Freecom NETWORK DRIVE XS User manual

USER MANUAL
NETWORK DRIVE XS
EXTERNAL NETWORK HARD DRIVE /3.5" / GIGABIT LAN /USB 2.0
Rev. 945

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Dear user,
Thank you for selecting the Freecom Network Drive XS. The Freecom Network Drive XS
offers easy-to use network storage possibilities. To ensure you get the best performance
and ease of operation, please read this manual carefully before using the Freecom
Network Drive XS.
Freecom Technologies GmbH • Germany
www.freecom.com
Contents of the box
Please check the contents of the box to ensure it contains the following items:
•Freecom Network Drive XS
• Power adapter & power cord
• LAN connection cable
• USB connection cable
•Manual, safety manual and application software on CD
•Quick Install Guide
Need assistance? Have questions?
In case you have a question about the use of this product, need information about other
Freecomproductsorneed technical assistance,please contacttheFreecomServiceCenter
for your country. See www.freecom.com for details.
Freecom offers free unlimited helpdesk support.
Warning !
All rights reserved. The products named in this manual are only used for identification
purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.
This device was designed for home or office use.
Warning! This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class A. This equipment
can cause radio disturbances in a residential area. If this is the case, the user has to take
appropriate measures and assume all responsibility and costs for. It may not be used near
or with any life-sustaining systems.
Freecom cannot be made liable for any damages, loss of data or damage following
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.
We reserve the right to upgrade our products in keeping with technological advances.

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Table of Contents
© 2009 Freecom Technologies
User's Guide
General Information
System requirements.................................................................................................. Page 4
Precautionary measures ............................................................................................ Page 5
Freecom Network Drive XS Setup Overview ..................................................... Page 6
Chapter 1:
Hardware Installation ......................................................................................................... Page 7
Chapter 2:
Computer Configuration - LAN Mode.......................................................................... Page 8
Chapter 3:
Installation of the application software ...................................................................... Page 14
Chapter 4:
Accessing the Network Drive XS .................................................................................... Page 16
Chapter 5:
Configuration of the Freecom Network Drive XS.................................................... Page 20
Chapter 6:
LAN Connection Types of the Freecom Network Drive XS ....................................... Page 38

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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 Network Drive XS, 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
• CD-ROM drive
• Free USB 2.0 or USB 1.1. port* or
• LAN (1000Base-T full duplex connection recommended)
• 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
• CD-ROM drive
• Free USB 2.0 or USB 1.1. port* or
• LAN (1000Base-T full duplex connection recommended)
• Internet connection for online warranty registration, software updates and downloads
• Operating system: Mac OS X v10.4 or higher
* USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1.

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General Information
Precautionary measures
To ensure that your Freecom Network Drive XS functions properly, please take note of
the following precautions. If these are not followed, you may void your warranty and
damage the Freecom Network Drive XS.
• Safely remove the Freecom Network Drive XS via your operating system (the "unplug
or eject hardware" option in the Windows taskbar) before disconnecting the USB
cable or power cable and before switching off the device. Failing to do so may result
in data loss.
• Do not drop the Freecom Network Drive XS or expose it to other kinds of sudden
mechanical shocks as this may result in data loss and damage to the Network
Drive.
• Do not use the Freecom Network Drive XS when the ambient temperature is below
10°C or above 30°C.
• If the Freecom Network Drive XS 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 Network Drive XS. 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 Network Drive XS in a dusty environment. Dust inside the
enclosure may damage the internal electronics and result in drive malfunction.
• Opening the Freecom Network Drive XS will void the warranty.
• Since USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the Freecom Network Drive XS
can be connected to all USB ports. When connected to a USB 1.1 port, however, the
performance (data transfer rate) of the Freecom Network Drive XS will be much lower
than when the drive is connected to a USB 2.0 port.
• Only use the power adapter that was supplied with the Freecom Network Drive XS.

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Freecom Network Drive XS Setup Overview
LAN (Ethernet) mode
USB-mode
LAN (Ethernet) mode
USB-mode
USB-mode
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Hardware Installation
Chapter 1: Hardware Installation
WARNING! Only connect the Network Drive XS via the USB or LAN Port.
Never use both ports at the same time!
1. Plug the cable (USB or LAN) into the Freecom Network
Drive XS.
2. Insert the power cord into the Freecom Network Drive XS
and plug the power supply into the socket.
3. Plug the cable into the port (USB or LAN) on your
computer.
Because USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, you can connect the Freecom
Network Drive XS to any USB port. Please note however that USB 2.0 ports support
significantly higher data transfer speeds than USB 1.1.
Driver Installation: Your computer will not require a special Freecom
driver if you are using Windows XP / Vista / 7 or MacOS X. The required
driver is automatically installed by the operating system when the cable
is plugged into your computer.

