Thecus N5810 User Manual

OS7 User’s Manual
N2350/N4350/
N2810 Series/ N4810 Series/N5810 Series/
N12850 Series/N16850 Series/
N8910/N12910/N12910SAS/N16910SAS

Copyright and Trademark Notice

Thecus and other names of Thecus products are registered trademarks of Thecus Technology Corp. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, iTunes and Apple OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 2017 Thecus Technology Corporation. All rights reserved.

About This Manual

All information in this manual has been carefully verified to ensure its correctness. In case of an error, please provide us with your feedback. Thecus Technology Corporation reserves the right to modify the contents of this manual without notice.
Product name: Thecus OS7.0 used models Manual Version: 1.4 Release Date: 2017/03

Limited Warranty

Thecus Technology Corporation guarantees all components of Thecus NAS products are thoroughly tested before they leave the factory and should function normally under general usage. In case of any system malfunctions, Thecus Technology Corporation and its local representatives and dealers are responsible for repair without cost to the customer if the product fails within the warranty period and under normal usage. Thecus Technology Corporation is not responsible for any damage or loss of data deemed to be caused by its products. It is highly recommended that users conduct necessary back-up practices.
Check the functions that are available on your particular Thecus NAS model at:
http://www.Thecus.com
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Safety Warnings

For your safety, please read and follow the following safety warnings:
Read this manual thoroughly before attempting to set up your Thecus IP
storage.
Your Thecus IP storage is a complicated electronic device. DO NOT
attempt to repair it under any circumstances. In the case of malfunction, turn off the power immediately and have it repaired at a qualified service center. Contact your vendor for details.
DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord and DO NOT place the
power cord in an area where it can be stepped on. Carefully place connecting cables to avoid stepping or tripping on them.
Your Thecus IP storage can operate normally under temperatures between
5°C and 40°C, with relative humidity of 20% – 85%. Using Thecus IP storage under extreme environmental conditions could damage the unit.
Ensure that the Thecus IP storage is provided with the correct supply
voltage. Plugging the Thecus IP storage to an incorrect power source could damage the unit.
Do NOT expose Thecus IP storage to dampness, dust, or corrosive liquids.
Do NOT place Thecus IP storage on any uneven surfaces.
DO NOT place Thecus IP storage in direct sunlight or expose it to other
heat sources.
DO NOT use chemicals or aerosols to clean Thecus IP storage. Unplug the
power cord and all connected cables before cleaning.
DO NOT place any objects on the Thecus IP storage or obstruct its
ventilation slots to avoid overheating the unit.
Keep packaging out of the reach of children.
If disposing of the device, please follow your local regulations for the safe
disposal of electronic products to protect the environment.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions
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Table of Contents

