Buffalo Technology HD-HGLAN User Manual

Quick Setup Guide
LinkStation
HD-HGLAN Series
Unpacking and Setup
This section provides unpacking and setup information for LinkStation.
Open the shipping carton of LinkStation and carefully unpack its contents. The carton should contain the following items:
Main unit (LinkStation) 1 LinkStation Base Plate 1 Base Rubber Feet 4 Ethernet Cable 1 Power Cord 1 LinkNavigator Installation CD 1 Quick Setup Guide (this user’s guide) 1 Warranty card 1
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact the reseller or retailer from which the product was purchased.
The front face of the LinkStation has a protective plastic film covering for protection from scratching during assembly and shipping. The film can be removed by peeling it away from any corner of the front face.
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LinkStation Setup
Plug LinkStation’s power cord into the back of LinkStation. Plug the other end of the power code into a power outlet. Then, connect the included Ethernet Cable into the Ethernet port on the back of LinkStation.
Press the power button on the front of LinkStation to turn LinkStation on.
Connect the other end of the included Ethernet Cable into a hub, switch, or router on the network, or connect it directly to a nearby running PC.
NOTE:
on the network. Connecting it directly to the back of a PC should only be used if absolutely necessary. Many features including DHCP IP Addressing require LinkStation to be connected to a switch or hub.
It is recommended to connect LinkStation to a hub or switch
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LinkStation Setup
Check the LINK/ACT light on the front of the LinkStation. If it is lit, then LinkStation is connected properly; please turn to Page 4 to continue setup. If it is not lit, continue to the next step.
Verify that the LINK/ACT light on the front of LinkStation is lit (see picture). If it is lit, turn to Page 4 to contintue setting up LinkStation. If the LINK/ACT light is still not lit, please verify the following:
Both LinkStation and the hub, switch, or PC are powered on.
The Ethernet Cable is securely fastened to both devices.
Step 4’s
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Link Navigator Setup
The setup of Link Navigator is performed using the following steps:
Insert the LinkNavigator CD into the PC’s CD-ROM drive. Depending on the PC’s configuration, the EasySetup program may launch. If it does not automatically launch, manually launch it by pressing the Start menu and selecting theRun... option. When the ‘Run’ dialog opens, type x:\easysetup.exe (where X is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive). Press OK to continue.
Link Navigator is now running.
Please press the Install IP Setup
Utility button, then press the
Start button.
The LinkStation IP Address Configuration Utility will launch and begin scanning for all available LinkStation devices on the network.
The IP Setup Utility allows you to easily configure LinkStation’s network settings. The button will re-scan the network for all available LinkStations. The drop down menu lists all available LinkStations. If there are multiple LinkStations on the network, then select the proper LinkStation from the drop down menu. Once the proper LinkStation has been selected from the drop down menu, press the Change IP Address’ button.
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Link Navigator Setup
This part of the program changes LinkStation’s IP Address. Check the box that states Acquire IP Address
Automatically’. This will give
LinkStation an IP Address from the network’s router/DHCP server. A static IP Address and gateway can also be set if preferred. The
Password’ field sets an administrator
password for the web-based configuration. If a password is desired, then type a password in the field. When finished, press the button. LinkStation will confirm and set the IP Address settings.
These are LinkStation’s main configuration menus. Please
bookmark this page so it
can be accessed for future configuration changes.
Administrator
The login prompt will appear.
The user name is root.
There is NO password by default.
If a password was specified on the previous step, then type that password in the ‘Password’ field. Press the button when finished.
OK
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Refer to the User Manual for detailed explanations of each menu and their settings. The User Manual is located on the LinkNavigaor CD-ROM.
Please not that Pcast media server option can only be used in conjunction with a Buffalo LinkTheater. To continue setup, click on the you to setup some important settings.
Then click on the LinkStation Name Setup link.
Basic settings button. This will allow
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LinkStation Configuration
The LinkStation name will be required to access LinkStation. A friendly, easy name is recommended. Enter a suitable name in the LinkStation Name field. Feel free to use your first or last name, a description of
the data to be installed on LinkStation, or simply name it LinkStation. Enter a short description of LinkStation in theLinkStation Description field. Once completed, press the Apply button.
By default there are two shares on LinkStation. If you would like to create additional shares for specific users or specific types of data, then click on the Security tab. Then click on the Shared Folder Setuplink. From this configuration page you can add new shares or edit existing shares.Press the Add
a New Folder’ button to begin creating a new shared folder.
