Medion LIFE S89044 User manual

MEDION Australia Pty Ltd
St Leonards, NSW 2065
Australia
Hotline: [phone]
Opening hours: Mon - Fri 08:30AM to 06:00PM EST
Internet
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E-mail Support
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Instruction Manual
11/2015
Via the link
http://www.medion.com/wlanhddtool/
you can download the required app for your
apple device.
Via the link
http://www.medion.com/wlanhddtool/
you can download the required app for your
android device.
Made in China
WiFi Hard Drive 1TB
MEDION®S89044 (MD 87890)
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Contents
1. Notes on how to use these instructions ............5
1.1. Symbols and keywords used in these
instructions ..................................................................5
2. Proper use............................................................7
3. Safety instructions..............................................7
3.1. Operating safety.........................................................8
3.2. Data backup.............................................................. 10
3.3. Power supply............................................................ 10
4. Before use......................................................... 11
4.1. Check package contents...................................... 11
4.2. System requirements............................................. 12
5. Overview of the device.................................... 13
5.1. Overview of the LED displays............................. 14
6. Start of operation............................................. 15
6.1. Charging the battery ............................................. 15
6.2. Connections.............................................................. 16
6.3. RJ45 LAN connection ............................................ 16
6.4. Switching on the device....................................... 17
7. Operation.......................................................... 17
7.1. Notebook/PC network connection .................. 18
7.2. Installing the app on an Android/
Apple smart phone/tablet PC ............................ 19
7.3. Smart phone or tablet network connection 20
8. File management via the Android/
Apple app ......................................................... 21
8.1. Device selection ...................................................... 21
8.2. Menu icons................................................................ 22
8.3. File management.................................................... 23
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8.4. Settings menu.......................................................... 24
9. Web interface of the WiFi Hard Drive ............. 26
10. Settings............................................................. 27
10.1.User .............................................................................. 28
10.2.Disk............................................................................... 29
10.3.Network...................................................................... 29
10.4.Services....................................................................... 32
10.5.System......................................................................... 32
10.6.Wizard ......................................................................... 33
11. Information ...................................................... 33
12. Explorer ............................................................ 34
13. WiFi HDD Tool .................................................. 36
14. Resetting the device ........................................ 37
15. Do you need more help?.................................. 38
16. Cleaning............................................................ 39
17. Disposal ............................................................ 40
18. Technical data................................................... 41
19. Glossary ............................................................ 43
20. Legal notice ...................................................... 46
21. GNU General Public Licence............................ 47
22. LGPL VERSION 2.1 ............................................ 54
23. Free BSD-license............................................... 64
24. BSD 2-Clause .................................................... 65
25. MIT License (MIT) ............................................. 66
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1. Notes on how to use these
instructions
Read the safety instructions carefully before
use. Note the warnings on the device and in
the operating instructions.
Always keep the operating instructions
close to hand. If you sell the device or give
it away, make sure you also hand over these
instructions and the warranty card.
1.1. Symbols and keywords used in
these instructions
DANGER!
Warning of immediate risk of fatal
injury!
WARNING!
Warning of possible risk of fatal
injury and/or serious irreversible
injuries!
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CAUTION!
Please follow the instructions
to prevent injuries and property
damage!
ATTENTION!
Please follow the instructions to
prevent property damage!
NOTE!
Additional information on using the device.
NOTE!
Please follow the guidelines in the
operating instructions!
WARNING!
Warning of risk of electric shock!
• Bullet point/information on operating steps
and results
Instructions to be carried out
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2. Proper use
This device is a USB hard drive whose data can be made
available to other wireless communicating devices via
the built-in WiFi access point. The device also has USB
connections for data transfer/charging the internal
battery and for charging another device.
Never use the device for any other purpose.
Only use the device indoors.
This device is only designed for private use and is not
suitable for commercial purposes.
3. Safety instructions
Please read through this section and all of the
documentation carefully and follow all of the
instructions given. The instructions will help
you to operate the device reliably and help
increase its service life.