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Chapter 2: Computer Configuration - LAN Mode
2.1 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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Computer Configuration - LAN Mode
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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2.2 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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Computer Configuration - LAN Mode
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".
2.3 Check TCP/IP Settings in Mac OS X
1. Open "System Preferences" -> "Network".

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Computer Configuration - LAN Mode
2. In the "TCP/IP" tab, select "Using DHCP" in the "Configure IPv4" settings.

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Chapter 3: Installation of the application software
3.1 Installation of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant Software (PC)
The Freecom Network Storage Assistant quickly detects and performs the basic setup
of your Network Drive XS. When you start it, it displays all Freecom Network devices
available in your network and helps you creating network folders.
1. PleaseinserttheManual&Application CDintoyourdrive.Itcontainsusermanuals 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 Network Drive XS was
detected. This may take some time. If your Network Drive XS 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 5.

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3.2 Installation of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant Software (Mac)
The Freecom Network Storage Assistant quickly detects and performs the basic setup
of your Network Drive XS. 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 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 Network Drive XS was
detected. This may take some time. If your Network Drive XS 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 5.

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Chapter 4: Accessing the Network Drive XS
4.1 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
\\NDXS* or
\\IP_ADDRESS in the address bar (IP_ADDRESS is the IP address of your Network Drive
XS).
If you have changed the host name or the IP address, please use the new settings.
Enter your username and password for accessing the Network Drive XS. If you are
logging on as the administrator, you will have access to all folders on the Network
Drive XS.
Linux
Open the file browser (Konqueror, for instance) and enter
smb:// NDXS * or
smb:// IP_ADDRESS in the address bar (IP_ADDRESS is the IP address of your Network
Drive XS).
Enter your username and password for accessing the Network Drive XS. If you are
logging on as the administrator, you will have access to all folders on the Network
Drive XS.
Mac OS
Mac OS X Vers.10.4 and higher
Select 'Go To' -> 'Connect to Server...'from the menu bar. The Network Drive XS address
is:
smb:// NDXS * or
smb:// IP_ADDRESS in the address bar (IP_ADDRESS is the IP address of your Network
Drive XS).
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Click 'Connect'. Enter the workgroup, your username and password for accessing the
Network Drive XS. If you are logging on as the administrator, you will have access to all
folders on the Network Drive XS.
Note: You set the workgroup name of the Network Drive XS under
Configuration - Update Device/ Workgroup names in the Network Drive
XS Configuration menu.
You now need to select a shared folder on the next screen. Press OK to continue. After
pressing OK, the Network Drive XS is configured and an icon appears on your computer
desktop.
To access all the Network Drive XS 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 10.4
Mac OS X 10.5
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4.2 Accessing data via FTP
Note: Not all browsers can upload data via FTP. Those that can include
InternetExplorerandKonqueror.WerecommendusingFTPclientsoftware
such as WS_FTP, SmartFTP or CuteFTP.
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.
4.2.1 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@NDXS *
(IP_ADDRESS is the IP address of your Network Drive XS)
4.2.2 FTP access via the Internet
Enable the FTP Server option in the Network Drive XS Configuration. Your router must
be configured as follows:
1. Port forwarding
Forward port 21 to the IP address of your Network Drive XS.
* If you have changed the hostname or the IP address of the Network Drive XS, please use the new settings
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2. Dynamic DNS
Dynamic Domain Name System gives the ability to provide an official DNS name such as
www.yourname.com to the dynamic IP address you have gotten from your ISP.
To do so, you first need to register with a DynDNS service. It updates the modified IP
addresses and forwards this to the domain name. This enables you to be reached at one
single domain name at any time even if your IP address changes.
If your router supports this option, we recommend using this feature, otherwise you
always need to know the WAN IP of your router to access the Network Drive XS via FTP
from the internet.
Use any FTP client software or open your browser and enter
ftp://USERNAME:USERPASSWORD@YOUR_INTERNET_IP
or
ftp://USERNAME:USERPASSWORD@YOUR_DYNDNS_HOST.
USERNAME = your username
USERPASSWORD = your user password
YOUR_INTERNET_IP = your WAN IP address
YOUR_DYNDNS_HOST = your Dynamic DNS address

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Chapter 5: Configuration of the Freecom Network Drive XS
For easier access we recommend using the PC configured as DHCP Client as described
in the previous chapter.
As default, the DHCP Server of the Freecom Network Drive XS is switched on. This can
be changed in the "Status" section of the web configuration.
5.1 The Freecom Network Storage Assistant (PC/Mac)
You can use the "Freecom Network Storage Assistant" to configure the Freecom Network
Drive XS. This tool offers the following functions: