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Contents Chapter 1 Setup.........................................................................................5 LinkNavigator Setup (LS-VL, LS-XHL, LS-CHL).......................................... 5 LinkNavigator Setup (LS-WVL, LS-WXL)...................................................... 7 LinkNavigator Setup (LS-WSXL)..................................................................... 9 LinkNavigator Setup (LS-QVL)........................................................................
Disk Quotas....................................................................................................................50 FTP Server.......................................................................................................................55 Direct Copy....................................................................................................................58 Users/Groups........................................................................................................
Network-USB Server...................................................................................................114 Print Server.....................................................................................................................116 BitTorrent Client...........................................................................................................123 DLNA Server..................................................................................................................
Info folder.............................................................................................................. 191 Status LED (LS-VL, LS-XHL, LS-CHL).............................................................. 192 Status LED (LS-WVL, LS-WXL)......................................................................... 195 Status LED (LS-WSXL)........................................................................................ 200 Status LED (LS-QVL)................................................
Chapter 1 Setup LinkNavigator Setup (LS-VL, LS-XHL, LS-CHL) 1 Connect the LinkStation with an Ethernet cable and the included AC adapter. Plug the power cord into a surge protector or power outlet. Connect the Ethernet cable to a router, hub, or switch on your network. The Ethernet cable will “click” and lock in place when inserted properly. LinkStation 2 3 4 Move the Power Mode Switch on the back of the LinkStation to the ON position. Note: Do not set the Power Mode Switch to AUTO at this time.
Chapter1 Setup Notes: • If you are using Windows 7 or Vista, the autoplay screen may appear. Click [Run LSNavi.exe]. • If “Do you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer?” is displayed in Windows 7, please click [Yes]. • If “A program needs your permission to continue” is displayed in Windows Vista, please click [Continue]. • For OS X, double-click on the LinkNavigator icon in the utility CD.
Chapter1 Setup LinkNavigator Setup (LS-WVL, LS-WXL) 1 Connect the LinkStation with an Ethernet cable and the included AC adapter. Plug the power cord into a surge protector or power outlet. Connect the Ethernet cable to a router, hub, or switch on your network. The Ethernet cable will “click” and lock in place when inserted properly. LinkStation 2 3 4 Move the Power Mode Switch on the back of the LinkStation to the ON position. Note: Do not set the Power Mode Switch to AUTO at this time.
Chapter1 Setup Notes: • If you are using Windows 7 or Vista, the autoplay screen may appear. Click [Run LSNavi.exe]. • If “Do you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer?” is displayed in Windows 7, please click [Yes]. • If “A program needs your permission to continue” is displayed in Windows Vista, please click [Continue]. • For OS X, double-click on the LinkNavigator icon in the utility CD.
Chapter1 Setup LinkNavigator Setup (LS-WSXL) 1 Connect the LinkStation with the AC adaptor and an Ethernet cable. Plug the power cord into a surge protector or power outlet. Connect the Ethernet cable to a router, hub, or switch on your network. The Ethernet cable will “click” and lock in place when inserted properly. LinkStation 2 3 Move the Power Mode Switch on the back of the LinkStation to ON. Note: Do not set the Power Mode Switch to AUTO at this time.
Chapter1 Setup 4 Insert the Utility CD in your computer’s CD drive. LinkNavigator will launch. Click [Begin Installation]. The wizard will guide you through installation. Notes: • If LinkNavigator does not launch automatically, open the Utility CD and double-click [LSNavi. exe]. • If you are using Windows 7 or Vista, the autoplay screen may appear. Click [Run LSNavi.exe]. • If “Do you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer ?” is displayed in Windows 7, please click [Yes].
Chapter1 Setup 6 7 Double-click your LinkStation's icon in the NAS Navigator2 window. The LinkStation’s shared folder opens. You can now use the LinkStation’s shared folder to save files just like any other folder. Note: With Mac OS X, the LinkStation is mounted as a drive on the desktop or displayed in the sidebar of the Finder. Setup is now complete.
Chapter1 Setup LinkNavigator Setup (LS-QVL) 1 Connect the LinkStation with an Ethernet cable and the included AC adapter. Plug the power cord into a surge protector or power outlet. Connect the Ethernet cable to a router, hub, or switch on your network. The Ethernet cable will “click” and lock in place when inserted properly. LinkStation 2 3 Hold down the power button on the front of the LinkStation for one second. The blue Power LED will blink as the LinkStation boots.
Chapter1 Setup Notes: • If you are using Windows 7 or Vista, the autoplay screen may appear. Click [Run LSNavi.exe]. • If “Do you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer?” is displayed in Windows 7, please click [Yes]. • If “A program needs your permission to continue” is displayed in Windows Vista, please click [Continue]. • For OS X, double-click on the LinkNavigator icon in the utility CD.
Chapter1 Setup LinkNavigator Setup (LS-XL) 1 Connect the LinkStation with the Ethernet cable and the AC adapter. It will power on automatically. Wait until the blue Power LED stops flashing and glows steadily. LinkStation Power LED 2 Insert the LinkNavigator CD into your computer. LinkNavigator will launch. Click [Begin Installation]. The wizard will guide you through installation. If LinkNavigator does not launch automatically, open the Utility CD and double-click [LSNavi.exe].
Chapter1 Setup 4 Click [Finish] or [Complete]. NAS Navigator2 starts automatically. 5 In NAS Navigator2, double-click your LinkStation’s icon. This opens the shared folder of the LinkStation. You can now use the LinkStation’s shared folder to save files just like any other folder. Note: For Mac OS X, the LinkStation is mounted as a drive icon on the desktop, or it is displayed in the sidebar of the Finder. Setup is now complete.
Chapter1 Setup Diagrams and Layout (LS-VL, LS-XHL, LS-CHL) Front 1 1 2 Power LED Blue LED: Power on. LED is OFF: Power off. Blinks blue:During startup or shutdown. Amber light is flashing: The amber light flashes if there is a message. Flashing pattern varies depending on the message. For more information, refer to "Status LED" on page 194 . . Red light is flashing: Red light flashes when an error occurs. Flashing pattern varies depending on the message.
Chapter1 Setup Back 3 Fan Do not block the fan when installing the unit. 4 USB 2.0 Connector You may attach a USB device such as a digital camera, printer, memory card reader, or hard drive. USB hubs, mice, keyboards, and all-in-one printers are not supported. USB card readers that support multiple memory cards may not function properly. 5 Power Mode Switch 3 4 6 7 5 8 5 7 LinkStation User Manual AUTO: Automatically powers the LinkStation on and off with your computer.
Chapter1 Setup Diagrams and Layout (LS-WVL, LS-WXL) Front Back 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 10 11 12 Note: – Please do not lift the LinkStation by its front cover. It might come off. 1 Power LED Blue LED: Power on. LED is off: Power off. Blinks blue: During startup or shutdown. 2 Function LED The Function LED glows blue when direct copy is finished, during initialization, and during USB dismounting (about 60 seconds). During direct copy it blinks blue.
Chapter1 Setup 5 USB 2.0 connector You may attach a USB device such as a digital camera, printer, memory card reader, or hard drive. USB hubs, mice, keyboards, and all-in-one printers are not supported. USB card readers that support multiple memory cards may not function properly. 6 Power Mode Switch AUTO: The LinkStation turns on and off automatically with your PC (s). ON: The LinkStation boots and is operational. OFF: The LinkStation shuts down. 7 LAN Port Connect to your LAN with an Ethernet cable.
Chapter1 Setup Diagrams and Layout (LS-WSXL) Front Back 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Function Button The Function Button initiates direct copy, dismounts USB devices, and is used to initialize the LinkStation. 2 Function LED The Function LED glows blue when direct copy is finished, during initialization, and during USB dismounting (about 60 seconds). During direct copy the Function LED blinks blue. 3 Link/Act LED Glows green for connection. Blinks green for access.
Chapter1 Setup 5 Power LED (LinkStation) Blue LED: Power on. LED is off: Power off. Blinks blue: During startup or shutdown. 6 Security lock for anti-theft Many security cables are compatible with this lock. 7 USB 2.0 connector You may attach a USB device such as a digital camera, printer, memory card reader, or hard drive. USB hubs, mice, keyboards, and all-in-one printers are not supported. USB card readers that support multiple memory cards may not function properly.
Chapter1 Setup Diagrams and Layout (LS-QVL) Front Back 1 2 7 8 3 4 5 6 9 10 5 11 12 13 14 15 1 Power Button Power on: Press the power button to turn on. Power off: Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds. 2 Power LED Blue LED: Power on. LED is off: Power off. Blinks blue: During startup or shutdown. Amber light is flashing: The amber light flashes if there is a message. Flashing pattern varies depending on the message. For more information, refer to “Status LED” on page 206.
Chapter1 Setup 5 USB 2.0 Connector You may attach a USB device such as a digital camera, printer, memory card reader, or hard drive. USB hubs, mice, keyboards, and all-in-one printers are not supported. USB card readers that support multiple memory cards may not function properly. 6 ~ 9 Status LEDs 1 to 4 These display the status of the hard drive corresponding to the drive number. Glowing green: Normal operation (flashes during access) Glowing red: An error occurred in the hard drive.
Chapter1 Setup Diagrams and Layout (LS-XL) Front Back 2 1 4 5 3 1 Power LED The blue Power LED glows when you connect the AC adapter. The blue LED blinks while booting, shutting down, or updating firmware. Note: Do not disconnect the AC adapter while the blue LED is on or blinking. You may shut down the LinkStation from the Web Admin interface or from NAS Navigator2. If the AC adapter is unplugged without first shutting down the LinkStation properly, the unit may be damaged.
