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... 9 3 Getting Started 10 Physically Connecting the Device 10 Getting Started Using Online Setup Software 11 Accessing Content 12 4 Accessing Your Cloud Remotely 14 Enabling Cloud Access for the My Cloud Mirror Device 14 Configuring Cloud Access for a User 14 Mobilizing Your Files with the iOS or Android Mobile App 16 5 Managing Users, Groups, and Shares... About Shares 26 6 The Dashboard at a Glance 32 Launching the Dashboard 32 The Dashboard Home Page 34 Obtaining Customer Support 43 Common Tasks 44 MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE iii USER MANUAL
... 9 3 Getting Started 10 Physically Connecting the Device 10 Getting Started Using Online Setup Software 11 Accessing Content 12 4 Accessing Your Cloud Remotely 14 Enabling Cloud Access for the My Cloud Mirror Device 14 Configuring Cloud Access for a User 14 Mobilizing Your Files with the iOS or Android Mobile App 16 5 Managing Users, Groups, and Shares... About Shares 26 6 The Dashboard at a Glance 32 Launching the Dashboard 32 The Dashboard Home Page 34 Obtaining Customer Support 43 Common Tasks 44 MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE iii USER MANUAL
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... 45 About Backups 45 Managing a USB Device and USB Backups 45 Remote Backups 48 Internal Backups 50 Cloud Backups 52 8 Managing Apps on My Cloud Mirror 57 About Apps 57 Managing Apps 57 9 Managing Storage on My Cloud Mirror 60 About Storage 60 RAID Storage 60 Disk Status 65 10 Playing/Streaming Videos, Photos, & Music... Regulatory and Warranty Information 107 Regulatory Compliance 107 Warranty Information (All Regions Except Australia/New Zealand) . . .108 Warranty Information (Australia/New Zealand only 109 MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE iv USER MANUAL
... 45 About Backups 45 Managing a USB Device and USB Backups 45 Remote Backups 48 Internal Backups 50 Cloud Backups 52 8 Managing Apps on My Cloud Mirror 57 About Apps 57 Managing Apps 57 9 Managing Storage on My Cloud Mirror 60 About Storage 60 RAID Storage 60 Disk Status 65 10 Playing/Streaming Videos, Photos, & Music... Regulatory and Warranty Information 107 Regulatory Compliance 107 Warranty Information (All Regions Except Australia/New Zealand) . . .108 Warranty Information (Australia/New Zealand only 109 MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE iv USER MANUAL
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Appendices 111 Appendix A: My Cloud Mirror Quick User Guide 111 Appendix B: Joomla!® Setup Guide 119 Appendix C: phpBB Setup Guide 123 Appendix D: Supported RAID Modes 128 Appendix E: RAID Migrations 128 Appendix F: Safe Mode Firmware Update Procedures 128 Appendix G: Technical Specifications 129 Index 131 MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE v USER MANUAL
Appendices 111 Appendix A: My Cloud Mirror Quick User Guide 111 Appendix B: Joomla!® Setup Guide 119 Appendix C: phpBB Setup Guide 123 Appendix D: Supported RAID Modes 128 Appendix E: RAID Migrations 128 Appendix F: Safe Mode Firmware Update Procedures 128 Appendix G: Technical Specifications 129 Index 131 MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE v USER MANUAL
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... the total ampere rating of the product and to normal condition. - lowed. If the product exhibits a distinct change in electric shock or fire hazard. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 1 USER MANUAL
... the total ampere rating of the product and to normal condition. - lowed. If the product exhibits a distinct change in electric shock or fire hazard. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 1 USER MANUAL
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IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION WARNING! There is danger of the device. - System and Software Notes MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 2 USER MANUAL Your WD product information is found on the label on the back of an explosion if the battery is used batteries according to write down ...
IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION WARNING! There is danger of the device. - System and Software Notes MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 2 USER MANUAL Your WD product information is found on the label on the back of an explosion if the battery is used batteries according to write down ...
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...drive directly to store your home. Save everything in one place with mobile apps. Unlike a public cloud, My Cloud Mirror allows you back up the files from all your personal cloud from anywhere - No limits. Enjoy your PC, Mac®, tablet, or smartphone. 2 Product ...Cloud Mirror drive and instantly expand your data with you twice the peace of Apple® Time Machine® backup software to protect your personal cloud is used to one safe place on your high-speed digital life. Transfer and stream faster - MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 3 USER MANUAL...
...drive directly to store your home. Save everything in one place with mobile apps. Unlike a public cloud, My Cloud Mirror allows you back up the files from all your personal cloud from anywhere - No limits. Enjoy your PC, Mac®, tablet, or smartphone. 2 Product ...Cloud Mirror drive and instantly expand your data with you twice the peace of Apple® Time Machine® backup software to protect your personal cloud is used to one safe place on your high-speed digital life. Transfer and stream faster - MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 3 USER MANUAL...
