N2200-4000 - NAS Origin Storage - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Network Attached Storage (NAS)
Brand	Origin Storage
Model	N2200-4000
Number of Drive Bays	2
Supported Drive Form Factor	3.5" SATA HDD / 2.5" SATA SSD
Processor	Dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 1.2 GHz
Memory	1 GB DDR3 RAM
Ethernet Ports	1 x Gigabit RJ-45
USB Ports	2 x USB 2.0 Host
Dimensions (W x D x H)	165 x 108 x 222 mm (6.5 x 4.25 x 8.74 in)
Weight	Approx. 2.1 kg (4.63 lb) without drives
Power Supply	External adapter, 12V DC, 5A (60W)
Power Consumption	Typical 30W (with 2 HDDs)
Supported RAID Levels	JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1
File System (Internal)	EXT4, Btrfs
Network Protocols	SMB/CIFS, NFS, AFP, FTP, HTTP/HTTPS
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Humidity	20% to 80% RH non-condensing
Maintenance	Keep vents clean; avoid dust; update firmware regularly
Safety	Power off before inserting/removing drives; use surge protector
Spare Parts & Repairability	Replaceable hard drives, power adapter; contact support for other parts

Frequently Asked Questions - N2200-4000 Origin Storage

How do I perform the initial setup of the N2200-4000 NAS?

Connect the NAS to your network and power it on. Use the Origin Storage Setup Wizard from a web browser by entering the device's IP address. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure RAID, share folders, and create user accounts.

What RAID configurations are supported?

The N2200-4000 supports JBOD, RAID 0 (striping), and RAID 1 (mirroring). For data redundancy, choose RAID 1.

Can I access my files remotely?

Yes, enable Remote Access in the NAS settings. You can use the Origin Cloud service or set up DDNS and port forwarding on your router.

How do I replace a failed hard drive?

Power off the NAS, remove the failed drive, insert a new one of equal or larger capacity, power on, and use the RAID Management tool to rebuild the array.

What is the default username and password?

Default credentials are admin (username) and admin (password). It is strongly recommended to change the password after first login.

How do I update the firmware?

Download the latest firmware from the Origin Storage support website. In the NAS web interface, go to System Update, upload the firmware file, and follow the prompts.

Can I use the NAS as a media server?

Yes, install the Media Server app from the app center. It supports DLNA/UPnP streaming to devices like smart TVs, consoles, and media players.

How do I back up my computer to the NAS?

Use the bundled Origin Backup software for Windows/Mac, or configure Time Machine for macOS. You can also set up Rsync for scheduled backups.

What file sharing protocols are available?

The NAS supports SMB/CIFS (Windows), AFP (Mac), NFS (Linux), FTP, and WebDAV. Enable the ones you need in File Services.

How do I reset the NAS to factory settings?

On the back of the unit, press and hold the Reset button for 10 seconds while powered on. The NAS will reboot with default settings. Note: this erases all configurations.

USER MANUAL N2200-4000 Origin Storage

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Thecus N2200

Combo NAS

FW v3.00.08

User Manual

Copyright and Trademark Notice

Thecus and other names of Thecus products are registered trademarks of Thecus Technology Corp. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, iTunes and Apple OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Copyright © 2009 Thecus Technology Corporation. All rights reserved.

About This Manual

All information in this manual has been carefully verified to ensure its correctness. In case of an error, please provide us with your feedback. Thecus Technology Corporation reserves the right to modify the contents of this manual without notice.

Product name: Thecus N2200

Manual Version: 1.2

Release Date: April 2010

Limited Warranty

Thecus Technology Corporation guarantees all components of Thecus N2200 are thoroughly tested before they leave the factory and should function normally under general usage. In case of any system malfunctions, Thecus Technology Corporation and its local representatives and dealers are responsible for repair without cost to the customer if the product fails within the warranty period and under normal usage. Thecus Technology Corporation is not responsible for any damage or loss of data deemed to be caused by its products. It is highly recommended that users conduct necessary back-up practices.

Safety Warnings

For your safety, please read and follow the following safety warnings:

Read this manual thoroughly before attempting to set up your N2200.
Your N2200 is a complicated electronic device. DO NOT attempt to repair it under any circumstances. In the case of malfunction, turn off the power immediately and have it repaired at a qualified service center. Contact your vendor for details.
DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord and DO NOT place the power cord in an area where it can be stepped on. Carefully place connecting cables to avoid stepping or tripping on them.
Your N2200 can operate normally under temperatures between 0^ C and 40^ C, with relative humidity of 20% – 85%. Using the N2200 under extreme environmental conditions could damage the unit.
Ensure that the N2200 is provided with the correct supply voltage (AC 100V \~ 240V, 50/60 Hz, 5A). Plugging the N2200 to an incorrect power source could damage the unit.
Do NOT expose the N2200 to dampness, dust, or corrosive liquids.
Do NOT place the N2200 on any uneven surfaces.
DO NOT place the N2200 in direct sunlight or expose it to other heat sources.
DO NOT use chemicals or aerosols to clean the N2200. Unplug the power cord and all connected cables before cleaning.
DO NOT place any objects on the N2200 or obstruct its ventilation slots to avoid overheating the unit.
Keep packaging out of the reach of children.
If disposing of the device, please follow your local regulations for the safe disposal of electronic products to protect the environment.

Table of Contents

Copyright and Trademark Notice 2

About This Manual 2

Limited Warranty.... 2

Safety Warnings 3

Table of Contents 4

Chapter 1: Introduction......8

Overview 8

Product Highlights 8

File Server 8

FTP Server 8

iTunes Server....8

Media Server....9

Backup Server....9

Printer Server....9

Superior Power Management....9

Package Contents 9

Front Panel 10

Rear Panel 11

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation .... 13

Overview 13

Before You Begin 13

Hard Disk Installation.... 13

Cable Connections 14

Chapter 3: First Time Setup ...... 16

Overview 16

Thecus Smart Utility 16

USB Copy 20

Typical Setup Procedure 20

Step 1: Network Setup ...... 20

Step 2: RAID Creation 20

Step 3: Create Local Users or Setup Authentication.... 20

Step 4: Create Folders and Set Up ACLs 21

Step 5: Start Services 21

Chapter 4: System Administration ...... 22

Overview 22

Web Administration Interface.... 22

Menu Bar 22

Message Bar 23

Logout.... 24

Language Selection.... 24

System Information 24

Product Information 24

System/Service Status 25

Logs.... 25

System Management 27

Time: Setting System Time.... 27

Notification Configuration.... 28

Firmware Upgrade 28

Schedule Power On/Off 29

UPS Setting 30

Utility 31

Administrator Password.... 31

Config Mgmt 31

Factory default.... 32

Reboot & Shutdown 32

File System Check 32

System Network 34

LAN Configuration.... 34

Samba / CIFS.... 35

Samba Service.... 36

Samba Recycle Bin 36

AFP (Apple Network Setup) 36

NFS Setup 36

FTP 37

Media Server 38

Media Manager Settings 38

Shared Media Folders 39

Connecting DMAs to the Media Server 39

HTTP/ Web Disk 39

UPnP 40

Nsync Target 40

Bonjour Setting 41

Storage Management 41

Disks Information 41

S.M.A.R.T. Information.... 42

Bad Block Scan.... 43

RAID Information 43

Create a RAID.... 44

RAID Level 45

Edit RAID 46

Remove RAID 46

Share Folder 46

Adding Folders 47

Modify Folders 47

Remove Folders 48

NFS Share 49

Folder and Sub-Folder Access Control List (ACL).... 50

ISO Mount 52

A. Add an ISO file.... 52

User and Group Authentication.... 55

Local User Configuration 55

Add Users.... 55

Edit Users.... 56

Remove Users.... 57

Local Group Configuration.... 57

Add Groups 58

Edit Groups 58

Remove Groups 59

Batch Create Users and Groups 59

Application Server 60

Printer Information 60

Windows XP SP2 61

Windows Vista.... 61

iTunes® Server 64

Module Management 65

Module Installation 65

System Module 65

User Module.... 65

Backup....66

Nsync.... 66

Add Nsync Task 66

Setting Up an Nsync Target on an Nsync Device.... 68

Setting Up an Nsync Target on Another Device 68

Designating N2200 as an Nsync Target 68

Chapter 5: Using the N2200....69

Overview 69

Login Page.... 69

Using WebDisk 69

Photo Server....71

Windows XP Publishing Wizard 72

Managing Albums and Photos 77

Creating Albums 78

Password Protecting Albums.... 78

Uploading Pictures to Albums 78

EXIF Information 78

Slide Shows 79

Mapping a Client PC to the N2200....79

Windows....79

Apple OS X 79

Chapter 6: Tips and Tricks 81

USB Storage Expansion 81

Replacing Damaged Hard Drives.... 81

Hard Drive Damage 81

Replacing a Hard Drive 81

RAID Auto-Rebuild 82

Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 83

Forgot My Network IP Address 83

Resetting NAS IP Address and Admin Password 83

Can't Map a Network Drive in Windows XP 83

Restoring Factory Defaults.... 83

Problems with Time and Date Settings 84

Appendix A: Product Specifications 85

Hardware Specifications 85

Software Specifications 85

Appendix B: Customer Support.... 87

Appendix C: RAID Basics 88

Overview 88

Benefits.... 88

Improved Performance 88

Data Security 88

RAID Levels 88

RAID 0 88

RAID 1 88

JBOD....89

Stripe Size 89

Disk Usage 89

Appendix D: UPS Compatibility List 90

Appendix E: Licensing Information.... 93

Overview 93

Source Code Availability 93

CGIC License Terms.... 94

GNU General Public License 94

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

Thank you for choosing the Thecus N2200 IP Storage Server. The Thecus N2200 is an easy-to-use storage server that allows a dedicated approach to storing and distributing data on a network. Data reliability is ensured with RAID features that provide data security and recovery. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency, allowing the N2200 to take over file management functions, increase application and data sharing and provide faster data response. The N2200 offers data mobility with a disk roaming feature that lets you hot swap working hard drives for use in another N2200, securing the continuity of data in the event of hardware failure. The N2200 allows data consolidation and sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple OS X environments. The N2200's user-friendly GUI supports multiple languages.

Product Highlights

File Server

First and foremost, the N2200 allows you to store and share files over an IP network. With a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, you can centralize your files and share them easily over your network. With the easy-to-use web-based interface, users on your network can access these files in a snap.

To learn about the Web User Interface, go to Chapter 5: Using the N2200 > Using WebDisk.

FTP Server

With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and download files to your N2200 over the Internet with their favorite FTP programs. You can create user accounts so that only authorized users have access.

To set up the FTP Server, refer to

Chapter 4: System Network> FTP.

iTunes Server

With the built-in iTunes server capability, the N2200 enables digital music to be shared and played anywhere on the network!