Chapter 2 Using your LinkStation Opening the Shared Folder 1 Launch NAS Navigator2. • Windows: Double-click the • Mac OS X: Click the 2 3 icon on the desktop. icon in the Dock. Double-click on the LinkStation's icon. The LinkStation’s shared folder opens. Note: In Mac OS X, the share is mounted as a drive icon on the desktop, or displayed in the sidebar of the Finder. You can now use the LinkStation’s shared folder to save files just like any other folders.
Using your LinkStation Opening the shared folder from another PC After the LinkStation is installed on one computer, you don’t have to go through the full installation to add a second computer. Just install NAS Navigator2 on each additional computer to access the LinkStation. 1 Insert the Utility CD in your computer’s CD drive. LinkNavigator will launch. Notes: • If LinkNavigator does not open, open the Utility CD and double-click [LSNavi.exe].
Using your LinkStation 5 Launch NAS Navigator2: • Windows: Double-click the • Mac OS X: Click the icon on the desktop. icon in the Dock. 6 7 Double-click on the LinkStation icon. The LinkStation’s shared folder opens. Note: On Mac OS, LinkStation is mounted as a drive icon on the desktop, or displayed in the sidebar on the Finder. Setup is complete. You can now use the LinkStation’s shared folder to save files just like any other folders.
Using your LinkStation Power Modes The LinkStation can automatically turn on and off with your computers. To use this feature, install NAS Navigator2 on each computer and then set the Power Mode Switch to the AUTO position. LS-VL, XHL, CHL LS-WVL, WXL LS-WSXL AUTO: When the switch is in the AUTO position, the LinkStation automatically turns off when all computers on the network with NAS Navigator2 turn off. If any computer on the network is powered on, the LinkStation automatically powers on as well.
Using your LinkStation LS-QVL Manual (default): In this position, the power button on the front of the LinkStation turns it on and off. It is not affected by the power state of connected computers. Auto: In this position, if all connected computers are turned off, the LinkStation will turn off too. If a connected computer is powered on, the LinkStation will power on too. Notes: • After you turn off your computer, it may take several minutes for the LinkStation to shut down.
Using your LinkStation Turning Off the Power in the LS-XL Series The LS-XL series LinkStation does not have a power button. It automatically turns on when the AC adapter is connected. To turn off the power, use the procedure below to perform a shutdown. The LinkStation may be damaged if the AC adapter is removed without first shutting down the unit properly. Note: To turn the LinkStation on after a shutdown, unplug the AC adapter and then plug it back in again.
Using your LinkStation Changing the IP Address Normally, the LinkStation’s IP address is set automatically from a DHCP server on your network. If you prefer, you can set it manually. To change the LinkStation’s IP address settings, your computer should be connected to the same router (subnet) as the LinkStation and should be running NAS Navigator2 (included on your LinkNavigator CD). 1 Launch NAS Navigator2. • Windows: Double-click the • Mac OS X: Click the 2 icon on the desktop. icon in the Dock.
Using your LinkStation Web Admin interface To open the LinkStation’s web-based administration interface, follow the steps below. 1 Launch NAS Navigator2. • Windows: Double-click the • Mac OS X: Click the icon on the desktop. icon in the Dock. 2 Windows : Right-click on the LinkStation icon and select [Open Web setting]. Mac OS X : Click the LinkStation icon while holding down the control key and select [Open Web setting].
Using your LinkStation 4 The Web Admin interface opens. The LinkStation’s name, IP address, workgroup and hard disk information are displayed on the left side of the window. Note: The Web Admin interface is compatible with Internet Explorer 6.0 Service Pack 2 or later, Firefox 1.5 or later, and Safari 3 or later. The Web Admin interface contains the following sections. • [Shared Folders] Add/delete shared folders, set access restrictions, and configure direct copy.
Using your LinkStation To open the Web Admin interface from a different computer, open a browser and type the LinkStation’s IP address into the URL field. With a Mac, you can open the Web Admin interface from Bonjour as described below. 1 Launch Safari. 2 Select [View] - [View Bookmark Bar] from Safari’s menu. 3 Select [Bonjour] from the left-side menu, then click on your LinkStation in the bookmark list. 4 1 Enter your username and password. 2 Click [Login].
Using your LinkStation LinkStation Function List Different LinkStation models include different features. The table below shows the features included in each model.
Using your LinkStation Adding shared folders By default, the LinkStation includes one shared folder “share”. You may add additional folders as follows. 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, click [Shared Folders] - [Folder Setup]. 2 Click [Create Folder]. 2 1 Enter desired characteristics for the new share. Note: If you would like to copy the settings of an existing folder, select a source folder from the [Copy Settings From] dropdown. 2 Click [Save]. You have created a new share.
Using your LinkStation Notes: • File and folder names should contain 255 single-byte characters or less (UTF-8). DBCS characters (such as Japanese) count as two characters (2 bytes) each. File and folder names should contain 255 bytes of data or less. You may not be able to copy a folder or file whose name contains more than 255 bytes of information. • You cannot set hidden or read-only attributes to subfolders or files on the LinkStation.
Using your LinkStation • Set the username and password used for the LinkStation to the same username and password used to log into the Windows network. If they are different, it may not be possible to access shared folders that were set with access restrictions in the LinkStation. • When files are copied to the LinkStation, or to a USB drive connected to the LinkStation, file information such as date created, date modified, and other date information may be updated or changed.
Using your LinkStation • If creating files or folders over an FTP connection, try not to exceed 250 bytes in UTF-8 conversion including the directory path name. If 250 bytes is exceeded, reading and deleting operations may not be possible using Explorer. • In some cases, the internal clock of the LinkStation may become out of sync after usage over an extended period of time. If this happens, correct the time. Also, the NTP function can be used to automatically correct the time.
Using your LinkStation Access Restrictions There are several ways to restrict access to users of a LinkStation. Access restrictions for Users and/or Groups on the LinkStation The next page describes how to configure access restrictions for local users and/or groups. Access Restrictions on NT Domain Follow the procedure on page 43 to configure. Access Restrictions on Active Directory Follow the procedure on page 45 to configure.
Using your LinkStation Restricting access for Users and Groups on the LinkStation You can set access restrictions for shared folders by username or group names for users that are registered on the LinkStation. 1 Create new user accounts and passwords in Windows, or record existing Windows usernames and passwords. Each account on the LinkStation will have the same username and password as the user’s Windows account. 2 Register users and groups on the LinkStation. 1 Add users as described on page 60.
Using your LinkStation 3 Check [Access Restrictions] to enable. 4 Click [Add]. Note: The procedure described here shows how to set access restrictions for users. To set access restrictions for a group of users, click [Local Groups] - [Add]. 5 1 Check the users (or groups) that you want to permit to access the share. . 2 Click [Add]. 6 Select the level of access for the user or group you added. 7 Click [Save]. You have assigned access restrictions.
Using your LinkStation Access Restrictions on NT Domain The LinkStation can download users, groups, and passwords from an NT Domain server. This procedure is recommended for system administrators only. Note: The LS-CHL LinkStation doesn’t support NT Domain in the US and the EU. 1 Create an account on the Domain Controller for the LinkStation. Note: If there is an option to “Accept accounts for computers with Windows 2000 or earlier”, then select it.
Using your LinkStation Notes: • If you change the LinkStation’s name, you will no longer be able to use domain users and groups or access restrictions. Rejoin the domain. • If a domain user name contains more than 20 bytes, the LinkStation truncates it to 20 bytes. • The LinkStation only downloads the first 1000 users or the first 1000 groups from a domain controller. • If you operate LinkStation as a member server of NT Domain or Active Directory domain, you cannot connect as a guest user via AFP.
Using your LinkStation Access Restrictions on Active Directory The LinkStation can download users, groups, and passwords from an Active Directory domain server. This procedure is recommended for system administrators only. Note: The LS-CHL LinkStation doesn’t support Active Directory in the US and the EU. 1 Create an account on the Domain Controller for the LinkStation. Note: If there is an option to “Accept accounts for computers with Windows 2000 or earlier”, then select it.
Using your LinkStation Notes: • When you have the LinkStation joined to an Active Directory domain, you must specify the DNS Server which can resolve names for Active Directory domain. • After building an Active Directory domain, the administrator’s password which is needed to join the Active Directory domain must be changed at least once, or joining the Active Directory domain will fail. • Active Directory domain’s DNS name and NetBIOS name must be identical.
Using your LinkStation Access restrictions by using the Delegate Authority server feature You may administer all user accounts and passwords centrally from a delegate server as described below. This procedure is intended for network administrators only. Notes: • You can set access restrictions on shared folders. You cannot set different restrictions on folders in a shared folder. Child folders in a shared folder inherit their permissions from the parent folder.
Using your LinkStation 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Network] - [Workgroup/Domain]. 2 Click [Modify Settings]. 2 3 LinkStation User Manual 1 Click [Workgroup] (even if you are in a domain environment). 2 Enter the [Workgroup Name]. To use a Windows Domain Controller as an external SMB authentication server, enter its name for the [Workgroup Name]. 3 Select [Delegate Authority to External SMB Server]. 1 Enter the [Authentication Server Name or IP Address] .
Using your LinkStation 4 The shared folder for authentication should be created on the LinkStation A user that has been registered to the specified authentication server will be automatically registered as a user on the LinkStation when they open the shared folder for authentication (you can also register users directly). Configuration of the Authentication Server is complete. Notes: • A user who is automatically registered will belong to the “hdusers” group.
Using your LinkStation Disk Quotas Notes: • When using quotas, disable the recycle bin or empty the trash folder. The limited space includes the space used for trash. • Quotas apply per drive or per array. If a Quota is set to 1 GB, each drive or array can use maximum of 1 GB. • Quotas can’t be set for external USB hard drives connected to the LinkStation, only internal drives. • The LS-CHL LinkStation doesn’t support disk quotas in the US and the EU.
