TS-RHTGL-R5 TERASTATION PRO II - NAS BUFFALO - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	NAS (Network Attached Storage)
Brand	BUFFALO
Model	TS-RHTGL-R5 TeraStation Pro II
Number of Bays	5 (disks not included)
Supported Disk Type	SATA (3.5 inches)
Supported RAID	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD
Network Interface	1 x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
Processor	1.2 GHz (estimated)
RAM Memory	256 MB (estimated)
Power Supply	External, 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	Approximately 60 W (estimated)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	Approximately 170 x 230 x 200 mm (estimated)
Weight	Approximately 5 kg (estimated)
Supported Operating Systems	Windows, macOS, Linux
Network Protocols	SMB/CIFS, AFP, FTP, HTTP
Management	Web interface, Buffalo NAS Navigator
LED Indicators	Power, LINK/ACT, disks
Buttons	Power On/Off, Reset
Package Contents	Main unit, Ethernet cable, power cable, TeraNavigator CD, quick installation guide, warranty card
Operating Temperature	5°C to 35°C (estimated)
Certifications	CE, FCC (estimated)

Frequently Asked Questions - TS-RHTGL-R5 TERASTATION PRO II BUFFALO

How to install my Buffalo TeraStation Pro II TS-RHTGL-R5?

Connect the power cable and Ethernet cable to the back of the device. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your router/switch. Turn on the TeraStation by pressing the front button. Insert the TeraNavigator CD into your PC and follow the installation instructions.

What to do if the LINK/ACT LED does not light up?

Check that the device and switch are powered on, that the Ethernet cable is properly connected and not damaged. Try another cable. If the problem persists, contact technical support.

What are the default credentials to access the configuration interface?

The default username is admin and the password is password. Change them upon first login.

How to change the language of the web interface?

In the configuration interface, go to Basic screen, then select the desired language from the Display Language menu. Confirm by clicking Apply.

How to access shared folders from a Windows PC?

After installation, a shortcut to the TeraStation appears on the desktop. You can also use drive T: automatically added in My Computer.

How to configure RAID on the TeraStation?

Use the web configuration interface or the Buffalo NAS Navigator software. Go to the storage settings to select the desired RAID level (0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD). Note that this erases all data.

Can I replace a failed disk?

Yes, the TeraStation supports hot-swap for SATA disks. Remove the defective disk and insert a new one. The RAID rebuilds automatically.

How to reset the TeraStation to factory settings?

Press and hold the reset button on the back for about 10 seconds until the LED flashes. This restores the default settings.

What is the maximum supported storage capacity?

The TS-RHTGL-R5 model can accommodate up to 5 SATA 3.5-inch disks. The total capacity depends on the installed disks (e.g., 5 x 2 TB = 10 TB).

How to contact Buffalo technical support?

You can reach support by phone at [phone] (Mon-Thu 9am-6pm, Fri 9am-4:30pm GMT) or by email at [e-mail].

USER MANUAL TS-RHTGL-R5 TERASTATION PRO II BUFFALO

• Main Unit (TeraStation)
• Ethernet Cable
  Power Cable
• TeraNavigator Installation CD
• Quick Setup Guide (this manual)
  Warranty Card

Plug TeraStation's power cord and Ethernet cable into the back of the TeraStation.

Connect the power plug to a power outlet or surge protector. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a hub, switch, or router on the network.

Press the power button on the front panel to turn your TeraStation on.

Check the LINK/ACT LED on the front of the TeraStation. If it's lit, then your TeraStation is connected to your network. Please turn to page 5 to continue setup.

If the LINK/ACT LED on the front of TeraStation is not lit, your TeraStation is not properly connected to your network. Make sure that:

• both TeraStation and the hub, switch, or PC are powered on.
• the Ethernet cable is securely fastened to both devices.
• the Ethernet cable is not damaged. To verify, try using another Ethernet cable.

If problems persist, contact our technical support. Refer to page 9 for more details.

Insert the TeraNavigator CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive. If Setup doesn't launch automatically, you can launch it manually by clicking Start, then Run.... When the Run dialog opens, type d:\setup.exe (where "d" is the drive letter

of your CD-ROM). Press OK to continue. If you are installing the software on a Mac, open the CD and click on the TeraNavigator icon to begin installation.

Click on Begin Installation.

If you're installing on a Mac, skip to the next page.

If you're installing on a PC, click on Connect this PC to TeraStation (the green, lower button).

Click Next to step through the installation.

Continue pressing Next to step through the installation.

When installation is complete, you may close the installation window.

Congratulations! Your TeraStation is ready to use. Turn to page 7 for more on using your TeraStation with a PC, or page 8 for more on using your TeraStation with a Mac.

Please see the TeraStation User Manual on your TeraStation cd for more help and configuration options.

If you're using a Windows PC, two new icons will be on your desktop: Shortcut for your TeraStation and Buffalo NAS Navigator.

The TeraStation shortcut will open the folders on your TeraStation.

Share is the main folder that you can put files and folders in. Info contains a copy of your user manual.

The Buffalo NAS Navigator icon opens the TeraStation's client utility. This lets you easily view system information for your TeraStation(s). If you click Setup and choose Configuration Settings, it will take you to the settings configuration GUI, where you may change your TeraStation's settings. Until you change it, the default username is "admin" and the password is "password"

Consult your user manual for more information on the Buffalo NAS Navigator and the Settings Configuration GUI.

Another way to access folders and data on your TeraStation is through the mapped driveletter 'T'. When the installation program ran, it added your TeraStation's main "share" folder to your "My Computer" folder as drive 'T'. Use this virtual hard drive like any other hard drive on your computer. You may add

additional shares and mapped drive letters to your TeraStation and PC; consult your user manual for more information.

After installing the TeraNavigator software, your Mac will have two new icons on the desktop.

The Share folder is the main folder

that you can put files and folders in. NAS Navigator is the TeraStation's client utility.

Clicking NAS Navigator opens the TeraStation's client utility. This lets you easily view system information for your TeraStation(s). If you click Setup and choose Browser Management, it will take you to the settings configuration GUI, where you may change

your TeraStation's settings. Until you change it, the GUI's username is "admin" and the password is "password". Consult your user manual for more information on the Buffalo NAS Navigator and the Settings Configuration GUI.

Clicking Share opens the main folder on the TeraStation. You may add additional shares to your TeraStation; consult your user manual for more information.

PC/Mac - The default language for the web interface is English. This can be changed by selecting the Basic screen, and then choosing your desired language from the Display Language drop down. You will also need to select the corresponding Windows Client Language. Click on Apply to implement your changes.

• The equipment that you have purchased has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production.
• The equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.
• In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems.
• The take-back systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end life equipment in a sound way.
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• If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration.

Technical Support

Helpdesk hours: Monday- Thursday 9.00am - 6.00pm (GMT)

Friday 9.00am - 4:30pm (GMT)

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.buffalo-technology.com

Assistance technique

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O atalho para a TeraStation abide as pastas da TeraStation.