Freecom DUAL DRIVE NETWORK CENTER User manual

USER MANUAL
Rev. 037
DUAL DRIVE NETWORK CENTER
EXTERNAL REMOVABLE DUAL NETWORK HARD DRIVE / 3.5" / GIGABIT LAN / USB 2.0 HOST

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Dear user!
Thank you very much for deciding on the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center. The Freecom
Dual Drive Network Center offers you easy-to-use network storage possibilities and the
facility of using the device as a DLNA/UPnP media server and as a torrent download client.
Please note: this manual is a general manual which is used for several Freecom products.
Product pictures shown in this manual may differ from the device you bought.
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Please check the contents of the box. All articles included in this box are listed on the back
side of the packaging.
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In case you have a question about the use of this product, need information about
other Freecom products or need technical assistance, please contact the Freecom
Service Center for your country. See www.freecom.com for details.
Freecom offers free unlimited helpdesk support.
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This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class B.
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thereof -whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business
profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss)
arising out of the use of or inability to use this Freecom product, even if Freecom has
been advised of the possibility of such damages.
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Table of Contents
General Information
System requirements ............................................................................................................Page 4
Precautionary measures ......................................................................................................Page 5
Freecom Dual Drive Network Center Setup Overview .............................................Page 6
Chapter
Hardware Installation ...................................................................................................................Page 7
Chapter
Computer Configuration .............................................................................................................Page 9
Chapter
Installation of the application software ................................................................................ Page 15
Chapter
Accessing the Dual Drive Network Center............................................................................ Page 18
Chapter
Configuration of the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center. ...........................................Page 22
Chapter
Dual Drive Network Center Functions .. ................................................................................Page 24
Chapter
The Freecom Network Storage Assistant .. ........................................................................... Page 51
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General Information
Your system needs to meet the following hardware and software requirements for the
device to function properly.
System requirements
To use the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center, you will require the following components:
PC:
• Intel Pentium III / AMD Duron 900 MHz or higher
• 256 MB RAM (Vista / 7: 512 MB RAM) or higher
• LAN (1000Base-T full duplex connection recommended)
• CD-ROM drive
• Internet connection for online warranty registration, software updates and downloads
• Operating system: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
Mac:
• PowerPC G4/G5 or Intel Mac
• 256 MB RAM or higher
• LAN (1000Base-T full duplex connection recommended)
• CD-ROM drive
• Internet connection for online warranty registration, software updates and downloads
• Operating system: Mac OS X v10.4 or higher
In order to enable immediate use, your Freecom Dual Drive Network Center is pre-formatted
and configured as RAID 0. You therefore have the maximum storage space available. If you
value maximum data security, we recommend the configuration as RAID 1. In the "RAID 1"
mode, your hard disks will be mirrored, so that only half the maximum storage space will be
available. If one hard disk fails, your data can then be restored from the second hard disk.
Further information on hard disk configuration can be found in Section "Configuration of
the hard disks" of this manual.
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Precautionary measures
To ensure that your Freecom Dual Drive Network Center functions properly, please take
note of the following precautions. If these are not followed, you may void your warranty
and damage the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center.
• Do not drop the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center or expose it to other kinds of
sudden mechanical shocks as this may result in data loss and damage to the Dual Drive
Network Center.
• Do not use the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center when the ambient temperature is
below 10°C or above 35°C.
• If the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center is moved from a cool environment to a
warmer environment, please allow the drive to acclimatize to the ambient temperature
before operating the device. Failing to do so may lead to condensation within the drive
enclosure, which in turn may cause the drive to malfunction.
• Do not place liquids or drinks on the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center. When liquids
are spilled and get in contact with the electronics within the drive enclosure, it will
damage the drive and will cause the drive to malfunction.
• Do not use the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center in a dusty environment. Dust inside
the enclosure may damage the internal electronics and result in drive malfunction.
• Only use the power adapter that was supplied with the Freecom Dual Drive Network
Center.
• Opening the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center will void the warranty.