Using your LinkStation 3 Select [Shared Folders] - [Folder Setup] and click [Create Folder]. 4 1 Configure the desired settings. 2 Click [Access Restrictions]. 5 Click [Add]. 6 1 Check the user you created in step 2. 2 Click [Add]. 7 8 Select level of access privileges for the user you added from [Read Only] or [Read & Write]. Click [Save]. You’ve configured a disk quota for users.
Using your LinkStation Disk space quotas for groups To limit the space of shared folders that each group can use, follow the procedure below. 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, select [Users/Groups] [Local Users]. 2 Click [Create User]. 2 1 Enter [Username], [User Id], [Password] and [Description]. Note: User IDs may be between 1000 and 1999. Do not duplicate user IDs. 2 Click [Save]. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each user in the group.
Using your LinkStation 4 1 Enter [Group Name], [Group Id] and [Description]. Note: The group ID may be any number from 1000 and 1999. Do not duplicate Group IDs. 2 Click [Enable] for [Group Quota]. 3 Enter the total space that the group can use in the Hard Limit (GB) field. 4 Select users from step 2 in [Local Users], and click [Add] for each. 5 Click [Save]. Note: Deleting and adding groups repeatedly may cause quotas to not work properly. 5 1 Click [Users/Groups] - [Local Users].
Using your LinkStation 10 1 Click [Local Groups]. 2 Click [Add]. 11 1 Check the group you created step 4. 2 Click [Add]. 12 13 Select level of access privileges for group you added from [Read Only] or [Read & Write]. Click [Save]. You have configured a group quota.
Using your LinkStation FTP Server By default, the LinkStation’s shares are only accessible by users connected to the same network or router as the LinkStation. The optional FTP server allows users to access the LinkStation from outside of the local network. You may enable it as follows. 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Network] - [Settings] - [Network Services] and click [FTP]. 2 3 1 Select [Enable]. 2 Click [Save]. Click [Shared Folders] - [Folder Setup].
Using your LinkStation To access to the LinkStation with an FTP client Configure your FTP client software with the following settings: • Host Name IP address of the LinkStation. • Username Username registered on the LinkStation • Password Password registered to the LinkStation • Port 21 Example ftp://192.168.11.150/ • You cannot write by FTP if the shared folder is set to read-only on the LinkStation. • Access restrictions are applied based on the settings in the LinkStation.
Using your LinkStation Accessing the LinkStation with an Anonymous user: To allow anonymous access to your FTP share, disable access restrictions on the FTP share. Configure your FTP client as follows: • Host Name IP address of the LinkStation • Username anonymous • Password any set of characters • Port 21 Example ftp://192.168.11.150/ • To make your FTP share available from outside your network, you will need to configure your router and firewall.
Using your LinkStation Direct Copy DirectCopy automatically copies movie, music, and images directly to the LinkStation from a USB device. Note: Not all LinkStations support Direct Copy. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports Direct Copy. Direct Copy supports LinkStations that have a USB port. You can connect many types of USB devices to the LinkStation, including USB hard drives, USB flash drives, single-card card readers, digital cameras, and USB printers.
Using your LinkStation 2 While the function button is blue, press it to automatically copy data from the USB device to a shared folder on the LinkStation. The function button will flash blue during the copy. Push the function button again to abort the copy.
Using your LinkStation Users/Groups Adding Users Add users as shown below. 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Users/Groups] - [Local Users]. 2 Click [Create User]. 2 1 Configure the desired settings for the new user. 2 Click [Save]. You have added a user. Use the same username and password that the user logs into Windows with. If the username and passwords are different, the user may not be able to access restricted shares.
Using your LinkStation Notes: • When using access restrictions, you can register up to 300 users on the LinkStation.
Using your LinkStation Adding Groups Add groups as shown below: 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Users/ Groups] - [Local Groups]. 2 Click [Create Group]. 2 1 Enter [Group Name] and [Description]. 2 Select users to include in the group. 3 Click [Add], then [Save]. You have added a group.
Using your LinkStation Admin Password You may change the admin password as follows. 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Users/ Groups] - [Local Users]. 2 Select [admin] and click [Edit User]. 3 1 Enter a [Username] and [Password]. 2 Click [Save]. You have now changed the admin password. Note: You cannot set access restrictions or use WebAccess with the admin account. Use the admin account only to log in to the Web Admin interface.
Using your LinkStation Network Jumbo Frame If your other network devices support it, you may be able to increase network performance with Jumbo Frame. 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Network] - [Settings] - [Ethernet Frame Size]. 2 Click [Modify Settings]. 2 1 Select [Ethernet Frame Size]. 2 Click [Save].
Using your LinkStation Notes: • To use the LinkStation with Jumbo Frame, your router/switch/hub must support Jumbo Frame. • To use Jumbo Frame (4102/7422/9694 bytes), your computer’s NICs and all switches, hubs, and routers on the transmission route need to support Jumbo Frame. If any device on the route does not support Jumbo Frame, use standard transmission (1518 bytes) instead.
Using your LinkStation Web server The LinkStation can be used as a Web server. HTML, CGI scripts, images, and JavaScript are supported. Notes: • Not all LinkStations include Web server functionality. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports Web server. • The LinkStation’s Web server is for advanced users only. Do not enable it unless you know what you’re doing.
Using your LinkStation MySQL server The LinkStation can be used as a MySQL server. A MySQL database may be installed and linked with the web server. Notes: • Not all LinkStations include MySQL server functionality. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports MySQL server. • The LinkStation’s MySQL server is for advanced users only. • Do not enable it unless you know what you’re doing.
Using your LinkStation System-Settings Name, Date and Time Configure the LinkStation’s host name, date, or time as follows: 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] - [Settings] - [Name]. 2 Click [Modify Settings]. 2 Enter the [LinkStation Name] and [Description], then click [Save]. 3 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] - [Settings] - [Date and Time]. 2 Click [Modify Settings]. 4 1 Enter the [Date] and [Time]. 2 Click [Save].
Using your LinkStation Click [Use Local Date/Time] to use your computer’s time settings for the LinkStation. By default, the LinkStation adjust its clock automatically by using an NTP server. NTP NTP may not be usable in some networks. The default NTP Server (ntp.jst.mfeed.ad.jp) belongs to Internet Multi Feed Inc. For more information, please visit www.jst.mfeed.ad.jp. Use NTP at your own risk.
Using your LinkStation System-Storage Check Disk A disk check tests the data on a drive in the LinkStation or connected via USB. Errors are fixed automatically. A disk check may run for more than ten hours. Shared folders cannot be accessed during the disk check. Do not turn off power to the LinkStation during the disk check. If the Power Mode Switch is set to AUTO, then the LinkStation will turn off when the disk check is finished.
Using your LinkStation Note: If you access a shared folder from a Macintosh computer, information files for Macintosh may be automatically generated. Do not delete these files from a Windows computer. Otherwise, you may no longer be able to access folders from the Macintosh. If you cannot access them, check [Delete any hidden, non-essential Mac OS dedicated files] in [System] - [Storage] - [Check Disk].
Using your LinkStation Format a Drive • A format deletes all data from a hard drive. Be careful! Back up any important data on a drive before formatting it. It will take several minutes to format a hard drive. • Shared folders cannot be accessed during formatting. • Do not turn off the power switch or disconnect power while formatting a hard drive. • If the Power Mode Switch is set to AUTO, then the LinkStation will turn off when the format is finished.
Using your LinkStation Notes: • The time needed to format a hard drive varies based on the hard drive's size and format types (a few seconds to several minutes). • The Info LED on the front of the LinkStation will flash during formatting. The LinkStation's shared folders cannot be accessed until the disk format is complete. • If the hard drive is connected to the USB connector, partitions will be recreated.
Using your LinkStation Adding Storage Your LinkStation includes USB ports. You can connect a Buffalo external hard drive to it. It will appear as an additional shared folder on the LinkStation. USB hard drives cannot be added to LinkStations that do not have a USB port. Connect the hard drive as shown below. If the hard drive is already formatted, it will be detected automatically. If the hard disk is not formatted, format it from the Web Admin interface (next page).
Using your LinkStation To format a USB hard drive For best results with the LinkStation, reformat the external USB drive from the Web Admin interface. Formatting will delete all data on the drive. Back up any important data before formatting. 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] - [Storage]. 2 1 Select the USB hard drive. 2 Click [Format Disk]. 3 1 Select a format type (see next page). 2 Click [Format]. 4 The [Confirm Operation] screen will be displayed.
Using your LinkStation Notes: Format type FAT 32 Drives formatted with FAT 32 can be disconnected from the LinkStation and connected to a Windows or Mac computer directly. They work well with many devices, but do not support large filesizes. EXT3 This is recommended if you may have to reconnect to and use other LinkStation/ TeraStation. XFS This format is recommended when you only use the drive with a LinkStation or TeraStation. Advantages • Read/Write support with LinkStation, PCs, and Macs.
Using your LinkStation To set access restrictions on an additional hard drive You can set access restrictions for shares on an external USB hard drive. In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Shared Folders] - [Folder Setup]. Note: Even if a shared folder is not visible, you can still format the drive, run a disk check, or back up to the external USB hard drive.
Using your LinkStation Remove Disk To remove the hard drive: If the LinkStation is powered on, dismount the USB hard drive before unplugging it. Hold in the function button for 3 seconds. The blue LED will go out, and the drive is dismounted. You may now unplug it safely. Notes: • If the LinkStation is off, then the USB device is already dismounted, and you can remove it safely. • If a USB drive is unplugged without being dismounted first, it may not be recognized properly when it is reconnected.
