Simpletech SIMPLESHARE NAS 1.1 User Manual
SIMPLESHARE NAS 1.1 USER’S GUIDE
NETWORK ATTACHED STORAGE DRIVE
Includes setup, file access, drive
management, and troubleshooting
information for your SimpleShare NAS
network drive
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The SimpleTech name, logo and design are registered trademarks, and SimpleShare and iShare are trademarks of SimpleTech, Inc. Other product and corporate names mentioned in this
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FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this device void the user’s warranty.
EU Declaration of Conformity
This equipment carries the CE marking in accordance with European Directives EN 50081-1:1992, EN 55022:1998, IEC .61000-3-2:2000, IEC .61000-3-3:1995, EN 55024:1998, IEC
61000-4-2:1995, IEC 61000-4-3:1995, IEC .61000-4-4:1995, IEC .61000-4-5:1995, IEC .61000-4-6:1996, IEC .61000-4-8:1993, IEC .61000-4-11:1994
Manufacturer Warranty
The SimpleShare NAS drive is warranted for a period of 3 years from the date of retail purchase. A full text version of the SimpleTech’s warranty policy is available online at www.simpletech.com/
warranty.
GPL Statement
Portions of the firmware used in the SimpleShare NAS drive use software licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). For information concerning the terms of the license, please visit
the FAQ section of our website at www.simpletech.com/support. To obtain a copy of our open source software, send your request to SimpleTech Technical Support. Go to www.simpletech.com/
support, click on Return Merchandise (RMA), and then select Need Technical Support.
CONTENTS
Getting Started
What You Should Have........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 1
About the NASFinder Quick Setup CD ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
About the Backup Application CD ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Upgrading from Retrospect Express ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
About SimpleShare Guides and Online Help.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
About This Guide.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Typographic Conventions ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Symbols and Notations ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Minimum System Requirements .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Windows PCs and Compatibles ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Macintosh Computers................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Installation Requirements ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Network................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Caring for Your SimpleShare Drive......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
General Precautions..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Cleaning Instructions ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Getting Help.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Technical Support From SimpleTech ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Installing Your Network Drive
Choosing a Location ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Taking a Visual Tour............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Front ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Back ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
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Installing Your Network Drive............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Handling Precautions....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Installing the Vertical Stands ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Connecting to the Network ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Connecting AC Power ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Using the Security Slot .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Powering SimpleShare On and Off...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Turning SimpleShare On.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Turning SimpleShare Off....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Restarting SimpleShare................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Restarting SimpleShare Using the Power Button..................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Restarting SimpleShare Using SimpleShare Administrator .................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Using External USB Drives ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Understanding External Drive Support .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
About Foreign Disk Support ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
About Blank Disk Support .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Connecting a USB Drive............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Safely Removing a USB Drive......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Networking a USB Printer ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Connecting a USB Printer...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Setting Up a USB Printer on a Windows PC ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Setting Up a USB Printer on a Macintosh Computer..................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Setting Up and Registering Your Drive
Setting Up SimpleShare for the First Time.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Setting Up SimpleShare Using a Windows PC...........................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Running NASFinder On a PC..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Running the Initial Setup Wizard On a PC ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................17
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Setting Up SimpleShare Using a Macintosh Computer.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Running NASFinder On a Mac ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................19
Running the Initial Setup Wizard On a Mac ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Registering Your SimpleShare NAS Drive ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Setting Up iShare for the First Time...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................24
Before You Begin .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................24
Running the Setup Wizard.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Accessing Shared Network Folders
Accessing SimpleShare Locally......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Accessing Folders Locally From a Windows PC ........................................................................................................................................................................................................25
Accessing Folders Using My Computer .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 25
Accessing Folders Using My Network Places.....................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Accessing Folders Using Internet Explorer ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Accessing Folders Locally From a Macintosh Computer ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Accessing Folders from the Desktop .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Accessing Folders Using Connect to Server ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Organizing Your Files Using ShareSorter .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29
Saving Files to the Organizer Folder ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................29
Accessing SimpleShare Remotely..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Viewing the iShareGallery Web Site...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Viewing the Contents of Directory Page..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Retrieving (Downloading) Files Over the Internet.......................................................................................................................................................................................................31
Saving Files to SimpleShare Over the Internet ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................32
Saving Files Back to SimpleShare ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................32
Uploading Files to SimpleShare..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................32
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Using SimpleShare Manager
About SimpleShare Manager .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................33
