Cisco NMH, Linksys NMH300, Linksys NMH305, Linksys NMH405, Linksys NMH410 Quick Installation Manual
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Setup
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Tools
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Overview
I
The "Installation"section explains
computer
section explains
Hub.The "Tools" section describes different ways
Media Hub's features.
The pictures in the Quick Installation Guide show the Media Hub
(NMH400
the
Media Hub.
for
accesstothe
howtoset up additional computers for
Series);
however, the instructions also applytothe
Media Hub.The "SetupofAdditional Computers"
howtoinstall the Media Hub and set
accesstothe
to
take advantageofthe
NMH300 Series
Installation
OTE: One hard disk driveispre-installed.
Media Hub before installing a second hard disk drive.
A. Make sure the Media Hub
powered off.
is
You
should install
with
up
your
Media
LCD
the
of
Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM
into
your computer's
drive.The SetupWizard should
run automatically, and the video
should begin automatically.
does not, click
Run.
In
the field provided, enter
Start
D:\setup.exe (if liD"
your
CD-ROM
OTE: Windows or
to
run the software or program.
to
run in ordertocontinue.
B.
An introductoryvideo plays.
upper right cornerofthe screen.
drive).
CD-ROM
and then
is
If
the letter
other
To
it
of
personal firewalls may ask for permission
You
will needtoallowthe software
bypass the video, click
theXbuttoninthe
Media Hub
c.
The Welcome screen appears.
To
begin installation, click Start
Setup.
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Read
•
To
continue
the License Agreement.
accept this agreement and
with
the
installation,
select I accept this agreement.
Click Next.
E.
Connect one endofthe included
Ethernet networkcable
Ethernet
portofthe
Media Hub.
Click Next.
to
the
F.
Connect the
other
Ethernet network cabletoone
of
the local network ports on
router orgateway.
Click Next.
Media Hub
endofthe
the
G.
Connect the included power
adapter
Media Hub.
Click
to
Next.
the Power
portofthe
H. Plug
I. Please
the
power cord
electrical outlet.
Click
boots up. This may take a
minutes.
ext.
wait
while the Media Hub
into
an
few
J.
Create a passwordtoprotect
accesstothe
password must have 1-32
characters and may
numbers, letters,
(do
not
use any spaces).
Click
Next.
Media Hub.The
only
contain
or
punctuation
Media Hub
• Enter adescriptive name for
the Media Hub. (Examples:
or
HomeMedia
Medial)
Click Next.
L.
Please
Wizard configures
wait
while
the
Setup
the
Media Hub.
This may take afew minutes.
M.
The Setup Wizard
settingsofthe
atext file
desktop. ClickOK.
N.
To
set
up
accesstothe
Next.
saves
Media Hub in
on
your computer's
your
computer
Media Hub, click
the
for
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The drive letter will be used
identifythe media folderofthe
Media Hub on your computer
for convenient
default drive letter, or select a
different letter.
A shortcuttothe Media Hub will
be created on your computer's
desktop.
shortcut, deselect
to
the
Click Next.
P.
NTI
Shadowisa backup tool you
can
backup
Documents folder (named "Users"
in Windows Vista or"Documents
and Settings"in Windows
The default backup
created
up
filestothe
the
Media Hub.
If
desktop.
usetoautomatically create a
of
to
access.
you
do
your files located in the
run every hourtoback
\backup folder on
Keep
not wanta
Addashortcut
job
has
to
the
XP).
been
NTI
Shadow will be installed on
If
you
your computer.
wanttoinstall it, deselect
BackupTool
Next.
Click
OTE:
back up your computer.
now.
Refertothe"Tools"section for more information on
do
not
Install
how
to
Media Hub
Q. The Media
tool you can usetoautomatically
find, copy, and update media files
to
the
Media Hub.
Importerisan
\import
folder on
import
the
The Media
continually
folder(s) for any changes you
make
it
and
the Media Hub
changes or files.
To
find and copy all media in the Documents folder, select All Media. (The
folder
Windows
all music,
To
specify folders, select Select Folders. Then click Selecttospecify the
folders
Ifyou
to
files
Importer.
Importer
monitor
or
any
new
will automatically update
is
named"Users" in Windows Vista or"Documents and Settings" in
XP.)
Then select the typesofmedia files: Find all pictures, Find
and/or
that
will be automatically searched
do
not
wanttouse
the Media Hub later using your computer's file browser or
will
the
selected
files you add,
with
your latest
Find all videos.
the
import
for
media files.
tool now, select Manual.
