Data Robotics, Inc. drobo.
Introduction Contents I. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 – Why a data robot? – Fully automated data protection – Infinite expansion – Simple set-up, no management required II. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drobo User Guide I. Introduction I. Introduction Fully automated data protection Thanks for giving another Drobo™ storage robot a good home! We at Data Robotics, Inc., have been working since 2004 to make protecting, storing and managing your digital content truly effortless. Drobo is a tremendous labor-saving tool for safely storing your data: If you’re like us, you have a lot of data and absolutely must ensure it is safe.
Drobo User Guide II. Getting started: Planning your storage needs Drobo is unlike typical storage devices. It automatically reserves storage capacity across its drives to ensure that failure of any one drive will not cause you to lose data. Drobo also makes it extremely easy to add or upgrade capacity in the future just by inserting additional, or up-sizing existing drives. This allows you to take advantage of the constant increase in hard drive capacity at lower prices.
Drobo User Guide II. Getting Started Starting-up your Drobo data robot Connect Drobo to your computer using the provided USB 2.0 cable. Then connect the Drobo power supply between the Drobo and an electrical outlet. Note: as with all electronic equipment, we recommend connecting your Drobo to an electrical outlet through a good quality surge protector. • The message at right will then pop-up: • Click “Yes.” This process should take a few minutes.
Drobo User Guide II. Getting Started Option B for Mac: using Apple® Disk Utility formatting tool Understanding Drobo’s lights You may already know how to use the built in disk formatting utility supplied with your Mac. If not, here is a step-by-step guide: One of Drobo’s many benefits is a series of onboard lights that tell you everything you need to know at a glance, without forcing you to install application software.
Drobo User Guide III. Your world with Drobo If you bought Drobo, you’re someone who has valuable data and knows that it’s growing. You also know there are many ways to work with data storage. Here are a few important concepts about Drobo that may affect how you incorporate it into your workflow. Drobo is a labor-saving device Drobo was designed to take the pain out of making your data forever accessible. Drobo does the heavy lifting of drive monitoring and data protection so you don’t have to.
Drobo User Guide IV. Getting the most from Drobo IV. Getting the most from Drobo: Optimizing for Maximum Capacity or Lowest Cost of Ownership with bigger ones is just fine, but only if done one drive at a time and with time to allow Drobo to complete its optimization before upgrading a second drive. Adding drives to empty Data Bays can be done at any time.
Drobo User Guide V. You don’t need to read about Drobotech V. You don’t need to read about Drobotech (but you might want to) able. Adaptive Data Mapping™ Although not at all necessary for understanding how to use Drobo, you might be interested to know how Drobo works and how it compares to other mass storage systems available today. Data Robotics, Inc.
Drobo User Guide VI. Frequently Asked Questions We recommend you read all of the following FAQs: Q. How do I download the latest version of Drobo OS? A. Install and open Drobo Dashboard, click “Advanced Options” and go to the “Tools” tab. Click “Check for updates…” Q. How do I add capacity to Drobo? A. Either add a standard 3.5” SATA hard drive to an empty Data Bay, or remove the smallest capacity drive and replace with a larger capacity one. It’s okay to do this while Drobo is running. Q.
Drobo User Guide VII. Safety and Warranty This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are, however, some installation and operational precautions of which you should be particularly aware. Please read these instructions before operating Drobo and save them for future reference. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Read all instructions: All safety & operating instructions should be read and understood before operation.
Drobo User Guide VIII. Index 110 volt outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2TB Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Adaptive Data Mapping™ . . . . . . . 15 Apple Disk Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ATA hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Back-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,17 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,12 Capacity claims . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Cost of ownership . . . . . . .
Data Robotics, Inc. drobo.
