LevelOne GNS-8000B User Manual
LevelOne
GNS-8000B
4-bay Sata NAS w/2 Gigabit Ethernet
User`s Manual
Ver 1.00-0512
CUSTOMER SERVICE
To obtain service or technical support for your system, please refer to the
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Trademarks
GNS-8000B and LevelOne® are trademarks of Digital Data Communications Asia
Co., Ltd.
Microsoft®, Windows® and Internet Explorer® are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Inc. Novell® and NetWare® are registered trademarks of Novell Inc.
Apple® and Macintosh® are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.
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CAUTION
Please be aware of the danger causing explosion if battery is replaced incorrectly.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instruction.
CAUTION
1. Back up your system periodically to avoid any potential data loss. LevelOne
disclaims any responsibility of all sorts of data loss or recovery.
2. Should you return any components of GNS-8000B Server package for
refund or maintenance, make sure they are carefully packed for shipping.
Any form of damages due to improper packaging will not be compensated.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1
1.1 Introduction...................................................................................6
1.2 Package Contents ...........................................................................6
1.3 System Overview ...........................................................................7
Chapter 2 Install GNS-8000B ...............................................................8
2.1 Install Hard Disk.............................................................................8
2.2 Hard Disk Recommendation List......................................................12
2.3 Connect GNS-8000B to Office Network ............................................ 13
Chapter 3 Use LCD Panel .................................................................... 15
Chapter 4 Quick Install Wizard...........................................................19
Chapter 5 Start to Enjoy the Services of GNS-8000B ..........................26
5.1 File Server................................................................................... 26
5.2 FTP Server .................................................................................. 26
5.3 Backup Server .............................................................................27
Chapter 6 Administer GNS-8000B.......................................................28
Overview of GNS-8000B ....................................................... 6
6.1 Access Administration Page ............................................................ 29
6.2 Server Administration....................................................................31
6.3 Quick Configuration ....................................................... 32
6.4 System Settings ............................................................ 38
6.4.1 Server Name........................................................................... 38
6.4.2 Date & Time ........................................................................... 39
6.4.3 Language Setting .................................................................... 41
6.4.4 View System Settings............................................................... 41
6.5 Network Settings .......................................................... 42
6.5.1 TCP/ IP Configuration............................................................... 42
6.5.2 Microsoft Networking................................................................ 48
6.5.3 Apple Network......................................................................... 50
6.5.4 Linux (NFS) Service ................................................................. 50
6.5.5 Web File Manager .................................................................... 51
6.5.6 FTP Service............................................................................. 51
6.5.7 View Network Settings ............................................................. 52
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6.6
Disk Configuration ......................................................... 54
6.6.1 Create Disk Volume .................................................................54
6.6.2 Delete Disk Volume.................................................................. 56
6.6.3 Examine Disk Volume............................................................... 57
6.6.4 Format Disk Volume................................................................. 58
6.6.5 View Disk & Volume Status ....................................................... 58
6.7 User Management ......................................................... 59
6.7.1 Users ..................................................................................... 59
6.7.2 User Groups............................................................................ 61
6.7.3 Quota .................................................................................... 66
6.8 Network Share Management ...........................................68
6.8.1 Create ................................................................................... 69
6.8.2 Property ................................................................................. 70
6.8.3 Access Control ........................................................................ 70
6.8.4 Delete.................................................................................... 71
6.9 System Tools ................................................................ 72
6.9.1 SNMP Settings ........................................................................ 72
6.9.2 Alert Notification...................................................................... 73
6.9.3 Restart/ Shutdown................................................................... 73
