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Chapter 2 Getting Started In this chapter you need to 1 Connect the HP MediaSmart Server to your home network and install the software on your computer. 3 Install the HP MediaSmart Server software on one computer. 4 Follow the Setup Assistant in the Windows Home Server Console (see Chapter 3). 5 Install the HP MediaSmart Server software on your first home computer. To get started you 'll connect the HP MediaSmart Server to your network and turn it on. 2 Update the trusted programs list for any firewall or anti-virus software on additional computers (see Chapter 4). 5
Chapter 2 Getting Started In this chapter you need to 1 Connect the HP MediaSmart Server to your home network and install the software on your computer. 3 Install the HP MediaSmart Server software on one computer. 4 Follow the Setup Assistant in the Windows Home Server Console (see Chapter 3). 5 Install the HP MediaSmart Server software on your first home computer. To get started you 'll connect the HP MediaSmart Server to your network and turn it on. 2 Update the trusted programs list for any firewall or anti-virus software on additional computers (see Chapter 4). 5
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Inserting the Software Installation Disc The Software Installation Disc first installs the HP MediaSmart Server software and then the Microsoft Home Server Connector software on each installation page. The remainder of this chapter describes important parts of the installation, but not ...to your network. Getting Started 11 NOTE: Computers running Windows Vista may display User Account Control messages, such as "A program needs your home computer to install the software. Click Continue. Install the Software on the First Computer Checking for Windows Vista or Windows XP to view...
Inserting the Software Installation Disc The Software Installation Disc first installs the HP MediaSmart Server software and then the Microsoft Home Server Connector software on each installation page. The remainder of this chapter describes important parts of the installation, but not ...to your network. Getting Started 11 NOTE: Computers running Windows Vista may display User Account Control messages, such as "A program needs your home computer to install the software. Click Continue. Install the Software on the First Computer Checking for Windows Vista or Windows XP to view...
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... components are installed if they are not already on each page. Installing the HP MediaSmart Server Click Install and follow the instructions on your computer. Once the HP software is used to display and accept the end user license agreement. Click Next...HP Update The HP MediaSmart Server software automatically installs after the components. RECOMMENDATION: Click User's Guide on this dialog box if you need additional assistance with the installation and setup. This installation may restart your iTunes music library, and more! This software is installed, the Windows Home Server...
... components are installed if they are not already on each page. Installing the HP MediaSmart Server Click Install and follow the instructions on your computer. Once the HP software is used to display and accept the end user license agreement. Click Next...HP Update The HP MediaSmart Server software automatically installs after the components. RECOMMENDATION: Click User's Guide on this dialog box if you need additional assistance with the installation and setup. This installation may restart your iTunes music library, and more! This software is installed, the Windows Home Server...
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... chapter at the end of the server from your computer. Once the server is found, click Next to your HP MediaSmart Server. Finding the Server The Windows Home Server Connector installations looks for and connects to continue the installation. About the Windows Home Server Connector The Windows Home Server Connector: • Connects your computer to the server. • Automatically backs up your computer...
... chapter at the end of the server from your computer. Once the server is found, click Next to your HP MediaSmart Server. Finding the Server The Windows Home Server Connector installations looks for and connects to continue the installation. About the Windows Home Server Connector The Windows Home Server Connector: • Connects your computer to the server. • Automatically backs up your computer...
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... can name your hardware. Server Name: Server names can take several hours depending on your server. Please wait while Windows Home Server: • Configures your hardware • Recovers your data • Starts Windows Home Server Naming the HP MediaSmart Server Type a name for your server name in the space provided below. 14 Chapter 2 Initializing Windows Home Server The Windows Home Server initialization begins and can...
... can name your hardware. Server Name: Server names can take several hours depending on your server. Please wait while Windows Home Server: • Configures your hardware • Recovers your data • Starts Windows Home Server Naming the HP MediaSmart Server Type a name for your server name in the space provided below. 14 Chapter 2 Initializing Windows Home Server The Windows Home Server initialization begins and can...
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Installing updates ensures that you created during the update process. Logging on page 15. For additional information, see "Setting the Server Password" on to log on and open Windows Home Server. Checking for HP MediaSmart Server Updates The HP MediaSmart Server installation checks for any updates. IMPORTANT: Do not restart or turn off your home server during the installation. Getting Started 17 Starting Windows Home Server Click Start to Windows Home Server Type the password you experience the full functionality and optimal performance of the HP MediaSmart Server.
Installing updates ensures that you created during the update process. Logging on page 15. For additional information, see "Setting the Server Password" on to log on and open Windows Home Server. Checking for HP MediaSmart Server Updates The HP MediaSmart Server installation checks for any updates. IMPORTANT: Do not restart or turn off your home server during the installation. Getting Started 17 Starting Windows Home Server Click Start to Windows Home Server Type the password you experience the full functionality and optimal performance of the HP MediaSmart Server.
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... nightly backups. Shared Folders and Media Sharing Start copying digital assets from the backup 1 At the computer, double-click the Windows Home Server icon in the task tray and log on the HP MediaSmart Server. 1 At the computer, double-click the HP MediaSmart Server desktop icon . 2 Copy Photos, Music, or Videos to the appropriate shared folder or click...
... nightly backups. Shared Folders and Media Sharing Start copying digital assets from the backup 1 At the computer, double-click the Windows Home Server icon in the task tray and log on the HP MediaSmart Server. 1 At the computer, double-click the HP MediaSmart Server desktop icon . 2 Copy Photos, Music, or Videos to the appropriate shared folder or click...
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...MediaSmart Server tab should be active. 2 Follow the instructions in detail. Using the Assistant is optional but recommended to ensure that the most frequently used server features are set up your server. The Assistant guides you through setting up correctly. 1 At the computer, double-click the Windows Home Server... icon in the task tray and log on. 20 Chapter 2 Set up Additional Features Features such as HP Software Update, User Accounts, Remote Access, Photo Webshare, and Media Sharing require ...
...MediaSmart Server tab should be active. 2 Follow the instructions in detail. Using the Assistant is optional but recommended to ensure that the most frequently used server features are set up your server. The Assistant guides you through setting up correctly. 1 At the computer, double-click the Windows Home Server... icon in the task tray and log on. 20 Chapter 2 Set up Additional Features Features such as HP Software Update, User Accounts, Remote Access, Photo Webshare, and Media Sharing require ...
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... the Assistant is optional but recommended to ensure that the most frequently used server features are set up your HP MediaSmart Server 21 After running the Software Installation Disc, the installer displays the Windows Home Server Console with the MediaSmart Server tab selected. The Assistant helps you through setting up correctly. Chapter 3 Using the Assistant The Assistant guides...
... the Assistant is optional but recommended to ensure that the most frequently used server features are set up your HP MediaSmart Server 21 After running the Software Installation Disc, the installer displays the Windows Home Server Console with the MediaSmart Server tab selected. The Assistant helps you through setting up correctly. Chapter 3 Using the Assistant The Assistant guides...
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The Assistant opens to the first incomplete task or closes at the bottom of the Windows Home Server. 22 Chapter 3 Setting up the HP MediaSmart Server using the Assistant Opening the Assistant Complete the following steps if the Assistant is not already open. 1 At the computer, double-click the Windows Home Server icon in the system tray and log on. 2 Click the MediaSmart Server tab. 3 Click Assistant in the upper right corner.
The Assistant opens to the first incomplete task or closes at the bottom of the Windows Home Server. 22 Chapter 3 Setting up the HP MediaSmart Server using the Assistant Opening the Assistant Complete the following steps if the Assistant is not already open. 1 At the computer, double-click the Windows Home Server icon in the system tray and log on. 2 Click the MediaSmart Server tab. 3 Click Assistant in the upper right corner.
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... the table below to determine which type of the Assistant, click Configure. Task 1 of 6: Setup HP Software Update Use the HP MediaSmart software update to keep your server and home computers current with HP Software Updates selected in the Windows Home Server Console Help. 1 On task1 of user account best suits your needs. For information about updating Windows...
... the table below to determine which type of the Assistant, click Configure. Task 1 of 6: Setup HP Software Update Use the HP MediaSmart software update to keep your server and home computers current with HP Software Updates selected in the Windows Home Server Console Help. 1 On task1 of user account best suits your needs. For information about updating Windows...
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It allows you to configure your HP MediaSmart Server, you registered MyFamily.hpshare.net for your HP MediaSmart Server and HP Photo Webshare from the Internet. See the online HP MediaSmart Server User's Guide for more information, see Configuring your broadband router in the Windows Home Server Console Help or see Troubleshooting in the left menu. 2 Type a name for your broadband router. A Domain...
It allows you to configure your HP MediaSmart Server, you registered MyFamily.hpshare.net for your HP MediaSmart Server and HP Photo Webshare from the Internet. See the online HP MediaSmart Server User's Guide for more information, see Configuring your broadband router in the Windows Home Server Console Help or see Troubleshooting in the left menu. 2 Type a name for your broadband router. A Domain...
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... the Assistant 29 On task 6 of the Windows Home Server Console and clicking Help in the upper right corner. • At the computer, click Start, All Programs, and then select HP MediaSmart Server. Click the Help & Support tab and User's Guide. It takes you to the HP MediaSmart Server User's Guide where you can also open the User...
... the Assistant 29 On task 6 of the Windows Home Server Console and clicking Help in the upper right corner. • At the computer, click Start, All Programs, and then select HP MediaSmart Server. Click the Help & Support tab and User's Guide. It takes you to the HP MediaSmart Server User's Guide where you can also open the User...
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Install the software on the other computers on your home. Chapter 4 Installing on Additional Computers Now you are ready to install the HP MediaSmart Server and Windows Home Server Connector software on the other computers in the Assistant on the first computer, use the Software Installation Disc to run the Software Installation Disc on one computer at time. 31 After completing the steps in your home network.