To set up the iTunes Server, refer to

Chapter 4: Application Server>iTunes Configuration.

Media Server

With the built-in Media Server capability, the N2200 provides media streaming service to stand-alone networked home media adapters that support the UPnP AV protocol or are Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) standard compliant.

To set up the Media Server, refer to

Chapter 4: System Network >Media Server.

Backup Server

Don't leave precious data to chance. With advanced backup capabilities, you can easily upload mission critical files to the N2200, and even automate your backup tasks for true peace-of-mind.

To find out how to backup your files with the N2200, refer to

Chapter 4: Backup >Nsync.

Printer Server

With the N2200's Printer Server, you can easily share an IPP printer with other PCs connected to your network.

To set up the Printer Server, refer to

Chapter 4: Application Server>Printer Information.

Superior Power Management

N2200 supports schedule power on/off. With this feature, administrator can set at what time to turn on or off the system. This feature is a big plus for people who want to conserve energy. To schedule system on and off, refer to

Chapter 4: System Management> Scheduled Power On/Off

Package Contents

Your N2200 package should contain the following items:

• N2200 Unit x1
  ● (2.5"+3.5") HDD Tray x2 (Installed)
  ● Power Adaptor + Power cord x1
  ● QIG (Quick Installation Guide) x1
• CD-Title x1 (Universal CD) x1
• Ethernet Cable x1
• Screw Kit bag x1
• HDD Compatibility list Card x1
  ● Multiple Languages Warranty Card x1

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Please check to see if your package is complete. If you find that some items are missing, contact your dealer.

Front Panel

The Thecus N2200's front panel has the device's controls, indicators, and hard disk trays:

Front Panel
Item Description
Power LED	Solid blue: system is readyBlinking Blue: system is re-build
Power Button • Power on/off N2200
LCD	Displays current system status and messages
	HDD 1 LED	Blinking Yellow: HDD activityBlinking Red: HDD failure
	HDD 2 LED	Blinking Yellow: HDD activityBlinking Red: HDD failure
	WAN LED • Blinking green: network activity
	USB Copy	Blinking Blue: USB Copy activityBlinking Red: USB Copy failure
HDD Tray • Two HDD D trays support 2x 3.5" or 2 x 2.5" HDDs
USB Copy Button	Copy USB storage contents to N2200
USB Port	USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras, USB disks, USB printers, and USB wireless dongles**Note: For supported USB wireless dongles, please [e-mail]

Rear Panel

The N2200 rear panel features ports and connectors.

Back Panel
Item Description
System Fan • System fan that exhausts heat from the unit
LAN Port	• LAN port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch

or router

Reset Button

- Resets the N2200

- Immediately press the Reset button on the back. This will reset your network setting, password.

- USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras, USB disks, and USB printers

DC IN • For connect the power adaptor

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

Overview

Your N2200 is designed for easy installation. To help you get started, the following chapter will help you quickly get your N2200 up and running. Please read it carefully to prevent damaging your unit during installation.

Before You Begin

Before you begin, be sure to take the following precautions:

1. Read and understand the Safety Warnings outlined in the beginning of the manual.

2. If possible, wear an anti-static wrist strap during installation to prevent static discharge from damaging the sensitive electronic components on the N2200.

3. Be careful not to use magnetized screwdrivers around the N2200's electronic components.

Hard Disk Installation

The N2200 supports both 2.5" and 3.5" Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks. To install a hard disk into the N2200, follow the steps below:

1. Open front cover of the N2200.

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    A["Device 1"] --> B["Device 2"]
    B --> C["Device 3"]
    C --> D["Device 4"]

1. For 3.5" HDDs

a. Remove an HDD tray and install a 3.5" SATA hard disk onto it. b. Slide the HDD tray back into the N2200 until it snaps into place.

Three-step diagram showing a computer hard drive with internal components, no text or symbols present.

1. For 2.5" HDDs

a. Remove an HDD tray and install a 2.5" SATA hard disk onto it. b. Slide the HDD tray back into the N2200 until it snaps into place.

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Cable Connections

To connect the N2200 to your network, follow the steps below:

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network to the LAN port on the back panel of the N2200.

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1. Connect the provided power cord into the power socket on the back panel.

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1. Press the power button boot up the N2200.

Chapter 3: First Time Setup

Overview

Once the hardware is installed, physically connected to your network, and powered on, you can configure the N2200 so that it is accessible to your network users. There is one way to set up your N2200: using the Thecus Smart Utility. Follow the steps below for initial software setup.

Thecus Smart Utility

The handy Thecus Smart Utility makes configuring N2200 a snap. To configure the N2200 using the Smart Utility, perform the following steps:

1. Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive (the host PC must be connected to the network).
2. The Smart Utility should launch automatically. If not, please browse your CD-ROM drive and double click on autorun.exe. Click "N2200".

NOTE

For MAC OS X users, double click on Thecus Smart Utility Wizard .pkg file.

1. Select the N2200 that you like to configure. Press Next to continue.

1. First, please select System Installation Wizard.

1. Please select your installation mode, One Click Installation or Manual Installation.

1. After your installed HDDs are detected, select your desired RAID level. Press Next to continue.

1. The N2200 will automatically create several folders. Select your desired folder and map it to your local PC/NB as a Network Device.

1. Complete the N2200 Smart Utility Wizard.

A. You can access the N2200 Web Administrator interface by clicking the Start Brower button. The default password is "admin". You can also setup a backup task at this point by clicking the Setup backup task button.

B. Press Exit to exit the windows utility.

NOTE

The Thecus Smart Utility Wizard is designed for installation on systems running Windows XP/2000 or Mac OSX or later. Users with other operating systems will need to install the Thecus Smart Utility Wizard on a host machine with one of these operating systems before using the unit.

C. Press the Setup backup task button to configure backup tasks on your N2200.

- Single Task Quick Backup: Perform a single backup by selecting the source and destination.

- Manually Backup and Task List: Show all task information and options.

USB Copy

The USB Copy function enables you to copy files stored on USB devices such as USB disks and digital cameras to the N2200 with a press of a button. To use USB copy, follow the steps below:

1. Plug your USB device into an available USB port on the Front Panel.
2. Press the "USB Copy Button".
3. The N2200 will start copying USB disks connected to the front USB port. The LCD will display the USB copy progress and result.

Typical Setup Procedure

From the Web Administration Interface, you can begin to setup your N2200 for use on your network. Setting up the N2200 typically follows the five steps outlined below.

For more on how to use the Web Administration Interface, see

Chapter 4: Web Administration Interface.

Step 1: Network Setup

From the Web Administration Interface, you can configure the network settings of the N2200 for your network. You can access the Network menu from the menu bar. For details on how to configure your network settings, refer to

Chapter 4: System Network.

Step 2: RAID Creation

Next, administrators can configure their preferred RAID setting and build their RAID volume. You can access RAID settings from the menu bar of the Web Administration Interface by navigating to Storage Management > RAID Configuration.

For more information on configuring RAID, see

Chapter 4: System Management > RAID Configuration.

Don't know which RAID level to use? Find out more about the different RAID levels from Appendix C: RAID Basics.

Step 3: Create Local Users or Setup Authentication

Once the RAID is ready, you can begin to create local users for the N2200, or choose to setup authentication protocols.

For more on managing users, go to Chapter 4: User and Group Authentication.

Step 4: Create Folders and Set Up ACLs

Once users are introduced into your network, you can begin to create various folders on the N2200 and control user access to each using Folder Access Control Lists.

For more information on managing folders, see

Chapter 4: Storage Management > Share Folder.

To find out about configuring Folder Access Control Lists, see Chapter 4: Storage Management > Share Folder> Folder Access Control List (ACL).

Step 5: Start Services

Finally, you can start to setup the different services of the N2200 for the users on your network. You can find out more about each of these services by clicking below:

SMB/CIFS

Apple File Protocol (AFP)

Network File System (NFS)

File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

iTunes Server

Media Server

Printer Server

Photo Server

Chapter 4: System Administration

Overview

The N2200 provides an easily accessible Web Administration Interface. With it, you can configure and monitor the N2200 anywhere on the network.

Web Administration Interface

Make sure your network is connected to the Internet. To access the N2200 Web Administration Interface:

1. Type the N2200's IP address into your browser. (Default IP address is http://192.168.1.100)

NOTE

Your computer's network IP address must be on the same subnet as thN2200. If the N2200 has default IP address of 192.168.1.100, your managing PC IP address must be 192.168.1.x, where x is a number between 1 and 254, but not 100.

1. Login to the system using the administrator user name and password. The factory defaults are:

User Name: admin

Password: admin

Once you are logged in as an administrator, you will see the Web Administration Interface. From here, you can configure and monitor virtually every aspect of the N2200 from anywhere on the network.

Menu Bar

The Menu Bar is where you will find all of the information screens and system settings of the N2200. The various settings are placed in the following groups on the menu bar:

Menu Bar
Item Description
System Information Current system status of the N2200.
System Management Various N2200 system settings and information.
System Network Information and settings for network connections, as well as various services of the N2200.
Storage Information and settings for storage devices installed into the N2200.
User and Group Authentication	Allows configuration of users and groups.
Application Server Printer Server and iTunes Server to set up of the N2200.
Module Management System and user Module to install of the N2200.
Backup Category of Backup Features set up of the N2200.

Moving your cursor over any of these items will display the dropdown menu selections for each group.

In the following sections, you will find detailed explanations of each function, and how to configure your N2200.

Message Bar

You can get information about system status quickly by moving mouse over.

Message Bar
Item Status Description
	RAID Information.	Display the status of created RAID volume. Click to go to RAID information page as short cut.
	Disks Information.	Display the status of disks installed in the system. Click to go to Disk information page as short cut.
	FAN.	Display system FAN Status. Click to go to System Status page as short cut.
	UPS.	Display UPS device status. Click to go to UPS Setting page as short cut.
	Temperature.	Green: Systematic temperature is normal.Red: Systematic temperature is unusual.Click to go to System Status page as short cut.
	Network.	Green: Connection to network is normal.Red: abnormal connection to the network

Logout

Click to logout Web Administration Interface.

Language Selection

The N2200 supports multiple languages, including:

• English
• Japanese
  • Traditional Chinese
  • Simplified Chinese
• French
• German
• Italian
• Korean
• Spanish
• Russia
• Polish

On the menu bar, click Language and the selection list appears. This user interface will switch to selected language for the N2200.

System Information

Information provides viewing on current Product info, System Status, Service Status and Logs.

The menu bar allows you to see various aspects of the N2200. From here, you can discover the status of the N2200, and also other details.

Product Information

Once you login, you will first see the basic Product Information screen providing Manufacturer, Product No., Firmware Version, and System Up Time information.