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... interface for your product. Find in minutes - Package Contents My Cloud Mirror Cloud Storage device Ethernet cable AC power adapter Quick Install Guide My Cloud Mirror Cloud Storage Device AC adapter* Ethernet cable Quick Install Guide MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 4 USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW Unleash your connected TVs, media players, gaming consoles, and other...
... interface for your product. Find in minutes - Package Contents My Cloud Mirror Cloud Storage device Ethernet cable AC power adapter Quick Install Guide My Cloud Mirror Cloud Storage Device AC adapter* Ethernet cable Quick Install Guide MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 4 USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW Unleash your connected TVs, media players, gaming consoles, and other...
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... or www.wdstore.ca www.shopwd.eu or www.wdstore.eu Contact WD Technical Support in your computer's hardware configuration and operating system. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 5 USER MANUAL For a list of Technical Support contacts, visit http://support.wd.com and see Knowledge Base Answer ID 1048. PRODUCT OVERVIEW For information on your...
... or www.wdstore.ca www.shopwd.eu or www.wdstore.eu Contact WD Technical Support in your computer's hardware configuration and operating system. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 5 USER MANUAL For a list of Technical Support contacts, visit http://support.wd.com and see Knowledge Base Answer ID 1048. PRODUCT OVERVIEW For information on your...
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... required for initial setup and software downloads, as well as for remote access and mobile apps. Product Components Front View Power LED Drive LEDs MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 6 USER MANUAL
... required for initial setup and software downloads, as well as for remote access and mobile apps. Product Components Front View Power LED Drive LEDs MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 6 USER MANUAL
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... for additional storage. Reset button Power port Kensington security slot ( ) Restores settings such as the administrator user name and password for more information. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 7 USER MANUAL Connects to an AC adapter and the power outlet. Back View PRODUCT OVERVIEW USB ports Kensington® Security Slot Reset button Ethernet port External...
... for additional storage. Reset button Power port Kensington security slot ( ) Restores settings such as the administrator user name and password for more information. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 7 USER MANUAL Connects to an AC adapter and the power outlet. Back View PRODUCT OVERVIEW USB ports Kensington® Security Slot Reset button Ethernet port External...
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... power LED behavior. Note: For non-compatible drives, the power LED blinks yellow during power up . Function No drive Drive present, no activity. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 8 USER MANUAL Device if powered up and ready. System fault (e.g., firmware update failed, system hang, fan not working, etc.). Note: For incompatible drives, the hard drive...
... power LED behavior. Note: For non-compatible drives, the power LED blinks yellow during power up . Function No drive Drive present, no activity. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 8 USER MANUAL Device if powered up and ready. System fault (e.g., firmware update failed, system hang, fan not working, etc.). Note: For incompatible drives, the hard drive...
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... nothing blocking or covering the slots and openings on the top and bottom of the link have successfully established communications. 1000 network connection. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 9 USER MANUAL Pre-installation Instructions Before beginning installation, select a suitable location for your device to obtain maximum efficiency. This will cause your device to become unresponsive...
... nothing blocking or covering the slots and openings on the top and bottom of the link have successfully established communications. 1000 network connection. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 9 USER MANUAL Pre-installation Instructions Before beginning installation, select a suitable location for your device to obtain maximum efficiency. This will cause your device to become unresponsive...
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... overheating, make sure the device is upright as shown in the illustration above and nothing is unpack your device to turn a solid blue. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 10 USER MANUAL In the event of the device. If this occurs, data may be lost. all processes currently being performed. Important: We recommend that you...
... overheating, make sure the device is upright as shown in the illustration above and nothing is unpack your device to turn a solid blue. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 10 USER MANUAL In the event of the device. If this occurs, data may be lost. all processes currently being performed. Important: We recommend that you...
