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Accessing a USB Storage Device Connected to the Router over the Internet
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Application Scenario
An AC18 router is used to set up a LAN in an apartment. A USB storage device is connected to
the USB port of the router and functions as an FTP server. Allow Internet Visits is enabled to
make the USB storage device accessible over the internet. Assume that:
− The server address for internet users is ftp://172.16.200.115:21.
− The server user name and password are admin.
Note
In this example, the server address for internet users is only for reference. Ensure that the server address
is a public IP address.
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Configuration
Step 1 Enable Allow Internet Visits.
Choose USB Application > File Share and set Allow Internet Visits to the state.