Buffalo TS3210DN User manual

Network Attached Storage
TeraStation 3010
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 the included
documentations, the warranty statement, or the packing box.
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35021138-14
June, 2018

Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started .............................................8
Diagrams...........................................................................................8
Turning the TeraStation On and Off............................................. 10
Creating an Initialization Drive.................................................... 12
Chapter 2 Configuration ............................................. 14
Running the Setup Wizard............................................................ 14
Setting Up Through Setup Wizard..........................................................14
Opening Setup Wizard ............................................................................17
Opening Settings .......................................................................... 18
Checking the Device Information from Dashboard ..............................20
Chapter 3 File Sharing................................................. 21
Configuring Shared Folders ......................................................... 21
Adding a Shared Folder...........................................................................21
Recycle Bin................................................................................................23
Read-Only Shares.....................................................................................23
Hidden Shares ..........................................................................................24
Configuring Users ......................................................................... 24
Adding a User...........................................................................................24
Importing User Information....................................................................27
Adding a Group ............................................................................. 27
Configuring Access Restrictions for Shared Folders .................. 29
Local Users and Groups ...........................................................................30
Active Directory .......................................................................................31
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Configuring Access Restrictions for Subfolders ......................... 34
Enabling Subfolders’ Access Restrictions ..............................................34
Restoring Owner and Permission Settings ............................................36
Chapter 4 Storage Management ................................ 39
RAID Modes ................................................................................... 39
Working with RAID Arrays............................................................ 40
Using JBOD...............................................................................................40
Changing RAID Mode ..............................................................................41
Shutting Down the TeraStation Automatically If Error Occurred.........42
Configuring Actions If A Drive Used for the RAID Array Has Not Been
Discovered................................................................................................44
Configuring a Hot Spare..........................................................................46
RMM (RAID Mode Manager)....................................................................48
RAID Scanning..........................................................................................50
Adding an External Drive ............................................................. 51
Connecting an External Drive.................................................................51
Compatibility ...........................................................................................51
Dismounting Drives ...................................................................... 52
Dismounting with the Function Button .................................................52
Dismounting from Settings ....................................................................52
Checking Drives ............................................................................ 53
S.M.A.R.T. ....................................................................................... 54
Displaying S.M.A.R.T. Information .........................................................54
Checking Drive Condition .......................................................................55
Formatting Drives ......................................................................... 56
Encrypting Drives.......................................................................... 57
Erasing Data on the TeraStation Completely .............................. 57
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Drive Quotas.................................................................................. 58
Quotas for Users.......................................................................................58
Quotas for Groups ...................................................................................59
Size Limits.................................................................................................60
Using the TeraStation as an iSCSI Device .................................... 62
Introduction .............................................................................................62
Creating an iSCSI Volume ........................................................................63
Connecting or Disconnecting Volumes..................................................65
Using with Multiple Computers..............................................................66
Configuring Access Restrictions .............................................................66
Expanding Volume Sizes .........................................................................69
Deleting Volumes.....................................................................................70
Chapter 5 Backup ........................................................ 72
Backing Up to a Buffalo NAS Device............................................ 72
Preparing a Backup Destination.............................................................72
Configuring a Backup Job .......................................................................73
Backing Up to rsync-Compatible Devices ................................... 77
Preparing a Backup Destination.............................................................77
Configuring a Backup Job .......................................................................77
Backing Up from rsync-Compatible Devices .............................. 80
Backup Logs .................................................................................. 81
Replication..................................................................................... 84
Preparing a Replication Destination ......................................................84
Configuring a Replication Job ................................................................85
Synchronizing between Source and Destination TeraStations
Periodically...............................................................................................88
Failover .......................................................................................... 89
Before Configuring Failover....................................................................90
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Usage Restrictions ...................................................................................91
Configuring Failover................................................................................92
Replacing to the Backup TeraStation Manually ....................................94
Reconfiguring After Failover Occurs ......................................................94
Synchronizing between Main and Backup TeraStations Periodically .96
Backing Up Your Mac with Time Machine ................................... 97
Chapter 6 Remote Access.......................................... 103
WebAccess ................................................................................... 103
FTP................................................................................................ 105
Cloud Storage.............................................................................. 106
Configuring Cloud Storage ...................................................................106
Uploading Files to Cloud Storage.........................................................109