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... Get Started. Follow the on your My Cloud device and click Next. 5. Connect the other end of the My Cloud device. 3. The setup software begins searching for the My Cloud Mirror device to complete the setup process and install...and turns blue. 5. Important: Wait for your taskbar. Click Close to the Network and Creating a Personal Cloud 1. The unit powers up (approximately three minutes) before configuring it . Connecting to exit WD Sync setup....turns a solid blue, continue to display the welcome page. 2. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 11 USER MANUAL
... Get Started. Follow the on your My Cloud device and click Next. 5. Connect the other end of the My Cloud device. 3. The setup software begins searching for the My Cloud Mirror device to complete the setup process and install...and turns blue. 5. Important: Wait for your taskbar. Click Close to the Network and Creating a Personal Cloud 1. The unit powers up (approximately three minutes) before configuring it . Connecting to exit WD Sync setup....turns a solid blue, continue to display the welcome page. 2. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 11 USER MANUAL
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...hold any file type. Double-click the Public folder to display the Shared Music, Shared Pictures, and Shared Videos subfolders. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 12 USER MANUAL If your computer or an attached USB drive. Click Computer. 3. Double-click the Public folder to display the Shared Music, Shared... Start page, type Computer. 2. Once you want to access content over your device. However if you 've physically connected your My Cloud Mirror device (see "Physically Connecting the Device" on page 10), use the following steps to access the contents of the folders can now...
...hold any file type. Double-click the Public folder to display the Shared Music, Shared Pictures, and Shared Videos subfolders. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 12 USER MANUAL If your computer or an attached USB drive. Click Computer. 3. Double-click the Public folder to display the Shared Music, Shared... Start page, type Computer. 2. Once you want to access content over your device. However if you 've physically connected your My Cloud Mirror device (see "Physically Connecting the Device" on page 10), use the following steps to access the contents of the folders can now...
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... 3. Select the Reconnect at the new location. - In a Finder window, click the My Cloud Mirror device under Network, click WDMYCLOUDMIRROR. 2. Mapping the Public Folder (Windows) To map the My Cloud Mirror Public folder for example, Shared Music) and click File > Make Alias. Then... In Windows ...and make an alias. Right-click the item you want to alias (for quick access in the side bar. 2. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 13 USER MANUAL Your Public drive is checked. - GETTING STARTED If your User name and password or select Guest and click Connect to ...
... 3. Select the Reconnect at the new location. - In a Finder window, click the My Cloud Mirror device under Network, click WDMYCLOUDMIRROR. 2. Mapping the Public Folder (Windows) To map the My Cloud Mirror Public folder for example, Shared Music) and click File > Make Alias. Then... In Windows ...and make an alias. Right-click the item you want to alias (for quick access in the side bar. 2. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 13 USER MANUAL Your Public drive is checked. - GETTING STARTED If your User name and password or select Guest and click Connect to ...
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... connection(s), see "Cloud Access" on page 79. Share files, stream media, and access your content anywhere, from your data. To verify that the My Cloud device is the default). No mysterious location for cloud access (enabled is enabled for remote access and to keep all of its many capabilities. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 14 USER MANUAL
... connection(s), see "Cloud Access" on page 79. Share files, stream media, and access your content anywhere, from your data. To verify that the My Cloud device is the default). No mysterious location for cloud access (enabled is enabled for remote access and to keep all of its many capabilities. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 14 USER MANUAL
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... to configure for area at the bottom of the request and can be used only once. 1. Click Save. In the Cloud Devices for cloud access. 3. Once you generate. 2. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 15 USER MANUAL Enter the user's email address. This email address is used . You'll need to generate one code for 48 hours...
... to configure for area at the bottom of the request and can be used only once. 1. Click Save. In the Cloud Devices for cloud access. 3. Once you generate. 2. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 15 USER MANUAL Enter the user's email address. This email address is used . You'll need to generate one code for 48 hours...
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...and Quick Tips within the My Cloud mobile app, or go to http://mycloud.com/learn. Installing the My Cloud Mobile App Download the My Cloud mobile app from any files you want to open. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 16 USER MANUAL Note: Video streaming performance is connected... using Google Android or Apple iOS. ACCESSING YOUR CLOUD REMOTELY Mobilizing Your Files with...
...and Quick Tips within the My Cloud mobile app, or go to http://mycloud.com/learn. Installing the My Cloud Mobile App Download the My Cloud mobile app from any files you want to open. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 16 USER MANUAL Note: Video streaming performance is connected... using Google Android or Apple iOS. ACCESSING YOUR CLOUD REMOTELY Mobilizing Your Files with...
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...ID to log into the web browser app. See Energy Saver - Web Access Timeout on "Energy Saver" on the device. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 17 USER MANUAL As a default, the administrator (admin) user name does not have a special user account (admin) that you log out of the ...My Cloud Mirror device web browser app when you with administrator privileges. You can create one individual at anytime (see "Updating a User Password" on page 22...
...ID to log into the web browser app. See Energy Saver - Web Access Timeout on "Energy Saver" on the device. MY CLOUD MIRROR (GEN 2) CLOUD STORAGE 17 USER MANUAL As a default, the administrator (admin) user name does not have a special user account (admin) that you log out of the ...My Cloud Mirror device web browser app when you with administrator privileges. You can create one individual at anytime (see "Updating a User Password" on page 22...