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... addition, some of their respective owners. Open Source and License Source Information For information about the open source and licenses used for data storage. BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide © 2010 Seagate Technology LLC. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of the listed capacity is used with...
... addition, some of their respective owners. Open Source and License Source Information For information about the open source and licenses used for data storage. BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide © 2010 Seagate Technology LLC. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of the listed capacity is used with...
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All About the Seagate BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 9 Introduction 9 About the BlackArmor Server 9 Main Components of the BlackArmor Server Kit 9 Features of the BlackArmor Server 10 What You Can Do With the BlackArmor Server 12 The Difference Between a BlackArmor Administrator and User 12 About BlackArmor Administrators 12 About BlackArmor Users 13 How to Your BlackArmor Server 22 Setting Your BlackArmor as...
All About the Seagate BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 9 Introduction 9 About the BlackArmor Server 9 Main Components of the BlackArmor Server Kit 9 Features of the BlackArmor Server 10 What You Can Do With the BlackArmor Server 12 The Difference Between a BlackArmor Administrator and User 12 About BlackArmor Administrators 12 About BlackArmor Users 13 How to Your BlackArmor Server 22 Setting Your BlackArmor as...
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...the Server's LEDs 39 Using Email Alerts to Monitor Server Status 40 Checking Disk Drive Status Using SMART 41 Changing the BlackArmor Server's Advanced Settings 41 Dynamic Domain Name System (DNS) Settings 42 File Protocol Settings 42 Network Time Protocol (NTP)...36 Creating and Modifying User Groups 36 Protecting Your BlackArmor Files with Network Backups 37 Setting up Aggregation Failover 38 Setting Your BlackArmor Server as a BlackArmor Administrator 28 Your BlackArmor Server's Default Settings 29 Managing BlackArmor Volumes, Shares and Storage 30 Understanding Volumes and Shares...
...the Server's LEDs 39 Using Email Alerts to Monitor Server Status 40 Checking Disk Drive Status Using SMART 41 Changing the BlackArmor Server's Advanced Settings 41 Dynamic Domain Name System (DNS) Settings 42 File Protocol Settings 42 Network Time Protocol (NTP)...36 Creating and Modifying User Groups 36 Protecting Your BlackArmor Files with Network Backups 37 Setting up Aggregation Failover 38 Setting Your BlackArmor Server as a BlackArmor Administrator 28 Your BlackArmor Server's Default Settings 29 Managing BlackArmor Volumes, Shares and Storage 30 Understanding Volumes and Shares...
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... 53 I can't connect to the server over the local network 53 I can't connect to the server over the Web 53 I can't open BlackArmor Manager 54 I can't log in to BlackArmor Manager 54 I can't access a share 54 I can't access a file on a share 54 I can't store any more files on the... is full. . . . . . 54 A firmware upgrade failed 54 I can't get streaming music from the Recycle Bin 52 6. Contents Understanding Your BlackArmor User Account 47 Access Limitations 47 Storage Space Limitations 48 Automatic Sorting for Media Files 48 Grace Time Limits for Quotas 49 File Protocol Support ...
... 53 I can't connect to the server over the local network 53 I can't connect to the server over the Web 53 I can't open BlackArmor Manager 54 I can't log in to BlackArmor Manager 54 I can't access a share 54 I can't access a file on a share 54 I can't store any more files on the... is full. . . . . . 54 A firmware upgrade failed 54 I can't get streaming music from the Recycle Bin 52 6. Contents Understanding Your BlackArmor User Account 47 Access Limitations 47 Storage Space Limitations 48 Automatic Sorting for Media Files 48 Grace Time Limits for Quotas 49 File Protocol Support ...
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... setup instructions, as well as reference information about the components and features of how you need to the administrative features of your BlackArmor server as your Seagate BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 (BlackArmor server). Administrators-only information is clearly identified. Some of the topics in the online Help provided with the software. Kit Contents...
... setup instructions, as well as reference information about the components and features of how you need to the administrative features of your BlackArmor server as your Seagate BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 (BlackArmor server). Administrators-only information is clearly identified. Some of the topics in the online Help provided with the software. Kit Contents...
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... 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 8 System Requirements System Requirements Any computer that will be used to access your BlackArmor server must meet these requirements: • A Microsoft Windows® or Apple Macintosh® computer running one of ...Finding More Information For more information about your BlackArmor server, see: • BlackArmor Quick Start Guide (printed) • BlackArmor Manager Help • BlackArmor Discovery Help • BlackArmor Backup User Guide • BlackArmor Backup Help • Readme file For more information, please refer to the Seagate Web site at www...
... 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 8 System Requirements System Requirements Any computer that will be used to access your BlackArmor server must meet these requirements: • A Microsoft Windows® or Apple Macintosh® computer running one of ...Finding More Information For more information about your BlackArmor server, see: • BlackArmor Quick Start Guide (printed) • BlackArmor Manager Help • BlackArmor Discovery Help • BlackArmor Backup User Guide • BlackArmor Backup Help • Readme file For more information, please refer to the Seagate Web site at www...
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... 're an administrator or user, see "The Difference Between a BlackArmor Administrator and User" on a local network. All About the Seagate BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 • Introduction • About the BlackArmor Server • What You Can Do With the BlackArmor Server • The Difference Between a BlackArmor Administrator and User • How to Get Started Introduction This...
... 're an administrator or user, see "The Difference Between a BlackArmor Administrator and User" on a local network. All About the Seagate BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 • Introduction • About the BlackArmor Server • What You Can Do With the BlackArmor Server • The Difference Between a BlackArmor Administrator and User • How to Get Started Introduction This...
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... back up files, applications, and even operating systems to set up and down through the available information. You can use one link fails. The BlackArmor server includes: • Four Serial ATA (SATA) disk drives that helps you back up data directly to your local network can also restore your...from your local network or over if one LAN port to connect to your network and the other LAN port to your BlackArmor server is created and maintained on your BlackArmor server. See page 38. Buttons beside the screen help you can be configured for details. See page 39. When ...
... back up files, applications, and even operating systems to set up and down through the available information. You can use one link fails. The BlackArmor server includes: • Four Serial ATA (SATA) disk drives that helps you back up data directly to your local network can also restore your...from your local network or over if one LAN port to connect to your network and the other LAN port to your BlackArmor server is created and maintained on your BlackArmor server. See page 38. Buttons beside the screen help you can be configured for details. See page 39. When ...
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LCD Screen LCD Screen Navigation Buttons Power Button System Status LED Figure 1: Front of BlackArmor Server Kensington Slot Server Door-Covers Four Disk Drives (Not Shown) USB Port 1 LAN 2 LED LAN 1 LED LAN Port 1 LAN Port 2 Figure 2: Back of BlackArmor Server 2 34 USB Ports Power Port Reset Button BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 11 About the BlackArmor Server • A Reset button that lets you reset your BlackArmor server user name and password to their original settings.
LCD Screen LCD Screen Navigation Buttons Power Button System Status LED Figure 1: Front of BlackArmor Server Kensington Slot Server Door-Covers Four Disk Drives (Not Shown) USB Port 1 LAN 2 LED LAN 1 LED LAN Port 1 LAN Port 2 Figure 2: Back of BlackArmor Server 2 34 USB Ports Power Port Reset Button BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 11 About the BlackArmor Server • A Reset button that lets you reset your BlackArmor server user name and password to their original settings.
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...users can stream music directly to in this guide as a BlackArmor user. About BlackArmor Administrators BlackArmor administrators have full access to all files stored on the BlackArmor server, and to in this guide as BlackArmor administrators. Everyone who are , or upload files that you want... and modify folders (or shares) • Update the server's firmware • Replace a failed disk drive BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 12 A BlackArmor administrator can enjoy downloaded photos, videos, and music. • Enable the iTunes® service on the server...
...users can stream music directly to in this guide as a BlackArmor user. About BlackArmor Administrators BlackArmor administrators have full access to all files stored on the BlackArmor server, and to in this guide as BlackArmor administrators. Everyone who are , or upload files that you want... and modify folders (or shares) • Update the server's firmware • Replace a failed disk drive BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 12 A BlackArmor administrator can enjoy downloaded photos, videos, and music. • Enable the iTunes® service on the server...
