Buffalo LinkStation 200B User manual

Network Attached Storage
LinkStation 200B
User Manual
Please make sure to read this manual before using and follow the procedures. If you have any inquiries about
the product, contact the number on the warranty statement or the packing box. Do not discard this manual, the
warranty statement, or the packing box.
www.buffaloamericas.com
35021611-01
August 2019

Notice
Regulatory Compliance Information
For Customers in the United States
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning Symbols and Graphical Icons on the Product
Warning symbols are used on the product for safety operation and prevention of injury to you and damage to the
unit. The following explains the meanings of symbols used on the product.
This symbol indicates important warnings or cautions for operation and maintenance. Additional
information will follow this symbol.
This symbol indicates the presence of a direct current.
This symbol indicates polarity of DC connector.
This symbol indicates that the equipment meets the safety requirements specified for class II.
Safety Precautions
Before using your device, basic safety instructions should always be followed.
(1) Read these instructions.
(2) Keep these instructions.
(3) Heed all warnings and follow all instructions.
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(4) The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
(5) Only use the cables and accessories that are included in the package. Don’t use other accessories or cables
unless specifically instructed to in the documentation.
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Contents
Notice ..............................................................................1
Regulatory Compliance Information..............................................1
Warning Symbols and Graphical Icons on the Product.................1
Safety Precautions ...........................................................................1
Chapter 1 Getting Started .............................................8
Diagrams...........................................................................................8
Turning the LinkStation On and Off ...............................................9
Chapter 2 Configuration ............................................. 10
Opening Settings from a Computer ............................................ 10
Opening Easy Admin ...............................................................................10
Opening Advanced Settings ...................................................................12
Opening Settings from a Mobile Device ..................................... 14
Chapter 3 File Sharing................................................. 17
Configuring Shared Folders ......................................................... 17
Adding a Shared Folder...........................................................................17
Recycle Bin................................................................................................19
Read-Only Shares.....................................................................................19
Hidden Shares ..........................................................................................19
Configuring Users ......................................................................... 20
Adding a User...........................................................................................20
Converting Local Users into External Users...........................................22
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Adding a Group ............................................................................. 22
Configuring Access Restrictions .................................................. 25
Local Users and Groups ...........................................................................25
Active Directory .......................................................................................26
NT Domain................................................................................................29
Authority Delegation via External SMB Servers....................................31
Chapter 4 Storage Management ................................ 35
RAID Modes ................................................................................... 35
Working with RAID Arrays............................................................ 35
Using JBOD...............................................................................................35
Changing RAID Mode ..............................................................................36
Expanding RAID Capacity Without Deleting Data ................................38
RAID Scanning..........................................................................................39
Adding an External Drive ............................................................. 40
Connecting an External Drive.................................................................40
Compatibility ...........................................................................................40
Dismounting Drives ...................................................................... 41
Dismounting with the Function Button .................................................41
Dismounting from Settings ....................................................................41
Checking Drives ............................................................................ 42
Formatting Drives ......................................................................... 43
Erasing Data on the LinkStation Completely.............................. 45
Quotas............................................................................................ 45
Quotas for Users.......................................................................................45
Quotas for Groups ...................................................................................46
Drive Replacement........................................................................ 47
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Replacing a Defective Drive ....................................................................48
Rebuilding the RAID Array ......................................................................50
Chapter 5 Remote Access............................................ 52
WebAccess ..................................................................................... 52
Configuring from Easy Admin.................................................................52
Configuring from Advanced Settings ....................................................53
FTP.................................................................................................. 55
Chapter 6 Backup ........................................................ 57
Backing Up Data on the LinkStation ........................................... 57
Preparing a Backup Destination.............................................................57
Configuring a Backup Job .......................................................................58
Backup Modes..........................................................................................62
Backing Up Your Mac with Time Machine ................................... 62
Copying from a USB Device.......................................................... 69
Configuring Direct Copy..........................................................................69
Starting Direct Copy ................................................................................69
Chapter 7 Multimedia ................................................. 71
iTunes Server ................................................................................. 71
Connecting a Printer..................................................................... 72
Chapter 8 Advanced Features .................................... 74
Email Notification ......................................................................... 74
Sleep Mode .................................................................................... 75
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UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)........................................... 77
Encrypting Data Transmission ..................................................... 78
Encrypting Settings Data ........................................................................78
Encrypting FTP Transfer Data .................................................................78
SSL Keys ....................................................................................................78
Restoring Factory Defaults........................................................... 79
Initializing from Settings ........................................................................79
Initializing with the Function Button .....................................................80
Updating the Firmware................................................................. 80
Name, Date, Time, and Language ................................................ 81
Jumbo Frames ............................................................................... 83
Changing the IP Address .............................................................. 85
Chapter 9 Configuring from Mobile Devices............. 87
Settings Available from Your Mobile Device............................... 87
Configuring Users ......................................................................... 87
Adding a User...........................................................................................87
Changing the Password...........................................................................90
Deleting a User.........................................................................................92
Configuring Shared Folders ......................................................... 94
Adding a Shared Folder...........................................................................94
Deleting a Shared Folder.........................................................................96
Configuring WebAccess ................................................................ 98
Managing USB Devices............................................................... 107
Dismounting USB Drives.......................................................................107
Starting Direct Copy ..............................................................................108
Configuring UPS Sync............................................................................110
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Chapter 10 Utilities.................................................... 111
NAS Navigator2 for Windows..................................................... 111
Mounting as a Network Drive ...............................................................113
Changing the IP Address .......................................................................114
NAS Navigator2 for macOS ........................................................ 114
Mounting as a Network Drive ...............................................................115
Changing the IP Address .......................................................................116
NovaBACKUP ............................................................................... 116
Chapter 11 Appendix ................................................ 117
Power LED Operations ................................................................ 117
Default Settings .......................................................................... 119
Specifications .............................................................................. 120
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Diagrams
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1 Power LED
The power LED glows white while the LinkStation is on.
The power LED blinks white while the LinkStation is booting or shutting down.
If an error occurs, the power LED blinks red.
If there is a status message, the power LED blinks amber.
If there is new firmware available, the power LED glows amber.
2 Function LED
This LED glows white while the LinkStation is being initialized and while dismounting USB devices. It blinks
white during Direct Copy.
3 Function Button
Use this button for Direct Copy, dismounting USB devices, and initializing settings.
4 Power Switch
Move the switch up and down to power on and off.
5 USB 2.0 Port
Compatible USB drives, USB printers, and UPS devices can be connected. USB hubs are not supported.
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6 LAN Port
Connect to a router, hub, or switch on your Ethernet network with the included Ethernet cable.
7 Link and Activity LED
This LED shows network activity. It blinks green when the LinkStation is accessed over the network.
8 Power Connector
Use the included power cable to connect to a surge protector or outlet.
9 Power Status LED
The LED glows green when the power cable is connected.
10 Fan
Do not block the fan.
11 Anti-Theft Security Slot
Use this slot to secure your LinkStation with a cable lock (not included).
12 Drive 1 Error LED
If there is an error on drive 1, this LED will light.
13 Drive 2 Error LED
If there is an error on drive 2, this LED will light.
Turning the LinkStation On and Off
Move the power switch on the back of the LinkStation to the on position to turn it on. To turn it off, move the switch
to the off position and wait for the unit to fully shut down before unplugging it. Never unplug the AC adapter
without properly shutting down the LinkStation first.
When all the LEDs on the front of the LinkStation turn off, the shutdown process is complete.
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