Freecom Network Storage Center User Manual
USER MANUAL
NETWORK STORAGE CENTER
NETWORK MEDIA CENTER
EX TERNAL NETWORK HARD DRIVE / 3.5" / LAN
Rev. 924
Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center
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Dear user,
Thank you for selecting the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center.
The Freecom Network Center offers easy-to use Network Storage possibilities. To ensure
you get the best performance and ease of operation, please read this manual carefully
before using the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center. In addition to
the Freecom Network Center, the Freecom Network Media Center offers the possibilities
to use the device as UPnP Media Server and Torrent Download Client.
Freecom Network Center users can upgrade their device to Freecom Network Media
Center functionality by purchasing a product key online at http://www.freecom.com.
reecom Technologies GmbH • Germany
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www.freecom.com
Contents of the box
Please check the contents of the box to ensure it contains the following items:
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Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center
• Power adapter & power cord
• LAN connection cable
• 2 rubber footstands for positioning the drive upright
• Manual, safety manual and application software on CD
• Quick Install Guide
Need assistance? Have questions?
In case you have a question about the use of this product, need information about other
Freecom products or need technical assistance, please contact the Freecom Service Center
for your country. See www.freecom.com for details.
Freecom offers free unlimited helpdesk support.
Warning !
All rights reserved. The products named in this manual are only used for identification
purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.
This device was designed for home or office use.
This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class B.
Freecom cannot be made liable for any damages, loss of data or damage following
thereof -whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits,
business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out
of the use of or inability to use this Freecom product, even if Freecom has been advised
of the possibility of such damages.
We reserve the right to upgrade our products in keeping with technological advances.
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Table of Contents
User's Guide
General Information
System requirements ..................................................................................................Page 4
Precautionary measures ............................................................................................ Page 5
Freecom Network Storage Center /
Network Media Center Setup Overview ..............................................................Page 6
Chapter 1:
Hardware Installation ......................................................................................................... Page 7
Chapter 2:
Computer Configuration...................................................................................................Page 10
Chapter 3:
Installation of the application software ...................................................................... Page 16
Chapter 4:
Accessing the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center ..................... Page 18
Chapter 5:
Configuration of the Freecom Network Storage Center /
Network Media Center ....................................................................................................... P
age 22
Chapter 6:
Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Functions .. .......................... Page 26
Chapter 7:
The Freecom Network Storage Assistant .. ................................................................. Page 45
© 2009 Freecom Technologies
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General Information
Your system needs to meet the following hardware and software requirements for the
device to function properly.
System requirements
To use the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center, you will require
the following components:
PC:
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Intel Pentium III / AMD Duron 900 MHz or higher
• 256 MB RAM (Vista: 512 MB RAM) or higher
• LAN (1000Base-T full duplex connection recommended)
• CD-ROM drive
• Internet connection for online warranty registration, software updates and downloads
• Operating system: Windows XP, Windows Vista
Mac:
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PowerPC G3/G4/G5, Power Book G3/G4 or Intel Mac
• 256 MB RAM or higher
• LAN (1000Base-T full duplex connection recommended)
• CD-ROM drive
• Internet connection for online warranty registration, software updates and downloads
• Operating system: Mac OS X v10.4 or higher
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General Information
Precautionary measures
To ensure that your Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center functions
properly, please take note of the following precautions. If these are not followed, you
may void your warranty and damage the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network
Media Center.
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Do not drop the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center or expose
it to other kinds of sudden mechanical shocks as this may result in data loss and
damage to the Network Storage Center / Network Media Center.
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Do not use the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center when the
ambient temperature is below 10°C or above 35°C.
If the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center is moved from a
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cool environment to a warmer environment, please allow the drive to acclimatize
to the ambient temperature before operating the device. Failing to do so may lead
to condensation within the drive enclosure, which in turn may cause the drive to
malfunction.
Do not place liquids or drinks on the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media
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Center. When liquids are spilled and get in contact with the electronics within the
drive enclosure, it will damage the drive and will cause the drive to malfunction.
Do not use the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center in a dusty
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environment. Dust inside the enclosure may damage the internal electronics and
result in drive malfunction.
Only use the power adapter that was supplied with the Freecom Network Storage
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Center / Network Media Center.
Opening the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center will void the
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warranty.
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Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center Setup Overview
PC
LAN (Ethernet)
Router
PC
PC
Notebook
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Hardware Installation
Chapter 1: Hardware Installation
1. Plug the LAN cable into the Freecom Network Storage
Center / Network Media Center.
2. Insert the power cord into the Freecom Network Storage
Center / Network Media Center and plug the power supply
into the socket.
3. Connect the other end of the LAN cable to a network
router.
Please note: Your router must be configured as DHCP
ser ver. See the manual of your router for further
information how to setup DHCP server function.
4. Switch on the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network
Media Center.
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1.1 LED Description
LED off: Device power is off
LED on: HD switched on
LED flashes: Data transfer
1.2 Power switch
Please turn the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center off when it is
not in use. This conserves electricity and extends the life of the device. The power switch
is located on the rear of the Freecom Network Storage Center / Network Media Center.
LAN
Power
Reset on/off
LED
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Hardware Installation
1.3 Reset button
The Reset button has different functions, depending on how long the button is
pressed:
Press "Reset" LED Status Action
button for
econds white LED blinking slowly Hardware will be resetted, all user
1 - 3 s
and networks settings will be kept
4 - 7 seconds white LED blinking fast Device is shut down
8 - 9 seconds white LED off No action, "Reset" button can
be released now without any
action to be done
10 - 15 seconds white LED blinking very fast Network settings are set to
factory default:
- IP address = DHCP
- Administrator password =
admin
- Host name = NetworkCenter
- Workgroup name =
WORKGROUP
Note: all user settings will be kept!
> 15 seconds white LED off No action, "Reset" button can
be released now without any
action to be done
1.4 Footstand
Use the two rubber foot stands that come with the device to place the Network Storage
Center / Network Media Center in upright position.
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Chapter 2: Computer Configuration
2.1 Check TCP/IP Settings in Windows XP
1. Open "Start" -> "Settings" -> "Control Panel".
2. Double-click on "Network Connections".
3. Right-click on your "Local Area Connection" and select "Properties".
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Using the LAN Mode
4. The following screen will appear. Select "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)" and click on the
"Properties" button.
5. In the "General" tab, select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS
server address automatically".
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2.2 Check TCP/IP Settings in Windows Vista
1. Open "Control Panel" -> "Network and Sharing Center".
. Click on "Manage network connections".
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Using the LAN Mode
3. Right-click on "Local Area Connection" and select "Properties".
4. In the "Networking" tab, select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" and click on
"Properties".
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5. In the "General" tab, select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS
server address automatically".
2.3 Check TCP/IP Settings in Mac OS X
1. Open "System Preferences" -> "Network".
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Using the LAN Mode
2. In the "TCP/IP" tab, select "Using DHCP" in the "Configure IPv4" settings.
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