6.9.4 Hardware Settings ................................................................... 74
6.9.5 UPS ....................................................................................... 75
6.9.6 System Update........................................................................ 77
6.9.7 Change Logo........................................................................... 79
6.9.8 Tape Backup ........................................................................... 80
6.9.9 Remote Replication .................................................................. 83
6.9.10 Backup/ Restore/ Reset Settings................................................ 86
6.9.11 USB CD/ DVD Backup/ Restore .................................................. 87
6.10 Statistics & Logs ........................................................... 91
6.10.1 Active Users............................................................................ 91
6.10.2 Event Logs ............................................................................. 91
6.10.3 DHCP Logs.............................................................................. 91
Chapter 7 Access GNS-8000B ............................................................. 92
7.1 By Microsoft Windows ...................................................................92
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By Apple MAC OS ......................................................................... 94
7.2
7.3 By Linux OS............................................................................... 100
7.4 By Web Browser......................................................................... 100
7.5 By File Transfer Protocol (FTP)...................................................... 101
Chapter 8 GNS-8000B Maintenance.................................................. 104
8.1 Restart/ Shut down Server........................................................... 104
8.2 Reset Administrator Password and Network Settings ........................ 105
8.3 Disk Failure or Malfunction ........................................................... 106
8.4 Power Outage or Abnormal Shutdown............................................ 106
Appendix A Web File Manager............................................................. 107
Appendix B Configuring AD Authentication .........................................112
Appendix C Messages of Hard Disk and Disk Configuration Status......122
Appendix D: Virus Scan ........................................................................124
Installing Virus Scan Agent ................................................................... 124
Enabling Virus Scan Support ................................................................. 128
Viewing Details of Infected Files ............................................................ 128
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Chapter 1 Overview of GNS-8000B
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing LevelOne GNS-8000B, 4-bay Sata NAS Server. This
product has the following key features:
• Simple installation, 5 minutes configuration and user-friendly management
interface for SMB users.
• High speed SATA HDD, supports hotswap, maximum capacity up to 2.0TB.
• Dual Gigabit ports for load balance, fail over and standalone settings.
• LCD panel for instant display of IP address and important system info; IP
settings can be configured directly without access to PC.
• Built-in virus-scanning mechanism. Supports instant online virus scanning to
protect data with an existing virus scanning server.
• Supports redundant power supply to increase system reliability.
• Provides various practical backup mechanisms.
Professional remote replication to remote NAS
USB 2.0 interface for CD/DVD data burning
SCSI interface for tape backup
Provides backup software for Windows users, instant and scheduled
backup can be performed without IT professional assistance
1.2 Package Contents
Your GNS-8000B package contains:
1. GNS-8000B Sata NAS Server
2. Power cord
3. CD-ROM (user manual, Quick Install Wizard and software inclusive)
4. Ethernet cable x 2
5. Mount kit x 6
6. Flat head screws x 16
7. Round head screws x 35
8. Hard disk lock x 4
1. GNS8000B
4. Hard disk
lock
7. Flat head
screw
2. Power cord
5. Ethernet
Cable
8. Round
head screw
3. CD-ROM
6. Mount kit
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1.3 System Overview
Front View
Rear View
LCD panel
LED indicators: Power,
Error, Network and Disk
ATX Redundant Power Supply
Enter button
Down button
Power buttonReset button
Power connector
Power Rear View
SCSI connecter
(For tape device)
Power Light
USB ports
Error Light
Error Alarm
Giga
LAN 1
Giga
LAN 2
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Chapter 2 Install GNS-8000B
2.1 Install Hard Disk
To install hard disks to GNS-8000B, please make sure you have the following
items in place.
GNS-8000B
3.5” SATA hard disk (optional)
HDD tray x 4
(included in GNS-8000B)
Flat head screw
(included in GNS-8000B)
Hard disk lock
Screw driver (not included)
Round head screws
(included in GNS8000B)
Mount kit (included
in GNS-8000B)
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Hard Disk Installation Procedure
It is highly recommended that you install disks of the same brand and
same size on GNS-8000B. The server may function improperly if disks of
different brands and size are installed. Please refer to Chapter 2.2 for hard
disk recommendation list.
1. Push the side locks in the front of GNS-8000B and then pull forwards to open
the front panel.
Push Push
Open front panel
2. Unlock the disk tray with hard disk lock and take out the hard disk tray.
Take out the
disk tray
Unlock
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3. Place a hard disk in a hard disk tray.
Tray f ron t
4. Turn over the disk tray. Make sure the disk holes match the holes at the base
of the tray. Fasten the disk with four flat head screws.
