QNAP TS-401T Turbo Server User manual

Network Attached Storage
TS-401T Turbo Server
User Manual

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TS-401T Turbo Server
User Manual (Version: 1.0)
©Copyright 2005. QNAP Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
September 8, 2005

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LIMITED WARRANTY
In no event shall the liability of QNAP Systems, Inc. (QNAP) exceed the price paid
for the product from direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential software,
or its documentation. QNAP offers no refunds for its products. QNAP makes no
warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory, with respect to its
products or the contents or use of this documentation and all accompanying
software, and specifically disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or
fitness for any particular purpose. QNAP reserves the right to revise or update its
products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual
or entity.
CAUTION
1. Back up your system periodically to avoid any potential data loss. QNAP
disclaims any responsibility of all sorts of data loss or recovery.
2. Should you return any components of TS-401T Turbo Server package for
refund or maintenance, make sure they are carefully packed for shipping.
Any form of damages due to improper packaging will not be compensated.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview of TS-401T............................................................7
1.1 Introduction...................................................................................7
1.2 Package Contents ...........................................................................7
1.3 System Overview ...........................................................................8
Chapter 2 Install TS-401T ....................................................................9
2.1 Install Hard Disk.............................................................................9
2.2 Hard Disk Recommendation List...................................................... 13
2.3 Connect TS-401T to Office Network................................................. 14
Chapter 3 Use LCD Panel ....................................................................16
Chapter 4 Quick Install Wizard...........................................................20
Chapter 5 Use Services of TS-401T.....................................................28
5.1 File Server................................................................................... 28
5.2 FTP Server .................................................................................. 28
5.3 Backup Server ............................................................................. 29
5.4 Network Printer Service ................................................................. 29
Chapter 6 Administer TS-401T ...........................................................30
6.1 Access Administration Page ............................................................ 31
6.2 Server Administration.................................................................... 33
6.3 Quick Configuration ....................................................... 34
6.4 System Settings ............................................................ 40
6.4.1 Server Name...........................................................................40
6.4.2 Date & Time ...........................................................................41
6.4.3 Language Setting ....................................................................43
6.4.4 View System Settings...............................................................43
6.5 Network Settings .......................................................... 44
6.5.1 TCP/ IP Configuration...............................................................44
6.5.2 Microsoft Networking................................................................50
6.5.3 Apple Network.........................................................................52
6.5.4 Linux (NFS) Service .................................................................52
6.5.5 Web Service ...........................................................................53
6.5.6 FTP Service.............................................................................53

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6.5.7 Network Printer Service............................................................54
6.5.8 View Network Settings .............................................................57
6.6 Disk Configuration ......................................................... 59
6.6.1 Create Disk Volume .................................................................59
6.6.2 Delete Disk Volume..................................................................61
6.6.3 Examine Disk Volume...............................................................62
6.6.4 Format Disk Volume.................................................................63
6.6.5 View Disk & Volume Status .......................................................63
6.7 User Management ......................................................... 64
6.7.1 Users.....................................................................................64
6.7.2 User Groups............................................................................66
6.7.3 Quota ....................................................................................71
6.8 Network Share Management ........................................... 73
6.8.1 Create ...................................................................................74
6.8.2 Property.................................................................................75
6.8.3 Access Control ........................................................................75
6.8.4 Delete....................................................................................76
6.9 System Tools ................................................................ 77
6.9.1 SNMP Settings ........................................................................77
6.9.2 Alert Notification......................................................................78
6.9.3 Restart/ Shutdown...................................................................78
6.9.4 Hardware Settings...................................................................79
6.9.5 UPS.......................................................................................80
6.9.6 System Update........................................................................82
6.9.7 Change Logo...........................................................................84
6.9.8 Remote Replication..................................................................85
6.9.9 Anti-virus Configuration............................................................88
6.9.10 Backup/ Restore/ Reset Settings................................................94
6.9.11 USB CD/ DVD Backup/ Restore..................................................95
6.10 Statistics & Logs ........................................................... 99
6.10.1 Active Users............................................................................99
6.10.2 Event Logs .............................................................................99
6.10.3 DHCP Logs..............................................................................99