You
can
the
copy
Media
Click
Next.
NOTE:
tray; refer
R.
Watch the videotolearn
to
take advantageofthe
Hub's features.
Click Next.
NOTE:
Hub
browser, use
Name and Password you set
up
Example:
You
To
through
during
http://mediahub
can
access
to
the
"Tools"section for more information.
access
the
the Media
your web
the
Friendly
Setup Wizard.
the Media Importer
how
Media
through
the
system
Media Hub
s.
The Media Hub
configured.
Its Media Browser will launch
automatically.
to
access
deselect
the
Access
has
If
you
Media Browser,
the
Browser now.
To
exitthe Setup Wizard, click
Finish.
been
do
Media
not
want
orE:
You
can register the Media Hub laterat
www.linksysbycisco.com/registration
The Media Browser requires Adobe
installed on yourcomputer, then you will be
the
it. Follow
on-screen instructions.
Flash
Player (version 9 or higher).Ifitisnot
(An
active Internet connectionisrequired.)
Congratulations! Installation of
Setup
To
set
up
Wizard and then click
A. Insert
into
drive.The Setup Wizard should
run automatically, and the video
should begin automatically. If
does not, click
Run. In
D:\setup.exe
your CD-ROM drive).
of
Additional Computers
additional computers for
ConnectComputers.
the
Setup Wizard
your computer's
Start
the
field provided, enter
(if"D"isthe letter
CD-ROM
CD-ROM
and then
accesstothe Media Hub, run the Setup
it
of
promptedtodownload and install
the
Media Hubiscomplete.
To
bypass
screen.
the
video, click the X
button
in the
upper
right
cornerofthe
Media Hub
• The Welcome screen appears.
set up your computerfor
to
the Media Hub, click Connect
Computers.
c.
Read
To
continue
select
the License Agreement.
accept this agreement and
with
the installation,
I accept this agreement.
Click Next.
To
access
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• The drive letter will be used
identifythe media folderofthe
Media Hub on your
for convenient
computer
access.
Keep
default drive letter, or select a
different letter.
A shortcuttothe Media Hub will
be created on your computer's
desktop.
shortcut, deselect
to
the
If
you
desktop.
do
not
want
Add a shortcut
Click Next.
to
the
a
Media Hub
E.
NTI
Shadowisa backup
can
usetoautomatically create a
backup
of
yourfi
les
located in
Documents folder (named "Users
in WindowsVista or"Documents
and Settings"in Windows
The default backup
to
created
up files
run every hourtoback
to
the \backup folder on
job
the Media Hub.
NTI
Shadow will be installed on your computer.Ifyou
it, deselect
Install BackupTool now.
Click Next.
tool
has
XP).
been
you
the
ll
do
not
wanttoinstall
NOTE:
back
F.
Media Importerisan
you can
Refertothe"ToolslIsection for more information on
up
your computer.
import
usetoautomaticallyfind,
copy, and update media files
the
\import
folder on
the
Media Hub. The Media Importer
will continually
monitor
selected folder(s) for any changes
or
you make
add.Then
update
any new files you
it
will automatically
the
Media Hub
with
latest changes or files.
To
find and copy all media in
Windows Vista
Media.Then select
music,
and/or
or"Documents and Settings"in Windows
the
typesofmedia files: Find all pictures, Find all
Find all videos.
the
tool
to
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XP),
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to
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All
To
specify folders, select Select Folders.Then click Selecttospecify
folders
If
you
files
to
that
will
do
not
wanttouse
the
Media Hub later using your computer's file browser or
Importer.
Click
Next.
OTE:
tray; refer
You
to
be
automatically searched for media files.
the
can
access
import
the Media
tool now, select Manual.
Importer
through
the"Tools" section for more information.
the
You
the
system
the
can copy
Media
Media Hub
G. Watch
to
take advantageofthe
Hub's featu
Click Next.
the
videotolearn
res.
how
Media
OlE:
Hub
browser,
Name and Password you set
up during the Setup Wizard.
Example:
H. The Media Hub
configured.
Its Media Browser will launch
automatically.
to
access
deselect
To
access
through
the Media Browser,
Access
your
use
the
http://mediahub
has
If
you
the
Browser now.