Front
Base
Back
5. Insert the hard disk tray to GNS-8000B. Then lock the tray with the hard disk
lock. (You can install 4 disks at maximum.)
HDD4
Insert the disk tray
HDD3
HDD2
Close the front panel
HDD1
6. When finished, close the front panel of GNS-8000B. Note that all disks should
be inserted in order from left to right (HDD1~HDD4).
Note: You can install 1~4 hard disks depending on the type of disk
configuration you select for GNS-8000B. If less than 4 disks are installed
and the server is turned on, the system will beep continuously. In such
case, please go to Hardware Settings in System Tools (refer to Chapter
6.9.4) and disable the buzzer. You can then continue to use GNS-8000B.
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Install Rackmount Kit
Please follow the steps below to install the rackmount kit of GNS-8000B.
1. Attach brackets (a) to both sides of GNS-8000B in the front.
2. Lock the brackets (b) to GNS-8000B. Then attach and fasten z-shape
brackets (c).
3. Push GNS-8000B into the rack.
4. Fasten the screws to fix the position of GNS-8000B.
Important Notice: Please back up your disk data periodically to avoid data
loss due to improper operation or disk failure of GNS-8000B. LEVELONE is not
responsible for any data loss or recovery.
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2.2 Hard Disk Recommendation List
The following HDD models are verified by LEVELONE that are compatible with
GNS-8000B. It is recommended to use the same brand and same size listed here
for GNS-8000B if more than one hard disk is installed. Other HDD brands that
are not tested by LEVELONE may or may not work properly with GNS-8000B. For
more updated hard disk recommendation list, please visit LEVELONE website at
http://www.Level1.com
LEVELONE disclaims any responsibility for product damage/
malfunction or data loss/ recovery due to misuse or improper
installation of hard disks in any occasions for any reasons.
Brand Model Name Interface
Seagate
Barracuda 7200.9
SATA NCQ
Barracuda 7200.8
SATA NCQ
Barracuda 7200.8
SATA NCQ
Barracuda 7200.8
SATA NCQ
Barracuda 7200.7
SATA NCQ
Barracuda 7200.7
SATA NCQ
DiamondMax 10
SATAⅡ 3.0Gb/s
SATA 1.5Gb/s 400 7200 8
SATA 1.5Gb/s 300 7200 8
SATA 1.5Gb/s 250 7200 8
SATA 1.5Gb/s 160 7200 8
SATA 1.5Gb/s 120 7200 8
SATAⅡ 150Mb/s
Capacity
(GB)
500 7200 16
300 7200 16
Rotational
Speed
(RPM)
Buffer
Size
(MB)
Maxtor
Hitachi Deskstar 7K250
Western
Digital
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MaXLine Plus II SATA 150Mb/s 250 7200 8
DiamondMax 10
DiamondMax 10 SATA 150Mb/s 120 7200 8
WD Caviar® SE
Serial ATA
SATAⅡ 150Mb/s
SATA 1.5Gb/s
SATA 1.5Gb/s
200 7200 8
250 7200 8
160 7200 8
2.3 Connect GNS-8000B to Office Network
When connecting GNS-8000B to office network: 1. It is recommended to install
GNS-8000B in LAN with DHCP server. 2. You can use any PC in the same subnet
to connect to the server by IE browser. 3. You may also connect a CD/DVD
burner to GNS-8000B for data backup and restore.
Tape drive
Connect tape drive and/or
CD/DVD burner to GNS-
8000B for backup function.
To access the server,
connect PC to the
same subnet of GNS-
8000B.
Laptop #1
2
PC #1
SCSI
Laptop #2
3
USB
CD/ DVD burner
1
Switch/ hub/ router
Mac#1
Connect a switch/
hub/ router to GNS-
8000B, which is a
DHCP server.
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To install GNS-8000B in office network, please follow the steps: a, b, c, d, e
below.
a. Connect Gigabit port LAN 1 or
#
LAN 2
router by a network cable.
to a switch/ hub/
d. Connect the power
cord and plug in the
other end of the cord
to power outlet.
#
To use fail over or load balance function, please connect both LAN 1 and LAN
2 to switch/ hub/ router. For further details, please refer to Chapter
* Optional step. You can skip this step if you are not using CD/DVD
backup/restore or tape backup service.