Copyright and Trademark Notice .......................................... 2
About This Manual ................................................................ 2
Limited Warranty ................................................................. 2
Safety Warnings ................................................................... 3
Table of Contents ................................................................. 4
Chapter 1: Introduction ........................................................ 7
Overview .................................................................................... 7
Product Highlights ....................................................................... 7
Package Contents ........................................................................ 9
N2350 ...................................................................................... 10
Front Panel .................................................................................... 10
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 11
N2810 ...................................................................................... 12
Front Panel .................................................................................... 12
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 13
N2810 PRO ............................................................................... 14
Front Pane .................................................................................... 14
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 15
N4350 Series ........................................................................... 16
Front Panel .................................................................................... 16
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 17
N4810 Series ........................................................................... 18
Front Panel .................................................................................... 18
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 19
N5810/N5810PRO Series ............................................................ 20
Front Panel .................................................................................... 20
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 21
N4910U/N4910U PRO/N4820U: ................................................... 22
Front Panel .................................................................................... 22
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 23
N12850: ................................................................................... 24
Front Panel .................................................................................... 24
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 25
N16850: ................................................................................... 26
Front Panel .................................................................................... 26
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 27
N8910: .................................................................................... 28
Front Panel .................................................................................... 28
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 29
N12910/N12910SAS: ................................................................. 30
Front Panel .................................................................................... 30
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 31
N16910SAS: ............................................................................. 32
Front Panel .................................................................................... 32
Rear Panel .................................................................................... 33
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation ....................................... 34
Overview .................................................................................. 34
Before You Begin ....................................................................... 34
Cable Connections ..................................................................... 34
Chapter 3: First Time Setup ................................................ 38
Overview .................................................................................. 38
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Thecus Setup Wizard ................................................................. 38
Typical Setup Procedure ............................................................. 40
Chapter 4: System Administration ...................................... 41
Overview .................................................................................. 41
Web Administration Interface ...................................................... 41
Menu Tree ..................................................................................... 42
Feedback for OS7.0 ........................................................................ 44
Quick System Log Info .................................................................... 44
Quick System Resource Monitor ....................................................... 44
System shut down and reboot ......................................................... 45
Language Selection ........................................................................ 45
Logout .......................................................................................... 45
Change Password ........................................................................... 45
Control Panel ............................................................................ 46
CONTROL ................................................................................. 46
Log and Notification ........................................................................ 46
Power & Hardware.......................................................................... 50
System Information ........................................................................ 54
Network ........................................................................................ 56
Regional Option ............................................................................. 63
External Device .............................................................................. 65
Monitor ......................................................................................... 65
Firmware Setting ........................................................................... 67
PRIVILEGE ................................................................................ 69
Share Folder .................................................................................. 69
Adding Folders ............................................................................... 70
Modify/Remove Folders ................................................................... 73
Snapshot (N2350/N4350 not supported) ........................................... 77
Local Account ................................................................................ 81
ADS ............................................................................................. 90
LDAP ............................................................................................ 92
Storage .................................................................................... 93
Disk & RAID .................................................................................. 93
iSCSI .......................................................................................... 108
ISO Mount ................................................................................... 120
Disk Clone & Wipe ........................................................................ 122
Services .................................................................................. 124
File Service ................................................................................. 124
Web Service ................................................................................ 132
SSH Service ................................................................................ 133
iTunes Service ............................................................................. 133
VPN Service ................................................................................. 135
UPnP Service ............................................................................... 138
Backup .................................................................................... 140
Local Backup ............................................................................... 140
Remote Backup ............................................................................ 150
Rsync Service .............................................................................. 158
USB Copy .................................................................................... 160
AWS S3 ...................................................................................... 163
System Failover ........................................................................... 163
Chapter 5: General User Login .......................................... 163
Overview ................................................................................. 163
General User Login Interface ...................................................... 163
Menu Tree ................................................................................... 164
Quick System Resource Monitor ..................................................... 164
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Language Selection ...................................................................... 166
Logout ........................................................................................ 166
Change Password ......................................................................... 166
App Center .................................................................................. 166
File Center .................................................................................. 168
Photo Center ............................................................................... 170
Chapter 6: Tips and Tricks ................................................ 172
Access your NAS from Windows ................................................. 172
Share folder accessibility with associated login user account .......... 172
USB Storage Expansion ............................................................. 173
Remote Administration .............................................................. 173
Part I - Setup a DynDNS Account ................................................... 174
Part II - Enable DDNS on the Router............................................... 174
Part III - Setting up Virtual Servers (HTTPS) ................................... 174
Firewall Software Configuration .................................................. 174
Replacing Damaged Hard Drives ................................................. 175
Hard Drive Damage ...................................................................... 175
Replacing a Hard Drive ................................................................. 175
RAID Auto-Rebuild ....................................................................... 175
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting .............................................. 176
Forgot My Network IP Address ................................................... 176
Can't Map a Network Drive in Windows XP ................................... 176
Restoring Factory Defaults ......................................................... 176
Problems with Time and Date Settings ........................................ 177
Appendix A: Customer Support ......................................... 178
Appendix B: RAID Basics .................................................. 179
Overview ................................................................................. 179
Benefits .................................................................................. 179
Improved Performance ................................................................. 179
Data Security .............................................................................. 179
RAID Levels ............................................................................. 179
Overview ................................................................................. 182
What is Active Directory?........................................................... 182
ADS Benefits ............................................................................ 182
Appendix D: Licensing Information .................................. 183
Overview ................................................................................. 183
Source Code Availability ............................................................ 183
CGIC License Terms .................................................................. 184
GNU General Public License ....................................................... 184
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Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