To
exit
the
Setup Wizard, click
Finish.
the
web
Friendly
been
do
not
Media
Media
want
OlE:
You
can register
the
Media Hub later at
www.linksysbycisco.com/registration
The Media Browser requires Adobe
installed on yourcomputer, then you will be promptedtodownload
it. Followthe on-screen instructions. (An active Internet connection
To
set
up
additional
instructions in
OlE:
Additional informationisavailable in
computers
this
section,
www.linksysbycisco.com/mediahub/ug
Flash
Player (version 9orhigher).Ifitisnot
for accesstothe
IIS
tup
e
each
computer.
of
Additional
Media Hub, follow
Computers'~
the
User Guide; visit
to
download
it.
and install
is
required.)
the
for
Media Hub
The Media Hub offers different waystotake advantageofits features.
Video Player
The Media Hub plays video content
install
Browser. Please note
differentvideo formats. Ifthe video format you
you may
computer and
your
wanttosearch the Internetfor a media player
Support
through
favorite media playertoenable video playback within the Media
that
media players have varying levelsofsupport for
support
the desired video formats. (Make sure you download
a browser plug-in. Download and
wanttoplayisnot
that
latest version.) Some suggested players include QuickTime,
Media Player.
For
more information about video support, visit
http://www.linksysbycisco.com/support.
Remote Access
t
Ifyou enable and set up the Remote
Access
Media Hub and its files over the Internet.
follow these instructions:
1.
In
your
web
browser, enter
http://<Friendly_Name>
(Example: http://mediahub)
To
service
set
,
then you
up
the Remote
supported,
can run on your
VLC,
and Windows
can
access
Access
the
service,
the
2.
Click
Configuration.
3.
Enter
the
password you created
admin). Click Submit.
4. Click
5.
6.
7.
the
Services tab.
For
the
Remote
Access
Select Enable Remote Access
Enter
the
Remote Device Name you
name can be differentfrom
8.
Click
Submit.
The Remote
minutes.
1.
Open
tlncludes
and are subject
Access
To
remotely
the
web
Remote Access service forone year
to
service will be available in approximately
access
browserofthe
change.Goto
during
the
Setup Wizard (the default
section, click Configure.
to
the
Media
Hub.
wanttoassigntothe
the
Media Hub's Friendly Name.)
the
Media Hub,
computer
from
www.linksysbycisco.com
follow
you are using.
dateofpurchase.
Media Hub. (This
twotofive
these instructions:
Fees
may apply thereafter
for
further
information.
is
Media
Hub
2.
3.
In
the Address field, enter http://www.ciscomediahub.com and
press
Enter
Enter.
the
Remote Device Nameofthe Media Hub, and then click Go.
orE:
or security warning screens may appear.
process for remote
4.
Enter
the
password you created during
admin). Click Submit.
Remote accesstothe
orE:
plug-ins you have installed on your home computer. Video playback
support
both
your
should be limited
a long
Media Server
Depending on
the
access,
web browser you are using, certificate
accept
the
the
Media Hubisnow
Playing video files over remote
over remote
home
timetoload and play.
access
connection and remote connection. Video playback
to
smaller video files,aslarger video files may take
depends on
To
continue
warnings.
Setup Wizard (the default
with
the login
established.
access
requires the same
the
broadband speeds
is
of
The Media Hub can stream media contenttoother
as
certified) devices, such
built-in media player.
Direct Connection
You
can
connect
so
you
can
access
memorycardsisalso supported by the NMH400 Seriesofthe
Option
You
Depending on the disk configuration you select, you can increase the storage
space or data protection
User
to
can
install a second hard disk drivetoenhance your useofthe Media Hub.
Guide; visit www.linksysbycisco.com/mediahub/ugtodownload it.
USB
the
Install a Second Hard Disk Drive
a digital media adapterora
of
USB
storage devicestothe
files on the
of
the Media Hub.
Storage Devices
USB
storage devices. (Direct connection
For
USB
UPnP
ports on
more information, refertothe
AV-enabled (or DLNA-
gaming
console
the
Media Hub,
Media Hub.)
with
of
a
Media Hub
Media
Importer
The Media
supports most popular formats, such
Importer
In
Hub.
updated on
Importeristhe
to
automaticallyfind, copy, and update media filestothe Media
the
future, any changes madeornew files added will be automatically
the
Media Hub.
import
tool
that
as
mp3, jpg, and
Access
Double-click
access
If
> All
the Media Importer.
you
do
Programs>
> Linksys
Media.