Product Information
Item Description
Manufacturer Displays the name of the system manufacturer.
Product No. Shows the model number of the system.
Firmware version Shows the current firmware version.
Up time Displays the total run time of the system.

System/Service Status

From the Status menu, choose the System item, System Status and Service Status screens appear. These screens provide basic system and service status information.

System Status
Item Description
CPU Loading (%) Displays current CPU workload of the N2200.
System Fan Speed Displays the current status of the system fan.
Up Time Shows how long the system has been up and running.

Service Status
Item Description
AFP Status The status of the Apple Filing Protocol server.
NFS Status The status of the Network File Service Server.
SMB/CIFS Status The status of the SMB/CIFS server.
FTP Status The status of the FTP server.
Media Server	The status of the Media Server
Nsync Status	The status of the Nsync server.
UPnP Status	The status of the UPnP service.

Logs

From the System Information menu, choose the Logs item and the System Logs screen appears. This screen shows a history of system usage and important events such as disk status, network information, and system booting. See the following table for a detailed description of each item:

See the following table for a detailed description of each item:

System Logs
Item Description
All Provides all log information including system messages, warning messages and error messages.
INFO	Records information about system messages.
WARN Shows only warning messages.
ERROR Shows only error messages.
Download All Log File Export all logs to an external file.
Truncate All Log File Clear all log files.
The number of lines per page □	Specify desired number of lines to display per page.
Sort Ascending Shows logs by date in ascending order.
Sort Descending Shows logs by date in descending order.
|<< < > >>|	Use the forward ( > >>| ) and backward ( |<< < ) buttons to browse the log pages.
	Refresh the logs.

System Management

The System Management menu gives you a wealth of settings that you can use to configure your N2200's system administration functions. You can set up system time, system notifications, and even upgrade firmware from this menu.

Time: Setting System Time

From the Time menu, choose the Time item and the Time screen appears. Set the desired Date, Time, and Time Zone. You can also elect to synchronize the system time on the N2200 with an NTP (Network Time Protocol) Server.

See the following table for a detailed description of each item:

Time
Item Description
Date Sets the system date.
Time Sets the system time.
Time Zone Sets the system time zone.
Sync with external NTP Server	Select YES to allow the N2200 to synchronize with an NTP server of your choice. Press Apply to change.

Notification Configuration

From the menu, choose the Notification item, and the Notification

Configuration screen appears. This screen lets you have the N2200 notify you in case of any system malfunction. Press Apply to confirm all settings. See following table for a detailed description of each item.

Notification Configuration
Item Description
Beep Notification Enable	or disable the system beeper that beeps when a problem occurs.
Email Notification Enable	or disable email notifications of system problems.
Account Password Enter	a new password.
E-mail From Set email address to send email.
Receiver's E-mail Address (1,2,3,4)	Add one or more recipient's email addresses to receive email notifications.

NOTE

Consult with your mail server administrator for email server information.

Firmware Upgrade

From the menu, choose the Firmware Upgrade item and the Firmware Upgrade screen appears.

Follow the steps below to upgrade your firmware:

1. Use the Browse button to find the firmware file.

2. Press Apply.

3. The beeper beeps and the Busy LED blinks until the upgrade is complete.

NOTE

• The beeper only beeps if it is enabled in the System Notification menu.
• Check Thecus website for the latest firmware release and release notes.
  • Downgrading firmware is not permitted.

WARNING

Do not turns off the system during the firmware upgrade processing. This will lead to a catastrophic result that may render the system inoperable.

Schedule Power On/Off

Using the N2200's System Management, you can save energy and money by scheduling the N2200 to turn itself on and off during certain times of the day.

From the menu, choose the Schedule Power On/Off item and the Schedule Power On/Off screen appears.

To designate a schedule for the N2200 to turn on and off, first enable the feature by checking the Enable Schedule Power On/Off checkbox.

Then, simply choose an on and off time for each day of the week that you would like to designate a schedule by using the various dropdowns.

Finally, click Apply to save your changes.

Example - Monday: On: 8:00; Off: 16:00

System will turn on at 8:00 AM on Monday, and off at 16:00 on Monday. System will turn on for the rest of the week.

If you choose an on time, but do not assign an off time, the system will turn on and remain on until a scheduled off time is reached, or if the unit is shutdown manually.

Example - Monday: On: 8:00

System will turn on at 8:00 AM on Monday, and will not shut down unless powered down manually.

You may also choose two on times or two off times on a particular day, and the system will act accordingly.

Example - Monday: Off: 8:00; Off: 16:00

System will turn off at 8:00 AM on Monday. System will turn off at 16:00 PM on Monday, if it was on. If the system was already off at 16:00 PM on Monday, system will stay off.

UPS Setting

The N2200 can also support various uninterruptible power supply units via either "USB" interface, providing extra data security and accessibility in the case of a power failure.

From the Status menu, choose the UPS item and the UPS Setting screen appears. Make any changes you wish, and press Apply to confirm changes.

See the following table for a detailed description of each item.

UPS Setting
Item Description
UPS Monitoring Enable or disable UPS	monitoring.
Manufacturer Choose the UPS manufacturer from the dropdowns.
Model Choose the UPS model number from the dropdowns.
Battery Status Current status of the UPS battery
Power Current status of the power being supplied to the UPS
Seconds between power failure and first notification	Delay between power failure and first notification in seconds.
Seconds between subsequent power failure notifications	Delay between subsequent notifications in seconds.
Shutdown the system when the battery charge is less than	Amount of UPS battery remaining before system should auto-shutdown.
Apply Press Apply to save your changes.

For a list of supported UPS units, see Appendix D: UPS Compatibility List.

Utility

Administrator Password

From the menu, choose the Administrator Password item and the Change Administrator Password screen appears. Enter a new password in the New Password box and confirm your new password in the Confirm Password box. Press Apply to confirm password changes.

See the following table for a detailed description of each item.

Change Administrator and LCD Entry Password
Item Description
New Password Type in a new administrator password.
Confirm Password Type the new password again to confirm.
Apply Press this to save your changes.

Config Mgmt

From the menu, choose the Config Mgmt item and the System Configuration Download/Upload screen appears. From here, you can download or upload stored system configurations.

See the following table for a detailed description of each item.

System Configuration Download/Upload
Item Description
Download Save and export the current system configuration.
Upload Import a saved configuration file to overwrite current system configuration.

NOTE

Backing up your system configuration is a great way to ensure that you can revert to a working configuration when you are experimenting with new system settings. The system configuration you have backup can be only restore in same firmware version. And the backup details have excluded user/group accounts.

Factory default

From the menu, choose the Factory Default item and the Reset to Factory Default screen appears. Press Apply to reset the N2200 to factory default settings.

WARNING

Resetting to factory defaults will not erase the data stored in the hard disks, but WILL revert all the settings to the factory default values.

Reboot & Shutdown

From the menu, choose Reboot & Shutdown item, and the Shutdown/Reboot System screen appears. Press Reboot to restart the system or Shutdown to turn the system off.

File System Check

The File System Check allows you to perform a check on the integrity of your disks' file system. Under the menu, click File system Check and the File System Check prompt appears.

To perform a file system check, click Apply.

Once clicked, the following prompt will appear:

Click Yes to reboot the system.

graph LR
    A["File System Check\nReboot\n64"] --> B["File System Check\nReboot\nDone."]

Once the system has rebooted, you will be returned to the File System Check prompt. Check the desired RAID volumes and click Next to proceed with the file system check. Click Reboot to reboot without running the check.

Once you click Next, you will see the following screen:

Click Start to begin the file system check. Click Reboot to reboot the system. When the file system check is run, the system will show 20 lines of information until it is complete. Once complete, the results will be shown at the bottom.

NOTE

The system must be rebooted before the N2200 can function normally after file system check complete.

System Network

Use the System Network menu to make network configuration settings as well as service support settings.

LAN Configuration

From the System Network menu, choose LAN, and the LAN Configuration screen appears. This screen displays the network parameters of the LAN connection. You may change any of these items and press Apply to confirm your settings. See a description of each item in the following table:

LAN Configuration
Item Description
Host name Host name that identifies the N2200 on the network.
Domain name Specifies the domain name of the N2200.
WINS Server	To set a server name for NetBIOS computer.
MAC Address MAC address of the network interface.
IP Sharing Mode When enabled, PCs connected to the LAN port will be able to access the LAN.
Set IP Address by: Static / Dynamic	You can choose a static IP or Dynamic IP, and input your network configuration.
IP IP address of the LAN interface.
Netmask Network mask, which is generally: 255.255.255.0
Gateway Default Gateway IP address.
DNS Server Domain Name Service (DNS) server IP address.

NOTE

• Enabling DHCP automatically turns on UPnP—see the Service Support Screen.
• A correct DNS setting is vital to networks services, such as NTP.

Samba / CIFS

There are 2 options is currently allow Admin to Enable/Disable to operate N2200 associated with Samba / CIFS protocol. With the option changed, it will need to reboot system to activate.

Samba Service

Used for letting the operating system of UNIX series and SMB/CIFS of Microsoft Windows operating system (Server Message Block / Common Internet File System). Do the link in network protocol. Enable or Disable SMB/CIFS protocol for Windows, Apple, Unix drive mapping.

Samba Recycle Bin

The N2200 is supported recycle bin via SMB/CIFS protocol. Simply enable it then all of deleted files/folders will reside in the ".recycle" folder with hidden attribution in each share.

In general, Windows has default to invisible all of hidden folders/files. So please enable this option to view ".recycle" folder.

AFP (Apple Network Setup)

From the System Network menu, choose the AFP item, and the AFP Support screen appears. This screen displays the configuration items for the Apple Filing Protocol. You can change any of these items and press Apply to confirm your settings.

A description of each item follows:

Apple Network Configuration
Item Description
AFP Server Enable or dis	sable Apple File Service to use the N2200 with MAC OS-based systems.
Zone Specifies Zone for	Applet Talk service.If your AppleTalk network uses extended networks and is assigned with multiple zones, assign a zone name to the N2200. If you do not want to assign a network zone, enter an asterisk (*) to use the default setting.

NFS Setup

From the System Network menu, choose the NFS item, and the NFS Support screen appears. The N2200 can act as an NFS server, enabling users to download and upload files with the favorite NFS clients. Press Apply to confirm your settings.

A description of each item follows:

NFS Server Setting
Item Description
NFS Enable or Disable	NFS support.
Apply Click Apply to save your changes.

FTP

N2200 can act as a FTP server, enabling users to download and upload files with their favorite FTP programs. From the System Network menu, choose the FTP item, and the FTP screen appears. You can change any of these items and press Apply to confirm your settings.