Note: To connect GNS-8000B to a PC, please use a network cable to
connect the PC to LAN 1 or LAN 2 of GNS-8000B. For further details
about accessing GNS-8000B, please refer to Chapter 6.
c. Connect tape drive
to the SCSI connector
for tape back up
service*.
b. Connect CD/DVD
burner *.
e. Turn on t h e
server.
6.5.1.
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Chapter 3 Use LCD Panel
When GNS-8000B is turned on, the server name, IP address, date, and time will
be shown.
Server name
Powe
Erro
Network
Hard disk
Check System Information
1. Press Down button to view disk information, i.e. number of disks and disk
size. Note that the disk size displayed is the total size of all installed disks
but may not be the actual disk size you can use. If you configure the disks
as RAID 1 disk volume, the actual disk size you can use is smaller than the
displayed disk size on the panel.
DISK NUMBER: 4
SIZE: 457884 MB
GNS-8000B 12/01
10.8.10.49 02:22
IP address
Date
Time
Enter button
Down button
2. Press Down button again to view system temperature and system fan speed.
SYS TEMP: 25o C
SYS FAN: 5400 RPM
3. Press Down button again to view CPU temperature and CPU fan speed.
CPU TEMP: 28o C
CPU FAN: 3000 RPM
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4. Press Down button again to view model number and version information.
NAS001122
1.0.0 (1118)
System Setting Function
1. Press Enter button for two seconds to enter configuration page.
NAS001122
1.0.0 (1118)
2. Press Down button to select an item: NETWORK SETTINGS, POWER DOWN,
REBOOT SYSTEM, and EXIT.
PRESS 2 SECONDS
FOR CONFIG. PAGE
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Network Settings
Enter NETWORK SETTINGS configuration page and press Down button to select
one of the following options.
• DHCP
DHCP will obtain IP address automatically.
• STATIC IP
Press Enter button to select STATIC IP. Then configure the IP address.
i. SET STATIC IP
Press Down button to enter 0~255 and press Enter button to set the next
number for the IP address.
ii. SET NETMASK
Follow the above procedure to set the netmask address.
iii. SET GATEWAY
Follow the above procedure to set the gateway address.
iv. SELECT STATIC IP
Press Down button to select YES or NO. When YES is selected, you will
be asked to restart the system.
• EXIT
To return to the previous menu.
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POWER DOWN
Press Down button to select POWER DOWN and press Enter button to confirm
shutting down GNS-8000B.
SELECT:
2. POWER DOWN
REBOOT SYSTEM
Press Down button to select REBOOT SYSTEM and press Enter button to confirm
restarting the system.
SELECT:
3. REBOOT SYSTEM
Exit Configuration Page (EXIT)
Press Enter button and select EXIT, then press the button again to confirm exiting
the configuration page.
SELECT:
4. EXIT
EXIT CONFIG PAGE
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Chapter 4 Quick Install Wizard
Quick Install Wizard enables you to search for all available GNS-8000B within the
local network, and view the server name, IP address, and workgroup etc. You
can also configure the disk name, date and time, etc. via Quick Install Wizard.
To use Quick Install Wizard, run GNS-8000B CD-ROM in your PC and install the
program.
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j
Run Quick Install wizard shortcut on the desktop, the following screen will be
shown.
Windows workgroup
Name of server IP address of server
oined by server
System version
Configure the
server name,
time and
network
settings
View the
details of
selected
server
Refresh the
search
results within
the network
Help
Exit the
program
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Operation
1. Configure GNS-8000B
Select a GNS-8000B displayed on Quick Install Wizard and click Configure.
Enter the administrator password.
Upon successful login, the following screen will appear. Enter the
configuration values and click OK.
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Set the name, date and time for
GNS-8000B. The length cannot
exceed 14 characters.
The system will obtain IP
address automatically.
To use fixed IP address for
connection, enter the IP
address, subnet mask and
gateway for the server.
For further configuration of the system, please login the administration page
of GNS-8000B via web browser.
Note: You may have to restart GNS-8000B after changing the network
configuration.