Importer.
the
not
see
Media
system tray icon
the icon,
go
to
Start
Cisco Media Hub
Importer>
Linksys
to
Options
The
Media Importeroffers the following options:
was automatically installed. It
mpg
files.
Use
the Media
Importer
Importer
Disconnected)
System Tray Icon (Active)
System Tray Icon (Offline or
Disconnect/Connect Connector disconnect
the
Media Hub from the Media
Importer.
Switch Media
Manage
Hub
Media
Switchtoadifferent Media Hub.
Importer
Select the folders you
want
to
copy
Media Hub.
Media
Importer
Status View the status
of
the file transfers
Media Hub.
NTI
Shadow
NTI
Shadowisthe
automatically copyyour documentstothe Media Hub for safekeeping.
(Ifyou chose
To
available.
Additional Computers':)
install
backup tool you installed
nottoinstall the backup tool, then
NTI
Shadow, refertothe previous section,"Setup
during
the
NTI
Shadow will
Setup Wizard.
not
of
Access
to
to
Useitto
be
the
the
Go
to
Start>
After you have accessed
for thefirst
appears. Double-clickthe icon
access
NTI
All
Programs>
ti
me,
the
Shadow.
Cisco Media
NTI
Shadow
system tray icon
to
Hub>
NTI
Shadow System Tray Icon
TI
Shadow.
Media Hub
Main Menu
The main menu appears.
The SetupWizard creates a default
backup
in
the
job
that
backs up specific files
Documents folder.
•
These files use
formats and extensions: .doc,
.ppt, .adb, .rtf, .xml, .htm, .html, .txt,
and .pst.
The backup files are saved
folder on
listed in
Create
the
the
Backup
the
following file
.xls,
.pdf,
to
the
\backup\<Computer_Name>\Documents
Media Hub and are organized
Modify
Backup Job section.
Job
Create Backup Job Click this option
of
on-screen instructions
the
User Guide; visit
Modify
All backup jobs, including
can change
you can back
Backup
the
Job
default backup
up
additional folders on yourcomputer.
the Job Wizard. (Additional informationisavailable in
www.linksysbycisco.com/mediahub/ug
the
default backup
job
created
by
date.This default backup
to
create a backupjob. Follow the
to
job,
are listed in this section.
by
the
SetupWizard; for example,
job
is
download it.)
You
NOTE:
For
more information
Copy and Paste
Use
Windows Explorer and
to
the
Media Hub. Copy and paste musictothe
Photos folder, and videostothe
Windows Access
1.
To
open Windows Explorer,
Windows
Explorer.
the
about
copy-and-paste
Videos folder.
go
to
Start>
NTI
Shadow, click Help.
functiontomanually copyfiles
Music folder, photostothe
Programs>
Accessories>
Media Hub
2.
During the Setup Wizard, you created a Friendly Name or device name for
the Media Hub.
In
the Address fieldofWindows
Explorer, enter the Friendly Name
of
the Media Hub:
\\<Friendly_Name> (Examples: \\mediahub)
3.
Press
Enter.
Instructions
Follow these guidelines:
• Copy files
music files at one time; do
same
• Copy music files
• Copy photo files
• Copy video files
File
transfers may take minutes or hours depending on file transfer speeds,
which will vary,
and the
number
to
Copy Med·a
of
a single file type together at one time.
Filestothe Media Hub
not
time.
to
the media\music folderofthe Media Hub.
to
the
media\photos folderofthe Media Hub.
to
the media\videos folderofthe Media Hub.
depending
and
sizeofthe selected files.
NOTE:The files you copy
of
the
users
Media Hub.
on networkconditions, including
For
example, copy
copy music, photo, and video files at the
useofwireless,
to
the Media Hub can be accessed by all
NOTE: Additional information aboutthe Media Hub
in the User Guide; visit
to
download
available in Windows Help.
•
is
available
www.linksysbycisco.com/mediahub/ug
it. Additional information aboutWindows Explorer
8112410NC-JL
Media Hub
is
Additional information or troubleshooting helpisavailable in the
to
www.linksysbycisco.com/mediahub/ug
by
phone or online.