Using your LinkStation System Backup Time Machine Time Machine is a backup program included with Mac OS X 10.5 and later version. It can back up to your LinkStation if you configure the LinkStation as follows: Notes: • Not all LinkStations support Time Machine. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports Time Machine. • LinkStations using version 1.43 or earlier firmware created an image file during Time Machine setup.
Using your LinkStation 4 1 Select [Apple]. 2 Click [Save]. 5 1 Click [Extensions] - [Time Machine]. 2 Click [Modify Settings]. 6 1 Select [Enable]. 2 Select the shared folder that you chose in steps 3~4. 3 Click [Save]. 7 Select [System Preferences] from the Apple menu of Mac OS X 10.5.
Using your LinkStation 8 Click [Time Machine]. 9 Click [Choose Backup Disk]. 10 LinkStation User Manual Select the folder on the LinkStation and click [Use for Backup].
Using your LinkStation 11 Enter [Name] and [Password] to access the shared folder on the LinkStation, and click [Connect]. If you do not use access restrictions for the shared folder of the LinkStation you set as a backup destination, enter "admin" in the username box and your password for "admin" in the password. If you use access restrictions, enter a username and password that has read and write access rights to the share. 12 Make sure that the switch for Time Machine is "on".
Using your LinkStation System-Backup 1 Back up data on the LinkStation You can back up shared folders on the LinkStation from the Web Admin interface.
Using your LinkStation 2 Setting up the backup destination folder on LinkStation # 1 You may configure a destination folder on a LinkStation for backup jobs from a TeraStation or another LinkStation. 1 2 In the Web Admin interface, click on [Shared Folders]. Click the shared folder you want to set as a backup destination. 3 1 Check [Disk Backup].
Using your LinkStation 3 Finding the backup destination folder from LinkStation # 2 If the password is set for the backup destination folder, you must enter the password to configure the folder as the destination for a backup job. 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] - [Backup]. 2 Click [Modify Settings] in [Search for Backup Destination by Password]. 3 Enter the [Password to Search] for the folder that is the backup destination.
Using your LinkStation 4 Configuring LinkStation # 2 to use LinkStation # 1 as a backup destination 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] [Backup]. 2 Click [View NAS Devices]. 3 1 Check the [IP Address] of the LinkStation you want to specify as a backup destination from [Local LinkStations]. 2 Enter IP address of the LinkStation you want to specify as a backup to [Off Subnet LinkStations] and click [Add].
Using your LinkStation 5 Set up a backup job on LinkStation # 2 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] [Backup] - [Backup Jobs Setup]. 2 Click [Create New Job]. 3 LinkStation User Manual Select backup options.
Using your LinkStation Backup operation modes Three backup operation modes are available. Normal Backup All files in the source folder are backed up to the destination folder. Overwrite Backup (Append Backup) The first time the backup runs, it backs up all files in the source folder just like a normal backup. If later, file A is added to the backup source and file B is deleted, the next backup will add file A, but file B will not be deleted from the backup destination.
Using your LinkStation 4 Click [Add] in the [Backup Folders]. 5 Select the [Backup Source] and [Backup Targets] folders, then click [Add]. 6 Click [Apply]. The task added is displayed to the backup list. You’ve now configured a backup job.
Using your LinkStation Notes: • You can register up to the second level of subfolders. However, folders with more than 80 bytes(UTF-8) in their names cannot be selected. • The backup destination device must be configured as a backup destination in advance in order to select it. • For best results, USB hard drives connected to the LinkStation for backup should be formatted with XFS or EXT3.
Using your LinkStation RAID Arrays Several RAID modes are available for LinkStation models with multiple hard drives. LinkStations with only one hard drive do not support RAID modes. Notes: • Not all LinkStations support RAID arrays. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports RAID arrays. • All data is lost when the RAID mode is changed. Back up any important data before changing RAID modes.
Using your LinkStation • RAID 5 mode (4 hard drives) RAID 5 mode (4 hard drives) is available for LinkStation models with 4 hard drives. Uses 4 hard drives as one array. It generates parity during writes, so access speeds are slower than other RAID modes. Usable space is the sum of 3 hard drives’ space. If one hard drive in the array is damaged, you can recover data by replacing the hard drive. You cannot recover data if 2 or more drives are damaged.
Using your LinkStation • Using in RAID 1 mode 1 Change system to normal mode (page 96). 2 Click [System] - [Storage] - [RAID Array] in the Web Admin interface. 3 Click the array you want to set. Note: For details on RMM and EDP, see page 100. 4 Select hard drives to use in RAID 1. 5 1 Select [raid 1]. 2 Click [Create Raid Array]. 6 The [Confirm Operation] screen will appear. Enter the number shown in the [Confirmation Number] field within 60 seconds, and click [Apply].
Using your LinkStation Note: If power is turned off during a RAID rebuild, the RAID rebuild will continue when power is restored. [Confirm Operation] screen When you perform any of the following tasks, a [Confirm Operation] screen is displayed . To continue, enter the displayed number within 60 seconds and click [Apply].
Using your LinkStation • Changing to RAID 0 mode 1 Change system to normal mode (page 96). 2 Click [System] - [Storage] - [RAID Array] in the Web Admin interface. 3 Click the array you want to set. Note: For details on RMM and EDP, see page 100. 4 Select all available hard drives. 5 1 Select [raid 0]. 2 Click [Create Raid Array]. 6 7 The [Confirm Operation] screen will appear. Enter the number shown in the [Confirmation Number] field within 60 seconds, and click [Apply].
Using your LinkStation • Changing to Normal mode 1 Click [System] - [Storage] - [RAID Array] in the Web Admin interface. 2 Click the array you want to set. Note: For details on RMM and EDP, see page 100. 3 Click [Delete RAID Array]. 4 When [Are you sure you want to change RAID mode?] is displayed, click [Apply]. 5 6 The [Confirm Operation] screen will appear. Enter the number shown in the [Confirmation Number] field within 60 seconds, and click [Apply].
Using your LinkStation • Changing to RAID 5 mode (4 hard drives) 1 Change system to normal mode (page 96). 2 Click [System] - [Storage] - [RAID Array] in the Web Admin interface. 3 Click the array you want to configure. Note: For details on RMM and EDP, see page 100. 4 Select hard disks (all 4 of them) to use in RAID5. 5 1 Select [raid5]. 2 Click [Create Raid Array]. 6 The [Confirm Operation] screen will appear.
Using your LinkStation • Changing to RAID 5 mode (3 hard drives) 1 Change system to normal mode (page 96). 2 Click [System] - [Storage] - [RAID Array] in the Web Admin interface. 3 Click the array you want to configure. Note: For details on RMM and EDP, see page 100. 4 Select hard disks (3 of them) to use in RAID5. 5 1 Select [raid5]. 2 Click [Create Raid Array]. 6 The [Confirm Operation] screen will appear.
Using your LinkStation • Changing to RAID 10 mode 1 Change system to normal mode (page 96). 2 Click [System] - [Storage] - [RAID Array] in the Web Admin interface. 3 Click the array you want to configure. Note: For details on RMM and EDP, see page 100. 4 Select hard disks (all 4 of them) to use in RAID10. 5 1 Select [raid10]. 2 Click [Create Raid Array]. 6 The [Confirm Operation] screen will appear. Enter the number shown in the [Confirmation Number] field within 60 seconds, and click [Apply].
Using your LinkStation RMM (RAID Mode Manage) and EDP (Easy Data Protection) Note: LinkStation firmware version 1.25 and later only With RMM or EDP, you can create or expand a RAID 1 or RAID 5 array without erasing the data on the drives. The following example shows RMM. EDP, as used on LS-WVL, LS-WXL, LS-WSXL and LSWSXSL LinkStations, is similar. Note: Each drive in a RAID array should have the same capacity.
Using your LinkStation Adding a drive to an existing RAID array or adding a drive and changing the RAID mode: 1 Select the drive to be added to the RAID array. 2 After adding the drive, click your desired RAID mode for the RAID array. 4 The [Confirm Operation] screen will open. Within 60 seconds, enter the displayed number in the [Confirmation Number] field. Click [Apply]. While the array is being built, the file transfer speed will be slower than usual. It will take about 6 hours for a 1 TB RAID array.
Using your LinkStation RAID Scanning LinkStations that are in RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 modes support RAID scanning. A RAID scan tests the RAID array for read performance. If defective sectors are found, they are repaired automatically. If your multiple-drive LinkStation is in RAID 1 mode, you should run RAID scans regularly. Configure regular RAID scans as follows: Note: Not all LinkStations support RAID scanning.
Using your LinkStation System - Maintenance E-mail Notification Your LinkStation can send you daily email reports. It can also send you an email when settings are changed or an error occurs. The following things will be sent via E-mail: • The condition of the hard drive • Notification of completed backup jobs • Notification of fan errors • Notification of hard drive errors 1 2 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] - [Maintenance]. Click [Modify Settings] in [E-mail Notification].
Using your LinkStation 5 Enter a password that will be used to verify. 6 To use a secured connection, select [SSL]/[TLS]. 7 Enter the [Subject] for notification e-mail. 8 Enter a receiver's e-mail address. E-mail can be sent to up to 5 addresses. 9 Select conditions for emails to be sent. • [HDD Status Report] Sends status of hard drive periodically. • [Fan Failure] Sends a message when a fan error occurs. • [Disk Error ] Sends a message when a hard drive fails.
Using your LinkStation System - Power Management UPS Settings A UPS (uninterruptable power supply) can automatically shut down your LinkStation in case of a power outage. To use the LinkStation with a UPS, configure the following settings. Note: Not all LinkStations support UPSs. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports UPSs. 1 Plug the Power cable of UPS to a wall socket. 2 Connect the AC adapter of the LinkStation to the UPS.
