LaCie 5big - Network NAS Server User manual

5big Storage Server
DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON
Data Sharing and iSCSI Target
The 5big Storage Server integrates both DFS-N and DFS-R
features for advanced sharing and data replication, as well
as an iSCSI target, making it ideal for working with multiple
servers. With a maximum capacity of 10TB and 5 disks, the
5big Storage Server has all the space your office needs. With its
USB and eSATA connections, it’s scalable, and its dual Gigabit
Ethernet link features 180MB/s for the fastest file transfers and
system restorations.
World-Class Technical Support
For your convenience, the 5big Storage Server comes with
all the documentation you need, in addition to our world-
class Technical Support. Additionally, its AFP, Time Machine
and Spotlight compatibility makes the 5big Storage Server is
perfect for Mac users.
An Enterprise Desktop Solution
The LaCie 5big Storage Server is a professional file-sharing
server for small to medium- sized office environments. It’s
compact enough to sit on a desktop, but designed to manage
demanding file-sharing activities for 25 to 100 PC, Mac®, or
Linux workstations. The 5big Storage Server also offers seamless,
transparent integration into any SMB IT infrastructure thanks to
Active Directory support.
The Best Components for Reliability
The 5big Storage Server boasts a 64-bit dual-core
hyperthreaded 1.6Ghz Intel Atom processor with 2GB of RAM,
which delivers lightning-fast speed, ensuring efficiency. With
RAID 0, 1, 5,or 5+spare modes, your data protection is up to
you. Optimize for speed, security, or both. The 5big Storage
Server even supports data encryption to keep your data safe.
• File sharing and iSCSI appliance; up to 10TB
• Dual-Core 1.6Ghz Intel® 64-bit Atom™processor
and Windows® Storage Server 2008
• RAID protection and data deduplication
• AFP, Time Machine®and Spotlight®compatibility
The highest-performing desktop
le server on the market.

Item Number 301539 301532 301533
Capacity** 1TB 5TB 10TB
Interface 2 x Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-TX
Hardware Configuration Intel Atom processor D510 (1.6GHz) | 2GB RAM | South Bridge : Intel ICH9-R | NIC: Intel 82574L Gigabit Ethernet
Controller
Expansion Ports 1 x eSATA; 3 x USB 2.0 (type A); 1 x VGA
RAID Modes RAID 0, RAID 1/5/5+Spare (hot swappable); independent multi-RAID volumes
Operating System Windows Storage Server 2008 SP2 Standard Edition; includes Microsoft .NET Framework
Network Protocols File Server: SMB, FTP, HTTP, AFP, NFS DHCP, DNS, SMTP, Web, Print, Fax, application server, Spotlight®Support Telnet,
IPv6, iSCSI, IPP, iSNS, SNMP
Remote Network
Transfer Applications
Server-to-server synchronization (DFS-R); Background Intelligent Transfer Service; Remote Desktop services
Administration Native integration with Windows domains (Active Directory); remote desktop administration; public/private shares with
quota management; unlimited number of users
Backup Solutions Advanced backup and restore of server running Windows Server 2008; Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) and block-
level backup technology; support for optical media and removable media; Time Machine compatible
Enterprise Features Distributed File System (DFS-N and DFS-R); SharePoint®services; BitLocker drive encryption; enhanced search indexing;
Hyper-V™ compatible; BITS server extension; offline files; native iSCSI target;
Single Instance Storage (data deduplication)
Environment and Power Advanced power management options; energy-efficient process with Level V power supply; recyclable: aluminum,
RoHS-compliant
Cooling System Ultra-quiet cooling system with self-stabilizing oil-pressure bearing technology
Dimensions (W x D x H) 173 x 196 x 220 mm / 6.8 x 7.7 x 8.6 in.
Weight 1TB: 4.7 kg / 10.4 lbs. | 5/10TB: 7.6 kg / 16.8 lbs.
Box Content LaCie 5big Storage Server: 1TB version is shipped with 1 populated bay, 4 empty drawers and screws; 5TB/10TB
versions have 5 populated bays; Ethernet cable; External power supply; DVD-ROM for Server Restore; CD-ROM for
Multi Language Kit; Quick Start Guide; Drawer key
Minimum System
Requirements
Computer with an Ethernet network adapter, Latest version of Windows XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7 for
administration and SMB connections / Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6 / Linux 2.6 for SMB connections only, Ethernet switch
or router, HDD 3.5” SATA when system is shipped with one HDD. For the HDD compatibility list,
please refer to the Quick Start Guide.
5big Storage Server
DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON
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*Performance depends on file system used, file size, and may vary from one drive to another.
**1TB (Terabyte) = 1000GB. 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Total accessible capacity varies
depending upon operating environment (typically 10–15% less).
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Specifications and appearance are given as guidelines and are subject to change without
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