download it. Additional supportisalso available
User
Guide; visit
24-HourTechnical Support
866-509-7452
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Media Hub
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Product Overview 1
Front Panel of the Media Hub with LCD (NMH400 Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Front Panel of the Media Hub (NMH300 Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Top Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Install a Second Hard Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Replace a Hard Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 3: Ways to Use the Media Hub 5
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Centralized Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Digital Media Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
On-Demand Backups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Automatic Backup of Computers
(Windows only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2: Getting Started 9
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Media Importer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
NTI Shadow (Windows only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Copy-and-Paste. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Chapter 4: Use of the Media Browser 18
How to Access the Media Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
How to Use the Media Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Videos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
File Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Chapter 6: Windows File Backup (Windows only) 33
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
NTI Shadow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Backup Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Chapter 5: Use of the LCD Menu 37
How to Navigate the LCD Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
How to Access the LCD Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
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Chapter 7: Advanced Conguration 41
How to Access the Configuration Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
AppendixA: Troubleshooting 51
Appendix B: Specications 55
Model NMH300 - Media Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Model NMH305 - Media Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Model NMH405 - Media Hub with LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Model NMH410 - Media Hub with LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Appendix C: Warranty Information 57
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Appendix D: Regulatory Information 59
FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Safety Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Industry Canada Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Appendix E: Software End User License Agreement 64
Cisco Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Software Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
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Chapter 1:
Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Linksys by Cisco Media Hub.
One Serial-ATA (SATA) hard disk is pre-installed (except for
the NMH300 model), and a second SATA hard drive bay is
available if you want to add more storage space. Use the
USB ports to add USB hard drives or connect USB flash
drives to access your portable files. (USB hard drives may
require external power supplies.) The Media Hub with LCD
(NMH400 Series) offers additional features, a LCD screen
with navigation pad and memory card slots.
The front panel features vary for the NMH400 and NMH300
Series. The back panel and top panel features are the same
for both series.
Front Panel of the Media Hub with LCD
(NMH400 Series)
Navigation Pad Use the navigation pad to
navigate the LCD menus. Press the up or down
OK
arrow to move up or down the menu choices.
Press the right arrow to move to a lower menu
level. Press the left arrow to move to a higher
menu level.
To select a menu choice, press the OK button.
Refer to the end of this chapter for more
information.
Power Button and LED (Blue/Red) To power
on the Media Hub, press the Power button.
To shut down the Media Hub, press and hold
the button until the Power LED starts flashing
(this may take more than three seconds). A
complete shutdown may take 10-15 seconds.
The Power LED flashes blue when the
Media Hub boots up, installs a disk, or shuts
down. It is solidly lit blue when the Media
Hub is ready for use. The LED flashes either
blue or red when there is an error. (Refer to
Appendix A: Troubleshooting, page 51.)
NOTE: If the Media Hub must be shut
down for a long period of time, Linksys
recommends that you disconnect the
power adapter from the Media Hub.
LCD Screen When the Media Hub is powered
on, the menu is displayed. Use it to initiate
backup jobs, display status information,
configure LCD screen settings, or power off the
Media Hub. Refer to Chapter 5: Use of the LCD
Menu, page 37 for more information.
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Slot Insert
the SD, MultiMediaCard (MMC), extreme Digital
(xD), or Memory Stick (MS) card to access its
files.
CompactFlash (CF) Memory Card Slot Insert
the CF memory card to access its files.
USB The USB port connects to a USB storage
device.
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Front Panel of the Media Hub (NMH300
Series)
Power Button and LED (Blue/Red) To power
on the Media Hub, press the Power button.
To shut down the Media Hub, press and hold
the button until the Power LED starts flashing
(this may take more than three seconds). A
complete shutdown may take 10-15 seconds.
The Power LED flashes blue when the
Media Hub boots up, installs a disk, or shuts
down. It is solidly lit blue when the Media
Hub is ready for use. The LED flashes either
blue or red when there is an error. (Refer to
Appendix A: Troubleshooting, page 51.)
NOTE: If the Media Hub must be shut
down for a long period of time, Linksys
recommends that you disconnect the
power adapter from the Media Hub.
USB The USB port connects to a USB storage
device.
Back Panel
Both series of the Media Hub share the same back panel.
DISK 1 (Blue/Red) The DISK 1 LED serves two
purposes. The LED is solidly lit blue when Disk 1
is ready for use. The LED is not lit when no disk
is detected.
DISK 2 (Blue/Red) The DISK 2 LED serves two
purposes. The LED is solidly lit blue when Disk 2
is ready for use. The LED is not lit when no disk
is detected.
Back Up Button To initiate backup jobs
specified by the backup software on your
computer(s), press the back up button.
NOTE: The back up button only
supports Windows computers
installed with the backup software.
NOTE: Your computer(s) must be
powered on for the jobs to run.
Air Vent The air vent allows air to circulate and
cool the Media Hub.