A description of each item follows:

FTP
Item Description
FTP Enable FTP Service	on the N2200.
Security FTP	Enable or disable Security FTP, be sure the client FTP software has also security FTP setting enabled.
Port Specifies the port number of an incoming connection on a non-standard port.
FTP ENCODE If your FTP client or operating system does not support Unicode (e.g. Windows® 95/98/ME or MAC OS9/8), select the same encoding as your OS here in order to properly view the files and directories on the server. Available options are BIG5, HZ, GB2312, GB18030, ISO, EUC-JP, SHIFT-JIS and UTF-8.
Allow Anonymous FTP Upload/Download: Allow anonymous FTP users to upload or
Access download files to/from public folders.	Download: Allow anonymous FTP users to download files from public folders.Upload only: Allow anonymous FTP users to upload files from public folders.No access: Block anonymous FTP user access.
Auto Rename If checked, the system will automatically rename files that are uploaded with a duplicate file name. The renaming scheme is [filename].#, where # represents an integer.
Upload Bandwidth You may set the maximum bandwidth allocated to file uploads. Selections include Unlimited, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 and 32 MB/s.
Download Bandwidth You may set the maximum bandwidth allocated to file downloads. Selections include Unlimited, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 and 32 MB/s.

To access the share folder on the N2200, use the appropriate user login and password set up on the Users page. Access control to each share folder is set up on the ACL page (Storage Management > Shore Folder > ACL).

Media Server

With the built-in Media Server capability, the N2200 provides media streaming service to stand-alone networked home media adapters that support the UPnP AV protocol or are Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) standard compliant.

With the N2200's built-in media server capability, you can share digital media such as music, pictures, and movies with any compatible device throughout your entire home.

graph TD
    A["ADSL/Cable"] --> B["Firewire IP sharing device"]
    B --> C["WAN"]
    C --> D["LAN"]
    D --> E["4 port 13/100 switch"]
    E --> F["Home PC"]
    E --> G["IP Camera"]
    F --> H["Digital Media Adapter"]
    G --> I["TV"]
    J["ITV/Music Player"] --> K["Computer"]

Media Manager Settings

To configure the media server, under the System Network menu, click Media Server and the Media Manager Settings window will appear.

A description of each field follows:

Media Manager Settings
Item Description
Media Server Enable or	disable the Media Server service.
Shared Media Folders S	Select the folder(s) that contains media files to be shared.
Rescan Click the Rescan	button to have the N2200 for new contents in the selected media folder.

Shared Media Folders

Once the Media Server software is installed, you can start adding folders that contain the media that you would like to share. To create a media share folder, follow the steps below:

1. Click on System Network > Media Server in the menu bar.
2. From the Shared Media Folders window, select the folder that contains your media files, and click its checkbox.
3. The contents in the folder will be scanned for the Media Server. The time required for scanning depends on the size of the folder.

Connecting DMAs to the Media Server

Next, it's time to connect your Digital Media Adapter (DMA) to the media server:

1. Connect your DMA to your Media Server

a. Configure your DMA to use a Dynamic IP address. The IP address will be assigned by the router.
b. Some DMAs are wireless enabled. You can connect the DMA to a wireless router. For instructions on how to connect your DMA to a wireless router, please refer to your DMA's user manual.

1. Connect your DMA's video output to video input of your TV set.
2. Turn on the TV and change the video signal input to DMA.
3. Setup the DMA (These steps will be different if you use a different DMA)

a. From the Server List screen, select "N2200: Media Server" as the server.

b. Go to My Media

c. Click on the Up/Down Arrow buttons to select Music Jukebox, Photo Albums, or Video Clips

d. Start enjoying the contents stored in your N2200.

HTTP/ Web Disk

From the System Network menu, choose the HTTP/ Web Disk item, and the Web Disk (HTTP) Support screen appears. This screen displays the service support parameters of the system. You can change any of these items and press Apply to confirm your settings.

A description of each item follows:

Web Service
Item Description
HTTP (WebDisk) Support	Enable or disable WebDisk support. Enter the port number if this option is enabled. The port number is default 80.
HTTPS (Secure WebDisk) Support	Enable or disable secure WebDisk support. Enter the port if this option is enabled.

NOTE

- Disable HTTP support and Enable Secure HTTP support to guarantee secure access.

UPnP

This device supports UPnP Media server, which allows users to play media files with UPnP client (ex. DMA devices). Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play protocol. UPnP helps to find the IP address of the N2200.

Nsync Target

From the System Network menu, choose the Nsync Target item, and the Nsync Setting screen appears. Enable or Disable your Nsync Target Server and press Apply to confirm your settings.

Once Nsync Target has been enabled, other Thecus NAS products able to operate remote replication to this NAS system.

Bonjour Setting

Bonjour is Apple Inc.'s trade name for its implementation of Zeroconf, a service discovery protocol. Bonjour locates devices such as printers, as well as other computers, and the services that those devices offer on a local network using multicast Domain Name System service records.

Storage Management

The Storage menu displays the status of storage devices installed in the N2200, and includes storage configuration options such as RAID and disk settings, folder configuration, space allocation and ISO Mount.

Disks Information

From the Storage menu, choose the Disks item and the Disks Information screen appears. From here, you can see various items about installed SATA hard disks. Blank lines indicate that a SATA hard disk is not currently installed in that particular disk slot.

Disks Information
Item Description
Disk No. Indicates disk	location.
Capacity Shows the SATA hard disk capacity.
Model Displays the SATA	A hard disk model name.
Firmware Shows the SATA hard disk firmware version.
Status Indicates the status of the disk. Can read OK, Warning, or Failed.
Bad Block Scan Click Yet to start to begin scanning for bad blocks.
Total Capacity Shows the total SATA hard disk capacity.
Disk Power Management	The administrator can set the disk to power down after a period of inactivity.

NOTE

When the Status shows Warning, it usually means there are bad sectors on the hard disk. It is shown only as a precaution and you should consider changing the drives.

S.M.A.R.T. Information

On the Disks Information screen, the status of each disk will be displayed in the Status column. Clicking on an OK or Warning link will display the S.M.A.R.T Information window for that particular disk.

You may also perform disk SMART test, simply to click "Test" to start with. The result is only for reference and system will not take any action from its result.

S.M.A.R.T. Information
Item Description
Tray Number Tray the hard disk is installed in.
Model Model name of the installed hard disk.
Power ON Hours Count of hours in power-on state. The raw value of this attribute
shows total count of hours (or minutes, or seconds, depending on manufacturer) in power-on state.
Temperature Celsius The current temperature of the hard disk in degrees Celsius
Reallocated Sector Count	Count of reallocated sectors. When the hard drive finds a read/write/verification error, it marks this sector as "reallocated" and transfers data to a special reserved area (spare area). This process is also known as remapping and "reallocated" sectors are called remaps. This is why, on a modern hard disks, you can not see "bad blocks" while testing the surface - all bad blocks are hidden in reallocated sectors. However, the more sectors that are reallocated, the more a decrease (up to 10% or more) can be noticed in disk read/write speeds.
Current Pending Sector	Current count of unstable sectors (waiting for remapping). The raw value of this attribute indicates the total number of sectors waiting for remapping. Later, when some of these sectors are read successfully, the value is decreased. If errors still occur when reading sectors, the hard drive will try to restore the data, transfer it to the reserved disk area (spare area), and mark this sector as remapped. If this attribute value remains at zero, it indicates that the quality of the corresponding surface area is low.
Test Type	Set short or long time to test.
Test Result	Result of the test.
Test Time	Total time of the test.

NOTE

If the Reallocated Sector Count > 32 or Current Pending Sector of a hard disk drive > 0, the status of the disk will show "Warning". This warning is only used to alert the system administrator that there are bad sectors on the disk, and they should replace those disks as soon as possible.

Bad Block Scan

On the Disks Information screen, you may also perform a disk bad block scan. Simply click Yet to start to begin scanning. The result is only for reference and system will not take any action from its result.

Disks Information

Disk No.	Capacity (MB)	Model	Firmware	Status	Bad Block Scan
1	305,152	ST9320421AS	SD13		Yet to start
2	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Total Capacity: 305152 (MB)

The testing result will be stay until the next system reboot with "Yet to start" displayed as default.

RAID Information

From the Storage menu, choose the RAID item and the RAID Information screen appears.

This screen lists the RAID volumes currently residing on the N2200. From this screen, you can get information about the status of your RAID volumes, as well as

the capacities allocated for data. There is also a graph which represents how the RAID volume is currently allocated.

RAID Information
Item Description
ID ID of the current RAID volume. NOTE: All RAID IDs must be unique.
RAID Level Shows the current RAID configuration.
Status Indicates status of the RAID. Can read either Healthy, Degraded, or Damaged.
Disks Used Hard disks used to form the current RAID volume.
Total Capacity Total capacity of the current RAID.
Data Capacity Indicates the used capacity and total capacity used by user data.

Create a RAID

On the RAID Information screen, press the create button to go to the CREATE RAID screen. In addition to RAID disk information and status, this screen lets you make RAID configuration settings.

Using Create RAID, you can select stripe size, choose which disks are RAID disks or the Spare Disk.

RAID Configurations
Item	Description
Disk No. Number assigned to the installed hard disks.
Capacity (MB) Capacity of the installed hard disks.
Model	Model number of the installed hard disks.
Status Status of the installed hard disks.
Used	If this is checked, current hard disk is a part of a RAID volume.
Spare	If this is checked, current hard disk is designated as a spare for a RAID volume.
Stripe Size	This sets the stripe size to maximize performance of sequential files in a storage volume. Keep the 64K setting unless you requirea special file storage layout in the storage volume. A larger stripe size is better for large files.
Data Percentage The percentage of the RAID volume that will be used to store data.
Create Press this button to configure a file system and create the RAID storage volume.

To create a RAID volume, follow the steps below:

1. On the RAID Information screen, click create.
2. On the RAID Configuration screen, set the RAID storage space as JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1—see Appendix C: RAID Basics for a detailed description of each.
3. Specify a RAID ID.
4. Specify a stripe size — 64K is the default setting.

5. Specify the percentage allocated for user data by drag the horizontal bar.

6. Press Create to build the RAID storage volume.

RAID Level

You can set the storage volume as JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1. RAID configuration is usually required only when you first set up the device. A brief description of each RAID setting follows:

RAID Levels
Level Description
JBOD The storage volume	is a single HDD with no RAID support. JBOD requires a minimum of 1 disk.
RAID 0 Provides data striping but no redundancy. Improves performance but not data safety. RAID 0 requires a minimum of 2 disks.
RAID 1 Offers disk mirroring. Provides twice the read rate of single disks, but same write rate. RAID 1 requires a minimum of 2 disks.

WARNING

If the administrator improperly removes a hard disk that should not be removed when RAID status is degraded, all data will be lost.

Edit RAID

On the RAID Information screen, press the Edit button to go to the RAID Information screen.