To begin setting up a new share, enter an appropriate share/folder name in the Shared Folder Name field. Enter a description of the share in the Shared
Folder Description’ field. It
is recommended to leave the remaining settings in their default state. Please refer to the User Manual on the
LinkNavigator CD-ROM before changing any of these settings. Press the Apply button when finished. Please repeat this step to create additional shares.
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Accessing LinkStation Data from a PC
Accessing LinkStation data is performed using the following steps:
Press the Start menu, select the Run... option. When the ‘Run’ dialog appears, please type \\LinkStation_Name (where LinkStation_Name is the ‘LinkStation Name’ set on
6). Press OK to continue.
for LinkStation, see the next step for more information. LinkStation can
be accessed by multiple computers simultaneously.
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LinkStation’s ‘Root Directory’ will appear. You will see all of the configured shares. All users can read and write to all folders. To setup security and password protection, please refer to the User Manual on the LinkNavigator CD-ROM. Also, please refer to the User Manual to setup the print server. A drive letter can also be mapped
From the previous step’s ‘Root Directory’ screen, use the pull down menu and click Tools and then select Map Network
Drive. The ‘Map Network
Drive’ program will run. Select
the drive letter you would like LinkStation to assume from the ‘Drive:’ pull down menu. Enter the \\LinkStation_Name\share_ name in the ‘Folder:’ field (where LinkStation_Name is the ‘LinkStation Name’
‘Shared Folder Name’ ‘Reconnect at logon’ box and press the Finish button.
Congratulations, LinkStation is setup. Please see the User Manual on the LinkNavigator CD-ROM for more help and configuration options.
both set on Page 6). Once complete, check the
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and share_name is the
Technical Specifications
LAN Standards: IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX; IEEE 802.3
10BASE-T
Transmission Types: 1000Mbps/100Mbps/10Mbps;
(1000BASE-T) 8B1Q4+PAM5
(100BASE-T) 4B5B+MLT-3
(10BASE-T) Manchester Coding
Access Media: CSMA /CD
Media Interface: RJ- 45
USB Standard: USB 2.0
Hi-Speed (HS)
Full-Speed (FS)
Low-Speed (LS)
USB Connector: USB A Connector (2)
Data Transmission Speed: Max: 480 Mbps (HS Mode)
Max: 12 Mbps (FS Mode)
Electric Current: 5.0V 1.5A, 12V 1.5A
Power Consumption: 17W Maximum
Dimensions: 2.4 x 6.94 x 7.4 in. (60 x 173.5 x 185 mm.)
Weight: 3.8 LB. (1.3 kg.)
Operating Temperature: 5-35 C; 20-80% non- condensing
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CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Technical Support
Buffalo Technology offers Technical Support between the hours of 9am-6pm (GMT) Monday to Thursday and 9am-4:30pm (GMT) Friday for this product. Customers in Europe can obtain Technical Support using the following information:
Online Help Available on the enclosed AirNavigator CD.Web www.buffalo-technology.comE-mail helpdesk@buffalo-technology.ieTelephone UK only: 08712 50 12 60
Elsewhere: +353 61 708 050
The constantly evolving state of wireless products and operating systems requires Buffalo Technology to occasionally release updated software to take advantage of new technologies and to comply with industry standards. For the most recent software, firmware, driver, and technical whitepaper releases available, please visit the Buffalo Technology website: www.buffalo-technology.com
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Warranty Statement
BUFFALO WARRANTY STATEMENT
Buffalo products come with a 2-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. Buffalo Technology warrants in good operating condition for the warranty period. This warranty does not include non-Buffalo Technology installed components. If the Buffalo product malfunctions during the warranty period, Buffalo Technology will, at its discretion, repair or replace the product at no charge, provided the product has not been subjected to misuse, abuse or non-Buffalo Technology authorized alterations, modifications or repairs. When returning a product, include your original proof of purchase. Return requests cannot be processed without proof of purchase. Shipment of returned product to Buffalo Technology is the responsibility of the purchaser. All expressed and implied warranties for the Buffalo product line including, but not limited to, the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the above period.
Under no circumstances shall Buffalo Technology be liable in any way to the user for damages, including any lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of, or inability to use, the Buffalo products.
Buffalo Technology reserves the right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity.
Important Notice
Please have your proof of purchase receipt to get warranty support. All defective products shall be returned with a copy of proof of purchase. In no event shall Buffalo Technology’s liability exceed the price paid for the product from direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of the product, its accompanying software, or its documentation. Buffalo Technology does not offer refunds for any product.
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