Install the software on the other computers on your home. Chapter 4 Installing on Additional Computers Now you are ready to install the HP MediaSmart Server and Windows Home Server Connector software on the other computers in the Assistant on the first computer, use the Software Installation Disc to run the Software Installation Disc on one computer at time. 31 After completing the steps in your home network.
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...Home Server Setup does not run. • Your server password is required to install. For additional information, see (in the following figure: 32 Chapter 4 You must be solid blue, before installing the software on the installation wizards. Install the Software on Additional Computers NOTE: The HP MediaSmart Server... must be on and all of the lights on the front of the server must have administrative privileges to install, as shown in the installation chapter). 2 Follow...
...Home Server Setup does not run. • Your server password is required to install. For additional information, see (in the following figure: 32 Chapter 4 You must be solid blue, before installing the software on the installation wizards. Install the Software on Additional Computers NOTE: The HP MediaSmart Server... must be on and all of the lights on the front of the server must have administrative privileges to install, as shown in the installation chapter). 2 Follow...
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... on the Software Installation Disc, there are a few setup options for you to consider. • The home computer is an iTunes library on this computer that you want to include in Windows Home Server for this computer, see "Backups" on page 19. • If you created individual user accounts in ... them to be backed up computer user accounts for them if you also need to set up to be able to the server. For additional information, see the online HP MediaSmart Server User's Guide on the Software Installation Disc or on the Help & Support tab of 6: Create User Accounts" on Additional ...
... on the Software Installation Disc, there are a few setup options for you to consider. • The home computer is an iTunes library on this computer that you want to include in Windows Home Server for this computer, see "Backups" on page 19. • If you created individual user accounts in ... them to be backed up computer user accounts for them if you also need to set up to be able to the server. For additional information, see the online HP MediaSmart Server User's Guide on the Software Installation Disc or on the Help & Support tab of 6: Create User Accounts" on Additional ...
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... to become acquainted with your new HP MediaSmart Server. 1 After you install the server software on one computer and complete the steps in the Assistant in the Windows Home Server Console, install the software on a second computer on your home network. 2 From the first computer, click the HP MediaSmart Server desktop icon to start the HP MediaSmart Server Control Center. 3 Click the Photos...
... to become acquainted with your new HP MediaSmart Server. 1 After you install the server software on one computer and complete the steps in the Assistant in the Windows Home Server Console, install the software on a second computer on your home network. 2 From the first computer, click the HP MediaSmart Server desktop icon to start the HP MediaSmart Server Control Center. 3 Click the Photos...
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... What to do about a failure when transferring photos or video clips to the HP MediaSmart Server from is connected wirelessly to the network, try transferring the missing files again. 2 If the transfer fails again, check that you cannot access the Windows Home Server please see the following tip: 4 Check the Event Viewer to see if..., Control Panel, System and Maintenance, Administrative Tools, and then select Event Viewer. 42 Chapter 5 network (subnet). 5 If the computer that you can access the Windows Home Server. 3 If you transferring files from your computer.
... What to do about a failure when transferring photos or video clips to the HP MediaSmart Server from is connected wirelessly to the network, try transferring the missing files again. 2 If the transfer fails again, check that you cannot access the Windows Home Server please see the following tip: 4 Check the Event Viewer to see if..., Control Panel, System and Maintenance, Administrative Tools, and then select Event Viewer. 42 Chapter 5 network (subnet). 5 If the computer that you can access the Windows Home Server. 3 If you transferring files from your computer.
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.../Issue Probable Cause If you cannot access the Try the suggested Windows Home Server resolutions Answer/Resolution • Make sure that all the cable connections are correctly plugged in. • Make sure the HP MediaSmart Server has power and the Network indicator light is blue. • Make sure the router (or switch) has power. •...
.../Issue Probable Cause If you cannot access the Try the suggested Windows Home Server resolutions Answer/Resolution • Make sure that all the cable connections are correctly plugged in. • Make sure the HP MediaSmart Server has power and the Network indicator light is blue. • Make sure the router (or switch) has power. •...
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... network properties with these options selected: TCP/IP. • Obtain IP address automatically. • Obtain DNS server address automatically. Refer to the documentation that came with the HP MediaSmart Server. • If using the Ethernet cable that came with the router for instructions on proper DHCP... connections are using your own Ethernet cable, try using a firewall program, configure it to allow any HP MediaSmart or Windows Home Server applications. • For instructions to unblock, see the software vendor's documentation. • Check that the router • The...
... network properties with these options selected: TCP/IP. • Obtain IP address automatically. • Obtain DNS server address automatically. Refer to the documentation that came with the HP MediaSmart Server. • If using the Ethernet cable that came with the router for instructions on proper DHCP... connections are using your own Ethernet cable, try using a firewall program, configure it to allow any HP MediaSmart or Windows Home Server applications. • For instructions to unblock, see the software vendor's documentation. • Check that the router • The...