Using Edit RAID, you can select RAID ID and the Spare Disk.

Remove RAID

Click to remove the RAID volume. All user data has been created in selected RAID volume will be removed.

To remove a RAID volume, follow the steps below:

1. On the RAID List screen, select the RAID volume by clicking on its radio button, and click RAID Information to open the RAID Configuration screen.
2. On the RAID Configuration screen, click Remove RAID.
3. The confirmation screen appear, you will have to input "Yes" with exactly wording case to complete "Remove RAID" operation

WARNING

Remove RAID destroys all data in the current RAID volume. The data is unrecoverable.

Share Folder

From the Storage menu, choose Share Folder, and the Folder screen appears. This screen allows you to create and configure folders on the N2200 volume.

Adding Folders

On the Folder screen, press the Add button and the Add Folder screen appears. This screen allows you to add a folder. After entering the information, press Apply to create new folder.

Add Folder
Item Description
RAID ID RAID volume	where the new folder will reside.
Folder Name Enter the	name of the folder.
Description Provide a description the folder.
Browseable Enable or disable users from browsing the folder contents. If Yes is selected, then the share folder will be browseable.
Public	Admit or deny public access to this folder. If Yes is selected, then users do not need to have access permission to write to this folder. When accessing a public folder via FTP, the behavior is similar to anonymous FTP. Anonymous users can upload/download a file to the folder, but they cannot delete a file from the folder.
Apply Press Apply to create the folder.

NOTE

Folder names are limited to 60 characters. Systems running Windows 98 or earlier may not support file names longer than 15 characters.

Modify Folders

On the Folder screen, press the Edit button and the Modify Folder screen appears. This screen allows you to change folder information. After entering the information, press Apply to save your changes.

Modify Folder
Item Description
RAID ID RAID volume where the folder will reside.
Folder Name Enter the name of the folder.
Description Provide a description the folder.
Browseable Enable or disable users from browsing the folder contents. This setting will only apply while access via SMB/CIFS and web disk.
Public Admit or deny public access to this folder.

Remove Folders

To remove a folder, press the Remove button from the specified folder row. The system will confirm folder deletion. Press Yes to delete the folder permanently or No to go back to the folder list.

WARNING

All the data stored in the folder will be deleted once the folder is deleted. The data will not be recoverable.

NFS Share

To allow NFS access to the share folder, enable the NFS Service, and then set up hosts with access rights by clicking Add.

NFS Share
Item Description
Hostname Enter the name or IP address of the host
Privilege Host has either read only or writeable access to the folder.
Guest System Support	There are two selections available:Unix / Linux SystemAIX (Allow source port > 1024)Choose the one which best fits your needs.
IO Mapping There are three selections available:Guest system root account will have full access to this share (root:root).Guest system root account will be mapped to anonymous user (nobody:nogroup) on NAS.All user on guest system will be mapped to anonymous
	user (nobody:nogroup) on NAS.Choose the one which best fits your needs.
Apply Click to save your changes.

Folder and Sub-Folder Access Control List (ACL)

On the Folder screen, press the ACL button, and the ACL setting screen appears. This screen allows you to configure access to the specific folder and sub-folders for users and groups. Select a user or a group from the left hand column and then choose Deny, Read Only, or Writable to configure their access level. Press the Apply button to confirm your settings.

ACL setting
Item Description
Deny Denies access to	users or groups who are displayed in this column.
Read Only Provides Read	Only access to users or groups who are displayed in this column.
Writable Provides Write	access to users or groups who are displayed in this column.
Recursive Enable to inherit the access right for all its sub-folders.

To configure folder access, follow the steps below:

1. On the ACL screen, all network groups and users are listed in the left hand column. Select a group or user from this list.

2. With the group or user selected, press one of the buttons from the three access level columns at the top. The group or user then appears in that column and has that level of access to the folder.

3. Continue selecting groups and users and assigning them access levels using the column buttons.

4. To remove a group or user from an access level column, press the Remove

button in that column.

1. When you are finished, press Apply to confirm your ACL settings.

NOTE

If one user has belonged to more than one group but different privilege than the priority Deny > Read Only > Writable

To setup sub-folders ACL, click on the ▶ symbol to extract sub folders list as screen shot shows below. You may carry on with same steps as share level ACL setting.

NOTE

The ACL can be set for share and sub-folders level, not for files.

The ACL screen also allows you to search for a particular user. To do this, follow the steps below:

1. In the blank, enter the name of the user you would like to find.
2. From the drop down select the group you would like to search for the user in.
3. Click Search.

ISO Mount

The ISO Mount feature is very useful tool included with Thecus products. With it, users can mount an ISO file and have the export name display all details from mounted ISO file.

From the main menu, the ISO Mount feature is located under Storage. Please refer the figure below for reference.

Select the ISO Mount function and you will see the following window:

A. Add an ISO file

From the figure above, select ISO file from drop down share list.

After making a selection, the system will bring up Mount table to enable further settings.

To mount a new ISO file, select one from the listed ISO files and input the desired mounting name into the "Mount as:" field. Click Add to complete mounting the ISO file. If you do not enter a "Mount as" ISO file export name, the system will automatically assign the export name as the ISO file name.

After you have completed adding the ISO image, then the page will display all mounted ISO files:

You can click Unmount to remove the mounted ISO file.

B. Using ISOs

The mounted ISO file will be located in a share folder with the assigned ISO image name. Please refer the screen shot below.

ISO file "image" has been mounted in the "Image" folder. The ISO file "Thecus 01," without an assigned mounting name, has caused the system to automatically create a "Thecus 01" folder.

User and Group Authentication

The N2200 has built-in user database that allows administrators to manage user access using different group policies. From the User and Group Authentication menu, you can create, modify, and delete users, and assign them to groups that you designate.

Local User Configuration

From the Accounts menu, choose the User item, and the Local User Configuration screen appears. This screen allows you to Add, Edit, and Remove local users.

Local User Configuration
Item Description
Add Press the Add button to add a user to the list of local users.
Edit Press the Edit button to modify a local user.
Remove Press the Remove button to delete a selected user from the system.

Add Users

1. Click on the Add button on Local User Configuration screen, and Local User Setting screen appears.
2. On the Local User Setting screen, enter a name in the User Name box.
3. Enter a User ID number. If left blank, the system will automatically assign one.
4. Enter a password in the Password box and re-enter the password in the Confirm box.
5. Select which group the user will belong to. Group Members is a list of groups this user belongs to. Group List is a list of groups this user does not belong to. Use the << or >> buttons to have this user join or leave a group.
6. Press the Apply button and the user is created.

NOTE

All users are automatically assigned to the 'users' group.

Edit Users

1. Select an existing user from the Local User Configuration screen.
2. Click on the Edit button, and Local User Setting screen appears.
3. From here, you can enter a new password and re-enter to confirm, or use the << or >> buttons to have this user join or leave a group. Click the Apply button to save your changes.

Remove Users

1. Select an existing user from the Local User Configuration screen.
2. Click on Remove button and the user is deleted from the system.

Local Group Configuration

From the Accounts menu, choose the Group item, and the Local Group Configuration screen appears. This screen allows you to Add, Edit, and Remove local groups.

Local Group Configuration
Item Description
Add Press the Add button to add a user to the list of local groups.
Edit	Press the Edit button to modify a selected group from the system.
Remove Press the Remove button to delete a selected group from the system.

Add Groups

1. On the Local Group Configuration screen, click on the Add button.
2. The Local Group Setting screen appears.
3. Enter a Group Name.
4. Enter a Group ID number. If left blank, the system will automatically assign one.
5. Select users to be in this group from the Users List by adding them to the Members List using the << button.
6. Click the Apply button to save your changes.

Edit Groups

1. On the Local Group Configuration screen, select a group name from the list.
2. Press the Edit button to modify the members in a group.
3. To add a user into a group, select the user from the Users List, and press the << button to move the user into the Members List.
4. To remove a user from a group, select the user from Members List, and press the >> button.
5. Click the Apply button to save your changes.

Remove Groups

1. On the Local Group Configuration screen, select a group name from the list.
2. Press Remove to delete the group from the system.

Batch Create Users and Groups

The N2200 can also add users and groups in batch mode. This enables you to conveniently add numerous users and groups automatically by importing a simple comma-separated plain text (*.txt) file.

From the Accounts menu, click Batch Mgmt and the Batch Create Users and Groups dialogue will appear. To import your list of users and groups, follow these steps:

1. Click Browse... to locate your comma-separated text file. The information in the text file should follow this format:

[USERNAME], [PASSWORD], [GROUP]

1. Click Open.
2. Click Import to begin the user list import.

Application Server

The N2200 supports a Printer Server and iTunes Server. The integrated Printer Server allows you to share a single USB printer will all users on the network. By activating the iTunes Server on the N2200, you will be able to directly play music files on this device with your iTunes client software. The following section shows you how.

Printer Information

From the Application Server menu, choose the Printer item, and the Printer Information screen appears. This screen provides the following information about the USB printer connected to the USB port.

Printer Information
Item Description
Manufacturer Displays the name of the USB printer manufacturer.
Model Displays the model of the USB printer.
Status Displays the status of the USB printer.
Remove document from Queue	Click to remove all documents from printer queue
Restart Printer service	Click to restart printer service

If a corrupt print job is sent to a printer, printing may suddenly fail. If your print jobs seem to be locked up, pressing the Remove All Documents button to clear the print queue may resolve the issue.

You can configure the N2200 to act as a printer server. That way, all PCs connected to the network can utilize the same printer.

Windows XP SP2

To set up the Printer Server in Windows XP SP2, follow the steps below:

1. Connect the USB printer to one of the USB ports (preferably the rear USB ports; front USB ports can be used for external HDD enclosures).
2. Go to Start > Printers and Faxes.
3. Click on File > Add Printer.
4. The Add Printer Wizard appears on your screen. Click Next.
5. Select the "A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer" option.
6. Select "Connect to a printer on the Internet or on a home or office network", and enter "http://N2200_IP_ADDRESS:631/printers/usb-printer" into the URL field.
7. Your Windows system will ask you to install drivers for your printer. Select correct driver for your printer.
8. Your Windows system will ask you if you want to set this printer as "Default Printer". Select Yes and all your print jobs will be submitted to this printer by default. Click Next.
9. Click Finish.

NOTE

• Not all USB printers are supported. Please check Thecus website for a list of supported printers.
• Note that if a multi-function (all-in-one) printer is attached to the N2200, usually only the printing and fax functions will work. Other features, such as scanning, will probably not function.

Windows Vista

To set up the Printer Server in Windows Vista, follow the steps below:

1. Open Printer Folder from the Control Panel.

1. Click the right mouse button in anywhere on the Printers folder and then select Add Printer.

1. Select Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer.

1. Select The printer that I want isn't listed.

You can press The printer that I want isn't listed to go into next page without waiting for Searching for available printers to finish.