Always keep these operating instructions near
at hand to the device, but store them safely
so that you can pass them on to a new owner
should you sell the device. Should you have
any problems with the device, please only
contact our authorised service partners.
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3.1. Operating safety
• This device is not intended for use by
people (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental abilities or
by those without experience and/or
knowledge, unless they are supervised
by a person responsible for their safety or
they have been instructed in its use by that
person. Children should be supervised to
ensure they do not play with this device.
• Always adhere to the user instructions of
the devices that you connect to the WiFi
Hard Drive.
• Use only the mains adapter supplied
(KSAS0050500100VAU, manufacturer:
Ktec, China). Never try to plug the mains
adapter into other sockets as this may cause
damage.
• Do not place liquid containers, for example,
vases, on or near the device. The container
may tip over and the liquid may impair the
electrical safety of the product.
• Keep the device away from moisture and
from water in droplet or spray form. Avoid
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vibrations, dust, heat and direct sunlight in
order to prevent malfunction. The operating
temperature is 5-35° C.
• Never open the housing of the device. This
would invalidate the warranty and may
render the device unusable.
• After transporting the device, wait until
it has reached room temperature before
switching it on. Major fluctuations in
temperature or humidity can lead to
condensation which could cause an
electrical short-circuit.
• The device is intended to be connected
to computers with power supply fuse
protection (limited power source according
to EN60950).
• Position the cable so that it cannot be
stepped on or tripped over.
• Do not place any objects on the cables to
avoid damaging them.
• To avoid static charges, you should not
operate the device in extremely dry
conditions.
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• In circumstances where there are
electrostatic discharges, the device could
malfunction. In this case, the device must be
reset to the factory settings.
3.2. Data backup
We do not accept any liability for claims for
compensation due to loss of data or any
damages that are incurred. Always back up
your data onto an external storage device (for
example, CD-R) before updating it.
3.3. Power supply
• Only operate the mains adapter for the WiFi
Hard Drive from an easily accessible and
earthed socket with an AC 100-240 V~ 50 Hz
power supply.
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4. Before use
4.1. Check package contents
Please check your purchase to ensure that all items are
included. If anything is missing, please contact us within
14 days of purchase.
After unpacking, ensure that the following parts have
been supplied:
• WiFi Hard Drive
• Mains adapter (KSAS0050500100VAU, manufacturer:
Ktec, China) with USB cable (microUSB 3.0 to USB)
• Operating instructions and warranty documents
DANGER!
Keep the plastic packaging out of
the reach of children as it can cause
suffocation!
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4.2. System requirements
• WiFi standard 802.11b/g/n
• Windows® 10/ Windows 8/Microsoft Windows® 7
Mac OS 10.6 or newer version,
Android 2.2 or newer, iOS 4.0 or newer
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5. Overview of the device
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7
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1) Battery LED
2) Hard drive LED
3) WiFi LED
4) Internet LED
5) LAN connection (RJ45 socket)
6) RESET button
7) USB 3.0 Micro-B connection for charging the
internal battery/data exchange
8) ON/OFF switch
9) USB connection for charging another device1
1 To charge other devices, the WiFi Hard Drive must be switched o.
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5.1. Overview of the LED displays
LED Colour Status Description
Battery
LED
Green
Permanently Battery is charged
Flashes Battery is being
charged
Red Permanently Battery needs
charging
Hard
drive
LED
White
Permanently Hard drive is ready
Flashes Hard drive activity
WiFi
LED Blue
Permanently The WiFi access
point is ready.
Flashes The WiFi access
point is starting.
Off
The WiFi access
point is switched
off.
Internet
LED Green
Permanently Internet
connection
Off No Internet
connection
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6. Start of operation
6.1. Charging the battery
The WiFi Hard Drive has an in-built battery.
You can charge the battery either using the USB mains
adapter included in the delivery or via a USB connection
on your PC or another device with a USB connection.
Connect the USB cable to the USB 3.0 Micro-B
connection on the WiFi Hard Drive.
Connect the other end of the cable to the USB mains
adapter and plug it into the mains socket.