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If at any point during installing and/or configuring your Freecom
Dual Drive Network Center you need assistance or have questions,
please contact the Freecom Support Center for your country. See
www.freecom.com for details.
Freecom offers free unlimited helpdesk support.

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Freecom Dual Drive Network Center – Setup overview
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MODEM & NETWORK ROUTER
INTERNET
HIFIUPnP/DLNA
AUDIO STREAMER
UPnP/DLNA
VIDEO STREAMER
TV
COMPUTERS IN NETWORK
COMPUTER AT
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Chapter: Hardware Installation
1. Connect the interface cable* to the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center.
2. Optional: Connect the cable of the power supply to the Freecom Dual Drive Network
Center and the power supply itself to the socket.
3. Connect the other end of the interface cable* to a network router.
Please note: Your router must be configured as a DHCP server. Further information on
setting up the DHCP server function of your router can be found in the manual of your
router.
4. Optional: if your device comes with a power switch, switch on the device before using
it.
* Please use the interface cables that come with your device (e.g. USB, eSATA, Firewire, LAN) for connecting
the device to your PC/Mac.
1. 2.
3. 4.
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LED Description
On Flashing Red Off
1. LED: HDD 1 Formatted HDD x Unformatted
HDD
x
2. LED: HDD 2 Formatted HDD x Unformatted
HDD
x
3. LED:Network Network connection x x No network
connection
4. LED: Power Normal mode Data access System fault Device off
Power switch
Please turn the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center off when it is not in use. This conserves
electricity and extends the life of the device. The power switch is located on the rear of the
Freecom Dual Drive Network Center.
LEDs
On/off switch
LAN
Power supply
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Chapter: Computer Configuration
Check TCP/IP Settings in Windows XP
1. Open "Start" -> "Settings" -> "Control Panel".
2. Double-click on "Network Connections".
3. Right-click on your "Local Area Connection" and select "Properties".
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4. The following screen will appear. Select "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)" and click on the
"Properties" button.
5. In the "General" tab, select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server
address automatically".
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Check TCP/IP Settings in Windows Vista / 7
1. Open "Control Panel" -> "Network and Sharing Center".
2. Click on "Manage network connections".
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3. Right-click on "Local Area Connection" and select "Properties".
4. In the "Networking" tab, select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" and click on
"Properties".
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5. In the "General" tab, select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server
address automatically".
Check TCP/IP Settings in Mac OS X
1. Open "System Preferences" -> "Network".
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2. In the "TCP/IP" tab, select "Using DHCP" in the "Configure IPv4" settings.
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Chapter: Installation of the application software
Installation of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant Software (PC)
The Freecom Network Storage Assistant quickly detects and performs the basic setup of
your Dual Drive Network Center. When you start it, it displays all Freecom Network devices
available in your network and helps you creating network folders.
1. Please insert the Manual & Application CD into your CD/DVD drive. It contains user
manuals and software, including the Freecom Network Storage Assistant. Once the
CD is inserted, a window should appear automatically on the screen. If this does not
happen, please proceed as follows:
2. Open "My Computer".
3. Double-click the CD drive containing the CD. The CD window should now open.
4. Click on "Software Installation" -> "FNS Assistant". The installation starts now. Follow the
instructions on the screen, confirm with "Next" in order to continue with the installation.
After installation has finished, press "Quit" to exit the menu screen.
5. Start the Freecom Network Storage Assistant by clicking on the "FNSA" icon on your
desktop or via "Start" -> "program files".
6. Check the Freecom Network Storage Assistant whether your Dual Drive Network
Center was detected. This may take some time. If your Dual Drive Network Center is
not immediately detected, click "Search again for available Freecom Network Storage
devices" to repeat the search.
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7. For a detailed functional description on the Freecom Network Storage Assistant, please
refer to chapter "The Freecom Network Storage Assistant".
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Installation of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant Software (Mac)
The Freecom Network Storage Assistant quickly detects and performs the basic setup of
your Dual Drive Network Center. When you start it, it displays all Freecom Network devices
available in your network and helps you creating network folders.