Dropbox Sync .............................................................................. 112
Configuring a New Job ..........................................................................112
Changing Dropbox Job Settings...........................................................114
Creating a Shared Link (Windows Only)...............................................118
Microsoft Azure Storage Sync.................................................... 118
Creating a New Backup Job...................................................................118
Creating a New Restore Job ..................................................................124
Changing Job Settings ..........................................................................128
Chapter 7 Advanced Features .................................. 131
Antivirus Software ...................................................................... 131
Activating Virus Scanning .....................................................................131
Configuring Security Settings ..............................................................132
Licenses ..................................................................................................134
Connecting Through a Proxy Server ....................................................135
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Updating Antivirus Pattern Files ..........................................................135
Configuring Folders as Virus Scanning Targets...................................136
Virus Scanning .......................................................................................137
Checking the Log ...................................................................................138
Online Help.............................................................................................139
Email Notification ....................................................................... 140
Sleep Mode .................................................................................. 142
Wake-on-LAN .............................................................................. 144
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)......................................... 145
Port Trunking............................................................................... 146
Offline Files.................................................................................. 148
Accessing from an NFS Client..................................................... 149
Encrypting Data Transmission ................................................... 153
Encrypting Settings Data ......................................................................153
Encrypting FTP Transfer Data ...............................................................153
SSL Keys ..................................................................................................153
SNMP............................................................................................ 154
Saving and Applying Settings.................................................... 155
Saving Settings ......................................................................................156
Applying Settings ..................................................................................157
Transferring Another TeraStation’s Settings............................. 158
Creating a Config File (.nas_config)......................................................158
Transferring Settings.............................................................................159
Restoring Factory Defaults......................................................... 160
Initializing from Settings ......................................................................160
Initializing with the USB Initialization Drive .......................................160
Resetting the Administrator Password ..................................... 161
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Logs .............................................................................................. 162
Displaying TeraStation’s Logs ...............................................................162
Transferring Logs to the Syslog Server ................................................162
Creating a Link to the Logs in the Shared Folder ................................164
Changing Archive Rules for File Access Logs.......................................165
Updating the Firmware............................................................... 167
Updating Manually................................................................................167
Updating Automatically........................................................................167
Configuring Update Notification............................................... 168
Name, Date, Time, and Language .............................................. 170
Beep Alerts .................................................................................. 172
LEDs.............................................................................................. 173
Proxy Server ................................................................................ 173
Jumbo Frames ............................................................................. 174
Changing the IP Address ............................................................ 176
Boot Authentication ................................................................... 177
Notes Before Use....................................................................................178
Important Notice ...................................................................................178
Setting Up the Authentication Server on a Windows PC ....................178
Configuring Boot Authentication on the TeraStation.........................179
If the TeraStation Cannot Be Accessed .................................................180
Chapter 8 Drive Replacement................................... 183
LEDs.............................................................................................. 183
Drive Replacement Procedure ................................................... 183
Using JBOD or a Redundant RAID Mode and TeraStation Is On.........183
Using a Redundant RAID Mode and TeraStation Is Off .......................186
Using RAID 0...........................................................................................186
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Using a Hot Spare...................................................................................187
Replacing a Non-Malfunctioning Drive..................................... 188
Chapter 9 Utilities...................................................... 189
NAS Navigator2 for Windows..................................................... 189
Mounting as a Network Drive ...............................................................192
Changing the IP Address .......................................................................192
NAS Navigator2 for macOS ........................................................ 193
Mounting as a Network Drive ...............................................................194
Changing the IP Address .......................................................................194
NovaBACKUP ............................................................................... 195
Chapter 10 Appendix ................................................ 196
TeraStation Does Not Work Properly......................................... 196
Power LED Keeps Blinking ....................................................................196
Booting the TeraStation in Emergency Mode......................................197
Cleaning the Dustproof Filter .................................................... 197
Info and Error LEDs ..................................................................... 200
Errors.......................................................................................................200
Status ......................................................................................................201
Default Settings .......................................................................... 203
Specifications .............................................................................. 204
Chapter 11 Regulatory Compliance Information.... 206
For Customers in the United States ........................................... 206
For Customers in Europe ............................................................ 206
For Customers in Taiwan............................................................. 209
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Diagrams
Depending on the number or type of drives in the unit, the model name will be different. Check the sticker on the
packing box for your unit’s model name.
TS3210DN
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10 13 14
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9
7
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TS3410DN
1345615
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TS3410RN
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11 18 12 16 15 11
17 10 18 3456 10 1710 912
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1 Power Button ( )
To power on, connect the power cable and wait for 10 seconds, then press the power button. To power off,
press and hold the power button for 3 seconds.
If the TeraStation beeps, pressing this button for a short period will stop the beeping.
2 Power LED
For TS3210DN and TS3410DN, the LED glows green when the TeraStation is on. For TS3410RN, the LED glows
white when the TeraStation is on.
3 Info LED
If there is a status message, the amber info LED will light up. Check the Settings interface or NAS Navigator2 to
see the status message.
4 Error LED
If there is an error, the red error LED will light up. Check the Settings interface or NAS Navigator2 to see the
error message.
5 LAN1 LED
When LAN port 1 is connected, this LED glows green. It blinks when the connection is active.
6 LAN2 LED
When LAN port 2 is connected, this LED glows green. It blinks when the connection is active.
7 Function Button
Use this button for dismounting USB devices, rebuilding RAID arrays, configuring failover, stopping the
TeraStation’s beeping, and initializing settings using a USB drive.
8 Drive Lock ( )
Open the front panel with the key to replace drives or access the init button.
9 Init Button
Press and hold this button to initialize the TeraStation’s admin username and password, IP settings, SSL, and
service port restriction settings to their factory default values. The effects of this button can be changed in
Settings.
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10 Status LEDs
Normally, these LEDs blink green when drives are accessed. If a drive fails, its LED will turn red.
11 Fan
Spins to avoid overheating inside. Do not block the fan.
12 USB 3.0 Port ( )
Compatible Buffalo USB drives, USB memory devices, and USB UPS connections can be connected. USB hubs
are not compatible.
13 LAN Port 1 ( )
Connect an Ethernet cable to use this port for your network. It is available for communicating at max. 1000
Mbps.
14 LAN Port 2 ( )
Connect an Ethernet cable to use this port for your network. It is available for communicating at max. 1000
Mbps.
15 Power Connector
Use the included power cable to connect to a UPS, surge protector, or outlet.
16 Anti-Theft Security Slot ( )
Use this slot to secure your TeraStation with a cable lock (not included).
17 Serial Number
This sticker shows the TeraStation’s serial number.
18 UID Button
Press the UID button on the front or the back of the unit to cycle the blue LED on and off.
19 Link LED
Glows green when the unit is connected to a network.
Turning the TeraStation On and Off
Note: Do not disconnect or reconnect the internal drives while turning on or off the TeraStation.
Press the power button on the TeraStation to turn it on.
To turn off the TeraStation, press and hold the power button for 3 seconds. Don’t unplug the TeraStation without
turning it off first. You can also shut it down and restart it remotely from Settings.
1 Double-click the NAS Navigator2 icon ( ) to start NAS Navigator2.
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2 Right-click your TeraStation’s icon and select Settings. For macOS, select the TeraStation’s icon while holding
down the control key, then select Settings.
