2 Function LED ( )
This LED glows white while the USB device is connected, and blinks white dismounting USB devices and
during Direct Copy.
3 Drive 1 Error LED
If there is an error on drive 1, this LED will light.
4 Drive 2 Error LED
If there is an error on drive 2, this LED will light.
5 Function Button
Use this button for Direct Copy and initializing settings.
6 Power Switch ( )
Move the switch up and down to power on and off.
7 USB 3.0 Port ( )
Compatible Buffalo USB 3.0 drives and USB flash drives can be connected. USB hubs are not compatible.
8 Link and Activity LED
This LED shows network activity. It blinks green when the LinkStation is accessed over the network.
9 LAN Port ( )
Connect to a router, hub, or switch on your Ethernet network with the included Ethernet cable.
10 Power Status LED
The LED glows green when the power cable is connected.
11 Power Connector
Use the included power cable to connect to a surge protector or outlet.
12 Fan
Spins to prevent overheating inside. Do not block the fan.
13 Anti-Theft Security Slot ( )
Use this slot to secure your LinkStation with a cable lock (not included).
Accessing Shared Folders
Accessing from a Computer
1 Double-click the NAS Navigator2 icon ( ) to start NAS Navigator2.
2 Double-click your LinkStation’s icon.
3 File Explorer will open with a list of shared folders. For macOS, the LinkStation is mounted as a drive icon on
the desktop or it is displayed in the sidebar of the Finder.
Accessing from a Mobile Device
To access shared folders from a mobile device with the following procedure, you must configure WebAccess settings
first. To configure WebAccess, see the “WebAccess” section in chapter 6.
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