1. Please insert the Manual & Application CD into your CD/DVD drive. It contains user
manuals and software, including the Freecom Network Storage Assistant.
2. You will now see CD icon on your Mac desktop.
3. Double-click on the CD icon. Click "Start". The CD window should now open.
4. Click on "Software Installation" -> "FNS Assistant". The installation starts now. Follow the
instructions on the screen, confirm with "Next" in order to continue with the installation.
After installation has finished, press "Quit" to exit the menu screen.
5. Start the Freecom Network Storage Assistant. This can be found in "Applications" ->
"Utilities".
6. Check the Freecom Network Storage Assistant whether your Dual Drive Network
Center was detected. This may take some time. If your Dual Drive Network Center is
not immediately detected, click "Search again for available Freecom Network Storage
devices" to repeat the search.
7. For a detailed functional description on the Freecom Network Storage Assistant, please
refer to chapter "The Freecom Network Storage Assistant".
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Chapter: Accessing the Dual Drive Network Center
Accessing data via SMB
Server Message Block (SMB) operates as a network protocol mainly used to provide shared
access to files between nodes on a network.
Windows
Open Windows Explorer and enter either
\\ddnetworkcenter* or
\\IP_ADDRESS in the address bar (IP_ADDRESS is the IP address of your Dual Drive
Network Center).
If you have changed the host name or the IP address, please use the new settings. Enter
your username and password for accessing the Dual Drive Network Center. If you are
logging on as the administrator, you will have access to all folders on the Dual Drive
Network Center.
Linux
Open the file browser (Konqueror, for instance) and enter
smb://ddnetworkcenter * or
smb:// IP_ADDRESS in the address bar (IP_ADDRESS is the IP address of your Dual Drive
Network Center).
Enter your username and password for accessing the Dual Drive Network Center. If you
are logging on as the administrator, you will have access to all folders on the Dual Drive
Network Center.
Mac OS
Mac OS X Vers.10.4 and higher
Select 'Go To' -> 'Connect to Server...'from the menu bar. The Dual Drive Network Center
address is:
smb://ddnetworkcenter * or
smb:// IP_ADDRESS in the address bar (IP_ADDRESS is the IP address of your Dual Drive
Network Center).
* Factory defaults. If you have changed the host name or the IP address, please use the new settings.
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Click 'Connect'. Enter the workgroup, your username and password for accessing the Dual
Drive Network Center. If you are logging on as the administrator, you will have access to
all folders on the Dual Drive Network Center.
You now need to select a shared folder on the next screen. Press OK to continue. After
pressing OK, the Dual Drive Network Center is configured and an icon appears on your
computer desktop.
To access all the Dual Drive Network Center folders that your username has been assigned
user privileges, simply double-click this icon.
Mac OS X 10.5Mac OS X 10.4
Mac OS X 10.4 Mac OS X 10.5
Mac OS X 10.4
Mac OS X 10.5
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Note: The group name of the Freecom Dual Drive Network Center is
defined under Setup - System in Freecom Dual Drive Network Center
configuration menu.

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Accessing data via FTP
The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standard network protocol used to exchange files over
an Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) computer network. The FTP protocol is built on a client-server
architecture.
Local access
Enable the FTP Server option. Use any FTP client software or open your browser and enter
ftp://USERNAME:USERPASSWORD@IP_ADDRESS *
or
ftp://USERNAME:USERPASSWORD@ddnetworkcenter *
(IP_ADDRESS is the IP address of your Dual Drive Network Center)
FTP access via the Internet
Enable the FTP Server option in the Dual Drive Network Center Configuration. Your router
must be configured as follows:
1. Port forwarding
Forward port 21 to the IP address of your Dual Drive Network Center.
* If you have changed the hostname or the IP address of the Dual Drive Network Center, please use the new
settings here.
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Note: Not all browsers can upload data via FTP. Those that can include
Internet Explorer and Konqueror. We recommend using FTP client
software such as WS_FTP, SmartFTP or CuteFTP.