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Illustrates the physical components and ports of the LinkStation models.
Step-by-step guide for initial setup and software installation.
Guides on changing the administrator password and creating shared folders.
Instructions on the proper procedure for powering the device on and off.
Steps to access the Easy Admin interface for common settings.
Guides the user through initial configuration steps via a wizard.
Accessing the detailed configuration options through Advanced Settings.
Enables remote access to LinkStation files via the internet.
Configures the FTP server for remote file access from outside the local network.
How to set access restrictions for users and groups on shared folders.
Process for creating new user accounts for access control.
Process for creating groups to manage user permissions collectively.
Overview and configuration of RAID modes (RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD).
Instructions for connecting and utilizing external USB drives.
Performing disk checks to ensure drive integrity and fix errors.
Steps to format internal and external drives for use.
Guides and warnings for replacing failed hard drives.
Steps to configure a folder as a backup destination on the LinkStation.
Steps to set up scheduled or manual backup jobs.
How to configure the LinkStation for Time Machine backups from macOS.
Enables sharing of digital media files with DLNA-compatible devices.
Allows sharing music files with iTunes clients for playback and transfer.
Configures the LinkStation to send email alerts for system events.
Procedures to reset the LinkStation to its original factory settings.
How to manually configure the LinkStation's network IP address.
Utility for managing LinkStation settings, IP address, and hard drives on Windows.
Utility for managing LinkStation settings, IP address, and hard drives on Mac OS.
Troubleshooting guide for interpreting power LED blinking patterns and error codes.
Detailed technical specifications for the LinkStation models.
Illustrates the physical components and ports of the LinkStation models.
Step-by-step guide for initial setup and software installation.
Guides on changing the administrator password and creating shared folders.
Instructions on the proper procedure for powering the device on and off.
Steps to access the Easy Admin interface for common settings.
Guides the user through initial configuration steps via a wizard.
Accessing the detailed configuration options through Advanced Settings.
Enables remote access to LinkStation files via the internet.
Configures the FTP server for remote file access from outside the local network.
How to set access restrictions for users and groups on shared folders.
Process for creating new user accounts for access control.
Process for creating groups to manage user permissions collectively.
Overview and configuration of RAID modes (RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD).
Instructions for connecting and utilizing external USB drives.
Performing disk checks to ensure drive integrity and fix errors.
Steps to format internal and external drives for use.
Guides and warnings for replacing failed hard drives.
Steps to configure a folder as a backup destination on the LinkStation.
Steps to set up scheduled or manual backup jobs.
How to configure the LinkStation for Time Machine backups from macOS.
Enables sharing of digital media files with DLNA-compatible devices.
Allows sharing music files with iTunes clients for playback and transfer.
Configures the LinkStation to send email alerts for system events.
Procedures to reset the LinkStation to its original factory settings.
How to manually configure the LinkStation's network IP address.
Utility for managing LinkStation settings, IP address, and hard drives on Windows.
Utility for managing LinkStation settings, IP address, and hard drives on Mac OS.
Troubleshooting guide for interpreting power LED blinking patterns and error codes.
Detailed technical specifications for the LinkStation models.
General| Model | LS421DE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Buffalo |
| Form Factor | Desktop |
| Number of Bays | 2 |
| Supported Drive Types | 3.5" SATA |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Device Type | NAS |
| Maximum Internal Capacity | 8 TB |
| Ethernet Ports | 1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| USB Ports | 2 |
| Protocols | CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, HTTP/HTTPS |
| Power Supply | External AC adapter |
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