Media Hub
Media Hub
WARNING: Do not block the air
vent on the back of the Media Hub;
otherwise, overheating can occur.
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Security Slot The security slot is where you
can attach a lock to protect the Media Hub from
theft.
USB The USB port connects to a USB storage
device.
Ethernet The 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
port connects to an Ethernet network device,
such as a router or switch. The LED on the
left lights up green when there is a 100 Mbps
connection. It lights up orange when there is
a 1000 Mbps connection. It does not light up
when there is a 10 Mbps connection.
The amber LED on the right flashes when there
is network activity.
Reset To restore the factory default settings,
press and hold the Reset button for three
seconds. (User data on the hard disk(s) will not
be affected.)
Power The Power port connects to the included
power adapter.
NOTE: If the Media Hub must be shut
down for a long period of time, Linksys
recommends that you disconnect the
power adapter from the Media Hub.
Top Panel
Both series of the Media Hub share the same top panel.
The drive bay cover protects the drive bays. Disk 1, a SATA
hard disk, is pre-installed.
Install a Second Hard Disk
NOTE: If you plan to install a second disk
and mirror (RAID 1) these disks, then match
disk sizes for maximum disk use. For more
information about disk configuration options,
refer to Available Disk Configuration Actions,
page 45.
To install a second SATA hard disk, follow these
instructions:
1. To shut down the Media Hub, press and hold the Power
button until the Power LED starts flashing.
2. Disconnect the power adapter from the Power port.
3. Disconnect the Ethernet network cable from the
Ethernet port.
4. To release the drive bay cover, push the button on the
top panel.
5. To remove the empty drive bay, push together its clips
and pull out the drive bay.
6. Make sure the screw holes of the hard disk line up with
the screw holes of the drive bay. Then insert the hard
disk into the drive bay.
7. Use the four included screws to secure the hard disk
in its bay.
8. With the hard disk’s label facing the right side of the
Media Hub, slide the disk into the empty slot.
9. Push down on the hard disk to make sure the
connectors are securely seated.
10. Lower the cover, and push it down to secure it.
11. Connect the Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet
port.
12. Connect the power adapter to the Power port.
Button Push the button to open the drive
bay cover.
Media Hub
Replace a Hard Disk
WARNING: The replacement hard disk must be
blank with no partitions; otherwise, the Media
Hub cannot use it. (If you want to install a hard
disk that was previously used in a Windows
computer, refer to Before You Begin, page 53.)
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To replace a hard disk, follow these instructions:
1. To shut down the Media Hub, press and hold the Power
button until the Power LED starts flashing.
If this step does not shut down the Media Hub, then
proceed to step 2.
2. Disconnect the power adapter from the Power port.
3. Disconnect the Ethernet network cable from the
Ethernet port.
4. To release the drive bay cover, push the button on the
top panel.
5. To remove the hard disk you want to replace, push
together the clips of its drive bay, and then pull out
the drive bay.
6. Remove the hard disk from its drive bay.
7. To install the replacement hard disk, make sure the
screw holes of the hard disk line up with the screw
holes of the drive bay. Then insert the hard disk into
the drive bay.
8. Use the four included screws to secure the hard disk
in its bay.
9. With the hard disk’s label facing the right side of the
Media Hub, slide the drive bay back into its slot.
10. Push down on the hard disk to make sure the
connectors are securely seated.
11. Lower the cover, and push it down to secure it.
12. Connect the Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet
port.
13. Connect the power adapter to the Power port.
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Chapter 3: Ways to Use the
Media Hub
Overview
This chapter describes how you can use the Media Hub:
s centralized storage
s digital media sharing
s on-demand backups
s automatic backup of your computers
Centralized Storage
The Media Hub is designed to store and share files for your
network. Most people use Windows Explorer or the Finder
to manage the files of the Media Hub.
If the Remote Access service
Browser for remote access of the Media Hub. (FTP is another
option.) For more information about how to configure the
remote access settings, refer to Remote Access, page 47.
†
is enabled, then use the File
Local Access
Media files are typically stored on different computers
and other network devices throughout the house. You can
copy all of the media files to the Media Hub, so your media
content is stored in one location for convenient access.
Plus you have backup copies of your media files.
The Media Hub offers three ways to help you copy files to
the Media Hub:
s the Media Importer
s NTI Shadow (Windows only)
s the Copy-and-Paste feature
For more information, refer to Chapter 2: Getting Started,
page 9.