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Chapter 7 Access TS-401T................................................................100
7.1 By Microsoft Windows ................................................................. 100
7.2 By Apple MAC OS ....................................................................... 102
7.3 By Linux OS............................................................................... 108
7.4 By Web Browser ......................................................................... 108
7.5 By File Transfer Protocol (FTP) ...................................................... 109
Chapter 8 NetBak Replicator .....................................................112
Chapter 9 TS-401T Maintenance.......................................................126
9.1 Restart/ Shut down Server........................................................... 126
9.2 Reset Administrator Password and Network Settings........................ 127
5.1 Disk Failure or Malfunction ........................................................... 128
5.2 Power Outage or Abnormal Shutdown............................................ 128
Appendix A Web File Manager.............................................................129
Appendix B Configuring AD Authentication.........................................134
Appendix C Messages of Hard Disk and Disk Configuration Status......144

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Chapter 1 Overview of TS-401T
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing TS-401T Turbo Server. This product has the following key
features:
•Simple installation, 5-min configuration and user-friendly management
interface for SMB users.
•High speed SATA HDD, supports hotswap, maximum capacity up to 1.6TB.
•Dual Gigabit ports for load balance, fail over and standalone settings.
•Double USB 2.0 ports for network printer sharing & UPS.
•LCD panel for instant display of IP address and important system info; IP
settings can be configured directly without access to PC.
•Built-in anti-virus mechanism. Simply enter activation code to enable anti-
virus function without extra installation. Supports instant online virus scan to
protect data (optional).
•Supports hot redundant power supply to increase system reliability (optional).
•Provides various practical backup mechanisms.
9Professional remote replication to remote NAS
9USB 2.0 interface for CD/DVD data burning
9Provides backup software for Windows users, instant/scheduled backup
can be performed without IT professional
1.2 Package Contents
Your TS-401T package contains:
9TS-401T Turbo Server
9Power cord
9CD-ROM (user manual, Quick Install Wizard and software inclusive)
9Quick Installation Guide
9Ethernet cable x 2
9Flat head screws x 16
Important Notice: Please back up your disk data periodically to avoid data
loss due to improper operation or disk failure of TS-401T. QNAP is not
responsible for any data loss or recovery.

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1.3 System Overview
Front View
LED indicators: Power,
Error, Network and Disk
LCD
p
anel
Enter button
Down button
HDD 1
HDD 2
HDD 3
HDD 4
Rear View
Reset button
Power button
Gigabit LAN 1
USB ports
Power connector
ATX power supply
Gigabit LAN 2

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Chapter 2 Install TS-401T
2.1 Install Hard Disk
Components:
nTS-401T
oHDD tray x 4
(included in TS-401T)
p3.5” SATA hard disk (optional)
qFlat head screw
(included in TS-401T)
rScrew driver (not included)

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Hard Disk Installation Procedure
1. Unfasten the round head screws and take out the disk trays from TS-401T.
2. Place a hard disk in a hard disk tray.
It is highly recommended that you install disks of the same brand and
same size on TS-401T. The server may function improperly if disks of
different brands and size are installed. Please refer to Chapter 2.2 for hard
disk recommendation list.
Tray front

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3. Turn around the disk tray. Make sure the hard disk screw holes match the
holes of the disk tray. Fasten the flat head screws to lock the disk as
indicated below.
4. When finished, open the tray cover of TS-401T and insert the disk to the
server. Push the disk towards the end until it is locked. Note that all disks
should be inserted in order from top to bottom (HDD1~HDD4).
HDD 1
HDD 2
HDD 3
HDD 4

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5. Fasten the tray with round head screws.
Note: You can install 1~4 hard disks depending on the type of disk
configuration you select for TS-401T. If less than 4 disks are installed and
the server is turned on, the system will beep continuously. In such case,
please go to Hardware Settings in System Tools (refer to Chapter 6.9.4)
and disable the buzzer. You can then continue to use TS-401T.

