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Buffalo LS220D0802-EU - User Manual

Buffalo LS220D0802-EU
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LinkStation 200
User Manual
Americas: www.buffaloamericas.com
Europe: www.buffalo-technology.com
Asia Pacific: www.buffalo-asia.com
35020312-10
2016.11

Table of Contents

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Summary

Getting Started

Diagrams

Visual representation of the LinkStation's components and ports.

Changing Admin Password and Adding a Shared Folder

Initial setup steps for security and basic file sharing.

Installing Applications

Guide to installing the NAS Navigator2 utility.

SmartPhone Navigator

Steps to install the mobile application for LinkStation management.

WebAccess

Instructions for installing the WebAccess application.

Accessing Shared Folders

How to access shared folders from computers and mobile devices.

Turning the LinkStation On and Off

Proper procedures for powering the LinkStation on and off.

Configuration

Opening Settings from a Computer

How to access LinkStation settings via a web browser.

Opening Easy Admin

Accessing simplified configuration options through Easy Admin.

Opening Advanced Settings

Accessing the comprehensive configuration interface.

Opening Settings from a Mobile Device

Accessing LinkStation settings using a mobile application.

Settings That Can Be Changed from Your Mobile Device

Overview of settings configurable via the mobile app.

Sharing Files

Adding Shared Folders

Steps to create new shared folders on the LinkStation.

Adding Users

How to create new user accounts for accessing the LinkStation.

Adding Groups

Steps to create user groups for managing permissions.

Access Restrictions

Setting access permissions for shared folders.

Local Users;Groups

Configuring access restrictions for local users and groups.

Active Directory

Integrating LinkStation with an Active Directory environment.

NT Domain

Using NT domain for user authentication and access control.

User Authentication with an External SMB Server

Linking to an external server for centralized user management.

Managing Storage

RAID Arrays

Overview of RAID modes and their functions.

Working with RAID Arrays

How to manage RAID settings.

Using JBOD

Steps to configure drives in JBOD mode.

Changing RAID Mode

Procedures for changing the RAID configuration.

RMM (RAID Mode Manager)

Using RMM to create or expand RAID arrays.

RAID Scanning

Performing disk checks and repairs on RAID arrays.

Connecting an External Drive

Connecting and configuring external USB drives.

Dismounting Drives

Procedures for safely removing USB drives.

Checking Drives

Performing disk integrity checks.

Formatting Drives

Steps to format internal and external drives.

Erase Data on the LinkStation Completely

Securely erasing all data and restoring factory defaults.

Disk Quotas

Setting storage limits for users and groups.

Hard Drive Replacement

Procedures for replacing a failed hard drive.

Rebuilding the RAID Array from a Computer

Steps to rebuild a RAID array after drive replacement.

Rebuilding the RAID Array from a Mobile Device

Initiating RAID rebuild using the mobile application.

Remote Access

WebAccess

Accessing LinkStation files remotely via the internet.

FTP

Setting up and using the FTP server for file access.

Backup

Back Up from the LinkStation

Overview of backup destinations.

Configuring a Backup Job

Setting up automated backup tasks.

Backing Up Your Mac with Time Machine

Configuring LinkStation as a Time Machine backup destination.

Multimedia

DLNA

Sharing media files on the local network.

Playing Files

How to play media content on DLNA devices.

Connected DLNA-compatible Devices

Viewing devices connected to the DLNA server.

Streaming to DLNA-compatible Devices

How to stream media files to DLNA devices.

Disabling Playback from Specific Devices

Blocking specific DLNA devices from accessing media.

iTunes Server

Sharing music files with iTunes clients.

BitTorrent

Downloading files efficiently using BitTorrent.

Opening Download Manager

Accessing the BitTorrent download manager.

Downloading Files

Procedures for downloading files using the manager.

Advanced Features

Email Notification

Configuring the LinkStation to send email alerts.

Sleep Mode

Setting the LinkStation to enter standby mode to save energy.

Encrypting Data Transmission

Using SSL/TLS for secure communication.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Resetting the LinkStation to its original settings.

Online Update

Updating the LinkStation's firmware.

Name, Date, Time, and Language

Configuring system identification and localization settings.

Jumbo Frames

Optimizing network performance with jumbo frames.

Utilities

NAS Navigator2 for Windows

Using NAS Navigator2 for Windows to manage the LinkStation.

NAS Navigator2 for macOS

Using NAS Navigator2 for macOS to manage the LinkStation.

NovaBACKUP

Overview of NovaBACKUP utility for data backup.

Appendix

When the Power LED Blinks

Interpreting power LED status codes for errors.

Amber

Interpreting amber LED status for system messages.

Default Settings

List of default configurations for the LinkStation.

Specifications

Technical specifications of the LinkStation.

Regulatory Compliance Information

For Customers in the United States

FCC statements and Proposition 65 warnings for US users.

For Customers in Europe

EU Declaration of Conformity and language-specific warnings.

Summary

Getting Started

Diagrams

Visual representation of the LinkStation's components and ports.