Launching SimpleShare Manager on a Windows PC.................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Launching SimpleShare Manager on a Macintosh Computer ....................................................................................................................................................................................34
Using SimpleShare Manager Utilities.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................36
Running the Initial Setup Wizard ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................36
Running the iShare Remote Access Setup Wizard ....................................................................................................................................................................................................39
Checking Network Status ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................46
Running the Create Share Wizard .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46
Share Security Management Wizard ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................49
Accessing SimpleShare Advanced Features (Advanced Setup)................................................................................................................................................................................51
Advanced Setup and Management
About SimpleShare Administrator ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Administration ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Changing Basic Setup Parameters.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Machine Name Setting ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Administration Username and Password Settings..............................................................................................................................................................................................54
Date and Time Settings.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Time Zone Setting ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Upgrading SimpleShare Firmware..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Restoring SimpleShare Default Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Performing a Basic Reset....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................57
Performing a Full Reset.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................57
Setting Up Alert Notification........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................57
Setting the Windows Workgroup Configuration ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................58
Changing the iShare Remote Access Configuration ..................................................................................................................................................................................................58
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Share Management ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................61
Setting Remote Access Rights ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................61
Setting System Level (Global) Remote Access Rights ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Setting Share Level Remote Access Rights.......................................................................................................................................................................................................61
Creating a Folder........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 61
Deleting a Folder ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 62
Renaming a Folder .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................62
Setting Folder Security ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
Creating the Organizer Special Function Folder ........................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Disk Management ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Viewing Disk Information ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Viewing Basic Disk Information...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................64
Viewing Disk Health Information ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
Running the Disk Self-Test Routine ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
Erasing (Wiping) a Disk ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Viewing Foreign Disk Information...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................66
Viewing Basic Foreign Disk Information .............................................................................................................................................................................................................66
Viewing Detailed Foreign Disk Information.........................................................................................................................................................................................................67
Setting Up Disk Power Management.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
Networking and Printers..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Changing the Network Configuration..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................68
Setting Networking Parameters .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Enabling Printer Services ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 69
Viewing Printer Status ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 70
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Appendix A - Remote Networking with iShare
Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
The Internet..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
What You Need to Know About IP Addresses.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Static Versus Dynamic IP Addressing ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Network Address Translation (NAT) .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Static and Dynamic NAT...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
What You Need to Know About the TCP Ports and Routers ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
TCP Ports .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Port Address Translation (PAT) ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
What You Need to Know About Port Forwarding................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
A Closer Look at Port Forwarding.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
What You Need to Know About Internet Domain Names ....................................................................................................................................................................................................5
The HTTP Prefix ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
The WWW Prefix ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Second Level Domains................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Domain Registration ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
What You Need to Know About ActiveX Controls................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Appendix B - Troubleshooting
Appendix C - Drive Specifications
Index
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GETTING STARTED
Congratulations on purchasing the SimpleShare NAS drive from SimpleTech.
SimpleShare NAS (Network Attached Storage) makes it possible for you to easily add
high-performance storage to your home or small business network. SimpleShare NAS is
ideal for sharing data files, music, digital photos, and videos with local and remote network
users. In addition, with SimpleShare NAS, everyone on the network has instant access to
extra storage.
Features of your SimpleShare NAS drive include:
• Easy setup wizard
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• Windows
and Mac OS® compatibility
• Remote access to SimpleShare NAS using iShare™
• ShareSorter (automated drag and drop file sorting)
• Integrated USB printer sharing
• HTML-based management utility
• 10/100Base-T Ethernet connectivity
• User and group level access security
• 500GB internal storage capacity
• Expandable storage capacity—add up to 1 Terabyte
• SMART drive monitoring
• Supports Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for automatic device discovery,
configuration and peer-to-peer data transfer over IP networks
WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE
The following items are included with SimpleShare.
SimpleShare NAS drive
12V AC power adapter
Vertical stand (2)
NASFinder Quick Setup CD
Backup Application CD
CAT5e Ethernet cable
SimpleShare User’s Guide (this guide)
SimpleShare Quick Start Guide
Warranty card
If any item is missing or damaged, contact your local reseller or
retailer for replacement. If you bought your SimpleShare NAS
drive directly from SimpleTech, contact SimpleTech Customer
Support.