3 Enter the username and password, then click OK.
Note: The default username and password are “admin” and “password”.
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4 Settings will open.
5 Click at the top-right of Settings and choose Shut Down.
6 Click Yes.
7 The“Confirm Operation”screen will open. Enter the confirmation number, then click OK.
When the power LED on the front of the TeraStation turns off, the shutdown process is complete.
Creating an Initialization Drive
We recommend creating an initialization drive as soon as possible. This USB drive can be used to initialize the
TeraStation’s settings to its factory default values or recover the system if your TeraStation encounters an error that
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prevents the unit from booting. For the detailed procedure, refer to the“Creating an Initialization Drive”subsection
in chapter 7.
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Chapter 2 Configuration
Configure and manage your TeraStation using the Settings interface, accessible from a browser window. Open the
interface using the procedure below or type the TeraStation’s IP address into the URL field of your browser.
Notes:
• Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer 9 or later, and Safari 9 or later are supported. If you
have difficulty viewing Settings, check the following:
◦If there are a large number of registered users, groups, or shared folders, use another browser instead of
Internet Explorer.
◦If you have a proxy server enabled in the browser settings, configure the exception settings for Settings or
disable the proxy server.
◦With Internet Explorer, set security to Local intranet. On Windows Server operating systems, higher-level
security is configured by default. Set the security to a lower level temporarily.
• From a Mac, you can also use Bonjour to log in to Settings. Navigate to Bookmarks > Bonjour > TeraStation name
from the menu bar of Safari. If you don’t see“Bonjour” in the Bookmarks menu, click Safari > Preferences and
select “Include Bonjour in the Bookmarks menu”under “Advanced”.
Running the Setup Wizard
Setting Up Through Setup Wizard
When you access Settings for the first time, or after initializing the TeraStation’s settings, the setup wizard will
automatically be displayed. To set up the TeraStation using the wizard, follow the procedure below.
1 Double-click the NAS Navigator2 icon ( ) to start NAS Navigator2.
2 Right-click your TeraStation’s icon and select Settings. For macOS, select the TeraStation’s icon while holding
down the control key, then select Settings.
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3 The password settings page will appear. Enter the desired new administrator password and click Next. If you
click Skip, the administrator password will not change from the default value (“password”).
4 The time zone settings page will be displayed. If you need to change the time zone from that which is currently
displayed on the page, select it from the drop-down list and click Next.
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5 The proxy server settings page will be displayed. If you place the TeraStation under a proxy network, set your
proxy settings. Click Next.
6 The RAID settings page will be displayed. To change the RAID mode from the default mode, select the desired
RAID mode and click Next, then click Start on the next page. The“Confirm Operation”screen will open so enter
the confirmation number and click OK. Changing the RAID mode will begin.
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If you want to keep the RAID mode as is, select“Keep current RAID mode” and click Next.
Note: The RAID settings page will not be displayed if using the TS3210DN series.
7 The folder path to access shared folders will be displayed and the setup will finish.
Opening Setup Wizard
You may run the setup wizard even after the initial setup or initialization. To launch the setup wizard again, follow
the procedure below.
1 From Settings, click Management.
2 Click to the right of“Restore/Erase”.
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3 Click Execute Wizard.
4 The“Confirm Operation”screen will open. Enter the confirmation number, then click OK.
5 Follow the instructions on the screen and finish the setup wizard.
Opening Settings
1 Double-click the NAS Navigator2 icon ( ) to start NAS Navigator2.
2 Right-click your TeraStation’s icon and select Settings. For macOS, select the TeraStation’s icon while holding
down the control key, then select Settings.
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3 Enter the username and password, then click OK.
Notes:
• If the time-out period is set to“10 minutes”, you will be logged out of Settings after 10 minutes of inactivity.
• Click Secure Connection to log in using an encrypted connection.
4 Settings will open.
Notes:
• Username/Password Combinations:
Username Password Settings Available
admin (default) password (default) All
guest blank System information (read-only)
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