1. Click Select a shared printer by name.

Type http://:631/printers/usb-printer in the box, where is the IP address of the N2200. Click Next.

1. Select or install a printer and then press OK.

contact your printer manufacturer for help.

If your printer model is not listed, please

1. Windows will attempt to connect to the printer.

1. You can choose to set this printer as the default printer by checking the Set as the default printer box. Click Next to continue.

1. Done! Click Finish.

iTunes® Server

With the built-in iTunes server capability, the N2200 enables digital music to be shared and played anywhere on the network!

From the Network menu, choose the iTunes item, and the iTunes Configuration screen appears. You may enable or disable the iTunes Service from here. Once enabled, enter correct information for each field and press Apply to save your changes.

See the following table for detailed descriptions of each field:

iTunes Configuration
Item Description
iTunes Enable or disable	the iTunes Service.
Server Name Name used	to identify the N2200 to iTunes clients.
Password Enter password	to control access to your iTunes music.
Rescan Interval Rescan	interval in seconds.
MP3 Tag Encode Specify	tag encoding for MP3 files stored in N2200. All ID3 tags will be sent out in UTF-8 format.

Once the iTunes service is enabled, the N2200 will make all music located in the Music folder available for iTunes-equipped computers on the network.

Module Management

Module Installation

From the Module Management menu, choose the Module Installation item and the Module Management screen appears. From here, you can install separate software modules to extend the functionality of your N2200.

System Module

The system module is officially provided by Thecus for new features added.

User Module

The user module section is reserved for Thecus fans to build up 3^rd party functions in the future.

Backup

There are a number of ways to back up data with the N2200.

Nsync

You can backup a share folder to another N2200 (Nsync Target) or any FTP server for safe keeping as long as you have appropriate access right on that target. When using Nsync between two N2200s, you have the option to transmit files securely between them.

If the files on your N2200 are lost for any reason, you can restore those files from the target N2200. To backup files regularly, you can set up a scheduled task to run only once, daily, weekly, or monthly. You can also limit the bandwidth of your Nsync tasks, so other users on the network can share the bandwidth equally.

Under the Backup menu, click Nsync and the Nsync window appears.

Below is a description of each field:

Nsync
Item Description
Add Click to add a Nsync task
Edit Click to Edit an Nsync task.
Restore Restore share folder from an Nsync target.
Del Click to delete an Nsync task. Backup files on Nsync target is also deleted.
Task name The name of your Nsync task.
Server The IP address of your target server
Share folder The share folder you would want to backup.
Last Time The time when the last Nsync task was executed.
Last Status The status of your last Nsync task.
Schedule Schedule backup of your share folders.
Action	Administrator can run or stop an Nsync task by pressing the action button.
Bandwidth Setting	Bandwidth control on Nsync tasks.

Add Nsync Task

From the Nsync screen, click Add to display the Add Nsync Task screen.

Add Nsync Task
Item Description
Task Name The name of your Nsync task.
Target Server Manufacturer	Select whether the target is a Thecus Product (e.g. N2200) or FTP server.
Nsync Mode Synchronize mode or Incremental mode .
Target Server IP Address	The IP address of your target server.
Source Folder The share folder you want to backup.
Authorized Username on Target Server	The account name on the target server.
Password on Target Server	The password for the username on the target server.
Test Connection Click to check the connection to the Target Server.
Schedule Enable or Disable schedule backup of your share folders.
Time The time when the Nsync task will run.
Type Select whether to run the Nsync task daily, weekly, or monthly.Daily: input the time of day to execute Nsync task.Weekly: input which day of the week to execute the task.Monthly: decide which day of the month to execute the task.
Add Press Add to submit your settings.

NOTE

Before starting an Nsync Task, make sure the target server's Nsync Server (or FTP Server) is enabled.

Setting Up an Nsync Target on an Nsync Device

On the Nsync target server, the administrator of that server has to set up a user account with a folder named "nsync" and grant write access.

1. On the Nsync server, add a user for Nsync source (ex. nsyncsource1). For instructions on how to add a user on the N2200, see Chapter 4: User and Groups Authentication> Local User Configuration > Add Users.
2. On the Nsync server, grant that user (ex. nsyncsource1) write access to the nsync folder. For instructions on how to set up a folder's ACL, see Chapter 4: Storage management> Shore Folder> Folder Access Control List (ACL).
3. Once this is done, the target server will start accepting Nsync tasks from server using that ID and password.

Setting Up an Nsync Target on Another Device

If you selected "Other Device" when setting up your Nsync task, the N2200 will use the FTP protocol to back up the share folder. On the external storage device, make sure there is a folder named "nsync", and the Auth ID has writable permission in that folder.

Designating N2200 as an Nsync Target

The N2200 can act as an Nsync server, enabling another Nsync-equipped Thecus NAS at a remote location backup their files to this N2200. From the System Network menu, choose the Nsync Target item, and the Nsync Target Server screen appears.

Nsync Target Server Setting
Item Description
Nsync Target Server Enable or Disable Nsync Target support.

NOTE

To enable Nsync task to go through a firewall, you have to open port TCP/1194 on your firewall in both directions.

Chapter 5: Using the N2200

Overview

Once the N2200 is setup and operating, users on the network may manage all varieties of digital music, photos, or files by simply using their web browsers. To manage your personal files or access public files on the N2200, just enter its IP address into your browser (default IP address is http://192.168.1.100), and you will be taken to the N2200 Login page.

NOTE

Before proceeding, make sure that WebDisk Support or Secure WebDisk Support is enabled in the Service Support screen in the system's Network menu. See Service Support in Chapter 4: System Network >HTTP/Web Disk.

Login Page

To login to the system, enter your user name and password, and select Web Disk or Photo server then click Login to log into the system. You will be taken to the selected interface.

Using WebDisk

The N2200 provides a WebDisk function that allows you to access the system over the Internet from any browser.

1. In the Login page, type in the User ID and password that were previously set for you in the Accounts menu. See
   Chapter 4:User and Group Authentication > Local User Configuration.

2. The WebDisk page appears showing folders made currently available to you via the Access Control List (ACL).

3. Click on a folder name to enter the folder.

4. The folder's page appears displaying files and folders. Click on a file to download the file.

5. Buttons on the folder page allow you to create a new folder, upload files and delete files in the folder.

6. To create a new folder within the current folder, press the New folder button. When the screen appears enter a name for the folder. Press OK to create the folder.

7. To upload a file from your computer to the current folder, press the New file (upload) button. When the screen appears, press Browse and locate the file to upload. Press OK and the file is uploaded to the current folder.
8. To delete a file or folder, select the file or folder's check box. Press the Delete selected items button. You can also check the check box as the red circle indicates to select all files and folders in this folder.

To access folders with access control, you must first login with a local user account.

For more information on how to setup user rights to the folders, please check Chapter 4: Storage Management >Share Folder >Folder Access Control List (ACL).

Folder Page
Button Description
Directory Tree List all directory trees according to the login user's privileges.
Browsing Directory Browsing selected directory of its folders and files.
Home Go back to the web disk directory layer.
Reload Re-load the current list.
Search Search files in the current web disk directory.(Must input the complete file name.)
(new file/Directory) Creates a new folder or directory.
(delete) Deletes selected files or folders.
(Rename) Rename a directory or file.
(download)	Download a file to current folder of your computer.

	(upload) Upload file	from your computer to current web disk folder.
	(Admin) Change password and confirm new password.
	(logout) To logout of the web disk interface.
Show Directories Show the files and folders in the directory.
Filter Search files in the directory.(You can only input word strings.)
Name Displays the names of folders and files.
Size Shows the size of folders and files.
Type Displays the type of folders and files.
Modified Shows the time of most recent modification of folders and files.
Owner Owner of the file.

There is also the way by using right click button to bring up contact windows as a shortcut.

Photo Server

Using the Photo Server, users can view and share photos, and even create their own albums right on the N2200.

You will see your own Photo Gallery and all public Photo Albums on the network.

To manage any picture files, you must first select the item by clicking the box.

Windows XP Publishing Wizard

There are many ways for a local user to upload pictures into their photo album. Users of Windows XP can upload their pictures using the Windows XP Publishing Wizard.

1. Click on the XP Publishing Wizard icon on top right corner.
2. The XP Web Publishing Wizard Client screen appears. Click on the link to install the Publishing Wizard.

1. Windows XP will ask whether you want to run or save this file. Click Save to save the register file.

1. Once the register file is installed, use the Windows file manager to browse the folder that contains the picture you want to publish. On the left pane, there will be an icon labeled "Publish this folder to the Web".

1. Click on this icon and Web Publishing Wizard will start.

1. Select the pictures you want to publish to the Photo Web Server by placing a check mark on the top left hand corner of the picture. Click Next.

1. Your PC will start to connect to the Photo Web Server.
2. Select N2200 Photo Gallery Wizard to publish your pictures to the N2200.

1. Login into the N2200 with your local user name and password.

1. Create your album by entering an album name and clicking on the Create Album button.

1. Select the album you want to upload your pictures to.
2. Confirm the target album.

1. Windows will show you that the picture upload is in progress.

1. When the upload is finished, the Wizard will ask you whether if you want to go to the website. Click Finish to go to your Photo Web Server.

1. Click on the user's icon to go to that user's album.

1. You will see the user's album list. Click on Album.

1. Finished! You will see the pictures just selected in the album.

Managing Albums and Photos

Icon Function Description

Make Cover Make selected photo your cover picture.

Back Return to the previous screen.

Add Add a new album or photos.

Modify Edit the name and description of the selected album or photo. Each name is limited to 20 characters and each description is limited to 255 characters.

Delete Delete the selected albums or photos.

NOTE

• Only logged in users will see these icons.
• To prevent system errors, the N2200 sets the following limitations on photo files:
• Each file upload is limited to a size of 8MB. Files exceeding 8MB will NOT be uploaded and no error message will appear.
• Only these photo file types will be uploaded: *.jpg, *.gif, *.bmp, *.png, *.pcx, *.psd, *.bmp.
• If duplicate file names exist during upload process, system will add a number in front of the original file name (abc → 1abc).

Creating Albums

To create a photo album, follow the steps below:

1. Click the Add button to create a new album.
2. Enter a name for the album, and enter a description if you wish. Then, click on the Create Album button.

Password Protecting Albums

If you would like to put a password on a particular album, follow these steps:

1. Select the album to be protected, click on the Edit button, and the Album Edit screen will appear.
2. The owner of the album can enter an album password to protect the album, so that only people with the correct password can view the album.

