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Cisco Linksys NAS200 - User Manual

Cisco Linksys NAS200
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USER GUIDE
Network Storage System
with 2 Bays
Model: NAS200

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Cisco Linksys NAS200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelNAS200
CategoryNetwork Storage Server
Drive Bays2
Hard Drive InterfaceSATA
ManufacturerCisco
Max Internal Capacity2TB
Network InterfaceGigabit Ethernet
USB Ports2 x USB 2.0
Supported ProtocolsHTTP
RAID SupportRAID 0, RAID 1
File System SupportFAT32
Power SupplyExternal Power Adapter
Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Mac, Linux

Summary

About This Guide

Icon Descriptions

Explains various icons used in the guide for emphasis and warnings.

Online Resources

Lists website addresses for support, glossary, and security.

Copyright and Trademarks

Details Linksys and Cisco trademarks and copyright information.

Chapter 1: Product Overview

Front Panel

Describes the components and LEDs on the front of the Network Storage System.

Back Panel

Details the ports and buttons located on the rear of the Network Storage System.

Drive Bay Doors

Explains how to access and use the drive bay doors for hard drive installation.

Notification Sounds

Lists system sounds and their meanings for status indication.

Chapter 2: Configuration Using the Setup Wizard

How to Access the Setup Wizard

Step-by-step instructions to launch and use the setup wizard from the CD-ROM.

Set up Computer

Guides on configuring another computer to use the Network Storage System.

Set up Second Drive

Instructions for adding and configuring a second hard drive to the system.

Hard Drive Installation

Details the physical installation steps for a second hard drive.

Drive Configuration

Explains options for configuring drive usage like RAID or separate disks.

Backup Software

Instructions for installing third-party backup software.

Advanced Setup

Guides on accessing the web-based utility for advanced configurations.

Install Utility

Instructions for installing the Network Drive Mapping Utility.

Install Backup Software

Step-by-step process for installing backup software using the wizard.

Login Screen

Shows the screen for entering login credentials for the web utility.

Install Utility

Instructions for installing the Network Drive Mapping Utility.

Install Drive Mapping Utility

Guides on installing the drive mapping utility via the setup wizard.

Shared Folder Mapping

Steps to map a shared folder to a network drive.

Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration

How to Access the Web-Based Utility

Instructions to access the system's web interface via a browser.

Login Screen

Displays the login screen for accessing the web-based utility.

Access My Files

Option to access folders and change passwords within the web utility.

My Files > Files

Lists accessible folders, including public and private ones.

My Files > My Downloads

Manages download tasks for the Network Storage System.

My Files > Personal Info

Allows users to change their password and personal information.

Administration > Status

Displays current system status, disk status, and network information.

Disk Status

Provides detailed information about internal and external disk drives.

System Status

Shows system-wide information like server name, firmware, and IP address.

Administration > Users

Manages user accounts, including creating new users and setting permissions.

User Properties

Details settings for individual user accounts like password and disk quota.

Delete

Explains how to delete user accounts and their associated personal folders.

Administration > Shared Folders

Creates and manages shared folders for network access.

Share

Option to create new shared folders with specified display names and descriptions.

Edit

Allows modification of existing shared folder properties like display name.

Delete

Process for deleting shared folders and their contents.

Administration > System Options

Accesses settings for identification, IP address, DNS, WINS, and alerts.

Identification

Configures server name, comment, and workgroup settings.

IP Address

Settings for obtaining IP address automatically or configuring a static IP.

DNS Server

Configures DNS server addresses for network name resolution.

WINS

Settings for registering the system with a WINS server.

DDNS

Enables Dynamic Domain Name System for remote access.

Date & Time

Sets the system's time zone, daylight saving, and manual date/time.

E-Mail Alert

Configures email notifications for system problems.

Scheduled Shutdown

Configures automatic daily or weekly shutdown times.

Download Manager

Enables and configures the feature for scheduling downloads.

UPnP

Enables Universal Plug and Play for network discovery.

Options

Various settings including guest logins, FTP server, and HTTP port.

Firmware Upgrade

Instructions to upgrade the system's firmware and manage configuration files.

Media Server

Configures the system to act as a media server for compatible devices.

Media Server

Details settings for enabling and scanning media content for the server.

Disk Utility

Provides tools to format or maintain installed hard drives.

Format Disk

Process to partition and format newly installed drives.

Scandisk

Checks drives for errors and corrects them.

Disk Configuration

Changes installed drive configurations like RAID or Separate Disks.

Volume Mode

Selects drive configuration settings like Separate Disks or JBOD/LVM.

Maximum Security

Configures Mirroring (RAID 1) for data redundancy.

Maximum Speed

Configures Striping (RAID 0) for increased performance.

Chapter 4: Use

Access to the Network Storage System

Explains how users can access the system via Windows or web browser.

Windows Access

Steps to access the storage system from Windows computers.

Web Access

Instructions for accessing the system using a web browser.

My Files > Files

Displays accessible folders, including public and private ones.

My Files > My Downloads

Manages download tasks for the Network Storage System.

My Files > Personal Info

Allows users to change their password and personal information.

USB Storage Devices

Information on connecting and using USB storage devices.

How to Add a USB Storage Device

Steps to connect a USB device to the system.

How to Remove a USB Storage Device

Procedure for safely ejecting a connected USB device.

How to Use the Network Drive Mapping Utility

Guides on mapping shared folders or USB devices to drive letters.

How to Map a Shared Folder

Steps to map a shared folder to a drive letter using the utility.

How to Map a USB Storage Device

Steps to map a USB storage device as a network drive.

How to Remove a USB Storage Device

Final steps for safely removing a USB storage device.

Desktop Icon

How to use the desktop icon for the mapping utility.

Program Folder

Accessing the utility via the program folder.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

The Setup Wizard does not detect any Network Storage Systems.

Steps to resolve issues where the setup wizard cannot find the device.

You cannot access the web-based utility of the Network Storage System.

Solutions for problems accessing the system's web interface.

You were not able to map a shared folder using the Network Drive Mapping Utility.

Guidance on mapping shared folders when the utility fails.

Appendix B: Specifications

Appendix C: Warranty Information

Limited Warranty

Details the warranty period, coverage, and limitations for the hardware product.

Exclusions and Limitations

Lists conditions under which the warranty does not apply.

Obtaining Warranty Service

How to get technical support and process warranty claims.

Appendix D: Regulatory Information

FCC Statement

Compliance information regarding FCC rules for digital devices.

Safety Notices

Important safety precautions for using the product.

Industry Canada Statement

Compliance information for Canadian digital apparatus.

Appendix E: Software License Agreement

Software in Linksys Products

Information about software included with Linksys products and licensing.

Software Licenses

Where to find applicable software licenses and open source terms.

Schedule 1 - Linksys Software License Agreement

The primary license agreement for Linksys proprietary software.

Schedule 2

License terms for GNU General Public License (GPL) software.

GNU General Public License

Detailed terms and conditions for copying, distribution, and modification.

GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE

Terms and conditions for copying, distribution, and modification.

Schedule 3

License terms for GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) software.

GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE

Terms and conditions for copying, distribution, and modification.

OpenSSL License

License terms for software developed by the OpenSSL Project.

Original SSLeay License

License terms for cryptographic software by Eric Young.

Schedule 4

License terms for software developed under the OpenSSL license.

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