Alternatively, connect the USB cable to the USB
connection on your PC or another device that
delivers 5 V output voltage at its USB connection.
Charge status LEDs
• The battery LED flashes continuously while charging.
• Once the battery has been completely charged, the
battery LED will be permanently lit.
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6.2. Connections
USB connection on the right side of the
device
The USB connection on the side of the device can be
used to charge the batteries of other devices, such as
smart phones, for example.
USB 3.0 Micro-B connection
The USB 3.0 Micro-B connection is used for charging the
internal battery. When the device is switched off, you
can use this connection to access the hard drive from a
PC.
6.3. RJ45 LAN connection
You can use the RJ45 LAN socket to connect the WiFi
Hard Drive directly to a router.
WiFi devices that log into the access point on the WiFi
Hard Drive can thus connect to the Internet through the
router.
NOTE!
For this purpose, Internet access must be set
to "Wired connection" in the settings (see
“Internet Settings” on page 25).
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6.4. Switching on the device
To switch on the WiFi Hard Drive, press and hold the
ON/OFF switch until the charge LED lights up.
• The CHARGE LED flashes while the system boots
up.
• The CHARGE LED is then permanently lit. The WiFi
Hard Drive is now ready for use.
Switching off the device
• To switch off the WiFi Hard Drive, press and hold the
ON/OFF switch for about three seconds.
All LEDs switch off.
7. Operation
The WiFi Hard Drive is configured as a wireless access
point (AP).
Other wireless communication devices (clients) such as
tablet PCs, smart phones or notebooks can log into the
access point and thus access the data of the hard drive
via the WiFi connection.
NOTE!
When using the device as an access point
for the first time, place the client as near as
possible to the WiFi Hard Drive. After successful
installation, you can then set up the hard drive
at any position within range.
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7.1. Notebook/PC network
connection
Switch the WiFi Hard Drive on.
Search for the WiFi-HDD XXXX network in the
list of available wireless networks on your notebook/
PC and connect the device to this network.
Connection under Windows: example
When prompted, enter the network password
(Password) given on the type plate on the rear of
the WiFi Hard Drive.
The WiFi client will now connect to the WiFi Hard
Drive.
You can now use the file manager function via the web
interface, as described under “9. Web interface of the
WiFi Hard Drive” on page 26.
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7.2. Installing the app on an
Android/Apple smart phone/
tablet PC
To be able to use the main menu functions and access
files on the WiFi Hard Drive from a tablet PC or smart
phone, you first need to install the relevant app on your
tablet PC/smart phone. This app is available via the Play
Store (Android) or AppStore (Apple).
Call up the following site using the web browser on
your smart phone/tablet PC:
"http://www.medion.com/WiFihddtool/".
Download the relevant Android/Apple app from the
website.
Download the app via a direct link:
Scan the adjacent QR code to be directed
to the download page for the iOS app on
the AppStore.
Scan the adjacent QR code to be directed
to the download page for the Android
app on Google Play.
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Once you have installed the app, you need to
activate the WiFi functionality on your smart phone/
tablet and connect the device to the WiFi-HDD-
XXXX network.
7.3. Smart phone or tablet network
connection
Switch the WiFi Hard Drive on.
Activate the WiFi functionality on your smart phone/
tablet and connect your device to the WiFi-HDD-
XXXX network.
When prompted, enter the network password
(Password) given on the type plate on the rear of
the WiFi Hard Drive.
The WiFi client will now connect to the WiFi Hard
Drive.
NOTE!
To be able to use the file manager function
on your smart phone/tablet PC, install the
relevant app for your Android/Apple device
as described under “7.2. Installing the app on
an Android/Apple smart phone/tablet PC” on
page 19.
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8. File management via the
Android/Apple app
When you have opened the app on your smart phone/
tablet PC, the Home menu will be displayed.
8.1. Device selection
• The WiFi HDD icon is
active at the lower edge of
the display. All the folders
on the WiFi Hard Drive are
displayed in this view.
• To switch the view to display
the files and folders on your
smart phone/tablet PC, tap
My Device at the lower
edge of the display.
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