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...www.mystora.com and log in the Stora includes an Albums folder, a Media Library folder, and Preferences. Remote access is installed and detected. To verify that you for selecting NETGEAR products. Go to your Ethernet cable is amber, turn off the Stora unti, and then turn off your ...product. Enter Your Stora Name that your Stora device. 2. For more information on remotely accessing your Stora, please see the User Manual on the Resource CD for...
...www.mystora.com and log in the Stora includes an Albums folder, a Media Library folder, and Preferences. Remote access is installed and detected. To verify that you for selecting NETGEAR products. Go to your Ethernet cable is amber, turn off the Stora unti, and then turn off your ...product. Enter Your Stora Name that your Stora device. 2. For more information on remotely accessing your Stora, please see the User Manual on the Resource CD for...
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NETGEAR Stora User Manual 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA April 2010 202-10540-03 v1.0
NETGEAR Stora User Manual 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA April 2010 202-10540-03 v1.0
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...been suppressed in accordance with the regulations. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that came with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. The Federal Office for worldwide regional customer support centers are registered trademarks or trademarks of their ...to the notes in this equipment on the Warranty and Support Information card that may become the cause of NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR Stora User Manual © 2010 NETGEAR, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of radio interference. Other brand...
...been suppressed in accordance with the regulations. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that came with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. The Federal Office for worldwide regional customer support centers are registered trademarks or trademarks of their ...to the notes in this equipment on the Warranty and Support Information card that may become the cause of NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR Stora User Manual © 2010 NETGEAR, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of radio interference. Other brand...
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NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Sources 57 Albums 60 Working with Media Source Folders 61 Folder Options 65 Albums 70 Working with Albums 70 Working with Files 77 Working with Images 81 Setting up Contacts 83 Social Media 86 Preferences 91 Displaying the Preferences Page 91 User Preferences 92 Server Preferences 95 Administration 101 Chapter 4 Stora Desktop Mirror...
NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Sources 57 Albums 60 Working with Media Source Folders 61 Folder Options 65 Albums 70 Working with Albums 70 Working with Files 77 Working with Images 81 Setting up Contacts 83 Social Media 86 Preferences 91 Displaying the Preferences Page 91 User Preferences 92 Server Preferences 95 Administration 101 Chapter 4 Stora Desktop Mirror...
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... automatically back up content is always available, even if a computer is turned off. NETGEAR Stora User Manual About NETGEAR Stora NETGEAR Stora is a highly secure and stable home server that match the caption and tags. Store Stora allows you can organize your digital media into your Stora makes content available to a wide variety of hardware platforms and allows you to...
... automatically back up content is always available, even if a computer is turned off. NETGEAR Stora User Manual About NETGEAR Stora NETGEAR Stora is a highly secure and stable home server that match the caption and tags. Store Stora allows you can organize your digital media into your Stora makes content available to a wide variety of hardware platforms and allows you to...
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... or any time after installation. Stora Features Standard User accounts 3 FamilyLibrary and MyLibrary access and sharing 3 Stora Albums - NETGEAR Stora User Manual Standard vs. The table below ...outlines the main Standard and Premium features. You will have the option to new Premium features added during your subscription, see "Premium Subscription" on page 51 and set subscription preferences, see "Stora Premium Subscription" on page 105. Remote access 3 Stora Preferences - Local and remote access unlimited Stora Media...
... or any time after installation. Stora Features Standard User accounts 3 FamilyLibrary and MyLibrary access and sharing 3 Stora Albums - NETGEAR Stora User Manual Standard vs. The table below ...outlines the main Standard and Premium features. You will have the option to new Premium features added during your subscription, see "Premium Subscription" on page 51 and set subscription preferences, see "Stora Premium Subscription" on page 105. Remote access 3 Stora Preferences - Local and remote access unlimited Stora Media...
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... automatically optimize the mobile interface for more . Media Players The media server built into Stora makes content available to access your home network. For a list of media players on Stora. iTunes An iTunes client on the network can access music stored on your Stora. NETGEAR Stora User Manual File Types Internal The Stora Application uses an internal player to play...
... automatically optimize the mobile interface for more . Media Players The media server built into Stora makes content available to access your home network. For a list of media players on Stora. iTunes An iTunes client on the network can access music stored on your Stora. NETGEAR Stora User Manual File Types Internal The Stora Application uses an internal player to play...
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Supported devices: • iPhone • Blackberry phones • Windows mobile phones Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 9 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Depending on the device, mobile users can: • Browse albums • Browse folders in the Media Library • Create new folders • Upload media directly from the mobile to Stora Once you set up your Stora, you can access it from a mobile device by going to http://www.myStora.com/mobile.