Getting Started What You Should Have | 1
About the NASFinder Quick Setup CD
The NASFinder Quick Setup CD contains the NASFinder discovery utility, the
SimpleShare NAS User’s Guide and other reference materials to assist you in using your
SimpleShare NAS drive. The CD also contains the iShareGallery installation program.
The NASFinder program automatically loads when it is inserted into the CD-ROM drive
on your computer. The NASFinder Welcome screen provides access to the following
items on the disk:
• SimpleShare User’s Guide (this guide in PDF format)
• iShareGallery installation software
• SimpleShare online registration
• Frequently Asked Questions (PDF document)
• Publishing Photos on the Internet (PDF document)
• NASFinder discovery utility
About the Backup Application CD
The Backup Application CD contains your copy of EMC Insignia® Retrospect® Express
backup software. Retrospect Express is designed for home environments. It protects your
Windows or Macintosh desktop or notebook computer by allowing you to back up your
data to internal and external hard drives, and CD/DVDs. The Backup Application CD also
contains a printable copy of the Retrospect Express Quick Start guide in PDF format.
Upgrading from Retrospect Express
Retrospect Express users can extend protection to more than one computer and add tape
backup capabilities by upgrading to Retrospect 7 for Windows Professional edition or
Retrospect for Macintosh. To view Retrospect upgrade options, visit the Upgrade Matrix
on EMC Insignia’s Web site at www.emcinsignia.com.
ABOUT SIMPLESHARE GUIDES AND ONLINE HELP
• SimpleShare Quick Start Guide - Provides general instructions on installing and
setting up your SimpleShare NAS drive for the first time. It also contains
instructions on how to access the folders on your SimpleShare NAS drive from
Windows and Macintosh computers.
• SimpleShare User’s Guide - Provides detailed information about the
SimpleShare NAS drive, along with instructions on using SimpleShare Manager
and SimpleShare Administrator to configure and manage the drive. This guide
also includes instructions for installing and using Retrospect Express to backup
the data on your computer to SimpleShare.
• SimpleShare Administrator Online Help - Provides detailed online instructions
for configuring and managing your SimpleShare NAS drive.
• NASFinder Quick Setup Online Help - Provides instructions and tips on using
NASFinder to locate the SimpleShare NAS drive on your local network.
About This Guide
This guide contains safety, regulatory and warranty information, instructions for setting
up, accessing and managing your SimpleShare NAS drive, troubleshooting tips and
frequently asked questions (FAQs). To obtain the latest versions of the documents on
SimpleShare, visit the Support section on SimpleTech’s Web site at
www.simpletech.com/support.
The images and text in this guide may differ slightly from the on screen images and text
displayed in NASFinder and SimpleShare Administrator. These changes are minor and
should not affect the setup or use of the drive.
Typographic Conventions
The following conventions are used throughout this guide:
Bold Identifies menu, command and keyboard selections.
Currier Identifies screen text and values you enter.
Italics Identifies Web site URLs (Universal Resource Locators) and new or unique
terms.
2 | Getting Started About SimpleShare Guides and Online Help
Symbols and Notations
Symbols are used throughout this document to identify important supplemental
information that you should be aware of when using your SimpleShare NAS drive. This
information should be read carefully and fully understood to ensure the proper use of the
drive. The following symbols are used within this document.
WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in serious bodily
injury or death if the safety instruction is not observed.
CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in equipment or
property damage, equipment failure or loss of data if the safety instruction is not observed.
NOTE: This icon identifies information that relates to the proper operation of the equipment
or related items.
TIP: This icon identifies important information that helps you make better use of the
equipment or related items.
Macintosh Computers
• iMac®, G3, G4, G5 or iBook
• 256 MB RAM (or as required by Mac OS)
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• Mac OS
X (version 10.3 or later recommended)
• CD-ROM drive
• Safari™ (version 2.0 or later recommended)
• Available Ethernet port
• Internet connection to use iShare and download firmware updates
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
No drivers, special tools or equipment are required to install and setup your SimpleShare
NAS drive.