Thank you for choosing the Thecus IP Storage Server. The Thecus IP storage is an easy-to-use storage server that allows a dedicated approach to storing and distributing data on a network. Data reliability is ensured with RAID features that provide data security and recoveryover multiple Terabyte of storage are available using RAID 5 and RAID 6. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency, allowing Thecus IP storage to take over file management functions, increase application and data sharing and provide faster data response. The Thecus IP storage offers data mobility with a disk roaming feature that lets you swap working hard drives for use in other Thecus IP storage, securing the continuity of data in the event of hardware failure. The Thecus IP storage allows data consolidation and sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple OS X environments. The Thecus IP storage’s user-friendly GUI supports multiple Languages.

Product Highlights

File Server
First and foremost, the Thecus IP storage allows you to store and share files over an IP network. With a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, you can centralize your files and share them easily over your network. With the easy-to-use web­based interface, users on your network can access these files in a snap.
FTP Server
With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and download files to your Thecus IP storage over the Internet with their favorite FTP programs. You can create user accounts so that only authorized users have access.
iTunes Server
With the built-in iTunes server capability, the Thecus IP storage enables digital music to be shared and played anywhere on the network!
Printer Server
With the Thecus IP storage’s Printer Server, you can easily share an IPP printer
with other PCs connected to your network.
Multiple RAID
Thecus IP storage supports multiple RAID volumes on one system. So, you can create RAID 0 for your non-critical data, and create RAID 1,5,6,50 or 60 (depend on model) for mission-critical data. Create the RAID levels depending on your needs.
iSCSI Capability
Thecus IP storage is not only a file server, but it also supports iSCSI initiators. Your server can access Thecus IP storage as a direct-attached-storage over the LAN or Internet. There is no easier way to expand the capacity of your current application servers. All the storage needs can be centrally managed and deployed. This brings ultimate flexibility to users.
Superior Power Management
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Thecus IP storage supports schedule power on/off. With this feature, administrator can set at what time to turn on or off the system. This feature is a big plus for people who want to conserve energy. Wake-On-LAN enables administrator to remotely turn on the system without even leaving their own seat.
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Package Contents

N2810 Series/N2820 Series/N2350 Series/N4350 Series/N4810 Series The Thecus IP storage should contain the following common items:
System Unit x1
QIG (Quick Installation Guide) x1
CD-Title (OS7 Universal CD)
Ethernet Cable x1
Accessory box x1
HDD Compatibility list Card x1
Multiple Languages Warranty Card x1
Power adaptor cable tie x1
Power adaptor x1
Power cord x1
N5810/N5810PRO Series/N12850 Series/N16850 Series/N8910/N12910/N12910SAS/ N16910SAS/N4910U/N4820U The Thecus IP storage should contain the following common items:
System Unit x1
QIG (Quick Installation Guide) x1
CD-Title (OS7 Universal CD)
Ethernet Cable x1
Accessory bag x1
HDD Compatibility list Card x1
Multiple Languages Warranty Card x1
Power cord x1
Please check to see if your package is complete. If you find that some items are missing, contact your dealer.
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N2350

