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Ctera C200
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User Guide
CTERA C-Series
July 2013
Version 4.0

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Summary

Safety Warnings

Legal Information

CTERA End User License Agreement

The legal terms and conditions for using the CTERA software.

CTERA Limited Hardware Warranty

Details the warranty terms for the CTERA hardware product.

GNU General Public Licenses

Information regarding the GNU General Public License versions.

Apache License

Details the terms of the Apache License, Version 2.0.

Declaration of Conformity

Statements of compliance with regulatory standards and directives.

Introduction to CTERA Cloud Attached Storage

About Cloud Attached Storage

Explains the concept of cloud-attached storage and its benefits.

About Your CTERA Cloud Attached Storage Appliance

Describes the features and capabilities of the CTERA appliance.

Contacting Technical Support

Provides contact information for obtaining technical assistance.

CTERA C200 Specifications and Installation

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the CTERA C200 appliance package.

Rear Panel Overview

Details the connections and ports on the appliance's rear panel.

Front Panel Overview

Describes the LEDs and indicators on the appliance's front panel.

C200 Technical Specifications

Outlines the hardware and software specifications of the CTERA C200.

Hardware and Software Requirements

Lists prerequisites for installing and using the CTERA C200 appliance.

C200 Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for installing the CTERA C200 appliance.

Installing and Removing SATA Hard Drives

Instructions for installing and removing SATA hard drives in the CTERA C200.

Connecting USB Drives to CTERA C200

Explains how to connect USB drives to the CTERA C200 appliance.

CTERA C400 Specifications and Installation

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the CTERA C400 appliance package.

Rear Panel Overview

Details the connections and ports on the appliance's rear panel.

Front Panel Overview

Describes the indicators and trays on the appliance's front panel.

C400 Technical Specifications

Outlines the hardware and software specifications of the CTERA C400.

Hardware and Software Requirements

Lists prerequisites for installing and using the CTERA C400 appliance.

C400 Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for installing the CTERA C400 appliance.

Installing and Removing SATA Hard Drives

Instructions for installing and removing SATA hard drives in the CTERA C400.

Connecting USB Drives to CTERA C400

Explains how to connect USB drives to the CTERA C400 appliance.

Getting Started with Your CTERA Appliance

Connecting to the Appliance Web Interface

Guides users on how to access the appliance's web interface.

First-Time Web Interface Login

Details the process for logging into the web interface for the first time.

Standard Web Interface Login

Explains how to log in to the appliance's web interface regularly.

Navigating the Web Interface

Overview of the web interface layout and navigation elements.

Using the Configuration Tab

Explains how to use the Configuration tab for appliance settings.

Accessing Online Help

Instructions on how to access the built-in help resources.

Initial Appliance Setup Wizard

Guides users through the initial setup of the CTERA appliance.

Logging Out of the Web Interface

Provides instructions on how to properly log out of the web interface.

Using Cloud Services

Connecting to Your CTERA Portal Account

Steps to connect the appliance to the CTERA portal for cloud services.

Viewing Service Status Information

How to check the status of cloud services and portal connection.

Modifying Cloud Connection Settings

Instructions for changing CTERA portal connection details.

Reconnecting and Disconnecting Cloud Services

Procedures for managing the connection to cloud services.

Accessing Your CTERA Portal Account

Guide to accessing the CTERA portal for account management.

Using Remote Access

Explains how to enable and use remote access to the appliance.

Cloud Drive Synchronization

Details on synchronizing data between cloud drive and local folders.

Managing Storage

Storage Overview and Array Types

Explains storage concepts, arrays, and different RAID types.

Storage Setup Workflow

Outlines the process for setting up storage on the appliance.

Setting Up Storage Using the Storage Setup Wizard

Step-by-step guide for configuring storage using the setup wizard.

Manually Setting Up Storage

Instructions for manually configuring storage and arrays.

Working with iSCSI Targets

How to configure iSCSI targets for SAN volume access.

Installing and Safely Removing Hard Drives

Procedures for installing and safely removing hard drives.

RAID Array Disk Management

Covers hot-swapping disks and enlarging RAID arrays.

Working with Volume Snapshots

Snapshot Overview and Terminology

Introduces volume snapshots and defines key terms.

Snapshot Workflow and Scheduling

Outlines the process for using snapshots and scheduling them.

Snapshot Retention Policy Configuration

Explains how to configure policies for retaining snapshots.

Manual Snapshot Operations

Steps for manually taking and viewing snapshots.

Deleting and Restoring Snapshots

Procedures for deleting snapshots and restoring data from them.

Sharing Files and Network Shares

Sharing Files Overview and Workflow

Introduces file sharing and the overall workflow.

Managing Network Shares

How to create, edit, and delete network shares.