Uploading Pictures to Albums

Uploading pictures to albums using the Web User Interface is easy:

1. When the album is created, click the album icon to enter the album. Initially the album is empty.
2. Click the Add button to upload pictures into the album. The Upload Photos screen will appear. Users can select and upload up to 8 pictures at a time.
3. Once the picture is uploaded, you can view it in the album. The owner of the album can delete or modify the pictures with the Delete or Modify buttons on the top right hand corner

EXIF Information

While viewing pictures, you can also have the N2200 display the EXIF information for each photo.

Simply click the EXIF button to display EXIF information. To hide this information, click the EXIF button again.

Slide Shows

Slide shows are a great way to enjoy pictures stored on your N2200.

You can click on the Start Slide Show icon on the top right hand corner to start the slide show.

To stop the slide show, click on the Stop Slide Show icon on the top right hand corner.

Mapping a Client PC to the N2200

You can map share folders on the N2200 so that you can access them as if they were drives on your computer. You can connect to the shared network folders on the N2200 as follows:

Windows

1. Go to the My Computer folder in Windows.

2. In the menu bar, select Tools and then Map Network Drive...

3. The Map Network Drive window appears.

4. Assign a drive letter for the share folder.

5. Click the Browse button to find the folder over your network. Alternatively, you may enter the folder name you wish to connect to or enter its IP address. (i.e. \192.168.1.100\share)

6. Click Finish. When the Connect As... window appears, enter your user name and password.

7. Click OK. The share folder appears as the drive you assigned. You can now access this folder as though it were a drive on your computer.

Apple OS X

On an Apple computer, you can connect to shared computers and servers using a network address.

1. Choose Go > Connect to Server...
2. Enter the network address for the server in the Server Address text box. When connecting using SMB/CIFS protocol, type:

smb://192.168.1.100/Folder1

When connecting using AFP protocol, type:

afp://192.168.1.100/Folder1

Click Connect.

1. When MAC OS X is trying to connect N2200, it will ask for a User Name and Password which has access to the folder.
2. When MAC OS X has connected to the N2200 successfully, an icon representing the folder will appear on the MAC OS X desktop. You can access the folder by double clicking on the icon.

Chapter 6: Tips and Tricks

USB Storage Expansion

The N2200 supports external USB hard disks through its four USB ports. Once a USB hard disk has successfully mounted, the entire volume will be linked automatically to the default USB HDD folder. The N2200 supports up to 6 USB external storage devices. All file names on the USB disk volume are case sensitive.

Before attaching an USB disk drive to N2200, you have to partition and format it on a desktop computer or a notebook first. The attached device will be located at \192.168.1.100\usbhdd\sdf1 where 192.168.1.100 means the IP address of N2200 and sdf1 stands for the first partition on disk #6, the USB disk drive. If it is an NTFS partition, NAS users can open or copy files from \192.168.1.100\usbhdd\sdf1 but cannot add new files or modify existing files.

NOTE

If you want to write to a USB storage device, the file system must be FAT32.

USB Storage FAT32 Partition	NTFS Partition
Read OK OK
Write OK -

Replacing Damaged Hard Drives

If you are using RAID 1, you can easily replace a damaged hard drive in the Thecus N2200 while keeping your data secure with the system's automatic data recovery.

Hard Drive Damage

When a hard drive is damaged and data in the RAID volume, the system LCD will display warning message and begin beeping.

Replacing a Hard Drive

To replace a hard disk drive in the N2200:

1. Open front door of the N2200.
2. For 3.5" HDDs

a. Remove the HDD tray
b. Get the HDD tray, remove failed hard disk(s) and install new hard disk(s).
c. Slide hard disks into the N2200 until they snap into place.

1. For 2.5" HDDs

a. Remove the 2.5" HDD tray
b. Remove failure hard disk
c. Install new HDD on to the hard HDD tray
d. Slide into HDD tray till it snap into place.

RAID Auto-Rebuild

When using RAID 1 on the N2200, you can use the auto-rebuild function when an error is detected.

1. When a hard disk fails the system beeps and/or an email notification is sent to specified recipients.
2. Check the LCD to see which disk has failed.
3. Follow the steps mentioned above to replace the failed hard disk.
4. The system automatically recognizes the new hard disk and starts the auto-rebuild sequence to resume its status before the hard disk crash.

Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

Forgot My Network IP Address

If you forget your network IP address and have no physical access to the system, you can use the Smart _Utility to retrieve the IP of your N2200.

1. Start the Smart Utility, and it will automatically detect all Thecus IP storage products on your network.

Resetting NAS IP Address and Admin Password

In case you changed the N2200 IP address and then forgot it, or forgot the administration password, follow the steps below to reset to default settings:

1. Power on the N2200 and immediately press the Reset button for 5 seconds. (The reset button is near the LAN connector)
2. This resets the N2200 to its default IP address and password settings.

Default IP: 192.168.1.100

Default admin password: admin

Can't Map a Network Drive in Windows XP

You may have problems mapping a network drive under the following conditions:

1. The network folder is currently mapped using a different user name and password. To connect using a different user name and password, first disconnect any existing mappings to this network share.
2. The mapped network drive could not be created because the following error has occurred: Multiple connections to a server or shared resource by the same user, using more than one user name, are not allowed.
   Disconnect all previous connections to the server or shared resource and try again.

To check out existing network connections, type net use under the DOS prompt. You may refer the URL below for more network mapping information.

http://esupport.thecus.com/support/index.php?_m=downloads&_a=viewdownload&downloaditemid=57&nav=0

Restoring Factory Defaults

From the System menu, choose the Factory Default item and the Reset to Factory Default screen appears. Press Apply to reset the N2200 to factory default settings.

WARNING

Resetting to factory defaults will not erase the data stored in the hard disks, but WILL revert all the settings to the factory default values.

Problems with Time and Date Settings

The administrator is able to select an NTP Server to keep the N2200's time synchronized. However, if the N2200 can not access the Internet, you may encounter a problem when setting the Time and Time Zone. If this happens:

1. Login to the Web Administration Interface.
2. Navigate to System Management>Time.
3. Under NTP Server, select No.
4. Set the Date, Time, and Time Zone.
5. Click Apply.

In addition, if the N2200 is able to access the Internet and you want to keep the NTP Server clock.isc.org by default, please make sure the DNS Server is correctly entered, thereby allowing the NTP Server name to correctly resolve. (See System Network > WAN > DNS Server)

Appendix A: Product Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Product Model N2200
Network Interfaces
LAN Gigabit RJ-45 connector
Storage
HDD Bays 2 x 3.5" or 2 x	2.5" SATA HDD, hot-swappable
I/O Interfaces
USB Ports 4 x USB type A	ports (Host mode),
System Information
LCD Control Panel	HDD1 Power, Activity/FailHDD2 Power, Activity/FailLAN_WAN (Activity)USB_COPY BusyUSB_COPY Fail
System LED Display 1 x Power LED (Blue)
Physical
Buttons 1. System Power	On buttonReset to factory default buttonUSB Copy button
Power Supply	External Power adapter 12V/5A 60W
Environment
Temperature 5 ~ 40°C
Humidity 20 ~ 85% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Certifications CE, FCC, BS	MI, C-Tick, RoHS Compliant

Software Specifications

Network File Protocols Microsoft Networks (CIFS/SMB)Apple Filing Protocol (AFP 3.0)Network File System (NFS v3)File Transfer Protocol (FTP)Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP)Secure Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTPS)
Authentication	Local User Account & Group
Network Client Type	Microsoft Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/VistaUnix/Linux/BSDMAC OS X/9
Network Configuration	Fixed IP addressDynamic IP address
Disk Management	Disk status monitoring (S.M.A.R.T.)Disk idle spin-down (SATA only)Bad Block scan
RAID	RAID 0, 1and JBODAuto rebuildHot swappable
Folder Management	Share and sub-folders level permissionPublic folder
Backup Thecus Backup Utility (Windows XP/2000 and MAC OS X)-Smart_UtilityThecus Nsync
System Management Web	GUIMultilingual support (English, French, German, Italian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Russian and Polish)NTP supportScheduled Power On/Off
Event Notification Email notificationBuzzer notificationLCD
UPS Support UPS monitoring via USB interface , and system shutdown on low battery
Printer Server USB Printer (IPP support)
Supported USB Devices USB PrinterExternal HDD/flash diskUSB IEEE 802.11 b/g dongle w/AP mode support**
Smart Utility Windows 2000/XP/2003MAC OS X

**For supported USB dongles, please contact [e-mail]

Appendix B: Customer Support

If your N2200 is not working properly, we encourage you to check out Chapter 7: Troubleshooting, located in this manual. You can also try to ensure that you are using the latest firmware version for your N2200. Thecus is committed to providing free firmware upgrades to our customers. Our newest firmware is available on our Download Center:

http://www.thecus.com/download.php

If you are still experiencing problems with your N2200, or require a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA), feel free to contact technical support via our Technical Support Website:

http://www.thecus.com/support_tech.php

Customers in the US should send all technical support enquiries to the US contact window included in the following web page:

http://www.thecus.com/support_tech.php

For Sales Information you can e-mail us at:

[e-mail]

Thank you for choosing Thecus!

Appendix C: RAID Basics

Overview

A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) is an array of several hard disks that provide data security and high performance. A RAID system accesses several hard disks simultaneously, which improves I/O performance over a single hard disk. Data security is enhanced by a RAID, since data loss due to a hard disk failure is minimized by regenerating redundant data from the other RAID hard disks.

Benefits

RAID improves I/O performance, and increases data security through fault tolerance and redundant data storage.

Improved Performance

RAID provides access to several hard disk drives simultaneously, which greatly increases I/O performance.

Data Security

Hard disk drive failure unfortunately is a common occurrence. A RAID helps prevent against the loss of data due to hard disk failure. A RAID offers additional hard disk drives that can avert data loss from a hard disk drive failure. If a hard drive fails, the RAID volume can regenerate data from the data and parity stored on its other hard disk drives.

RAID Levels

The Thecus N2200 supports standard RAID levels 0, 1, and JBOD. You choose a RAID level when you create a system volume. The factors for selecting a RAID level are:

• Your requirements for performance
• Your need for data security
• Number of hard disk drives in the system, capacity of hard disk drives in the system

The following is a description of each RAID level:

RAID 0

RAID 0 is best suited for applications that need high bandwidth but do not require a high level of data security. The RAID 0 level provides the best performance of all the RAID levels, but it does not provide data redundancy.

RAID 0 uses disk striping and breaking up data into blocks to write across all hard drives in the volume. The system can then use multiple hard drives for faster read and write. The stripe size parameter that was set when the RAID was created determines the size of each block. No parity calculations complicate the write operation.

RAID 1

RAID 1 mirrors all data from one hard disk drive to a second one hard disk drive, thus providing complete data redundancy. However, the cost of data storage capacity is doubled.

This is excellent for complete data security.