Supported devices: • iPhone • Blackberry phones • Windows mobile phones Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 9 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Depending on the device, mobile users can: • Browse albums • Browse folders in the Media Library • Create new folders • Upload media directly from the mobile to Stora Once you set up your Stora, you can access it from a mobile device by going to http://www.myStora.com/mobile.
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... unit behind the front panel are two disk bays that house up to access the disks and disk bays located behind it. 1. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Hardware Overview This section introduces Stora hardware components, including displays, ports, buttons, and drive bays. Disk 1 & 2 LEDs (Green) 4. Power Status LED 3. USB Port 1. Disk 2 Bay 3. Exhaust Fan Vent...
... unit behind the front panel are two disk bays that house up to access the disks and disk bays located behind it. 1. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Hardware Overview This section introduces Stora hardware components, including displays, ports, buttons, and drive bays. Disk 1 & 2 LEDs (Green) 4. Power Status LED 3. USB Port 1. Disk 2 Bay 3. Exhaust Fan Vent...
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Power on/off button. 4. Power cable socket. 5. Ethernet port. 6. Unit serial number and network MAC address 3. Rear Panel The back of Stora features a power switch, a power cable socket, a gigabit Ethernet port, a reset button, and two disk release latches; Disk Release latches 2. one for each disk. 1. Insert or remove a disk Figure 2 Stora Disk Bays Note: Disks can be from different manufacturers, however the disk size must be the same. Disk 1 Bay 2. Reset button Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 11 Disk 2 Bay 3. NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1.
Power on/off button. 4. Power cable socket. 5. Ethernet port. 6. Unit serial number and network MAC address 3. Rear Panel The back of Stora features a power switch, a power cable socket, a gigabit Ethernet port, a reset button, and two disk release latches; Disk Release latches 2. one for each disk. 1. Insert or remove a disk Figure 2 Stora Disk Bays Note: Disks can be from different manufacturers, however the disk size must be the same. Disk 1 Bay 2. Reset button Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 11 Disk 2 Bay 3. NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1.
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...on and off . If the unit is hung, press and hold the power button to force shutdown. NOTE: To save power, your Stora, press and hold the power button for Disk 1 and Disk 2 located on . LED located on again to turn off . Power 5. LED status... LED and Connector Descriptions The function of unit Solid Blue: Power is powered off Stora and turn it indicates a problem with the drive. NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Disk release latches 2. Serial numbers 3. Blinking Blue: The Stora is described in the following table: Item Power Button Power Status LED Disk 1: ...
...on and off . If the unit is hung, press and hold the power button to force shutdown. NOTE: To save power, your Stora, press and hold the power button for Disk 1 and Disk 2 located on . LED located on again to turn off . Power 5. LED status... LED and Connector Descriptions The function of unit Solid Blue: Power is powered off Stora and turn it indicates a problem with the drive. NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Disk release latches 2. Serial numbers 3. Blinking Blue: The Stora is described in the following table: Item Power Button Power Status LED Disk 1: ...
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.... into the USB Port Description Connect a USB drive and printer. Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 13 There is no LED associated with the power cable socket. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Item USB Port Ethernet port Power cable socket Reset button Activity Plug an external device into socket located There is no LED associated with the...
.... into the USB Port Description Connect a USB drive and printer. Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 13 There is no LED associated with the power cable socket. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Item USB Port Ethernet port Power cable socket Reset button Activity Plug an external device into socket located There is no LED associated with the...
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... installation before adding the disk. Unpack the unit and check package contents. "Check Package Contents" on page 16. Check Package Contents 1. Warranty Information - NETGEAR Stora User Manual Initial Setup NETGEAR Stora works with both Macintosh and PC computers and comes complete with only one disk, and want to add a second disk for installation instructions. 14...
... installation before adding the disk. Unpack the unit and check package contents. "Check Package Contents" on page 16. Check Package Contents 1. Warranty Information - NETGEAR Stora User Manual Initial Setup NETGEAR Stora works with both Macintosh and PC computers and comes complete with only one disk, and want to add a second disk for installation instructions. 14...
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...connect the other end to the router via the Ethernet cable. WARNING! Turn on the top of Stora unit. Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 15 the ventilation vents are on Stora Unit. Press the On button located on the back panel of the provided Ethernet cable to your ... liquids near or on , the disk LEDs will be solid amber. Connect the Ethernet cable and power cord. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Connect Stora to your Network 2. Figure 5 Connecting Stora to your Network The initial setup completion time is approximately 20 minutes. 1. The blue light will show solid green...
