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Western Digital My Cloud EX2 Ultra User Manual

Western Digital My Cloud EX2 Ultra
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My Cloud EX2 Ultra
Private Cloud Storage
User Manual

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Western Digital My Cloud EX2 Ultra Specifications

General IconGeneral
RAID levels0, 1, JBOD
Storage drive size3.5 \
Hot-swap drive bays-
Storage drive capacity6000 GB
Supported file systemsFAT, FAT32, HFS, NTFS, ext2, ext3, ext4
Storage drive interfaceSerial ATA III
Storage drives installedYes
Installed storage drive typeHDD
Total installed storage capacity12 TB
Number of storage drives installed2
USB 2.0 ports quantity0
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Chassis typeDesktop
Cooling typeActive
Product colorBlack
LED indicatorsStatus
Processor modelArmada 385
Processor familyMarvell
Processor frequency1.3 GHz
On-board graphics card modelNot available
Internal memory1 GB
Internal memory typeDDR3
Operating system installedMy Cloud OS
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 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 8.1, 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
Wi-FiNo
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
TypeNAS
Device classHome & Home Office
Backup featuresCloud
Security algorithms256-bit AES
AC input voltage100-240 V
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Power supply locationExternal
Storage temperature (T-T)-40 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 35 °C
Cables includedLAN (RJ-45)
Harmonized System (HS) code84714100
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth154.94 mm
Width99.06 mm
Height171.45 mm
Weight2400 g

Summary

WD Service and Support

Accessing Online Support

Provides information on accessing WD's product support website for downloads, registration, and knowledge base.

Contacting WD Technical Support

Lists phone numbers for technical support by region for assistance with product issues.

Important User Information

Important Safety Instructions

Details safety precautions for installation, use, and servicing of the device to prevent injury or damage.

Product Overview

About the System and Features

Describes the My Cloud EX2 Ultra NAS device, its features, drive management, and data protection.

Package Contents and Handling Precautions

Lists the items included in the box and provides precautions for handling the device.

Getting Started

Physically Connecting the Device

Step-by-step guide for connecting the My Cloud EX2 Ultra device to a home or small office network.

Setup Procedures

Instructions for initial device setup using online software or alternative methods.

Accessing Your Cloud Remotely

Enabling Cloud Access and Mobile Apps

Steps to enable remote cloud access and use mobile apps for file management.

Managing Users, Groups, and Shares

User and Group Management

Guides for adding, editing, and managing user accounts and groups with permissions.

Share Management

Steps to create, configure, and manage shares (folders) for storing and accessing files.

The Dashboard at a Glance

Dashboard Navigation and Home Page

Overview of launching the dashboard, its home page layout, and navigation icons.

Device Status and Alerts

How to view device status, system health, firmware updates, and manage alerts.

Backing Up and Retrieving Files

Backup Methods Overview

Overview of the different backup methods supported: USB, Remote, Internal, and Cloud.

USB, Remote, and Cloud Backups

Detailed steps for creating and managing USB, Remote, and Cloud backup jobs.

Managing Storage on My Cloud EX2 Ultra

Storage Types and RAID

Overview of storage types including RAID, modes, and how to change RAID settings.

iSCSI and Volume Virtualization

Explanation of iSCSI storage, target creation, and volume virtualization for scalability.

Managing Apps on My Cloud EX2 Ultra

App Management

Guides on adding, deleting, updating, and managing apps to enhance device functionality.

Playing/Streaming Videos, Photos, & Music

Media Server Configuration

How to configure the device as a media server for DLNA and iTunes devices.

Accessing Media with Players and iTunes

Steps to stream media using various players and access music files via iTunes.

Configuring Settings

General and Network Settings

How to configure general device settings, language, clock, and network options.

Firmware Updates and Notifications

Procedures for updating device firmware and setting up email/SMS notifications.

Replacing a Drive

Drive Replacement Procedures

Includes identifying a faulty drive, removing, inserting, and returning drives.

Regulatory and Warranty Information

Regulatory Compliance

Compliance information for FCC, ICES/NMB-003, Safety, CE, and GS Mark standards.

Warranty Information (All Regions Except Australia/New Zealand)

Details on obtaining service and the limited warranty terms for most regions.

Appendices

Appendix A: My Cloud EX2 Ultra Quick User Guide

A quick guide for My Cloud EX2 Ultra users, covering basic operations and dashboard navigation.

Appendix G: Technical Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications of the My Cloud EX2 Ultra device, including dimensions, power, and compatibility.

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