Front Panel

Item
Description
1. Power LED
Solid blue: System ready Blinking blue: Power on process Solid Orange: System with error occurred
2. System
status LED
Blinking blue: Diagnostic mode kick-in Solid blue: Diagnostic completed Solid Orange: System with error occurred
3. HDD1 LED
Blinking blue: HDD activity Orange: HDD failure
4. HDD2 LED
Blinking blue: HDD activity Orange: HDD failure
5. LAN LED
Solid blue: LAN Cable link Blinking : Network activity
6. USB LED
Solid blue: Installed Blinking blue: USB copy activity Solid Orange: USB copy failure
7. USB Copy
Button
Copies USB storage contents to N2350.
8. Power
Button
Power the N2350 on/off.
9. HDD Trays
Two HDD Trays for two 2.5"/3.5" SATA HDDs with Hot­swappable supports.
Front Panel
The Thecus N2350 front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Rear Panel

Back Panel
Item
Description
1. USB 3.0 Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
2. USB 3.0 Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
2. LAN Port
LAN port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch or a router.
4. Reset Button
Resets the N2350. Pressing and holding the Reset button on the back for 1 seconds will reset your network setting and password, and turn off Jumbo Frame Support.
5. Power Connector
Connect the included power cords to this connector.
6. System Fan
System fan that exhausts heat from the unit.
The N2350 rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N2810

Front Panel

Item
Description
1. Power
Button
Power on/off N2810.
2. LAN1 LED
Solid white: LAN1 Cable link
Blinking : Network activity
3. LAN2 LED
Solid white: LAN2 Cable link
Blinking : Network activity
4. HDD1 led
Blinking white: HDD activity
5. HDD2 led
Blinking white: HDD activity
6. USB Copy
Button
Copies USB storage contents to N2810.
7. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
8. HDD Trays
Two 2.5”/3.5” SATA HDD trays
Locks are provided for added security
Front Panel
The Thecus N2810 front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Rear Panel

Back Panel
Item
Description
1. LAN2 Port
LAN2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
2. LAN1 Port
WAN/LAN1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through
a switch or router
3. HDMI Port
For Video/Audio out
4. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
5. Reset Button
Reboot system.
6. Serial Port
This port has used for debug purpose
7. Power
Connector
Connect the included power adaptor to this connector.
8. System Fan
System fan that exhausts heat from the unit.
The N2810 rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N2810 PRO

Front Panel
Item
Description
1. Power Button
Power on/off N2810PRO.
2. LAN1 LED
Solid white: LAN1 Cable link
Blinking : Network activity
3. LAN2 LED
Solid white: LAN2 Cable link
Blinking : Network activity
4. HDD1 led
Blinking white: HDD activity
5. HDD2 led
Blinking white: HDD activity
6. USB Copy
Button
Copies USB storage contents to N2810PRO.
7. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
8. HDD Trays
Two 2.5”/3.5” SATA HDD trays
Locks are provided for added security
Front Panel
The Thecus N2810PRO front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Rear Panel

Back Panel
Item
Description
1. LAN2 Port
LAN2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
2. LAN1 Port
WAN/LAN1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through
a switch or router
3. HDMI Port
For Video/Audio out
4. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
5. SPDIF
For Audio out
6. LocalDisplay
Port
For Video/Audio out
7. Power
Connector
Connect the included power adaptor to this connector.
8. System Fan
System fan that exhausts heat from the unit.
The N2810PRO rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N4350 Series

Front Panel

Item
Description
1. Power LED
Solid blue: System ready Blinking blue: Power on process Solid Orange: System with error occurred
2. System
status LED
Blinking blue: Diagnostic mode kick-in Solid blue: Diagnostic completed Solid Orange: System with error occurred
3. HDD1-4 LED
Blinking blue: HDD activity Orange: HDD failure
4. LAN LED
Solid blue: LAN Cable link Blinking : Network activity
5. USB LED
Solid blue: Installed Blinking blue: USB copy activity Solid Orange: USB copy failure
6. USB Copy
Button
Copies USB storage contents to N4350.
7. Power
Button
Power the N4350 on/off.
8. HDD Trays
Two HDD Trays for two 2.5"/3.5" SATA HDDs with Hot­swappable supports.
Front Panel
The Thecus N4350 Series front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Rear Panel