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
NETWORK
• TCP/IP-compliant network
Windows PCs and Compatibles
• Pentium® III-class, 500 MHz processor or equivalent
• 256 MB RAM (or as required by Windows)
• Windows
• CD-ROM drive
• Web browser (Microsoft
• Available Ethernet port
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2000, 2003 or XP
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Internet Explorer version 6.0 or later recommended)
• Web browser (PC Users: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later recommended;
Macintosh Users: Safari version 2.0 recommended)
• 10/100 TCP/IP-compliant network with DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol)
and DNS (Domain Name System) servers
• Network hub, switch or router (wired or wireless) with an available 10/100
Ethernet port
• File and printer sharing enabled on each computer that will access the
SimpleShare NAS drive
• Internet connection required to use iShare and download firmware updates
Getting Started Minimum System Requirements | 3
CARING FOR YOUR SIMPLESHARE DRIVE
The following guidelines are designed to help ensure your safety and protect your
SimpleShare NAS drive and working environment from potential damage.
The SimpleShare NAS drive does not contain any user service able parts. Except as described
in this document, do not attempt to service the SimpleShare NAS drive yourself. Such actions
will void your warranty.
General Precautions
These guidelines will help you avoid personal injury and damage to your drive.
• To help avoid the potential hazard of electrical shock:
– Plug the drive into a properly grounded electrical outlet. The power cable is
equipped with a 3-prong plug to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter
plugs or remove the grounding prong from the cable. If you must use an extension
cable, use a 3-wire cable with properly grounded plugs.
– Do not use your SimpleShare NAS drive during an electrical storm.
– Do not connect or disconnect any cable or perform maintenance or configuration
of this product during an electrical storm.
• To help avoid possible damage to the drive, wait 5 seconds after turning off the drive
before disconnecting it from the network.
• To avoid shorting the drive when disconnecting the network cable, unplug the cable
from the network connector on the back of the drive first, and then from the network
jack. When reconnecting a network cable to the drive, reverse the order—plug the
cable into the network jack first, and then into the network adapter on the drive.
• To help protect your drive from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical
power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner or uninterruptible power supply
(UPS).
• Ensure that nothing rests on your drive’s cables and that the cables are not located
where they can be stepped on or tripped over.
• Keep the drive away from radiators and other heat sources. Also, do not block the
drive’s cooling vents or place the drive in a enclosed cabinet.
• Avoid spilling food or liquids on the drive. If the drive gets wet, disconnect the power
source immediately.
Cleaning Instructions
Before you clean your drive, disconnect it from the electrical outlet. Clean the drive with a
polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain
flammable substances. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other
volatile liquids, since they may corrode the case.
GETTING HELP
This guide describes how to install and access the SimpleShare NAS drive in typical home
and small office/home office (SOHO) network environments. If you are unable find the
answer to your question in this guide, please refer to the other documents included on the
NASFinder Quick Setup CD. There’s a good chance that the information you need can be
found there. You should also refer to the online help provided with each SimpleShare
application.
After referring to these documents, if you need further assistance, you can go online or
call and speak with one of our technical support representatives.
Technical Support From SimpleTech
SimpleTech provides unlimited technical support for the SimpleShare NAS drive and any
third-party software included with the drive for the life of the product, Monday through
Friday from 6:30 am until 5:30 pm Pacific Standard Time. You can contact our Technical
Support team through our Web site, by email or by phone.
Email Response: Go to www.simpletech.com/support, click Return Merchandise
Online Chat: Go to www.simpletech.com/support, click Contact Support, and
Phone: To speak to a technical support representative by phone,
(RMA), and then click Need Technical Support.
.
then click
dial 800-945-3444 or 949-476-1180.
4 | Getting Started Caring for Your SimpleShare Drive
This chapter contains information you’ll need to know about your SimpleShare NAS drive.
It describes the major components of the drive and contains instructions for installing the
drive on a Local Area Network (LAN). To ensure a successful installation, complete the
steps as described in this chapter.
CHOOSING A LOCATION
The SimpleShare drive can be used in a variety of home or office environments. When
choosing a location for your SimpleShare NAS drive, consider placing the drive where it
will be easy to reach. Make sure the area is large enough for the drive and any other items
you need to use, such as a printer or additional external storage. To avoid overheating,
leave enough space around the drive and other equipment to allow adequate ventilation.
The work area must be free from:
• Dust, moisture and direct sunlight.
• Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as large stereo
speakers or speakerphones.
• Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change
such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
• Extreme heat, cold or humidity. Operate your SimpleShare NAS drive within a
temperature range of 41
non-condensing humidity.
• Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
If you spill liquid into the SimpleShare NAS drive, turn it off, unplug it from the AC power
source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again.
