Medion Life S89045 User manual

MEDION®LIFE® S89045 (MD 90217)
Instruction Manual
WLAN Festplatte 500 GB
WLAN Hard Drive 500 GB

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Contents
1. Notes on how to use these instructions ....... 179
1.1. Symbols and keywords used in these
instructions .............................................................179
2. Proper use....................................................... 181
3. Safety instructions......................................... 181
3.1. Operating safety....................................................182
3.2. Data backup............................................................184
3.3. Power supply..........................................................184
4. Notes on conformity...................................... 184
5. Before use....................................................... 185
5.1. Check package contents....................................185
5.2. System requirements...........................................186
6. Overview of the device.................................. 187
6.1. Overview of the LED displays...........................188
7. Start of operation........................................... 189
7.1. Charging the battery ...........................................189
7.2. Connections............................................................190
7.3. RJ45 LAN connection ..........................................190
7.4. Switching on the device.....................................191
8. Operation........................................................ 191
8.1. Notebook/PC network connection ................192
8.2. Installing the app on an Android/Apple smart
phone/tablet PC....................................................193
8.3. Smart phone or tablet network connection .....
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9. File management via the Android/Apple app ....
195
9.1. Device selection ....................................................195
9.2. Menu icons..............................................................196
9.3. File management..................................................197
9.4. Settings menu........................................................198
10. Web interface of the WLAN hard drive......... 200
11. Settings........................................................... 201
11.1.User............................................................................202
11.2.Disk.............................................................................203
11.3.Network....................................................................203
11.4.Services.....................................................................206
11.5.System.......................................................................206
11.6.Wizard .......................................................................207
12. Information .................................................... 207
13. Explorer .......................................................... 208
14. WLAN HDD Tool ............................................. 210
15. Resetting the device ...................................... 211
16. Do you need more help?................................ 212
17. Cleaning.......................................................... 213
18. Disposal .......................................................... 214
19. Technical data................................................. 215
20. Glossary .......................................................... 216
21. Legal notice .................................................... 219

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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 guarantee 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 WLAN 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 WLAN
hard drive.
• Use only the mains adapter supplied
(KSAS0060500100VEU, 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

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from water in droplet or spray form. Avoid
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 guarantee 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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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
WLAN hard drive from an easily accessible
and earthed socket with an AC 100-240 V~
50 Hz power supply.
4. Notes on conformity
The product fulfils the requirements for
electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.
This device is supplied with the following wireless
features:
• Wireless LAN (optional)
Medion AG hereby declares that the product conforms
to the following European requirements:
• R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC

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• Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC
• RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
Full declarations of conformity are available at www.
medion.com/conformity.
5. Before use
5.1. 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:
• WLAN hard drive
• Mains adapter (KSAS0060500100VEU,
manufacturer: Ktec, China) with USB cable
• Operating instructions and guarantee documents
DANGER!
Keep the plastic packaging out of
the reach of children as it can cause
suffocation!

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5.2. System requirements
• WLAN standard 802.11b/g/n
• Windows 8/Microsoft Windows® 7/Windows
Vista® SP1,
Mac OS 10.6 or newer version,
Android 2.2 or newer, iOS 4.0 or newer

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6. Overview of the device
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1) Battery LED
2) Hard drive LED
3) WLAN 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 WLAN hard drive must be switched
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6.1. 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
WLAN
LED Blue
Permanently The WLAN access
point is ready.
Flashes The WLAN access
point is starting.
Off
The WLAN access
point is switched
off.
Internet
LED Green
Permanently Internet
connection
Off No Internet
connection

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7. Start of operation
7.1. Charging the battery
The WLAN 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 WLAN 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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7.2. 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.
7.3. RJ45 LAN connection
You can use the RJ45 LAN socket to connect the WLAN
hard drive directly to a router.
WLAN devices that log into the access point on the
WLAN 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 199).

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7.4. Switching on the device
To switch on the WLAN 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
WLAN hard drive is now ready for use.
Switching off the device
• To switch off the WLAN hard drive, press and hold
the ON/OFF switch for about three seconds.
All LEDs switch off.
8. Operation
The WLAN 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 WLAN connection.
NOTE!
When using the device as an access point
for the first time, place the client as near
as possible to the WLAN hard drive. After
successful installation, you can then set up
the hard drive at any position within range.

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8.1. Notebook/PC network
connection
Switch the WLAN hard drive on.
Search for the WLAN-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 WLAN hard drive.
The WLAN client will now connect to the WLAN
hard drive.
You can now use the file manager function via the
web interface, as described under“10. Web interface
of the WLAN hard drive”on page 200.

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8.2. 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 WLAN 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/wlanhddtool/”.
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 WLAN functionality on your smart
phone/tablet and connect the device to the
WLAN-HDD-XXXX network.
8.3. Smart phone or tablet network
connection
Switch the WLAN hard drive on.
Activate the WLAN functionality on your smart
phone/tablet and connect your device to the
WLAN-HDD-XXXX network.
When prompted, enter the network password
(Password) given on the type plate on the rear
of the WLAN hard drive.
The WLAN client will now connect to the WLAN
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“8.2. Installing the app on
an Android/Apple smart phone/tablet PC”
on page 193.

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9. 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.
9.1. Device selection
• The WLAN HDD icon is
active at the lower edge of
the display. All the folders
on the WLAN 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.