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Drobo 5N User Manual

Drobo 5N
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Drobo 5N Getting Started Guide

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Drobo 5N Specifications

General IconGeneral
Storage drive size3.5 \
Storage drive capacity3000 GB
Storage drive interfaceSerial ATA III
Storage drives installedYes
Installed storage drive typeHDD
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Total installed storage capacity9 TB
Maximum supported storage capacity- TB
Number of storage drives installed3
Number of storage drives supported5
Wi-FiNo
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Supported network protocolsCIFS, SMB, AFP
USB 2.0 ports quantity0
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Chassis typeDesktop
Cooling typeActive
Product colorBlack
Cable lock slot typeKensington
TypeStorage server
Device classHome & Home Office
Operating system installed-
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 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 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Output current12.5 A
Output voltage12 V
AC input voltage100-240 V
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Power supply locationExternal
Power supply unit (PSU) capacity150 W
Cables includedLAN (RJ-45)
Internal memory- GB
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth262.3 mm
Width150.3 mm
Height185.4 mm

Summary

Before You Begin

Product Features at a Glance

Provides a quick overview of the Drobo 5N's features via images and labels.

Checking Box Contents

Lists the components included in the Drobo 5N product box for verification.

Checking System Requirements

Ensures operating system and cable interface compatibility with the Drobo 5N.

Operating Systems Supported

Lists the operating systems compatible with the Drobo 5N device.

Connectivity Interfaces Supported for the Drobo 5N

Details the network connection methods supported by the Drobo 5N.

Checking the Hardware You Need

Selecting Drives

Guidance on choosing compatible hard disk drives (HDDs) and SSDs for the Drobo 5N.

Determining Drive Space Requirements

Explains how to estimate usable storage space based on drive configuration and redundancy.

Using a Router or Switch with the Drobo 5N

Instructions for connecting the Drobo 5N to a network via a router or switch.

Using Power Protection

Recommendations for protecting the Drobo device from power issues like surges and outages.

Setting Up Your Drobo 5N

Installing Drobo Dashboard

Instructions for installing the Drobo Dashboard software on your computer.

Installing an mSATA SSD

Guide for installing an mSATA SSD into the Drobo Accelerator Bay for accelerated performance.

Inserting the Drives

Detailed steps on how to physically install hard drives into the Drobo 5N drive bays.

Connecting the Cables and Turning on Your Drobo 5N

Instructions for connecting power and network cables and powering on the device.

Setting the Administrator Username and Password

Steps to set up administrator credentials for securing access to the Drobo device.

Where to Go Next

Implementing Best Practices

Recommendations for safeguarding data and implementing digital asset management strategies.

Keeping Your Software Up to Date

Importance of keeping Drobo Dashboard and firmware updated for optimal performance and security.

Checking for Software Updates Automatically

How to configure automatic software and firmware update checks within Drobo Dashboard.

Checking for Software Updates Now

Procedure to manually check for available software and firmware updates through Drobo Dashboard.

Manually Updating Firmware from the Website

Steps to download and install firmware updates directly from the Drobo website.

Safely Shutting Down Your Drobo 5N

Instructions on how to properly shut down the Drobo 5N to prevent data corruption or loss.

Safely Shutting Down Your Drobo 5N Using Drobo Dashboard

The recommended method for safely shutting down the Drobo 5N via the Drobo Dashboard application.

Safely Shutting Down Your Drobo 5N Manually

Alternative method for safely shutting down the Drobo 5N without using the Drobo Dashboard.

Accessing Help and Documentation

Guidance on using the online user guide and context-sensitive help features.

Using the Knowledge Base

Accessing Drobo's searchable knowledge base for answers to common questions.

Registering Your Drobo 5N

Steps to register the Drobo 5N device for warranty and support purposes via Drobo Dashboard.

Getting Support

Information on how to obtain technical support, register products, and create diagnostic files.

Copyright, Safety and Limited Warranty Information

Copyright and Warranty

Legal notices, trademarks, and general warranty terms for Drobo products.

Safety

Important safety precautions for operating and installing Drobo devices to ensure user safety.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Detailed safety warnings covering heat, power cords, liquid entry, electric shock, and drive handling.

Drobo Specifications & Systems Requirements

Technical specifications and system requirements for the Drobo 5N and other Drobo models.

LIMITED WARRANTY – NORTH AMERICA AND ASIA PACIFIC

COVERAGE

Details the scope and duration of the limited warranty for Drobo products in North America and Asia.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Outlines what is not covered by the Drobo warranty and its limitations for users.

CONSUMER PROTECTION LAWS

Explains how consumer protection laws interact with the Drobo limited warranty.

OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

Instructions on how to get product replacement or repair service, including RMA procedures.

LIMITED WARRANTY - EMEA

WHAT THIS DOCUMENT IS ABOUT

Explains the purpose of the EMEA limited warranty document and its relation to statutory rights.

IMPORTANT EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Key exclusions and limitations of the Drobo EMEA limited warranty, including data responsibility.

CONSUMER PROTECTION LAWS

Consumer rights and regulations applicable to the Drobo EMEA warranty and local laws.

OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

Procedures for obtaining warranty service for Drobo products in the EMEA region.