Back Panel
Item
Description
1. USB 3.0 Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
2. USB 3.0 Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
3. LAN Port
LAN port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch or a router.
4. Reset Button
Resets the N4350. Pressing and holding the Reset button on the back for 1 seconds will reset your network setting and password, and turn off Jumbo Frame Support.
5. Power Connector
Connect the included power cords to this connector.
6. System Fan
System fan that exhausts heat from the unit.
The N4350 Series rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N4810 Series

Front Panel

Item
Description
1. Power LED
Blue: System is power on.
2. LAN1 LED
Solid Yellow: LAN1 Cable link
Blinking : Network activity
3. LAN2 LED
Solid Yellow: LAN2 Cable link
Blinking : Network activity
4. HDD1 led
Blinking Yellow: HDD activity
5. HDD2 led
Blinking Yellow: HDD activity
6. HDD3 led
Blinking Yellow: HDD activity
7. HDD4 led
Blinking Yellow: HDD activity
8. USB Copy LED
Blue: Files are being copied from a USB storage device
Red: USB copy error
9. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
10. Power Button
Power on/off N4810 Series
11. LCD Display
Displays current system status and warning messages.
12. Up Button
Push to scroll up when using the LCD display.
13. Down Button
Push to enter the USB copy operation screen.
14. Enter Button
Push to enter LCD administrator password to access basic
system setting.
15. Escape Button
ESC
Push to leave the current LCD menu.
16. HDD Trays
Four 2.5”/3.5” SATA HDD trays
Locks are provided for added security
Front Panel
The Thecus N4810 Series front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Back Panel
Item
Description
1. LAN1 Port
WAN/LAN1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network
through a switch or router
2. LAN2 Port
LAN2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
3. SPDIF
For Audio out
4. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
5. USB Port
(Type-C)
USB 3.0 (Type-C) port for compatible USB devices, such as
digital cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
6. Display Port
For Video/Audio out
7. HDMI Port
For Video/Audio out
8. Reset Button
Resets the N4810 series. Pressing and holding the Reset button on the back for 5
seconds will reset your network setting and password, and turn off Jumbo Frame Support.
9. Power
Connector
Connect the included power adaptor to this connector.
10. System Fan
System fan that exhausts heat from the unit.

Rear Panel

The N4810 Series rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N5810/N5810PRO Series

Front Panel

Item
Description
1. Power LED
White: System is power on.
2.WAN/LAN1 LED
White: Network activity
3.LAN2 LED
White: Network activity
4.USB Copy LED
White: Files are being copied from a USB storage device
Red: USB copy error
5. System LED
White: System is being upgraded or ;is starting up; data
currently inaccessible
RED: System error
6.USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks.
7.Power Button
Power on/off N5810/N5810PRO Series and Power LED.
8.Up Button
Push to scroll up when using the LCD display.
9.Down Button
Push to enter the USB copy operation screen.
10.Enter Button
Push to enter LCD administrator password to access basic
system setting.
11.Escape Button ESC
Push to leave the current LCD menu.
12.LCD Display
Displays current system status and warning messages.
13.HDD Trays
Five 3.5” SATA HDD trays.
Locks are provided for added security.
Front Panel
The Thecus N5810/N5810PRO Series front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Rear Panel

Back Panel
Item
Description
1. Line out
For Audio out
2.HDMI Port
For Video/Audio out
3.USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB
disks, and USB printers
4. WAN/LAN1/ LAN2/LAN3/LAN4/LAN 5 Port
WAN/LAN1/LAN2/LAN3/LAN4/LAN5 port for connecting to
an Ethernet network through a switch or router
5.USB Port
USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices.
6.UPS Battery slot (N5810PRO)
For UPS Battery
7.Power Connector
Connect the included power cords to these connectors
8.System Fan
System fan that exhausts heat from the unit.
The N5810/N5810PRO Series rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N4910U/N4910U PRO/N4820U:

