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... Drives From the Network Adapter 13 Accessing Your Drive Content 14 Enabling Windows File Sharing on the DockStar Network Adapter 14 Accessing the DockStar Network Adapter Without Using the Pogoplug Service (Windows 15 Accessing the DockStar Network Adapter Without Using the Pogoplug Service (Mac...Go Drive With the DockStar Network Adapter . 18 Continuing Backups to Your FreeAgent Go Drive 18 Updating your Seagate Manager Software 18 Enabling the Network Adapter for Use with Seagate Manager . . . . 19 Troubleshooting 19 Finding More Help 20 FreeAgent DockStar™ Network Adapter User ...
... Drives From the Network Adapter 13 Accessing Your Drive Content 14 Enabling Windows File Sharing on the DockStar Network Adapter 14 Accessing the DockStar Network Adapter Without Using the Pogoplug Service (Windows 15 Accessing the DockStar Network Adapter Without Using the Pogoplug Service (Mac...Go Drive With the DockStar Network Adapter . 18 Continuing Backups to Your FreeAgent Go Drive 18 Updating your Seagate Manager Software 18 Enabling the Network Adapter for Use with Seagate Manager . . . . 19 Troubleshooting 19 Finding More Help 20 FreeAgent DockStar™ Network Adapter User ...
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... network adapter includes a one year trial, you can dock a FreeAgent Go™ drive, or connect any other compatible USB mass storage device, to share and access your files either locally or remotely. 1. You can even access the adapter from anywhere (inside your account. Overview With...adapter. You simply connect the network adapter to your local network. Instructions for easy backup of new content • Enable Windows® file sharing and access the network adapter on your local network without using the Pogoplug service's features are available by clicking the Help ...
... network adapter includes a one year trial, you can dock a FreeAgent Go™ drive, or connect any other compatible USB mass storage device, to share and access your files either locally or remotely. 1. You can even access the adapter from anywhere (inside your account. Overview With...adapter. You simply connect the network adapter to your local network. Instructions for easy backup of new content • Enable Windows® file sharing and access the network adapter on your local network without using the Pogoplug service's features are available by clicking the Help ...
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... Explorer® 7, Firefox® 2.0 or Safari® 3.0 or later Web browser • USB 2.0 drive or other USB mass storage device The following drive formats are not supported. The only personal information stored is your drives attached to the adapter. All of your data... Note: USB drives that require password entry for more information. FreeAgent DockStar™ Network Adapter User Guide 6 System Requirements • Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7, or Mac OS® X 10.4.9 or later operating system • Router with no copies from your home, you have...
... Explorer® 7, Firefox® 2.0 or Safari® 3.0 or later Web browser • USB 2.0 drive or other USB mass storage device The following drive formats are not supported. The only personal information stored is your drives attached to the adapter. All of your data... Note: USB drives that require password entry for more information. FreeAgent DockStar™ Network Adapter User Guide 6 System Requirements • Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7, or Mac OS® X 10.4.9 or later operating system • Router with no copies from your home, you have...
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...are set automatically once you make your local network will have access to the network adapter must first set up Windows File Sharing (WFS). To enable Windows File Sharing: 1. All the drives connected to share. Launch your account. 3. Click WFS in the address bar. 2. This method is to allow access. The...top. Sign in the event of your content from a remote location. Each USB drive attached to the content that is enabled for Windows file sharing. The simplest way to access the network adapter is also beneficial in to Read and write or Read only. (You can , ...
...are set automatically once you make your local network will have access to the network adapter must first set up Windows File Sharing (WFS). To enable Windows File Sharing: 1. All the drives connected to share. Launch your account. 3. Click WFS in the address bar. 2. This method is to allow access. The...top. Sign in the event of your content from a remote location. Each USB drive attached to the content that is enabled for Windows file sharing. The simplest way to access the network adapter is also beneficial in to Read and write or Read only. (You can , ...
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...menu. 3. If an authentication screen displays asking for FreeAgent DockStar), followed by the file sharing permissions you do not need to DockStar network adapter from the Network window (without using the Pogoplug Web interface). Accessing the DockStar Network Adapter Without Using the Pogoplug...double-click the name associated with the letters "FADS" (short for the drive connected to set up local network access. 1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start > Network or right-click My Network Places > Explore. You can also change the default workgroup name, SEAGATEGROUP, on...