If the drive does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact SimpleTech Technical
Support.
° to 95° Fahrenheit (5° to 35° Celsius) and 20% to 80%
INSTALLING YOUR NETWORK DRIVE
Installing Your Network Drive Choosing a Location | 5
TAKING A VISUAL TOUR
Front
Power LED (Amber)
Illuminates when the SimpleShare NAS drive is On.
Ready LED (Blue)
Illuminates when the SimpleShare NAS drive is in Ready
(active) mode.
HDD LED (Green)
Flashes to indicate disk drive read/write activity.
Security Lock Slot (not shown)
Located on the lower side of the case, this slot allows you to
attach a security cable or device (optional) to the SimpleShare
NAS drive.
Back
Power Button
If SimpleShare is On, pressing the Power button turns the
drive Off. Pressing the Power button for 10 seconds restarts
the drive. If SimpleShare is Off, pressing the Power button
turns the drive On.
Reset Button
Pressing the Reset for 8 seconds restores the SimpleShare
NAS drive to factory default settings.
USB Port (2)
Use the USB ports to connect external USB disk drives or a
USB printer.
Network Port
Use to network port to connect the SimpleShare NAS drive to
the LAN. Includes integrated activity LEDs.
• Link LED (amber) indicates network connectivity.
• Activity LED (green) indicates network traffic.
DC-IN Jack
Use the DC-In jack to connect the 12V AC power adapter.
INSTALLING YOUR NETWORK DRIVE
This section contains information and instructions for connecting the SimpleShare NAS
drive to your local network. For information on SimpleShare installation requirements, see
“Installation Requirements” on page 3.
Handling Precautions
Handle your SimpleShare NAS drive with care! Failing to adhere to the following
precautions can result in damage to the drive and may void your warranty (see the
SimpleTech Product Warranty statement inside the rear cover of this guide for details).
The following precautions can prevent damage to the drive and loss of data:
• Do not bump, jar, drop or move the drive while it is in operation.
• Do not stack drives more than two high.
• Do not position the SimpleShare NAS drive vertically without using the vertical
stands (the drive may tip over and be damaged).
• Before disconnecting any device (USB drive or printer) connected to the
SimpleShare NAS drive, make sure to power off the device first.
• Do not set any liquids or drinks on the SimpleShare NAS drive. Liquids will
damage the drive’s internal electronics.
• Do not open SimpleShare’s case. The drive does not contain any user
serviceable parts. Opening the case voids your warranty.
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Installing the Vertical Stands
Depending on the amount of space available in your work
area, you can position your SimpleShare NAS drive
horizontally or vertically. When positioning the drive vertically,
make sure to use the vertical stands included in your kit.
Do not set the SimpleShare NAS drive vertically without
using the vertical stands. Otherwise, the drive may tip over
and be damaged.
1
Position the SimpleShare NAS drive upside down.
2
Align one of the stands with the “dimple” at the end of the
case, and then press the stand onto the case until it snaps
in place.
3
Repeat step 2 to install the second stand at the other end
of the case.
Connecting to the Network
Installing SimpleShare to a local network requires the following:
• 10/100-compliant network with DNS and DHCP servers
• An available Ethernet port on the network, switch or router
• TCP/IP enabled on each computer accessing the drive
• File and Print sharing enabled on each computer accessing the drive
1
Plug one end of the Ethernet cable (provided) into an available port on your network,
switch or router.
2
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the network port on the SimpleShare
NAS drive.
3
Route the Ethernet cable so that it does not pose a hazard.
Connecting AC Power
The following suggestions will help you avoid personal injury and equipment damage:
• Always plug the power cables into grounded, three-hole outlets.
• Use a power filter/surge protector (not included) for AC power connections to your
equipment.
• In the event of a severe electrical storm, disconnect all power cables.
Only use the power adapter that came with your SimpleShare NAS drive. Using a different
power adapter may damage the drive and voids your warranty.
1
Connect the DC cable connector on the power adapter to the DC-IN jack on the
SimpleShare NAS drive.
2
Plug the three-pin socket on the power cable into the power adapter.
3
Plug the AC power plug on the opposite end of the power cable to a live 120/240V
electrical outlet, surge protector or UPS (uninterruptible power supply).
4
Route the power cable so that it does not pose a hazard.
Installing Your Network Drive Installing Your Network Drive | 7
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