Front Panel

Item
Description
1. LCD
Displays current system status and messages LCD screen saver will be enabled after screen is idle for more
than 3 minutes
LCD screen will be turn off after idle for more than 6 minutes
2. Up Button
Push to scroll up when using the OLED display
3. Down Button
Push to enter USB copy operation screen
4. Enter Button
Push to enter OLED operate password for basic system setting
5. Escape
Button ESC
Push to leave the current OLED menu
6. Locator
button / LED
Press the button, the back led will light up to identify the system
position of the rack
7. USB Port
USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks and
USB printers
8. Power LED
Solid green: System is power on.
9. BUSY
Blinking orange: system startup or system maintenance; data
currently inaccessible
10. System error
LED
Solid RED: System error.
11. LAN
Blinking green: network activity Solid green: network link
12. Power Button
Power on/off N12850
13. RST
Reboot system.
14. Mute button
Mute the system fan alarm.
Front Panel
The Thecus N4910U/N4910U PRO/N4820U front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Rear Panel

Back Panel
Item
Description
1. Power
Connector
Connect the included power cords to these connectors
2. PS/2
connector
The color-coded PS/2 connection ports (purple for keyboard and
green for mouse)
3. VGA Port
For Video out
4. DVI Port
For Video out
5. HDMI Port
For Video/Audio out
6. LAN1\LAN2\
Port
LAN1\LAN2port for connecting to an Ethernet network through
a switch or router
7. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices.
8. SPDIF Port
For Audio out
9. Audio(5+1)
For Audio out/in
Back Panel
Item
Description
1. Power
Connector
Connect the included power cords to these connectors
2. Line in
For Audio in
3. Line out
For Audio out
4. Mic input
Microphone input
5. LAN1\LAN2\
LAN3 Port
LAN1\LAN2\ LAN3 port for connecting to an Ethernet network
through a switch or router
6. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices.
7. Display Port
For Video/Audio out
8. HDMI Port
For Video/Audio out
N4910U/N4910U PRO rear panel features ports and connectors.
N4820U rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N12850:

Front Panel

Item
Description
1.Power Button
Power on/off N12850
2.Power LED
Solid green: System is power on.
3.System error LED
Solid RED: System error.
4.Mute button
Mute the system fan alarm.
5.USB Port
USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks and
USB printers
6. Locator button / LED
Press the button, the back led will light up to identify the system
position of the rack
7. RST
Reboot system.
8. LAN
Blinking green: network activity Solid green: network link
9. BUSY
Blinking orange: system startup or system maintenance; data
currently inaccessible
10.LCD
Displays current system status and messages LCD screen saver will be enabled after screen is idle for more
than 3 minutes
LCD screen will be turn off after idle for more than 6 minutes
11.Up Button
Push to scroll up when using the OLED display
12.Down Button
Push to enter USB copy operation screen
13.Enter Button
Push to enter OLED operate password for basic system setting
14.Escape Button ESC
Push to leave the current OLED menu
Front Panel
The Thecus N12850 front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Rear Panel

Back Panel
Item
Description
1.Power Connector
Connect the included power cords to these connectors
2. PS/2 connector
The color-coded PS/2 connection ports (purple for keyboard and
green for mouse)
3.USB Port
USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks,
and USB printers
4.Serial Port
This port is for external UPS device
5.VGA Port
For Video out
6.USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices.
7. LAN1\LAN2\ LAN3\ LAN4 Port
LAN1\LAN2\ LAN3\ LAN4 port for connecting to an Ethernet
network through a switch or router
8. SFF-8644 SAS Wide Port
Support Capacity expansion via Thecus JBOD device
N12850 rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N16850:

Front Panel

Item
Description
1.Power Button
Power on/off N16850
2.Power LED
Solid green: System is power on.
3.System error LED
Solid RED: System error.
4.Mute button
Mute the system fan alarm.
5.USB Port
USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks and
USB printers
6. Locator button / LED
Press the button, the back led will light up to identify the rack
position of the system
7. RST
Reboot system.
8. LAN
Blinking green: network activity Solid green: network link
9. BUSY
Blinking orange: system startup or system maintenance; data
currently inaccessible
10.LCD
Displays current system status and messages LCD screen saver will be enabled after screen is idle for more
than 3 minutes
LCD screen will be turn off after idle for more than 6 minutes
11.Up Button
Push to scroll up when using the OLED display
12.Down Button
Push to enter USB copy operation screen
13.Enter Button
Push to enter OLED operate password for basic system setting
14.Escape Button ESC
Push to leave the current OLED menu
Front Panel
The Thecus N16850 front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Back Panel
Item
Description
1.Power Connector
Connect the included power cords to these connectors
2. PS/2 connector
The color-coded PS/2 connection ports (purple for keyboard and
green for mouse)
3.USB Port
USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks,
and USB printers
4.Serial Port
This port is for external UPS device
5.VGA Port
For Video out
6.USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices.
7. LAN1\LAN2\ LAN3\ LAN4 Port
LAN1\LAN2\ LAN3\ LAN4 port for connecting to an Ethernet
network through a switch or router
8. SFF-8644 SAS Wide Port
Support Capacity expansion via Thecus JBOD device

Rear Panel

N16850 rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N8910:

Front Panel

Item
Description
1.Power Button
Power on/off N8910
2.Power LED
Solid green: System is power on.
3.System error LED
Solid RED: System error.
4.Mute button
Mute the system fan alarm.
5.USB Port
USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks and
USB printers
6. Locator button / LED
Press the button, the back led will light up to identify the system
position of the rack
7. RST
Reboot system.
8. LAN
Blinking green: network activity Solid green: network link
9. BUSY
Blinking orange: system startup or system maintenance; data
currently inaccessible
10.OLED
Displays current system status and messages OLED screen saver will be enabled after screen is idle for more
than 3 minutes
OLED screen will be turn off after idle for more than 6 minutes
11.Up Button
Push to scroll up when using the OLED display
12.Down Button
Push to enter USB copy operation screen
13.Enter Button
Push to enter OLED operate password for basic system setting
14.Escape Button ESC
Push to leave the current OLED menu
Front Panel
The Thecus N8910 front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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Rear Panel

Back Panel
Item
Description
9. Power
Connector
Connect the included power cords to these connectors
10. PS/2
connector
The color-coded PS/2 connection ports (purple for keyboard and
green for mouse)
11. VGA Port
For Video out
12. DVI Port
For Video out
13. HDMI Port
For Video/Audio out
14. LAN1\LAN2\
Port
LAN1\LAN2port for connecting to an Ethernet network through
a switch or router
15. USB Port
USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices.
16. SPDIF Port
For Audio out
17. Audio(5+1)
For Audio out/in
N8910 rear panel features ports and connectors.
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N12910/N12910SAS:

Front Panel

Item
Description
1.Power Button
Power on/off N12910/N12910SAS
2.Power LED
Solid green: System is power on.
3.System error LED
Solid RED: System error.
4.Mute button
Mute the system fan alarm.
5.USB Port
USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks and
USB printers
6. Locator button / LED
Press the button, the back led will light up to identify the system
position of the rack
7. RST
Reboot system.
8. LAN
Blinking green: network activity Solid green: network link
9. BUSY
Blinking orange: system startup or system maintenance; data
currently inaccessible
10.LCD
Displays current system status and messages LCD screen saver will be enabled after screen is idle for more
than 3 minutes
LCD screen will be turn off after idle for more than 6 minutes
11.Up Button
Push to scroll up when using the OLED display
12.Down Button
Push to enter USB copy operation screen
13.Enter Button
Push to enter OLED operate password for basic system setting
14.Escape Button ESC
Push to leave the current OLED menu
Front Panel
The Thecus N12910/N12910SAS front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:
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