Remote Access
If you enable and set up the Remote Access service,
you can use the Media Hub over the Internet. For more
information about how to configure the remote access
settings, refer to Remote Access, page 47. Use the
File Browser to add, copy, move, or delete files. Refer to
File Browser, page 29.
Wireless Broadband
Router
Internet
Media Hub
Automatic or
on-demand backups
Watch videos on your
big-screen TV or listen to music
on your home entertainment
sound system
Remotely access your
media and data files
over the Internet
View pictures on
any computer
Digital Media Adapter
†A period of Remote Access is included from date of activation.
Fees may apply thereafter and are subject to change. Go to
www.linksysbycisco.com for further information and details of terms
and conditions applicable to the Remote Access service.
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Digital Media Sharing
The Media Hub automatically indexes the digital media
files it stores, so you can use a web browser to access them
through the Media Browser.
Media Browser
Media Browser
After you have copied media files to the Media Hub,
use the Media Browser screen to access your home
entertainment:
s Play music
UPnP AV Media Server
If you have UPnP AV-enabled (or DLNA-certified) devices
in your home, then you can use the Media Hub as a media
server. (This service is enabled by default—no special
setup required.) Such devices include digital media
adapters and other devices, such as a gaming console
with a built-in media player or digital picture frame.
For example, if you have a digital media adapter that sends
content to your entertainment system, then the digital
media adapter can locate the Media Hub using the UPnP
AV standard. Media content on the Media Hub can then
be accessed and played by the digital media adapter.
By default, the Media Hub automatically indexes the
digital media files it stores. You have the option of indexing
media files on your local network. If you use this option,
the Media Hub scans its local content and any media
content stored in UPnP AV-compatible servers connected
to the local network. Refer to Media Server, page 49.
iTunes Server
If you use iTunes, then you can use the Media Hub as a
centralized location for your iTunes library. (This service
is enabled by default—no special setup required.) Open
iTunes on any of the computers on your network, and play
any music file on the Media Hub.
s View photos
s Watch videos
s Manage media files
The Media Browser also lets you access devices directly
connected to the Media Hub.
USB Storage Devices
Both models of the Media Hub support USB storage
devices.
You can connect USB storage devices to the USB ports at
any time. All folders and files on these devices are available
while the USB storage devices are connected to the Media
Hub. Refer to Copy-and-Paste, page 12.
Memory Cards
Only the Media Hub with LCD (NMH400 Series) supports
direct connection of memory cards. All folders and files
on these cards are available while the memory cards are
inserted into the Media Hub. Refer to Copy-and-Paste,
page 12.
Local Access
NOTE: In iTunes, the Media Hub is displayed in
the Shared section. If it is not displayed, enable
iTunes to look for shared libraries. Go to Edit >
Preferences > Sharing. Select Look for shared
libraries. Click OK.
Remote Access
If you enable and set up the Remote Access service,
you can use the Media Hub over the Internet. For more
information about how to configure the remote access
settings, refer to Remote Access, page 47.
With the Remote Access service, you can access media
files through the Media Browser. Use the File Browser to
add, copy, move, or delete files. Refer to File Browser,
page 29.
Here are a few examples of remote access:
View Pictures Remotely
You want to share pictures from your recent trip, but you
forgot to bring the memory card you used. This is not a
problem since you have set up your Media Hub for remote
access.
You can access the Media Browser screen from any
computer using a web browser. For more information,
refer to Chapter 4: Use of the Media Browser, page 18.
Media Hub
1. On your friends’ computer, open the web browser.
2. Go to http://www.ciscomediahub.com.
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3. Enter the remote device name of your Media Hub, and
then click Go.
4. Enter the administrative or Guest Password. (The
administrative Password allows full access to the Media
Hub; the Guest Password allows access restricted to
the media content of the Media Hub and is set up
through the Configuration utility). Click Submit.
5. On the Media Browser screen, click Photos. Navigate to
the trip pictures.
Now you can view a slideshow of your trip pictures.
Download Videos Remotely
You want to share videos from your recent trip, but they
are stored on your Media Hub. Fortunately, you can access
your Media Hub over the Internet.
1. On your friends’ computer, open the web browser.
2. Go to http://www.ciscomediahub.com.
3. Enter the remote device name of your Media Hub, and
then click Go.
4. Enter the administrative or Guest Password. (The
administrative Password allows full access to the Media
Hub; the Guest Password allows access restricted to
the media content of the Media Hub and is set up
through the Configuration utility). Click Submit.