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...Seagate Global Access • Download large Web files directly to the BlackArmor server • Access music, video, and photos (if the BlackArmor server is set up as required (see page 19). 6. Install the BlackArmor server and software (see page 20). 7. (Optional) Make your BlackArmor server: 1. BlackArmor... the initial setup of a power failure. (see page 18.) 4. Create individual user accounts for BlackArmor administrators and users. Provide user account information to the BlackArmor server (if any) Note: The administrator can : • Change their login password • Save...
...Seagate Global Access • Download large Web files directly to the BlackArmor server • Access music, video, and photos (if the BlackArmor server is set up as required (see page 19). 6. Install the BlackArmor server and software (see page 20). 7. (Optional) Make your BlackArmor server: 1. BlackArmor... the initial setup of a power failure. (see page 18.) 4. Create individual user accounts for BlackArmor administrators and users. Provide user account information to the BlackArmor server (if any) Note: The administrator can : • Change their login password • Save...
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...Optional) Create a full backup of your important files, or set up recurring backups, using BlackArmor Backup (see page 50). 6. (Optional) If a USB printer has been connected to the BlackArmor server, add it to your list of available printers, following your operating system's instructions. ...the server and the folder shares you have these items from the BlackArmor administrator: • The BlackArmor Discovery software • The BlackArmor Backup software • Your BlackArmor log in the next section to begin using your BlackArmor server to save, protect, and share your own files. How...
...Optional) Create a full backup of your important files, or set up recurring backups, using BlackArmor Backup (see page 50). 6. (Optional) If a USB printer has been connected to the BlackArmor server, add it to your list of available printers, following your operating system's instructions. ...the server and the folder shares you have these items from the BlackArmor administrator: • The BlackArmor Discovery software • The BlackArmor Backup software • Your BlackArmor log in the next section to begin using your BlackArmor server to save, protect, and share your own files. How...
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... to page 24. Note: For an overview of a typical BlackArmor server and software setup. Administrator Installs: BlackArmor Discovery BlackArmor Backup (optional) Users LAN Users Install: BlackArmor Discovery BlackArmor Backup (optional) USB Printer (Optional) BlackArmor Server Switch or Router BlackArmor Manager embedded on page 13. If you are not a BlackArmor administrator, skip to Get Started" on the server (accessible...
... to page 24. Note: For an overview of a typical BlackArmor server and software setup. Administrator Installs: BlackArmor Discovery BlackArmor Backup (optional) Users LAN Users Install: BlackArmor Discovery BlackArmor Backup (optional) USB Printer (Optional) BlackArmor Server Switch or Router BlackArmor Manager embedded on page 13. If you are not a BlackArmor administrator, skip to Get Started" on the server (accessible...
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... included in an area where liquids may be covered or blocked and that the server won't be in the kit to connect the BlackArmor server to a switch or router on your computer meets the requirements listed on it now. Setup Steps for Administrators Setup Steps for ...Administrators If you are uncomfortable lifting objects of the server illuminate. Installing the BlackArmor Server and Software Before you begin: • Ensure that the server's vents will not be spilled on page 8. • Ensure that ...
... included in an area where liquids may be covered or blocked and that the server won't be in the kit to connect the BlackArmor server to a switch or router on your computer meets the requirements listed on it now. Setup Steps for Administrators Setup Steps for ...Administrators If you are uncomfortable lifting objects of the server illuminate. Installing the BlackArmor Server and Software Before you begin: • Ensure that the server's vents will not be spilled on page 8. • Ensure that ...
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... using the default settings. (The user name and password are case-sensitive.) user name: admin password: admin Note: Your BlackArmor server comes with other default settings to close it automatically searches for Administrators 3. The installation wizard opens automatically. or, click Browse... enter a custom name, then click Next. Double-click the BlackArmor Discovery icon on your files right away. BlackArmor Manager opens. Log in your computer. BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 17 When BlackArmor Discovery opens, it , you get started storing, sharing, and...
... using the default settings. (The user name and password are case-sensitive.) user name: admin password: admin Note: Your BlackArmor server comes with other default settings to close it automatically searches for Administrators 3. The installation wizard opens automatically. or, click Browse... enter a custom name, then click Next. Double-click the BlackArmor Discovery icon on your files right away. BlackArmor Manager opens. Log in your computer. BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 17 When BlackArmor Discovery opens, it , you get started storing, sharing, and...