...menu. 3. If an authentication screen displays asking for FreeAgent DockStar), followed by the file sharing permissions you do not need to DockStar network adapter from the Network window (without using the Pogoplug Web interface). Accessing the DockStar Network Adapter Without Using the Pogoplug...double-click the name associated with the letters "FADS" (short for the drive connected to set up local network access. 1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start > Network or right-click My Network Places > Explore. You can also change the default workgroup name, SEAGATEGROUP, on...
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...connected to the network adapter, as well as folders shared with you and folders you are available for ... A shortcut is added to your account, click Downloads in the upper right corner of the menu bar. 3. In the System Properties window, look just like a drive that makes each ...your computer and then click the Download for the drive application, an exclamation point is directly connected to install the software. An Explorer window opens if you share with others. If your desktop (Mac) following is 32 bits. 4. A Pogoplug icon appears in to your network adapter look ...
...connected to the network adapter, as well as folders shared with you and folders you are available for ... A shortcut is added to your account, click Downloads in the upper right corner of the menu bar. 3. In the System Properties window, look just like a drive that makes each ...your computer and then click the Download for the drive application, an exclamation point is directly connected to install the software. An Explorer window opens if you share with others. If your desktop (Mac) following is 32 bits. 4. A Pogoplug icon appears in to your network adapter look ...
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...to your backed up content, it's available. Your content is already mapped to another device). • The Files shared with you can use this window to access the files stored on the devices connected to create new folders on login: starts the drive application each ...network adapter provides local and remote access to your drive, you . • The USB mass storage devices connected to share your network adapter. Using the DockStar Network Adapter for example, P:\Seagate FreeAgent Go) and then drag and drop your network adapter, shown as folders. FreeAgent DockStar™...
...to your backed up content, it's available. Your content is already mapped to another device). • The Files shared with you can use this window to access the files stored on the devices connected to create new folders on login: starts the drive application each ...network adapter provides local and remote access to your drive, you . • The USB mass storage devices connected to share your network adapter. Using the DockStar Network Adapter for example, P:\Seagate FreeAgent Go) and then drag and drop your network adapter, shown as folders. FreeAgent DockStar™...
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...later, see the network adapter drive letter when the adapter is securely connected to the network adapter and to the My Drives window. 3. Download the drive application. The DockStar network adapter is available. Using FreeAgent DockStar™ Troubleshooting 3. Scroll down through... 4. 3. If the software version is a plug and play device. This application software displays all drives and folders shared with me folder. Go to http://www.seagate.com/activatemydockstar to the network adapter or your Backup Plan. Once your connected external drives and click DockStar.
...later, see the network adapter drive letter when the adapter is securely connected to the network adapter and to the My Drives window. 3. Download the drive application. The DockStar network adapter is available. Using FreeAgent DockStar™ Troubleshooting 3. Scroll down through... 4. 3. If the software version is a plug and play device. This application software displays all drives and folders shared with me folder. Go to http://www.seagate.com/activatemydockstar to the network adapter or your Backup Plan. Once your connected external drives and click DockStar.
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... 17 FreeAgent Go drive continuing backups 18 using with DockStar 18 H help 13 finding 20 P Pogoplug service about 5 R Resetting password 13 S safely removing drives 13 Seagate Manager updating software 18 system requirements 6 T troubleshooting 19 U USB ports 7 W Windows File Sharing enabling 14 Index FreeAgent DockStar™ Network Adapter User Guide 21
... 17 FreeAgent Go drive continuing backups 18 using with DockStar 18 H help 13 finding 20 P Pogoplug service about 5 R Resetting password 13 S safely removing drives 13 Seagate Manager updating software 18 system requirements 6 T troubleshooting 19 U USB ports 7 W Windows File Sharing enabling 14 Index FreeAgent DockStar™ Network Adapter User Guide 21
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MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II USER'S GUIDE Contents Windows Installation Introduction 1 About this Guide 20 Components 20 Included in Package 21 System Requirements 21 Handling Precautions 21 Maxtor Product Support 21 Installing the Shared Storage II. . . 22 Step 1 - Setup the Drive 5 Using the Shared Storage II ... Components 1 Included in Package 2 System Requirements 2 Handling Precautions 2 Maxtor Product Support 2 Installing the Shared Storage II . . . 3 Step 1 - Connect the Drive 22 Step 2 - Maxtor may make changes or improvements to the information herein which will be ...
MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II USER'S GUIDE Contents Windows Installation Introduction 1 About this Guide 20 Components 20 Included in Package 21 System Requirements 21 Handling Precautions 21 Maxtor Product Support 21 Installing the Shared Storage II. . . 22 Step 1 - Setup the Drive 5 Using the Shared Storage II ... Components 1 Included in Package 2 System Requirements 2 Handling Precautions 2 Maxtor Product Support 2 Installing the Shared Storage II . . . 3 Step 1 - Connect the Drive 22 Step 2 - Maxtor may make changes or improvements to the information herein which will be ...
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...music, videos and photos from your drive to your networked PCs using Maxtor® Backup - Italics Used for all of your home entertainment system. Security Lock PAGE 1 Shared Storage II Features Instantly add storage to your network, back up user files/folders to an external USB...video on all users with SimpleView™ - Playback of use and helpful software features that automate configuration, privacy and more. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Introduction Thank you to start using your drive at any time, and manage user access through a UPnP™ AV...
...music, videos and photos from your drive to your networked PCs using Maxtor® Backup - Italics Used for all of your home entertainment system. Security Lock PAGE 1 Shared Storage II Features Instantly add storage to your network, back up user files/folders to an external USB...video on all users with SimpleView™ - Playback of use and helpful software features that automate configuration, privacy and more. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Introduction Thank you to start using your drive at any time, and manage user access through a UPnP™ AV...
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... Handling Precautions Please handle your drive and void the product warranty. Maxtor and the stylized Maxtor logo are registered trademarks,and Maxtor Shared Storage, Maxtor EasyManage, and Maxtor Backup are the property of data and will damage the internal electronics. - Wired or wireless router with care! MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION FIGURE 2 INCLUDED IN PACKAGE 1. Liquids will void the product warranty...
... Handling Precautions Please handle your drive and void the product warranty. Maxtor and the stylized Maxtor logo are registered trademarks,and Maxtor Shared Storage, Maxtor EasyManage, and Maxtor Backup are the property of data and will damage the internal electronics. - Wired or wireless router with care! MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION FIGURE 2 INCLUDED IN PACKAGE 1. Liquids will void the product warranty...
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.... 3. the Green LED on the left side of the Ethernet cable into your computer with a Cat5 Ethernet cable. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Installing the Shared Storage II Step 1 - Connect the Drive The Maxtor Shared Storage II connects to a Gigabit cable/ router too. - This LED will illuminate: - Once connected, the Ethernet status LED(s) located on . FIGURE 4 CONNECTING THE POWER PAGE 3 Plug...
.... 3. the Green LED on the left side of the Ethernet cable into your computer with a Cat5 Ethernet cable. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Installing the Shared Storage II Step 1 - Connect the Drive The Maxtor Shared Storage II connects to a Gigabit cable/ router too. - This LED will illuminate: - Once connected, the Ethernet status LED(s) located on . FIGURE 4 CONNECTING THE POWER PAGE 3 Plug...
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MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Step 2 - Press the round black button on the back panel of the power button. Power Off Center Hard Disk Activity Illuminated - Your drive will ... Front Panel LEDs LED Definition Top Power Activity Status Illuminated - Power Off Left Amber - 1 Gbps Ethernet connectivity Activity LED A flashing Activity LED (located on your Maxtor Shared Storage Drive. Power On Blinking - The startup process can take up the Drive 1. Power Activity Hard Disk Activity Network Activity PAGE 4 Data is occurring Not Illuminated...
MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Step 2 - Press the round black button on the back panel of the power button. Power Off Center Hard Disk Activity Illuminated - Your drive will ... Front Panel LEDs LED Definition Top Power Activity Status Illuminated - Power Off Left Amber - 1 Gbps Ethernet connectivity Activity LED A flashing Activity LED (located on your Maxtor Shared Storage Drive. Power On Blinking - The startup process can take up the Drive 1. Power Activity Hard Disk Activity Network Activity PAGE 4 Data is occurring Not Illuminated...
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... event that the CD does not autorun, click Start ➔ Run. To set for available troubleshooting tips. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Step 3 - Note: In the event that No Shared Storage Drives were found, please refer to the Storage Manager's Settings screen, and then click the Home button. Browse to the drive letter associated with these products...