Using your LinkStation Sleep Timer To save energy, you can specify times to put the LinkStation into standby mode, where the hard disk and LED lights are turned off. The sleep timer only works when the LinkStation's Power Mode Switch is ON. This feature cannot be used when it is set to AUTO. Note: • If you are using LS-QVL or LS-AVL LinkStation models, set the Power Mode Switch to MANUAL. 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] - [Power Management] - [Sleep Timer] 2 Click [Modify Settings].
Using your LinkStation Examples of multiple timers: (e.g.1) It is at 10:00 Wednesday with the LinkStation powered on: Timer 1 Everyday 12:00 - 24:00 Timer 2 not used Timer 3 not used -> Nothing happens at 12:00 and goes into sleep mode at 24:00 (e.g.2) It is at 10:00 Wednesday with the LinkStation powered on: Timer 1 Everyday 9:00 - 18:00 Timer 2 Day specified Wednesday 10:00 - 20:00 Timer 3 not used -> Except on Wednesdays, the LS powers on at 9:00 and goes into sleep mode at 18:00.
Using your LinkStation Restoring Factory Defaults To initialize the LinkStation to its factory defaults, follow the procedure below. For LS-VL, LS-XHL, LS-CHL, LS-WVL, LS-WXL, LS-WSXL LinkStation models 1 Move the power switch to the OFF position to shut down the LinkStation. 2 Move the power switch to the ON position while holding down the function button. The function button will flash blue for 1 minute. Function Button 3 While the function button is flashing blue, press it again.
Using your LinkStation For LS-XL LinkStation model To initialize the LinkStation to its factory defaults, follow the procedure on the next page. Notes: • This method of initializing the LinkStation restores its IP address settings, Ethernet frame size settings, and administrator (admin) password to their factory defaults. If you chose not to initialize the administrator's password from the Web Admin interface, only the IP address and Ethernet frame size settings are initialized.
Using your LinkStation Initialization from the Web Admin interface You can initialize the following settings from the Web Admin interface: LinkStation name, Description, NTP settings, Workgroup settings, Shared service settings, access restrictions of the shared folder, User settings, Groups, mail notification settings, UPS synchronization settings, Backup Settings, Admin Username and password, Print server settings, WebAccess, Language settings, SleepTimer, Media server settings, BitTorrent settings, Time
Using your LinkStation Format the LinkStation 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [System] - [Restore/Erase]. 2 3 Click [Erase]. The [Confirm Operation] screen will be displayed. Enter the number from the [Confirmation Number] field within 60 seconds, and click [Apply]. 4 Follow the instructions displayed on the screen. Warning: Formatting the LinkStation will erase all data on the drive! Back up any important data before formatting. After a format, your LinkStation will reboot.
Using your LinkStation Online Update LinkStation firmware versions 1.41 and later support online updating. Note: Not all LinkStations support online update. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports online update. If a new firmware is available, the message “A new version of the firmware has been released. The current firmware can be updated to the latest version.” is displayed when the LinkStation boots.
Using your LinkStation Extensions WebAccess What is WebAccess? WebAccess lets you access files on your LinkStation through the Internet. Access restrictions can be set for folders that are shared, and automatic router settings by UPnP and redirect functionality from the buffalonas.com server (similar to Dynamic DNS) make configuration easy. Remote location 1 Both uploading and downloading are supported.
Using your LinkStation Network-USB Server A Network-USB server lets you connect to USB devices attached to a LinkStation from multiple computers. Only one computer can be connected to each USB device at one time. Before connecting a USB device to your LinkStation, first connect it directly to your computer so that the driver is installed. Notes: • Not all LinkStations support Network-USB Server. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports Network-USB Server.
Using your LinkStation Network-USB Navigator Installation Windows Users 1 2 3 Insert the LinkNavigator CD. The Setup Wizard should launch automatically. If not, open the CD and double-click [LSNavi.exe]. LinkNavigator will launch. Click [Options] - [Additional Software Installation] - [Network-USB Navigator] - [Install]. 4 Click [Next]. The wizard will guide you through installation. Network-USB Navigator installation is complete. Refer to "Network-USB User Manual" for more information.
Using your LinkStation Print Server LinkStation is equipped with a USB connector on the back. LS-QVL LinkStation is equipped with a USB connector each on the front and back. You can connect a USB printer to the LinkStation as shown below. Note: Not all LinkStations include printer support. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation includes printer support.
Using your LinkStation Setting up a printer on Windows 7/Vista 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [PrintServer] and click [Modify Settings]. 2 3 Select [Enable] and click [Save]. Refer to your printer's manual installation instructions. You may need to install the printer driver from a software disk. 4 Click [Start] - [Network]. 5 Double-click on the LinkStation's server name. 6 7 LinkStation User Manual Double-click on the LinkStation’s printer icon (“lp”). Click [OK].
Using your LinkStation 8 1 Select your printer. Choose the manufacturer on the left and the model on the right. If your printer is not listed, click [Have Disk] and follow the printer manufacturer’s directions for installation. 2 Click [OK]. You have added a printer.
Using your LinkStation Setting up a printer on Windows XP 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [PrintServer] and click [Modify Settings]. 2 3 1 Choose [Enable] and click [Save]. Refer to your printer’s manual installation instructions. You may need to install the printer driver from a software disk. 4 Click [Start] - [Control Panel]. 5 Click [Network and Internet Connections] icon. 6 Double-click [View workgroup computers], then on the name of your LinkStation server name.
Using your LinkStation 9 1 Select your printer. Choose the manufacturer on the left and the model on the right. If your printer is not listed, click [Have Disk] and follow the printer manufacturer’s directions for installation. 2 Click [OK]. You have added a printer.
Using your LinkStation Setting up a printer on Windows 2000 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [PrintServer] and click [Modify Settings]. 2 1 Click [Enable]. 2 Click [Save]. 3 Refer to your printer's manual to install the printer driver. 4 Double-click [My Network Places (*)] -[Entire Network] - (the LinkStation Server Name). * On Windows NT 4.0 this is [Network]. 5 Double-click on the LinkStation’s printer icon (“lp”). 6 Click [OK]. 7 Click [Yes].
Using your LinkStation 8 1 Select your printer. Choose the manufacturer on the left and the model on the right. If your printer is not listed, click [Have Disk] and follow the printer manufacturer’s directions for installation. 2 Click [OK]. You have added a printer.
Using your LinkStation BitTorrent Client BitTorrent is a protocol for sharing files. You can download files quickly since files are distributed on the network and network traffic is not concentrated, even with a large file. It does not keep anonymity, and it is easily known who publishes what files. Warning: Do not download copyrighted files without permission from the owner. See http://www.bittorrent.com/ for more information about BitTorrent. Note: Not all LinkStations include the BitTorrent Client.
Using your LinkStation Enabling BitTorrent and selecting folders 1 2 3 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [BitTorrent]. 2 Click [Modify Settings]. 1 Click [Enable]. 2 Select a folder for downloads on the LinkStation from [Download Folder]. 3 Click [Save]. Click [Open Download Manager]. Note: If you click [Initialize BitTorrent Settings], you can initialize BitTorrent settings. Enter the username and password for Download Manager.
Using your LinkStation DLNA Server The LinkStation is equipped with a DLNA server. Videos, pictures and music saved on the LinkStation can be displayed or played on TV, audio devices, game devices and other DLNA compatible network devices.
Using your LinkStation Connecting to the LinkStation and playing the files This example shows how to use DLNA compatible media players to play files on the LinkStation. Screenshots are from a Buffalo LinkTheater LT-H90 media player. 1 Connect DLNA compatible devices to the network and turn them on. Note: Refer to the devices’ manuals for how to connect them.
Using your LinkStation 4 Select the file that you want to play, then play it.
Using your LinkStation DLNA Server Settings By default, the LinkStation is set to allow all videos, pictures, and music in the shared folder “share“ to be played. You may configure it to only play videos, pictures, and music from a specific folder. 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [MediaServer] - [DLNA Server] and click [Modify Settings]. 2 Shared folders and subfolders can be pulled down from [Public Folder]. Select a folder to share. 3 Click [Save] at the bottom of the page.
Using your LinkStation To view DLNA compatible devices connected to the LinkStation: 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [MediaServer]. 2 Click [Authorized DLNA Media Clients]. 2 A list of DLNA compatible devices on the network will appear, showing [MAC Address], [IP Address] and [Device Name]. If a DLNA device does not broadcast its name or IP address, it will be displayed as [cannot be acquired].
Using your LinkStation DLNA Media List The LinkStation will maintain a database of videos, pictures, and music saved in its media folder and distribute a list of available media to DLNA media players on the network. This list is distributed after each reboot and once every 60 minutes by default. Configure the database as described below. 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [MediaServer] - [DLNA Server] and click on [Modify Settings].
Using your LinkStation If other DLNA media devices do not recognize the LinkStation: If the Media Server on the LinkStation is disabled, other DLNA devices won’t be able to see it. You may enable the Media Server on the LinkStation as follows. 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [MediaServer] - [DLNA Server] and click [Modify Settings]. 2 Click [Enable]. 3 Click [Save].
Using your LinkStation To disable playback from a specific DLNA media player By default, the LinkStation will allow playback from any compatible media player on the same network. To prohibit playback for a specific DLNA media player, follow the directions below. 1 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [MediaServer]. 2 Click [Authorized DLNA Media Clients]. 2 3 Select [Deny] for DLNA media player(s) that you want to block from accessing media on the LinkStation.
Using your LinkStation Troubleshooting: Problem: The DLNA media player can’t see media files on the LinkStation If your DLNA media players can’t access the media files on the LinkStation, then the list of available media files should be updated. Try the following: 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [MediaServer] - [DLNA Server] and click [Modify Settings]. 2 3 Select [Enable] for [Media Server] and [Automatic Update]. Check [Refresh now]. Click [Save].
Using your LinkStation Using iTunes Server Computers on the network running iTunes can access MP3, M4A, and M4P music files from the LinkStation’s media server. Enable the LinkStation’s media server as described below. 1 In the Web Admin interface, navigate to [Extensions] - [MediaServer] - [iTunes Server] and click [Modify Settings]. 2 1 Select [Enable]. 2 Select the public folder. 3 Click [Save].
Using your LinkStation Squeezebox Server The Squeezebox is a network music player by Logitech that can play back music stored on your network using your wired or wireless LAN. Enable the Squeezebox Server to play music on the LinkStation with the Squeezebox. No computer is needed. Follow the procedure below to configure. Note: Not all LinkStations include the Squeezebox server. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports Squeezebox.
Using your LinkStation Flickr Support Note: Not all LinkStations include Flickr support. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports Flickr. Flickr (www.flickr.com) is a photo sharing website operated by Yahoo! Inc. After linking your LinkStation’s shared folder to Flickr, you can use the features below. • Your Flickr image data is synchronized with your LinkStation shared folder.
Using your LinkStation 5 6 Click [View Flickr authentication site.]. Flickr’s web site will open. Enter your Yahoo ID and password. If you do not have a Yahoo account, create one. Click [OK, I’LL AUTHORIZE IT] to display your authentication key (a 9-digit number). Make a note of the displayed authentication key. 7 Enter the Flickr authentication key from the previous step, then click [Save].
Using your LinkStation Notes: • Displaying images will take longer than opening files saved on your computer’s hard drive. • The size of image files may be displayed as 0 bytes until the image file is completely transferred. • After copying an image file, it may take some time for the file to be uploaded to Flickr. • There are some limitations on uploaded photographs. For more information, refer to the Flickr website. • Only one LinkStation can be linked to a Flickr account at a time.
Using your LinkStation Eye-Fi connected Eye-Fi connected can transfer images from a digital camera with an Eye-Fi card (available from EyeFi) to your LinkStation over the Internet. Note: Not all LinkStations include Eye-Fi upload functionality. Check the LinkStation Function List on page 35 to see if your LinkStation supports Eye-Fi connectivity.
Using your LinkStation Notes: • Video files are not copied to the LinkStation. • Only JPEG images are copied. • In step 7, if the LinkStation is not set as the Destination, images will not be transferred to the LinkStation. • After a picture is taken, it may take some time for it to be transferred to the LinkStation. • A USB drive connected to the LinkStation cannot be specified as the target folder.
Using your LinkStation Connecting to a Remote LinkStation WebAccess Connect enables you to open a shared folder on a remote LinkStation or TeraStation from Explorer, My Computer, or other file manager. To use WebAccess Connect, the following conditions must be satisfied. • You have LinkStations or TeraStations in two different locations, such as at home and at a remote location. • WebAccess is enabled for both devices.
Using your LinkStation 5 1 In [BuffaloNAS.com Name], enter the BuffaloNAS.com name that is set for the remote LinkStation’s WebAccess. 2 Enter the remote LinkStation’s WebAccess username and password. 3 Click [Save]. 6 You can directly access the shared folder in the remote LinkStation by entering the path displayed in [Target Folder] into the address box in Explorer, My Computer, or other file manager. Notes: • If using after the network has been temporarily disconnected, click [Remount].
Chapter 3 NAS Navigator2 NAS Navigator2 is a utility program that makes it simple to display the Web Admin interface, change its IP address or check its hard drive. Windows If you set up the LinkStation with the LinkNavigator CD, NAS Navigator2 is installed and configured to run automatically in the system tray at startup. You can launch NAS Navigator2 in either of the following ways: • Double-click the icon on the desktop.
Chapter3 NAS Navigator 2 Name Menu Map remote default share to drive letter (*) Disconnect mapped drive letter (*) Map all remote shares to drive letters Create desktop shortcut for Tera/ LinkStation (*) Launch NAS Navigator2 on startup Display the error information Descriptions Assigns the LinkStation's shared folder as a network drive. Removes the network drive mapping. View Assigns all the LinkStation's shared folders as network drives. Creates a shortcut to the LinkStation's shared folder (share).
Chapter3 NAS Navigator 2 The menu below is displayed when you right-click the LinkStation icon Name Descriptions Browse Shares Opens the LinkStation’s shared folder. Open Web setting Displays the Web Admin interface of the selected LinkStation. Properties Opens the Properties screen of the selected LinkStation. Map remote default share to Maps the selected LinkStation’s shared folder to a network drive. drive letter Disconnect mapped drive Disconnects the mapped network drive.
Chapter3 NAS Navigator 2 When NAS Navigator2 is minimized to the task tray, you have the following options from its icon. Menu Item LinkStation Browse Shares Open Web Admin Name Properties Map remote default share to drive letter Disconnect mapped drive letter Create short cut Descriptions Opens the LinkStation’s Share folder. Opens the Web Admin interface in a web browser. Opens the LinkStation’s properties page. Assigns the LinkStation’s default share as a network drive.
Chapter3 NAS Navigator 2 You can perform the following tasks from a LinkStation's properties window. Menu Item Web Admin Descriptions Opens a Web Admin interface. IP Settings If [Obtain an IP address automatically via DHCP] is checked, the LinkStation will attempt to get its IP address automatically from a DHCP server. Alternately, you can manually enter the [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], and [Default Gateway address] for the LinkStation.
Chapter3 NAS Navigator 2 Mac OS If you installed the LinkStation with the LinkNavigator CD, NAS Navigator2 was installed automatically. To launch it, click the icon in the Dock. Click on a LinkStation’s icon to display its total capacity, used capacity, [WORKGROUP], [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Default Gateway], [MAC Address], and [Firmware] version. Double-click to open a share on the LinkStation. Name Open Descriptions Opens the default shared folder for a selected LinkStation.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Home The following options can be configured from the Home screen. Name Descriptions Name Displays the name of the LinkStation. Firmware version Displays the firmware version of the LinkStation. IP Address Displays the IP address of the LinkStation. Workgroup Displays the LinkStation’s workgroup. Storage Displays the total capacity of the LinkStation’s hard drive, as well as the amount used. Shared Folders Displays shared folders and disks on the LinkStation.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Shared Folders The following options can be set from the [Shared Folders] screen. Name Descriptions Folder Setup Click [Create Folder] to open the Adding a New Shared Folder screen. Click a shared folder name to open the shared folder's settings screen. Select the shared folder and click [Delete] to delete the shared folder. Enter a letter in the [Find] field to display folders that begin with that letter. Click a folder name from the list to select the folder.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Folder Setup > New Folder Description Volume Select the volume for the shared folder. Shared Folder Attributes The shared folder may be read-only or writable. Recycle Bin If enabled, deleted files are moved to a trashbox folder rather than actually deleted. You can enable recycle bin functionality for each shared folder on the LinkStation as well as usbdisk1. • To use Recycle Bin with usbdisk1, format it with EXT3, XFS, or FAT 32.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Description Access Restrictions Access Restrictions Click [Access Restrictions] from the [Create Shared Folders] screen to view this option. Direct Copy If using access restrictions, click [Add ] to add users or groups that will be allowed to access the share. You may delete users and groups from the access list with the [Remove] button. With AFP and FTP connections, access restrictions can be set per user. Target Choose the destination folder for Direct Copy.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Users/Groups The following options can be set from the [Users/Groups] screen. Name Descriptions Local Users Displays [Username], [User Id], [Description], and [Primary Group]. • To create a new user, click [Create User]. • To edit the user, select the user name and click [Edit User]. To delete the user, select the user and click [Delete].
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Local Users > New User Descriptions Password Enter the user’s password. This should be the same password that the user uses to log in to his computer. • Passwords may contain up to 20 bytes(UTF-8). • Do not use multi-byte characters. Alphanumeric character and the following characters may be use. -_@!#$%&‘()*+,./;<>=?[]^{}|~ • Do not use a symbol except _(underscore) as the first character. • You can enter up to 8 bytes (UTF-8) if you are using MAC OS.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Local Groups Displays [Group Name], [Group Id], and [Description]. • To create a new group, click [Create Group]. • To edit a group, select it and click [Edit Group]. • To delete a group, select it and click [Delete]. Note: Enter a letter in the [Find] field and groups beginning with that letter are displayed. Click on a group name in the list to select the group. Group Name Group names may contain up to 20 bytes(UTF-8).
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Network The following options can be set from the [Network] screen. Name IP Address Settings Descriptions DHCP If enabled, the LinkStation will attempt to get its IP address from a DHCP server on the network. Primary IP Address Set IP address. Subnet Mask Set Subnet Mask. Click [Modify Settings] Default Gateway Address to change settings. Specify by IP address if Default Gateway Address exists.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Authentication Method Select the method to join the network ([Workgroup], [NT Domain], or [Active Directory]). [Workgroup] is the default. Networking knowledge is required to configure other methods. Consult your network administrator for details. Workgroup Name Enter the [Workgroup Name] to have the LinkStation join a Microsoft network group. • Workgroup names may contain up to 23 bytes(UTF-8).
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Active Directory Enter [Active Directory Domain Name (DNS/Realm Name)] Domain Name when selecting [Active Directory] as a method to join the (DNS/Realm Name) network. • You can enter up to 255 bytes(UTF-8). Do not use multi-byte characters. • Alphanumeric characters, -(hyphen), _(underscore), and .(dot) may be used. Active Directory Domain Controller Name Workgroup/Domain Enter [Active Directory Domain Controller Name] to use [Active Directory].
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions For Workgroup Authentication Select the user authentication method here. [Delegate Authority to LinkStation]: (usually recommended) Only registered users may access the LinkStation. Usernames and passwords should be exactly the same as those used for Windows login. [Delegate Authority to External SMB Server]: Users are authenticated by an external Authentication server. Microsoft network knowledge required for setup.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Enable Authentication Shared Folder When [Delegate Authority to External SMB Server] , [Automatic User Registration], and [Enable Authentication Shared Folder] are selected for the [For Workgroup Authentication], specify the shared folder name for the authentication test. It can be registered as the users of the LinkStation automatically who open the shared folder for the authentication test.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Target Folder Select a target folder for the Web Server to access. - (Target folder)/htdocs/ • This folder holds the content. • Use this folder as the installation location for HTML files and PHP scripts. • Example: If the target folder is set as a shared folder with the name “web”, HTML files, PHP files, and other content are installed under \\(LinkStation name)\web\htdocs over the SMB. - (Target folder)/cgi-bin/ • This folder holds Perl scripts.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name MySQL Server Settings Click [Modify Settings] to change settings.. Descriptions MySQL Server Enable to use MySQL server. Port No. Enter the number of a port for MySQL server. Data Folder This selects the shared folder where the MySQL database is saved. Open phpMyAdmin This opens phpMyAdmin where MySQL database management can be performed. The Web Server must be enabled to use phpMyAdmin.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface System The following options can be set from the [System] tab. Name Descriptions Settings Name Click [Modify Settings] to change settings. Date and Time Click [Modify Settings] to change settings. Language Click [Modify Settings] to change settings. LinkStation Name Enter a name to identify the LinkStation on the network. Names may contain up to 15 bytes(UTF-8). Alphanumeric characters, hyphens, and underscores may be used. Do not use multi-byte characters.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Storage Check Disk Disks LinkStation User Manual You may run a disk check on hard drives in or attached to the LinkStation via USB. Depending on the size of the disk, a disk check may take many hours to complete. Notes: • You cannot run a disk check at the same time as a backup job. • During the disk check, the file sharing service stops.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Format Disk You may format disks in or connected to the LinkStation. All data on the disk will be deleted if the drive is formatted. Back up any important data before formatting a disk. You cannot format a drive if you’ve scheduled a backup job. Also, do not format the drive if it’s configured as the backup target of another LinkStation. The following tasks open a [Confirm Operation] screen.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Format Disk Disks Format type Descriptions XFS (USB Hard Drive/ LinkStation Internal Hard Drive) This format is recommended for the internal drive in the TeraStation or LinkStation. • Supports both Reading/Writing. • Supports Journaling File System. • More space is available than XFS after formatted. • Access speed will not degrade even with many files in a single folder.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Configure RAID arrays from this menu. Several RAID modes are available for LinkStation models with multiple hard drives. If RAID is disabled, the drives in the LinkStation will be available as separate drives. Notes: • RAID 1 and 0 modes are available for LinkStations with 2 or more hard drives. • RAID 5 and 10 modes are available for LinkStations with 3 or more hard drives.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Storage If many recoverable errors (bad cluster) are found in one of the hard drives which builds RAID, that drive will be removed and the system will automatically move to degrade mode. Since the data is not protected in the degrade mode, it is strongly recommended to replace the erroneous hard drive immediately. When running RAID Scanning in the first time, it is strongly recommended to backup data on the LinkStation in advance.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Password to Enter a password to search for LinkStations and TeraStations with that Search password for backup. Example of Configuration Configuration on the LinkStation (Backup Destination) Name share1 Search for Backup Destination by Password Click [Modify Settings] to change settings.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Password to Steps for Setup Search 1 In the Web Admin interface of the backup destination, set [Remote backup password] for each shared folder. 2 When setting up the backup for the LinkStation which is the backup source, set the same password of [Search for Backup Destination by Password] as for [Remote backup password] which is set for the shared folder you want to display as the backup destination.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Job Name Enter the name you want for a backup task. Backup Job Schedule Select the schedule to run from [Not Scheduled], [Immediate], [Every Day], [Every Week][1st], [2nd], [3rd], [4th], [1st, 3rd], [2nd, 4th] or [Every 1st day/month]. Backup Date Select the day or time to run the backup job. Backup Operation Mode Select the Backup Operation Mode from the following choice.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Normal (Copy all files without overwriting previously backed up data every time) Target Folder for Backup Sources Backup Targets / Result ReBackup marks Create (Forced) /share /target/(Date)*1/share /share/folder /target/(Date)*1/folder Backup Jobs Setup Click [Create Backup New Job] Operation to display Mode this option in the [Backup ] screen.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions [Create Target Folder for Backup]: The options you have selected on the Backup Operation Mode will make a big differences on behavior. Refer to the table described in the Operation Mode. [Create Backup Log File]: Create the backup log file. [Use Encrypted Transfer Method]: Select whether having data to be transferred encrypted or not when backup data. • The throughput is degraded if the encryption is enabled.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Maintenance Email Notification Click [Modify Settings] to change settings. Notification Select whether using E-mail notification feature or not. Following message is sent by using E-mail Notification. Note: Mail Server displays the list of [POP before SMTP] (the method to give the permission to use SMTP server by authenticating at specified POP server before sending e-mail). If this is set, this feature cannot be used.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Restart LinkStation Shutdown* * LS-QVL LinkStation models only Firmware Installation Descriptions Restart the LinkStation Click [Restart] to reboot the LinkStation. Shutdown Click [Shutdown] to turn off the LinkStation. • To turn the LinkStation back on, press the power button on the front of the LinkStation. • To prevent the corruption of data, check that there are no data operations in progress before turning off the LinkStation.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface SleepTimer Click [Modify Settings] to change settings. Name Timer Interval Select Sleep Timer interval from [Disable], [Everyday], or [Specific day of the week]. If selecting [Specific day of the week], specify the day by clicking the check box of the day. Timer can be set from 1 - 3. Wake up at Specify a wake-up time for the LinkStation to recover from sleep mode and resume its normal state. Times from 0:00 to 23:45 are allowed.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Extensions The following options can be set from the [Extensions] tab. Name Descriptions WebAccess WebAccess Settings Enable the WebAccess service first, then click a shared folder name to display the [Edit] screen. Folder information of the LinkStation to be published by WebAccess Settings will be displayed on [Name] and [Description] In [WebAccess Settings], the following Access Restrictions can be selected. • [Disable]: Does not publish shared folders.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions WebAccess WebAccess Service [WebAccess Service]: Configure if using WebAccess or not. [HTTPS/SSL Encryption]: Configure if encrypting your data transfers with SSL. [Use BuffaloNAS.com]: Configure if using “BuffaloNAS.com” server. [BuffaloNAS.com Name]: Enter a name for your account with WebAccess. • Write this name down in a safe place. You will need it to use WebAccess.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions Media Server DLNA Server [Restart DLNA Server]: Click to restart the DLNA server. [Authorized DLNA Media Clients]: This displays the MAC Address, IP Address, and Device Name of connected DLNA clients. Click [Allow] to let a selected client to access DLNA media, then click [Apply]. Click [Refresh client list] refresh the list of available clients connected to the network.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface DLNA Server The LS-WXL LinkStation supports DTCP-IP. Copyright-protected content can be used in players that support DTCP-IP. Incompatible players don’t display any DTCP-IP-related media. [Update DTCP-IP]: This downloads the latest version of the DTCP-IP encryption key. When the download is complete, the media server will restart automatically. [DTCP-IP]: This displays whether DTCP-IP is enabled or disabled as well as the current DTCP-IP version number.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface Name Descriptions PrintServer PrintServer Click [Modify Settings] to change settings. Select whether or not to use the PrintServer (Windows only). Click [Delete Print Queue] to delete printer jobs. Note: Some printers may not work with the PrintServer. Network-USB Server Network-USB Server Select whether or not to use the Network-USB Server. Click [Modify Settings] to change settings. BitTorrent [Enable] or [Disable]: Select [Enable] to use Bit Torrent.
Chapter 4 Web Admin interface [Enable]: This enables Eye-Fi Connect. [Email]: Enter the email address that was registered to the Eye-Fi card during setup. Eye-Fi connected [Password]: Enter the password that was registered to the Eye-Fi card during setup. [Login]: The name of the card or device is displayed. [Disable]: This disables Eye-Fi Connect.
Appendix Specifications Check www.buffalotech.com for information about the latest products and specifications. Interface (LAN Port) Interface: Complied with IEEE802.3ab (1000BASE-T), Complied with IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX), Complied with IEEE802.
Appendix Internal Hard Drive Drive configuration: By default, a RAID 0 array using all drives. Notes: Several RAID modes are available for LinkStation models with multiple hard drives. LinkStations with only one hard drive do not support RAID modes. If a hard drive in the TeraStation malfunctions, replace it with a Buffalo Technology OP-HD series drive of the same capacity, available from www. buffalotech.com.
Appendix Default Settings The following settings are factory defaults for the LinkStation. Administrator's Name admin Password password Shared folders By default, the folder “share” may be accessed from both Windows and Macintosh computers. The recycle bin is [Enabled] on ‘share’ by default. DHCP Client Normally, the LinkStation will get its IP address automatically from a DHCP server on the network. If no DHCP server is available, then an IP address will be assigned as follows: IP Address: 169.254.
Appendix Mapping Additional Shares When you installed the LinkStation, a share was mapped as a network drive on the computer that was used for installation. You can map additional shares, or map shares to different computers. Windows With Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 or Windows Server2003/Server2008, use NAS Navigator2 to map a driveletter to a shared folder on the LinkStation. 1 Double-click the 2 3 icon on the desktop. NAS Navigator2 will launch.
Appendix Mac OS X With Mac OS X 10.3 or later, use NAS Navigator2 to mount a share from the LinkStation as a drive on the Mac. 1 Click the icon in the Dock. NAS Navigator2 will launch. Hold the control key, click on your LinkStation’s icon, then choose [Open Folder]. 2 3 Select the folder that you want to mount and click [OK]. 4 A drive icon will appear on the desktop. The shared folder is now mounted as a network drive. To dismount the share, drag and drop the share icon to the Trash.
Appendix Software You can install following software applications and the manual by using utilities CD which comes with the LinkStation. Select and install software from the selection screen which is displayed during Setup (Or click [Option] and follow the instruction on the screen to install software). NAS Navigator2 You need NAS Navigator2 in order to display the Web Admin interface of the LinkStation or search for the LinkStation from the network.
Appendix 2 1 When the [Change File Sharing Security Level] window opens, select [Change security level]. 2 Click [Change]. 3 The message, "Change security level. Will you continue?” is displayed. Click [Yes]. 4 The message, "Will you restart your computer?" is displayed. Click [Yes]. Your PC should reboot. You have changed the security level. You can reset the security settings to their Windows defaults with the following procedure.
Appendix TurboCopy TurboCopy speeds up file copy operations in Windows. TurboPC TurboPC optimizes transfer speeds for hard drives by caching data in your computer’s RAM. It works best when TurboCopy is also installed. Note: Your LinkStation does not benefit from TurboPC. Note: TurboCopy and TurboPC work with Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP. Other operating systems are not supported.
Appendix Info folder Installation programs for software such as NAS Navigator2 are included on the LinkStation’s hard drive in a folder called “info” For example, in the [info] - [English] - [NASNavi2] folder, double-click Inst.exe to install NAS Navigator2.
Appendix Status LED (LS-VL, LS-XHL, LS-CHL) During normal operation, the power LED will glow blue. Power LED Flashing Red The Power LED flashes red if the LinkStation experiences an error. The way it flashes indicates the type of error. Note: If there is an error, open NAS Navigator2. It may have an error message displayed. Place of error code Status 10s place of error code The LED illuminates for 1.0 second every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the error code.
Appendix Error code Descriptions E04 The firmware is corrupted. Contact Buffalo technical support for assistance. E10 The LinkStation is running on the UPS battery due to a power outage. The system will now be shut down safely. Check that power is being supplied to the UPS, and if there are no problems, turn on the LinkStation. E11 An error occurred in the fan speed. Check that no foreign objects or dust are clogging the fan.
Appendix Power LED flashing amber The Power LED flashes amber with information codes. The way it flashes indicates the message. Note: If the Power LED is flashing amber, you can open NAS Navigator2. It will tell you the status of the LinkStation. Place Status 10s place The LED illuminates for 1.0 second every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the information code. 1s place The LED illuminates for 0.5 seconds every 0.3 seconds.
Appendix Status LED (LS-WVL, LS-WXL) There are 5 LEDs on the LinkStation: “Power”, “Function”, “Info/Error”, “Link/Act”, and “AC adaptor”. Power LED Function LED Info/Error LED Link/Act LED AC adaptor LED Power LED Status Descriptions Glowing Blue The LinkStation is powered on. Blinking Blue The LinkStation is starting up or shutting down. LED is off The LinkStation is off. Function LED Status Descriptions Glowing Blue DirectCopy is ready (lights for 1 minute).
Appendix Info/Error LED The Info/Error LED blinks orange when it has a message. The message is coded by the pattern of blinking. Note: The messages are also available (uncoded) in NAS Navigator2. Place Status 10s place The LED illuminates for 1.0 second every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the information code. 1s place The LED illuminates for 0.5 seconds every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the ones place of the information code.
Appendix I26 Initializing all settings in the Web Admin interface. I27 Checking a USB hard drive. I28 Formatting a USB hard drive. I32 The RAID should be rebuilt or a drive should be formatted. Normally this is displayed after a hard drive has been replaced. Rebuild the RAID array or format the hard drive in the Web Admin interface. I46 Data migration or conversion (RAID migration) is in progress. Do not turn off the LinkStation power.
Appendix The Info/Error LED blinks red to indicate an error. The error may be identified by the pattern of blinking. Note: The error may also be viewed from NAS Navigator2. Place Status 10s place The LED illuminates for 1.0 second every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the error code. 1s place The LED illuminates for 0.5 seconds every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the ones place of the error code. Error code Descriptions E04 The firmware is corrupted.
Appendix Info/Error LED glowing amber When new firmware is available, the Info/Error LED will glow amber. Update the firmware as described on page 112. Link/Act LED Status Descriptions Glowing green Linking. Blinking green Accessing. AC adaptor LED Status Descriptions Green Power is connected. Off Power is not connected.
Appendix Status LED (LS-WSXL) There are 4 LEDs on the LinkStation: “Function”, “Info/Error”, “Link/Act”, and “Power”. Function LED Link/Act LED Info/Error LED Power LED Function LED Status Descriptions Glowing Blue DirectCopy is ready (lights for 1 minute). USB device is dismounted (lights for 5 seconds). Lights during initialization. Blinking Blue DirectCopy is in use. Note: The function LED (blue) and the info/error LED (orange) blink together if an error occurs during DirectCopy.
Appendix Info/Error LED The Info/Error LED blinks orange when it has a message. The message is coded by the pattern of blinking. Note: The messages are also available (uncoded) in NAS Navigator2. Place Status 10s place The LED illuminates for 1.0 second every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the information code. 1s place The LED illuminates for 0.5 seconds every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the ones place of the information code.
Appendix I28 Formatting a USB hard drive. I46 Data migration or conversion (RAID migration) is in progress. Do not turn off the LinkStation power. I47 Data migration or conversion (RAID migration) is in progress. Do not turn off the LinkStation power. Info/Error LED glowing amber When new firmware is available, the Info/Error LED will glow amber. Update the firmware as described on page 112. The Info/Error LED blinks red to indicate an error. The error may be identified by the pattern of blinking.
Appendix E14 The RAID array cannot be mounted. Run the RAID array disk check in the LinkStation's Web Admin interface. E15 The bad sectors in the hard drive have reached a dangerous level. Contact Buffalo technical support for assistance. E16 Unable to find the hard drive. Hard drive may be disconnected or may have failed. Contact Buffalo technical support for assistance. E22 Mounting of hard drive failed. Format the hard drive.
Appendix Status LED (LS-QVL) During normal operation, the power LED will glow blue. Power LED Flashing Red The Power LED flashes red if the LinkStation experiences an error. The way it flashes indicates the type of error. Note: If there is an error, open NAS Navigator2. It may have an error message displayed. Place of error code Status 10s place of error code The LED illuminates for 1.0 second every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the error code.
Appendix E14 The RAID array cannot be mounted. Run the RAID array disk check in the LinkStation's Web Admin interface. E15 The bad sectors in the hard drive have reached a dangerous level. Replace the hard drive indicated by the red Status LED. E16 Unable to find the hard drive. Hard drive may be disconnected or may have failed. After shutting down, reinstall the hard drive. E22 Mounting of the hard drive failed. Format the hard drive.
Appendix Power LED flashing amber The Power LED flashes amber with information codes. The way it flashes indicates the message. Note: If the Power LED is flashing amber, you can open NAS Navigator2. It will tell you the status of the LinkStation. Power LED Place Status 10s place The LED illuminates for 1.0 second every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the information code. 1s place The LED illuminates for 0.5 seconds every 0.3 seconds.
Appendix I21 Checking the hard drive. I22 Erasing the data for the hard drive. I25 Updating the LinkStation firmware. Do not turn off the power during the updating process. I26 Initializing all settings in the Web Admin interface. I27 Checking a USB hard drive. I28 Formatting a USB hard drive. I32 The RAID should be rebuilt or a drive should be formatted. Normally this is displayed after a hard drive has been replaced. Rebuild the RAID array or format the hard drive in the Web Admin interface.
Appendix Link/Act LED Link/Act LED Status Descriptions Glowing green Linking. Blinking green Accessing. Function LED Function LED Status Descriptions Glowing Blue When installing a USB device When the USB device is recognized, the Function LED is lit blue (for about 60 seconds). After the Function LED is lit blue, the USB device can be accessed. When removing a USB device To remove a USB device connected to the LinkStation, hold down the Function button for at least three seconds.
Appendix Status LED (LS-XL) When the AC adapter is connected, the power LED will glow blue. The LED turns off when the power is turned off. The LED will blink blue during startup and during the firmware update process. Power LED Notes: • Do not disconnect the AC adapter while the LED is flashing or glowing. This could cause a device failure. The AC adapter can be disconnected when the LED is off. • When updating the firmware, the power LED will blink as shown below.
Appendix Compliance Information FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Appendix Troubleshooting Cannot Setup The following section lists typical occurrences and causes when you cannot setup the LinkStation by using LinkNavigator or cannot use LinkStation even after finishing setup, Occurrence: The message "Cannot find LinkStation", "No available LinkStation was found", or "Setup cannot be completed" is displayed. Cause 1. An Ethernet cable is not connected. Reconnect the AC Adapter and the Ethernet cable, and turn on the LinkStation again. Cause 2.
Appendix Cause 9. TCP/IP does not work properly. Install the LAN adapter’s driver again. Cause 10. You are running Setup second time or more (it has been already run before). After initializing the LinkStation, follow steps described in “LinkNavigator Setup” on page 5 to run Setup.
Appendix Data Backup While using the LinkStation, you may lose your important data due to sudden accidents, hard disk failure, or accidental misoperation. It is important to back up your data to recover data or minimize losses in such a case. Use Mass Storage class hard disk manufactured by BUFFALO (such as TeraStation/LinkStation and a USB external hard disk) as Backup Targets. GPL Information The source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http://opensource.buffalo.