Changing Admin Password and Adding a Shared Folder

Initial setup steps for security and basic file sharing.

Installing Applications

Guide to installing the NAS Navigator2 utility.

SmartPhone Navigator

Steps to install the mobile application for LinkStation management.

WebAccess

Instructions for installing the WebAccess application.

Accessing Shared Folders

How to access shared folders from computers and mobile devices.

Turning the LinkStation On and Off

Proper procedures for powering the LinkStation on and off.

Configuration

Opening Settings from a Computer

How to access LinkStation settings via a web browser.

Opening Easy Admin

Accessing simplified configuration options through Easy Admin.

Opening Advanced Settings

Accessing the comprehensive configuration interface.

Opening Settings from a Mobile Device

Accessing LinkStation settings using a mobile application.

Settings That Can Be Changed from Your Mobile Device

Overview of settings configurable via the mobile app.

Sharing Files

Adding Shared Folders

Steps to create new shared folders on the LinkStation.

Adding Users

How to create new user accounts for accessing the LinkStation.

Adding Groups

Steps to create user groups for managing permissions.

Access Restrictions

Setting access permissions for shared folders.

Local Users;Groups

Configuring access restrictions for local users and groups.

Active Directory

Integrating LinkStation with an Active Directory environment.

NT Domain

Using NT domain for user authentication and access control.

User Authentication with an External SMB Server

Linking to an external server for centralized user management.

Managing Storage

RAID Arrays

Overview of RAID modes and their functions.

Working with RAID Arrays

How to manage RAID settings.

Using JBOD

Steps to configure drives in JBOD mode.

Changing RAID Mode

Procedures for changing the RAID configuration.

RMM (RAID Mode Manager)

Using RMM to create or expand RAID arrays.

RAID Scanning

Performing disk checks and repairs on RAID arrays.

Connecting an External Drive

Connecting and configuring external USB drives.

Dismounting Drives

Procedures for safely removing USB drives.

Checking Drives

Performing disk integrity checks.

Formatting Drives

Steps to format internal and external drives.

Erase Data on the LinkStation Completely

Securely erasing all data and restoring factory defaults.

Disk Quotas

Setting storage limits for users and groups.

Hard Drive Replacement

Procedures for replacing a failed hard drive.

Rebuilding the RAID Array from a Computer

Steps to rebuild a RAID array after drive replacement.

Rebuilding the RAID Array from a Mobile Device

Initiating RAID rebuild using the mobile application.

Remote Access

WebAccess

Accessing LinkStation files remotely via the internet.

FTP

Setting up and using the FTP server for file access.

Backup

Back Up from the LinkStation

Overview of backup destinations.

Configuring a Backup Job

Setting up automated backup tasks.

Backing Up Your Mac with Time Machine

Configuring LinkStation as a Time Machine backup destination.

Multimedia

DLNA

Sharing media files on the local network.

Playing Files

How to play media content on DLNA devices.

Connected DLNA-compatible Devices

Viewing devices connected to the DLNA server.

Streaming to DLNA-compatible Devices

How to stream media files to DLNA devices.

Disabling Playback from Specific Devices

Blocking specific DLNA devices from accessing media.

iTunes Server

Sharing music files with iTunes clients.

BitTorrent

Downloading files efficiently using BitTorrent.

Opening Download Manager

Accessing the BitTorrent download manager.

Downloading Files

Procedures for downloading files using the manager.

Advanced Features

Email Notification

Configuring the LinkStation to send email alerts.

Sleep Mode

Setting the LinkStation to enter standby mode to save energy.

Encrypting Data Transmission

Using SSL/TLS for secure communication.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Resetting the LinkStation to its original settings.

Online Update

Updating the LinkStation's firmware.

Name, Date, Time, and Language

Configuring system identification and localization settings.

Jumbo Frames

Optimizing network performance with jumbo frames.

Utilities

NAS Navigator2 for Windows

Using NAS Navigator2 for Windows to manage the LinkStation.

NAS Navigator2 for macOS

Using NAS Navigator2 for macOS to manage the LinkStation.

NovaBACKUP

Overview of NovaBACKUP utility for data backup.

Appendix

When the Power LED Blinks

Interpreting power LED status codes for errors.

Amber

Interpreting amber LED status for system messages.

Default Settings

List of default configurations for the LinkStation.

Specifications

Technical specifications of the LinkStation.

Regulatory Compliance Information

For Customers in the United States

FCC statements and Proposition 65 warnings for US users.

For Customers in Europe

EU Declaration of Conformity and language-specific warnings.

Buffalo LS220D0802-EU Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelLS220D0802-EU
CategoryNetwork Storage Server
Form FactorDesktop
Total Storage Capacity8 TB
Installed storage drive typeHDD
Number of Bays2
Number of storage drives installed2
Storage drive capacity4 TB
RAID SupportYes
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity1
USB portYes
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Weight1.5 kg
Operating Temperature5 - 35 °C
Operating Humidity20 - 80 %
Ethernet LAN data rates10/100/1000 Mbit/s

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