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Buffalo Link Station LS720D - User Manual

Buffalo Link Station LS720D
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Network Attached Storage
LinkStation 700
User Manual
Please make sure to read this manual before using and follow the procedures. If you have any inquiries about
the product, contact the number on the warranty statement or the packing box. Do not discard the included
documents, the warranty statement, or the packing box.
www.buffaloamericas.com
35022143-05
July 2021

Table of Contents

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Summary

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Accessing Settings

Instructions on how to access and navigate the LinkStation's web interface.

Using the Setup Wizard

Step-by-step guide for initial configuration of the LinkStation.

Chapter 2 File Sharing

Configuring Shared Folders

Steps for creating and managing shared folders on the LinkStation.

Configuring Users and Groups

How to add, manage, and import user and group accounts for access control.

Configuring Access Restrictions for Shared Folders

Setting permissions for shared folders for local users and Active Directory.

Chapter 3 RAID Modes and Drive Management

Available RAID Modes

Overview of supported RAID configurations (JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1).

Working with RAID Arrays

Instructions for managing RAID arrays, including creation and deletion.

Drive Management Operations

Covers checking drives, formatting, encrypting, and erasing data.

Chapter 4 Backup

Configuring a Backup Job

Setting up scheduled or manual backup tasks for data protection.

Restoring Backup Data

Procedures for retrieving backed-up data from various backup modes.

Chapter 5 Cloud Services and Remote Access

Chapter 7 Settings Backup;Restoration

Saving and Applying Settings

Procedures for backing up LinkStation settings to a USB drive and applying them.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Steps to reset the LinkStation to its original factory settings.

Resetting the Administrator Password

Instructions for recovering access if the admin password is forgotten.

Chapter 9 Advanced Features

Updating the Firmware

Procedures for manually or automatically updating the LinkStation's firmware.

Chapter 10 Drive Replacement and Troubleshooting

Replacing a Defective Drive

Detailed steps for replacing failed drives in various RAID configurations.

Summary

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Accessing Settings

Instructions on how to access and navigate the LinkStation's web interface.

Using the Setup Wizard

Step-by-step guide for initial configuration of the LinkStation.

Chapter 2 File Sharing

Configuring Shared Folders

Steps for creating and managing shared folders on the LinkStation.

Configuring Users and Groups

How to add, manage, and import user and group accounts for access control.

Configuring Access Restrictions for Shared Folders

Setting permissions for shared folders for local users and Active Directory.

Chapter 3 RAID Modes and Drive Management

Available RAID Modes

Overview of supported RAID configurations (JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1).

Working with RAID Arrays

Instructions for managing RAID arrays, including creation and deletion.

Drive Management Operations

Covers checking drives, formatting, encrypting, and erasing data.

Chapter 4 Backup

Configuring a Backup Job

Setting up scheduled or manual backup tasks for data protection.

Restoring Backup Data

Procedures for retrieving backed-up data from various backup modes.

Chapter 5 Cloud Services and Remote Access

Chapter 7 Settings Backup;Restoration

Saving and Applying Settings

Procedures for backing up LinkStation settings to a USB drive and applying them.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Steps to reset the LinkStation to its original factory settings.

Resetting the Administrator Password

Instructions for recovering access if the admin password is forgotten.

Chapter 9 Advanced Features

Updating the Firmware

Procedures for manually or automatically updating the LinkStation's firmware.

Chapter 10 Drive Replacement and Troubleshooting

Replacing a Defective Drive

Detailed steps for replacing failed drives in various RAID configurations.

Buffalo Link Station LS720D Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelLS720D
Number of Bays2
RAID SupportRAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD
CategoryNAS
InterfaceGigabit Ethernet
Weight2.2 kg
Operating Temperature5 to 35 °C
Operating Humidity20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Network ProtocolsTCP/IP
File System SupportEXT4
USB Ports2 x USB 3.0

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