...connect the other end to the router via the Ethernet cable. WARNING! Turn on the top of Stora unit. Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 15 the ventilation vents are on Stora Unit. Press the On button located on the back panel of the provided Ethernet cable to your ... liquids near or on , the disk LEDs will be solid amber. Connect the Ethernet cable and power cord. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Connect Stora to your Network 2. Figure 5 Connecting Stora to your Network The initial setup completion time is approximately 20 minutes. 1. The blue light will show solid green...
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... in the installation process. 2. Click Step 1: Set Up Your Stora to set up Stora so that comes with Stora unit to setup and configure your computer. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Configure your Stora Use the CD that it can store data.The software license agreement will display. Setup Your Stora a. b. Click the I Accept box. 16 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted...
... in the installation process. 2. Click Step 1: Set Up Your Stora to set up Stora so that comes with Stora unit to setup and configure your computer. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Configure your Stora Use the CD that it can store data.The software license agreement will display. Setup Your Stora a. b. Click the I Accept box. 16 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted...
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NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 7 Setup your Stora unit. The product key is complete. The page will change when the process is located on the Resource CD sleeve, and also on the bottom of Stora unit. This is already a registered name for your Stora and License Agreement 4. Your Stora will not be... no duplicates. Product Key: enter the product key that you choose is similar to use it. b. Click Next. Stora Name: enter a unique name for a Stora unit, you will then register with http://www.mystora.com. c. Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 17 Note: if the name you...
NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 7 Setup your Stora unit. The product key is complete. The page will change when the process is located on the Resource CD sleeve, and also on the bottom of Stora unit. This is already a registered name for your Stora and License Agreement 4. Your Stora will not be... no duplicates. Product Key: enter the product key that you choose is similar to use it. b. Click Next. Stora Name: enter a unique name for a Stora unit, you will then register with http://www.mystora.com. c. Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 17 Note: if the name you...
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e. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 8 Registration Screen 5. This will see when they view your account a. Click Next and follow the on-screen prompts to Stora system. Router Configuration 18 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Password: Enter your username and password. Your user name is a...name that guests will be the name you use to login to complete. d. b. Figure 9 Account Creation 6. Be sure to make a note of Stora name, your case-sensitive password and confirm it. c. Display Name: This is case-sensitive. Create your shared files and photos. User Name: Enter...
e. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 8 Registration Screen 5. This will see when they view your account a. Click Next and follow the on-screen prompts to Stora system. Router Configuration 18 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Password: Enter your username and password. Your user name is a...name that guests will be the name you use to login to complete. d. b. Figure 9 Account Creation 6. Be sure to make a note of Stora name, your case-sensitive password and confirm it. c. Display Name: This is case-sensitive. Create your shared files and photos. User Name: Enter...
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... updates that may have occurred since the CD was shipped. Figure 10 Router Configuration Screen 7. a. b. Summary Screen The summary screen will indicate the IP address Stora unit will also automatically check for more information. Most users with your UPnP router, or if your router is a setup problem with newer routers should...
... updates that may have occurred since the CD was shipped. Figure 10 Router Configuration Screen 7. a. b. Summary Screen The summary screen will indicate the IP address Stora unit will also automatically check for more information. Most users with your UPnP router, or if your router is a setup problem with newer routers should...
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... network printers attached to share a printer with the rest of any updates or messages regarding your private files using a comma. 20 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted NETGEAR Stora User Manual 8. Figure 12 Windows Networking 9. Windows Networking Windows Networking allows you want to your system running smoothly. Notifications You can enter one or more than one...
... network printers attached to share a printer with the rest of any updates or messages regarding your private files using a comma. 20 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted NETGEAR Stora User Manual 8. Figure 12 Windows Networking 9. Windows Networking Windows Networking allows you want to your system running smoothly. Notifications You can enter one or more than one...
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... free Premium trial period. Click Continue Trial to include Premium features not available with the standard subscription. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 13 Notifications 10. Click Upgrade Now! c. To update after the trial period has ended, see "Stora Premium Subscription" on page 7 for a list of Premium features. See "Standard vs. Premium Features" on page...
... free Premium trial period. Click Continue Trial to include Premium features not available with the standard subscription. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 13 Notifications 10. Click Upgrade Now! c. To update after the trial period has ended, see "Stora Premium Subscription" on page 7 for a list of Premium features. See "Standard vs. Premium Features" on page...