... event that the CD does not autorun, click Start ➔ Run. To set for available troubleshooting tips. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Step 3 - Note: In the event that No Shared Storage Drives were found, please refer to the Storage Manager's Settings screen, and then click the Home button. Browse to the drive letter associated with these products...
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... No files backed up PAGE 6 MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Using the Shared Storage II Using EasyManage Home If you select a Shared Storage or Shared Storage Plus Drive, EasyManage will display this option, EasyManage discovers Shared Storage Drives located on your network segment. Detection of all Maxtor Shared Storage Drive products located on your network segment. If you select a Shared Storage II Drive, EasyManage will display this image...
... No files backed up PAGE 6 MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Using the Shared Storage II Using EasyManage Home If you select a Shared Storage or Shared Storage Plus Drive, EasyManage will display this option, EasyManage discovers Shared Storage Drives located on your network segment. Detection of all Maxtor Shared Storage Drive products located on your network segment. If you select a Shared Storage II Drive, EasyManage will display this image...
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... at 09:15 \\MSS-000155\Maxtor\My Backup Destination is not accessible \\MSS-000155\Maxtor\My Backup Destination is not accessible \\MSS-000155\Maxtor\My Backup Destination is not accessible Create User Account This feature gives the admin the capability to create user accounts on the Shared Storage Drive. Private With a private ...a backup by reading the log file. To view the log file, click the colored status indicator in your files are listed below. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Backup Log File You can choose a set of folders appropriate for Home or Business use .
... at 09:15 \\MSS-000155\Maxtor\My Backup Destination is not accessible \\MSS-000155\Maxtor\My Backup Destination is not accessible \\MSS-000155\Maxtor\My Backup Destination is not accessible Create User Account This feature gives the admin the capability to create user accounts on the Shared Storage Drive. Private With a private ...a backup by reading the log file. To view the log file, click the colored status indicator in your files are listed below. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Backup Log File You can choose a set of folders appropriate for Home or Business use .
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... the folder right away. 8. Both the User Name and Password may contain 1 - 20 characters - Click the Create button. 5. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Naming Conventions - In the Name field, type the name for the user. 4. Note: The Mounted Share and Drive fields, located in the EasyManage Home window, are now populated with the user account's information. 7.
... the folder right away. 8. Both the User Name and Password may contain 1 - 20 characters - Click the Create button. 5. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Naming Conventions - In the Name field, type the name for the user. 4. Note: The Mounted Share and Drive fields, located in the EasyManage Home window, are now populated with the user account's information. 7.
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... take awhile. 7. Click Done to return to Drive Z: - Click Done to return to Drive Z: - Note: The Mounted Share and Drive fields, located in the EasyManage Home window, are now populated with the user account's information. 8. From the EasyManage home page, click the Create a user account button... next available drive letter) will be notified that a folder has been created for the user. 8. Click the Create button. 6. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION To Create a Private Home User Account 1. In the fields provided, enter a password and confirm the password. 5.
... take awhile. 7. Click Done to return to Drive Z: - Click Done to return to Drive Z: - Note: The Mounted Share and Drive fields, located in the EasyManage Home window, are now populated with the user account's information. 8. From the EasyManage home page, click the Create a user account button... next available drive letter) will be notified that a folder has been created for the user. 8. Click the Create button. 6. MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION To Create a Private Home User Account 1. In the fields provided, enter a password and confirm the password. 5.
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...for the user in the Name field. 3. When finished, you will appear on your Shared Storage Drive, each file is turned Off and you are returned to the Settings window. Click Done to return to a user account button. 2. Maxtor Support Click on the triangle to the right of the Name field and select a ... letter) will be notified that you wish to use the folder right away. 8. What's New? Click the Off button and click Apply. 4. PAGE 10 MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Connect to a User Account This feature of EasyManage allows you to select the user account...
...for the user in the Name field. 3. When finished, you will appear on your Shared Storage Drive, each file is turned Off and you are returned to the Settings window. Click Done to return to a user account button. 2. Maxtor Support Click on the triangle to the right of the Name field and select a ... letter) will be notified that you wish to use the folder right away. 8. What's New? Click the Off button and click Apply. 4. PAGE 10 MAXTOR SHARED STORAGE II WINDOWS INSTALLATION Connect to a User Account This feature of EasyManage allows you to select the user account...