JBOD

Although a concatenation of disks (also called JBOD, or "Just a Bunch of Disks") is not one of the numbered RAID levels, it is a popular method for combining multiple physical disk drives into a single virtual one. As the name implies, disks are merely concatenated together, end to beginning, so they appear to be a single large disk.

As the data on JBOD is not protected, one drive failure could result total data loss.

Stripe Size

The length of the data segments being written across multiple hard disks. Data is written in stripes across the multiple hard disks of a RAID. Since multiple disks are accessed at the same time, disk striping enhances performance. The stripes can vary in size.

Disk Usage

When 2 disks are of the same size, and used in RAID, N2200 disk usage percentage is listed below:

RAID Level Percentage Used

RAID 0 100%

RAID 1 1/n x 100%

JBOD 100%

n : number of installed HDDs

Appendix D: UPS Compatibility List

Brand Series Model Notes
Ablerex MS-RT
ActivePower 1400VA
AEC MiniGuard UPS 700 M2501 cable
APC	Back-UPS Pro
	Matrix-UPS
	Smart-UPS
	Back-UPS 940-0095A/C cables, 940-0020B/C cables, 940-0023A cable
	Back-UPS Office	940-0119A cable
	Masterswitch Not a UPS - 940-0020 cable
	Back-UPS RS 500 custom non-USB cable
Belkin	Regulator Pro serial
	Resource
	Home Office	F6H350-SER, F6H500-SER, F6H650-SER
	Universal UPS	F6C800-UNV, F6C120-UNV, F6C1100-UNV, F6H500ukUNV
Best Power	Fortress (newer)
	Fortress Telecom
	Axxium Rackmount
	Patriot Pro
	Patriot Pro II
	Patriot INT51 cable
	Micro-Ferrups
	Fortress/Ferrups f-command support
Centralion	Blazer
Clary	ST-800
Compaq	T1500h
Cyber Power Systems		320AVR, 500AVR, 650AVR, 700AVR, 800AVR850AVR, 900AVR, 1250AVR,. 1500AVR, Power99550SL, 725SL, CPS825VA, 1100AVR, 1500AVR-HO
Deltec	PowerRite Pro II
Dynex	975AVR
Effekta MI/MT/MH 2502 cable
Energy Sistem	(various)
ETA	mini+UPS WinNT/Upsoft cable
ETA	mini+UPS PRO UPS Explorer cable
Ever UPS	NET *-DPC
	AP *-PRO
Ever-Power	625/1000
Exide	NetUPS SE
Fenton Technologies	PowerPal P-series
	PowerPal L-series
	PowerOn
	PowerPure
Fairstone		L525/L625/L750
Fideltronik	Ares 700 and larger
	Other Ares models
Fiskars	PowerRite MAX
	PowerServer 10, 30
Gamatronic	All models with alarm interface
	MP110/210
	MS-T
	MS
	μPS3/1
Gemini	UPS625/UPS1000
HP	R3000 XR
	R5500 XR
INELT	Monolith 1000LT
Infosec	iPEL	350, 500, 750, 1000
Ippon	(various)
Liebert	UPStation GXT2 contact-closure cable
Masterguard	(various)
Meta System	HF Line	1..4 boards, /2 5..8 boards
	HF Millennium	810, 820
	HF TOP Line	910, 920, 930, 940, 950, 960, 970, 980
	ECO Network	750, M1000, M1050, M1500, M1800M2000, M2100, M2500, M3000
	ECO	305, 308, 311, 511, 516, 519, 522
	ally HF	800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500
	Megaline	1250, 2500, 3750, 5000, 6250, 7500, 8750, 10000
MGE UPS SYSTEMS	NOVA AVR 600 Serial
	NOVA AVR 1100 Serial
	Pulsar Ellipse	USBS Serial cable, S, Premium USBS Serial cable, Premium S
	Ellipse Office	600 Serial cable, 750 Serial cable, 1000 Serial cable, 1500 Serial cable
	Pulsar EXtreme C / EX RT
	Comet EX RT	Serial port, 3:1 Serial port
	Pulsar Esprit
	Comet EXtreme
	Comet / Galaxy (Serial)	Utalk Serial Card (ref 66060), HID COM Serial Card (ref 66066)
MicroDowell	B.Box BP	500, 750, 1000, 1500
Microsol	Solis	1.0 1000VA, 1.5 1500VA, 2.0 2000VA, 3.0 3000VA
	Rhino	6.0 6000VA, 7.5 7500VA, 10.0 10000VA, 20.0 20000VA
Mustek	Various
	Powermust	400VA Plus, 600VA Plus, 800VA Pro1000VA Plus, 1400VA Plus, 2000VA USB
Nitram	Elite	500, 2002
Oneac	EG/ON Series advanced interface
Online	P-Series
OnLite	AQUA 50
Orvaldi	various not 400 or 600
Powercom	SMK-800A
	ULT-1000
Powercom	TrustTrust 425/625
	BNT-1000AP
	Advice Partner/King Pr750
	BNT-2000AP
PowerGuard PG-600
PowerKinetics	9001
PowerTech Comp1000 DTR cable power
Power Walker Line-Interactive VI1000
Powerware		3110, 3115, 5119, 5125, 5119 RM, PW5115PW5125PW9120, PW9125, 9120, 9150, 9305
Powerwell	PM525A/-625A/-800A/-1000A/-1250A
Repotec	RPF525/625/800/1000
	RPT-800A
	RPT-162A
SMS (Brazil) Manager III
SOLA		325, 520, 610, 620, 330
SOLA/BASIC Mexico	various ISBMEX protocol
Socomec Sicon	Egys 420 VA
Soltec	Winmate 525/625/800/1000
Soyntec	Sekury C	500, 800
SquareOne Power	QP1000
SuperPower	HP360, Hope-550
Sweex	500/1000 smart - shipped with SafeNet
	500/1000 contact closure - shipped with UPSmart
	BC100060 800VA
Sysgration	UPGUARDS Pro650
Tecnoware	Easy Power 1200
Tripp-Lite	SmartUPS
	SmartOnline
	(various) Lan 2.2 interface - black 73-0844 cable
Trust	UPS 1000 Management PW-4105
UNITEK	Alpha	500 IC, 1000is, 500 ipE
UPSonic	LAN Saver 600
	Power Guardian
Victron/IMV	(various)
	Lite crack cable

NOTE

• The UPSes marked Blue have been tested and work well
- If your UPS is not in the support list, be sure that the UPS supports one of following protocols:

o SEC protocol
- Generic RUPS model
- Generic RUPS 2000 (Megatec M2501 cable)
- PhoenixTec protocol
- Safenet software

Appendix E: Licensing Information

Overview

This product included copyrighted third-party software licensed under the terms of GNU General Public License. Please see THE GNU General Public License for extra terms and conditions of this license.

Source Code Availability

Thecus Technology Corp. has exposed the full source code of the GPL licensed software. For more information on how you can obtain our source code, please visit our web site, http://www.thecus.com.

Copyrights

• This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young ([e-mail]).
• This product includes software developed by Mark Murray.
• This product includes software developed by Eric Young ([e-mail]).
• This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/).
• This product includes PHP, freely available from (http://www.php.net/).
• This product includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors.
• This product includes software developed by Winning Strategies, Inc.
• This product includes software developed by the Apache Group for use in the Apache HTTP server project (http://www.apache.org/).
• This product includes software developed by Softweyr LLC, the University of California, Berkeley, and its contributors.
• This product includes software developed by Bodo Moeller.
• This product includes software developed by Greg Roelofs and contributors for the book, "PNG: The Definitive Guide," published by O'Reilly and Associates.
• This product includes software developed by the NetBSD Foundation, Inc. and its contributors.
• This product includes software developed by Yen Yen Lim and North Dakota State University.
• This product includes software developed by the Computer Systems Engineering Group at Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory.
• This product includes software developed by the Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan and its contributors.
• This product includes software developed by the Nick Simicich.
• This product includes software written by Tim Hudson ([e-mail]).
• This product includes software developed by Christopher G. Demetriou for the NetBSD Project.

CGIC License Terms

Basic License

CGIC, copyright 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 by Thomas Boutell and Boutell.Com, Inc.

Permission is granted to use CGIC in any application, commercial or noncommercial, at no cost. HOWEVER, this copyright paragraph must appear on a "credits" page accessible in the public online and offline documentation of the program. Modified versions of the CGIC library should not be distributed without the attachment of a clear statement regarding the author of the modifications, and this notice may in no case be removed. Modifications may also be submitted to the author for inclusion in the main CGIC distribution.

GNU General Public License

Version 2, June 1991

Copyright © 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA

Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.

PREAMBLE

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When we speak of free software, we are referring to freedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source code or can get it if you want it, that you can change the software or use pieces of it in new free programs; and that you know you can do these things.

To protect your rights, we need to make restrictions that forbid anyone to deny you these rights or to ask you to surrender the rights. These restrictions translate to certain responsibilities for you if you distribute copies of the software, or if you modify it.

For example, if you distribute copies of such a program, whether gratis or for a fee, you must give the recipients all the rights that you have. You must make sure that they, too, receive or can get the source code. And you must show them these terms so they know their rights.

We protect your rights with two steps: (1) copyright the software, and (2) offer you this license which gives you legal permission to copy, distribute and/or modify the software.

Also, for each author's protection and ours, we want to make certain that everyone understands that there is no warranty for this free software. If the software is modified by someone else and passed on, we want its recipients to know that what

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Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software patents. We wish to avoid the danger that redistributors of a free program will individually obtain patent licenses, in effect making the program proprietary. To prevent this, we have made it clear that any patent must be licensed for everyone's free use or not licensed at all.

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Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this License; they are outside its scope. The act of running the Program is not restricted, and the output from the Program is covered only if its contents constitute a work based on the Program (independent of having been made by running the Program).

Whether that is true depends on what the Program does.

1. You may copy and distribute verbatim copies of the Program's source code as you receive it, in any medium, provided that you conspicuously and appropriately publish on each copy an appropriate copyright notice and disclaimer of warranty; keep intact all the notices that refer to this License and to the absence of any warranty; and give any other recipients of the Program a copy of this License along with the Program.

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These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works. But when you distribute the same sections as part of a whole which is a work based on the Program, the distribution of the whole must be on the terms of this License, whose permissions for other licensees extend to the entire whole, and thus to each and every part regardless of who wrote it.

Thus, it is not the intent of this section to claim rights or contest your rights to work written entirely by you; rather, the intent is to exercise the right to control the distribution of derivative or collective works based on the Program.

In addition, mere aggregation of another work not based on the Program with the Program (or with a work based on the Program) on a volume of a storage or distribution medium does not bring the other work under the scope of this License.

1. You may copy and distribute the Program (or a work based on it, under Section 2) in object code or executable form under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above provided that you also do one of the following:

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NO WARRANTY

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END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS