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Chapter 7 Home Networking 92
The following figure is an overview of the Device’s file server feature. Computers A and B can acc
ess
files on a USB device (C) which is connected to the Device.
Figure 49 File
Sharing Overview
A
B
C
 The Device will not be able to join the workgroup if your local area network has restrictions
set up that do not allow devices to join a workgroup. In this case, contact your network
administrator.
7.7.1 Before You Begin
Make sure the Device is connected to your network and turned on.
1 C
onnect the USB device to one of the Device’s USB ports. Make sure the Device is connected to your
network.
2 T
he Device detects the USB device and makes its contents available for browsing. If you are
connecting a USB hard drive that comes with an external power supply, make sure it is connected to
an appropriate power source that is on.
 If your USB device cannot be detected by the Device, see the troubleshooting for
suggestions.