5. On the Media Browser screen, click File Browser.
6. Navigate to the trip videos. Then click the Download
to PC option
Now you can download the videos to your friends’
computer.
NOTE: Playing video files over remote access
requires the same plug-ins you have installed on
your home computer. Video playback support
over remote access depends on the broadband
speeds of both your home connection and
remote connection. Video playback should be
limited to smaller video files, as larger video
files may take a long time to load and play.
.
NOTE: The Media Hub plays video content
through a browser plug-in. Download and
install your favorite media player to enable
video playback within the Media Browser.
Please note that media players have varying
levels of support for different video formats.
If the video format you want to play is not
supported, you may want to search the
Internet for a media player that can run on
your computer and support the desired video
formats. (Make sure you download the latest
version.) Some suggested players include
QuickTime, VLC, and Windows Media Player.
For more information about video support, visit
http://www.linksysbycisco.com/support.
Upload Pictures Remotely
Your relatives have pictures from a recent family reunion.
The pictures are too large in size to send to your home
e-mail address, so you decide to upload them to your
Media Hub.
1. On your relatives’ computer, open the web browser.
2. Go to http://www.ciscomediahub.com.
3. Enter the remote device name of your Media Hub, and
then click Go.
4. Enter the administrative or Guest Password. (The
administrative Password allows full access to the Media
Hub; the Guest Password allows access restricted to
the media content of the Media Hub and is set up
through the Configuration utility). Click Submit.
5. On the Media Browser screen, click File Browser. Then
click the Upload to Media Hub option
Now you can upload the photos to your Media Hub.
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Setup of Remote Access Feature
When you enable and set up the remote access feature,
keep the following in mind:
Media Hub
s Every Media Hub has a unique Remote Device Name. If
the name you want to use is already taken, then try an
alternate name for your Media Hub.
s For remote access, open your web browser. Go to
http://www.ciscomediahub.com. When prompted,
enter the Remote Device Name and administrative or
Guest Password of your Media Hub.
For more information, refer to Remote Access, page 47.
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On-Demand Backups
Computers (Windows only)
NTI Shadow is the backup software you installed during
the Setup Wizard. During installation, the Setup Wizard
creates a default backup job with the “On Demand” option
selected. (The default backup job also runs automatically.)
If you have backup jobs with the “On Demand” option
selected, then you can use the on-demand backup
feature of the Media Hub; for more information, refer to
NTI Shadow, page 33.
NOTE: Your computer(s) must be powered on
for the jobs to run.
For the Media Hub (NMH300 Series), you can press the
back up button on the front panel to initiate backup jobs.
For the Media Hub with LCD (NMH400 Series), you can use
the LCD menu to initiate backup jobs; refer to Backup,
page 37.
USB Storage Devices
(The default backup job also enables the “On Demand”
option.)
Default Backup Job
The Setup Wizard creates a default backup job that backs
up specific files in the My Documents folder.
These files include the following file types: document
(.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .pdf, .ppt, .txt, .htm, etc.) and .pptx.
The backup files are saved to the \backup\<Computer_
Name>\Documents folder on the Media Hub and are
organized by date. You can change the default backup job
created by the Setup Wizard; for example, you can back up
additional folders on your computer.
Additional Backup Jobs
You can set up additional, automatic backup jobs. For
instructions, refer to Create Backup Job, page 33.
Both models of the Media Hub support direct connection
of USB storage devices. You can use the Media Browser to
import media files; refer to Devices, page 20.
When you connect a USB storage device to the Media Hub
with LCD (NMH400 Series), the LCD menu will ask if you
want to import media files; click the OK button to confirm.
You can also use Windows Explorer or the Finder to access
the USB storage device. Then you can copy files to the
Media Hub. Refer to Copy-and-Paste, page 12.
Memory Cards
Only the Media Hub with LCD (NMH400 Series) supports
direct connection of memory cards.
When you insert a memory card, the LCD menu will ask
if you want to import media files; click the OK button to
confirm.
You can use the Media Browser to import media files; refer
to Devices, page 20.
Windows Explorer or the Finder is another alternative; use
it to access the memory card. Then you can copy files to
the Media Hub. Refer to Copy-and-Paste, page 12.
Automatic Backup of Computers
(Windows only)
NTI Shadow is the backup software you installed during
the Setup Wizard. During installation, the Setup Wizard
creates a default backup job, which runs automatically.
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