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...name. Spaces are part of your BlackArmor server and its contents. Click Next. 6. Unless you want, then click Next. BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 18 Read the Seagate BlackArmor license agreement, then click I Agree. 3. Seagate highly recommends customizing the administrator password ...such as marketing, accounting, or sales. By default, the BlackArmor server's network mode is set the current date and time. 5. Creating Custom Shares Your BlackArmor server comes with an IT department, Seagate highly recommends using the DHCP network mode. 8. or if ...
...name. Spaces are part of your BlackArmor server and its contents. Click Next. 6. Unless you want, then click Next. BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 18 Read the Seagate BlackArmor license agreement, then click I Agree. 3. Seagate highly recommends customizing the administrator password ...such as marketing, accounting, or sales. By default, the BlackArmor server's network mode is set the current date and time. 5. Creating Custom Shares Your BlackArmor server comes with an IT department, Seagate highly recommends using the DHCP network mode. 8. or if ...
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...types of the share. 4. Your next step is more information. 11. To add a recycle bin, beside Recycle Bin Service, click Enable. 8. BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 19 Setup Steps for more than one administrator account only. Click the check box for instance, ...Accounts to create individual user accounts.) 5. In the menu bar, select Access, then click Users. 2. Click the Add icon. You can use BlackArmor Manager to this service, beside Media Service, click Enable. 10. You can set up and customize user and group access to create individual user ...
...types of the share. 4. Your next step is more information. 11. To add a recycle bin, beside Recycle Bin Service, click Enable. 8. BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 19 Setup Steps for more than one administrator account only. Click the check box for instance, ...Accounts to create individual user accounts.) 5. In the menu bar, select Access, then click Users. 2. Click the Add icon. You can use BlackArmor Manager to this service, beside Media Service, click Enable. 10. You can set up and customize user and group access to create individual user ...
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...entire groups from www.seagate.com/support BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 20 Setup Steps for each BlackArmor user so they can get started using your BlackArmor server: • The BlackArmor Discovery software • The BlackArmor Backup software (optional) • The user's BlackArmor log in •...any • A copy of users to which this account belongs, if any • Create User Private Share: Whether or not BlackArmor Manager should create a new private share for this guide and the section the user should be created in name and password •...
...entire groups from www.seagate.com/support BlackArmor® NAS 440/420 User Guide (Version 3) 20 Setup Steps for each BlackArmor user so they can get started using your BlackArmor server: • The BlackArmor Discovery software • The BlackArmor Backup software (optional) • The user's BlackArmor log in •...any • A copy of users to which this account belongs, if any • Create User Private Share: Whether or not BlackArmor Manager should create a new private share for this guide and the section the user should be created in name and password •...
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... by enabling Global Access in the world. Otherwise, go to make the BlackArmor server's files and folders accessible over the Web. Setup Steps for Administrators Making BlackArmor Accessible Using Seagate Global Access Note: This step is a service that you have their user... 4. Enter the email address and password for detailed instructions. 1. See "Creating a Seagate Global Access Account" on page 25. Follow the on the server using BlackArmor Manager. To access the BlackArmor server over the Web must enable Global Access on -screen instructions to the Server ...
... by enabling Global Access in the world. Otherwise, go to make the BlackArmor server's files and folders accessible over the Web. Setup Steps for Administrators Making BlackArmor Accessible Using Seagate Global Access Note: This step is a service that you have their user... 4. Enter the email address and password for detailed instructions. 1. See "Creating a Seagate Global Access Account" on page 25. Follow the on the server using BlackArmor Manager. To access the BlackArmor server over the Web must enable Global Access on -screen instructions to the Server ...
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... feature. If not entered, enter your server. To connect a printer: 1. Use a high-quality USB cable to connect the printer to your Seagate Global Access email address and password. 4. See the BlackArmor Manager online help granting other people access to the server with people on the back of the USB ports on your...
... feature. If not entered, enter your server. To connect a printer: 1. Use a high-quality USB cable to connect the printer to your Seagate Global Access email address and password. 4. See the BlackArmor Manager online help granting other people access to the server with people on the back of the USB ports on your...