device.
Power port Connects the device to an AC adapter and the power
outlet.