Configuring File Sharing Protocols

Setting up protocols like SMB, NFS, FTP, and AFP.

Using Home Directories and Guest Invitations

Features for managing user home directories and sharing via invitations.

Collaborating on Projects

Enables users to collaborate on files and projects.

Accessing Network Shares

How users can access shared network resources.

Using Cloud Backup

About CTERA Cloud Backup Service

Explains the benefits and functionality of CTERA's cloud backup service.

Cloud Backup Workflow

Outlines the steps for configuring and performing cloud backups.

Selecting Files;Folders and Backup Sets

How to choose data for backup and create backup sets.

Scheduling and Managing Cloud Backups

Configuring automatic backups, suspending, and resuming the service.

Restoring Files and Configurations from Backup

Procedures for restoring backed-up files and appliance configurations.

Synchronizing Folders

Folder Synchronization Overview and Workflow

Introduces folder synchronization methods and workflow.

Setting Up Clientless Backup

Guides on configuring clientless backup from network shares.

Setting Up Sync Rules

How to create and manage rules for folder synchronization.

Centrally Managing CTERA Agents

Agent Overview and Licensing

Introduces CTERA Agents, licensing, and management overview.

Downloading and Installing CTERA Agent

Step-by-step guide for downloading and installing the CTERA Agent.

Configuring Global and Agent-Specific Settings

How to set global options and agent-specific backup configurations.

Managing Agent Backup Operations

Covers manual backups, stopping operations, and disabling agents.

Viewing Agent Status and Details

How to monitor agent status and view detailed information.

Monitoring and Deleting CTERA Agents

Procedures for monitoring agent activity and removing agents.

Managing Users and User Groups

User Management Overview

Explains how to add, edit, and manage user accounts.

Adding and Editing Users

Step-by-step instructions for creating and modifying user accounts.

Inviting Users to Install CTERA Agent

How to invite users to install the CTERA Agent via email.

Allocating Disk Quotas to Users

How to limit storage space allocated to individual users.

Deleting Users and User Groups

Procedures for removing user accounts and groups.

Adding and Editing User Groups

Steps for creating and managing user groups.

Managing Network Settings

Configuring Network Settings

How to set up IP addresses, DNS, and gateway settings.

Configuring Port Settings

Adjusting Ethernet port speed, duplex, and jumbo frames.

Viewing Network and Port Status

How to check current network connection and port status.

DHCP Lease Renewal and Link Aggregation

Managing DHCP lease and configuring link aggregation for performance.

Setting Up File Search

File Search Enable;Disable and Workflow

How to enable, disable, and use the file search feature.

Scheduling File Index Updates

Configuring automatic updates for the file search index.

Manually Starting Index Updates

How to manually initiate an index update for file search.

Using the File Manager

File Manager Overview and Navigation

Explains the File Manager interface and how to navigate folders.

Downloading and Uploading Files;Folders

Procedures for downloading files from and uploading files to the appliance.

Creating, Renaming, and Deleting Files;Folders

Basic file and folder management operations in the File Manager.

Managing Projects and Network Shares

Using File Manager for projects and network share management.

Searching for Files and Browser Integration

How to search for files and add the appliance as a browser search provider.

Viewing Previous File Versions

Accessing and viewing previous versions of files and folders.

Monitoring Your CTERA Appliance

Viewing the Status Dashboard

Provides an overview of appliance status, disk, and volume information.

Disk Drive and Activity Monitoring

Detailed information on disk drives, health, and activity.

Configuring and Viewing Logs

How to configure logging settings and view system, backup, and access logs.

Configuring Email Alerts

Setting up email alerts for important appliance events.

Maintenance Procedures

Viewing Appliance Details and Configuring Settings

How to view appliance information and configure name, location, time, date, and language.

Firmware Updates and Settings Export;Import

Procedures for updating firmware and managing appliance settings.

UPS Device Details and Appliance Reset

Viewing UPS info and resetting the appliance to default settings.

Restarting, Shutting Down, and Managing Power

Steps for restarting, shutting down, and managing appliance power usage.

Ctera C200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor family-
RAID levels0, 1, JBOD
Hot-swap drive baysYes
Storage drive capacity- GB
Supported file systemsext3, FAT32, NTFS
Storage drive interfaceSerial ATA
Total installed storage capacity- TB
Maximum supported storage capacity6 TB
Number of storage drives supported2
Wi-FiNo
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Supported network protocolsCIFS, NFS, AFP, FTP, WebDAV, rsync
Compliance industry standardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity0
Security algorithms256-bit AES
Chassis typeDesktop
Product colorBlack, Silver
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Sustainability certificatesRoHS
CertificationFCC, CE, WEEE
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth210 mm
Width95 mm
Height165.5 mm
Weight1100 g

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