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2. View GNS-8000B details
Select a GNS-8000B available on Quick Install Wizard and click Details. The
following screen will be shown:
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.
3. Search for all available GNS-8000B again.
To refresh the search results, click Refresh to display all available servers
within the network.
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4. Help
If you have any enquiries about Quick Install Wizard when using the program,
you can click the Help button to view the help text.
5. Enter the homepage of GNS-8000B
Double click on GNS-8000B to enter the administration page.
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Chapter 5 Start to Enjoy the Services of GNS8000B
GNS-8000B provides the following powerful services and applications
5.1 File Server
You can make use of the following means to access and share the folders of GNS-
8000B easily:
a. By Quick Install Wizard: By the Map Drive function of Quick Install Wizard,
you can configure the share folders on GNS-8000B as a drive of your PC
quickly. For further information, please refer to
b. By samba: GNS-8000B supports Microsoft, MAC and Linux (NFS) OS for data
sharing to enable you to share data across different platforms, please refer
to Chapter
c. By Web File Manager: GNS-8000B provides a simple-to-use web
administration interface for you to access share folders, upload and
download files from GNS-8000B, please refer to Chapter
7.1- 7.3.
Chapter 4.
Appendix A.
5.2 FTP Server
GNS-8000B supports FTP file transfer. You can use the following methods to
access share files by FTP:
a. By IE browser or
b. By Web File Manager
For further information, please refer to Chapter
7.5.
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5.3 Backup Server
GNS-8000B provides versatile backup mechanisms to help you back up or restore
disk data completely to enhance more efficient and secure system management.
The backup/ restore applications are listed below:
a. Remote Replication
Remote replication is a built-in backup feature of GNS-8000B. You can set
up instant or scheduled backup to replicate the data of GNS-8000B to
another LEVELONE NAS server. Please refer to Chapter
b. USB CD/DVD Restore/ Backup
You can connect USB CD/DVD burner to the high speed USB 2.0 transfer
interface of GNS-8000B and enjoy data backup and restore functions to and
fro GNS-8000B and CD/DVD. Please refer to Chapter
c. Tape Backup
You can use tape backup function of GNS-8000B to perform backup and
restore jobs by a tape drive for secure data protection. Please refer to
Chapter 6.9.8.
6.9.9.
6.9.11.
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Chapter 6 Administer GNS-8000B
When you have installed GNS-8000B and connected it to the network or PC, you
can manage the server via web browser. It is recommended to use Microsoft
Internet Explorer 6.0 or above to access GNS-8000B.
GNS-8000B Network Configuration for the First Time of Use
By factory default, GNS-8000B will search the network via DHCP (Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol) to detect IP address settings automatically. If your
network does not support DHCP protocol, GNS-8000B will use the default settings
as below:
IP Address: 192.168.0.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
When GNS-8000B boots up, the LCD panel will display current IP address settings.
If your network does not support DHCP protocol, you must configure your GNS-
8000B to proper LAN settings before using it for the first time. If you are not
sure about the LAN settings, please contact your network administrator.
You can change the network settings of GNS-8000B by the following ways:
1. Use the LCD panel to change the network settings. For more information,
please refer to
2. Use Quick Install Wizard in the CD-ROM to change the network settings. For
more information, please refer to
Chapter 3. OR
Chapter 4.
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6.1 Access Administration Page
You can access GNS-8000B administration page by the following means:
3. Launch the web browser. Enter the IP address of GNS-8000B to access the
administration page. You can check the IP address of GNS-8000B on the LCD
panel (see
4. Install and Quick Installation Wizard (see
in the network and double click the server name on the list.
Chapter 3). OR
Chapter 4). Search for GNS-8000B
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5. When the administration page is shown, click Administration.
6. Enter the user name and password to login.
Default user name: administrator
Password: admin
The first time you login GNS-8000B, Quick Configuration page will be shown.
Please refer to
To connect GNS-8000B by MAC, open a web browser in MAC and enter the IP
address of GNS-8000B. Login the server and continue the software
configuration. Please use the built-in browser in MAC-Safari for browsing.
6.3 Quick Configuration for more details.
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