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2.2 Hard Disk Recommendation List
The following HDD models are verified by QNAP that are compatible with TS-401T.
It is recommended to use the same brand and same size listed here for TS-401T
if more than one hard disk is installed. Other HDD brands that are not tested by
QNAP may or may not work properly with TS-401T. For more updated compatible
hard disk information, please visit QNAP website at www.qnap.com.tw.
QNAP disclaims any responsibility for product damage/
malfunction or data loss/ recovery due to misuse or improper
installation of hard disks in any occasions for any reasons.
Brand Model Name Interface
Capacity
(GB)
Rotational
Speed
(RPM)
Buffer
Size
(MB)
Barracuda 7200.8
SATA NCQ SATA 1.5Gb/s 400 7200 8
Barracuda 7200.8
SATA NCQ SATA 1.5Gb/s 300 7200 8
Barracuda 7200.8
SATA NCQ SATA 1.5Gb/s 250 7200 8
Barracuda 7200.7
SATA NCQ SATA 1.5Gb/s 160 7200 8
Seagate
Barracuda 7200.7
SATA NCQ SATA 1.5Gb/s 120 7200 8
DiamondMax 10 SATAII 150Mb/s 300 7200 16
MaXLine Plus II SATA 150Mb/s 250 7200 8
DiamondMax 10 SATAII 150Mb/s 200 7200 8
Maxtor
DiamondMax 10 SATA 150Mb/s 120 7200 8
Hitachi Deskstar 7K250 SATA 1.5Gb/s
250 7200 8
Western
Digital
WD Caviar®SE
Serial ATA
SATA 1.5Gb/s
160 7200 8

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2.3 Connect TS-401T to Office Network
When connecting TS-401T to office network, it is recommended to install TS-401T
in LAN with DHCP server. You can use any PC in the same subnet to connect the
server by IE browser. TS-401T supports printer sharing which allows users in the
local network to use printing service. You may also connect TS-401T to a
CD/DVD burner for data backup and restore.
To access the server,
connect PC to the same
subnet of TS-401T
1
2
3
Connect USB devices to
TS-401T. TS-401T
supports USB printer and
CD/ DVD burner.
Connect TS-
401T to a
switch/ hub/
router.

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To install TS-401T in office network, please follow the steps below.
#To use fail over or load balance function, please connect both LAN 1 and LAN
2 to switch/ hub/ router. For further details, please refer to Chapter 6.5.1.
+Network printer service is supported in Windows OS only.
*Optional step. You can skip this step if you are not using printer and CD/DVD
backup/restore service.
Note: To connect TS-401T to a PC, please use a network cable to
connect the PC to LAN 1 or LAN 2 of TS-401T. Connect the power supply
and turn on the server. For further details about accessing TS-401T,
please refer to Chapter 6.
c. Connect the
power cord to
power supply.
d. Turn on the
server.
a. Connect Gigabit port
LAN 1 or LAN 2#to a
switch/ hub/ router by
a network cable.
b. Connect USB printer or
USB CD/ DVD burner to
TS-401T for network
printer service+or
CD/DVD backup/
restore service*.

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DISK NUMBER: 4
SIZE: 233632.50 MB
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SYS TEMP: 40o C
SYS FAN: 3515 RPM
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CPU TEMP: 56o C
CPU FAN: 7258 RPM
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Chapter 3 Use LCD Panel
When TS-401T is turned on, the server name, IP address, date, and time will be
shown.
Check System Information
1. Press Down button to view disk information, i.e. number of disks and disk
size. Note that the disk size displayed is the total size of all installed disks
but may not be the actual disk size you can use. If you configure the disks
as RAID 1 disk volume, your actual disk size you can use is smaller than the
displayed disk size on the panel.
2. Press Down button again to view system temperature and system fan speed.
3. Press Down button again to view CPU temperature and CPU fan speed.
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Server name
IP address
Date
Time
Enter button
Down button
Power
Error
Network
Hard disk

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TS-401T
1.0.0 (0812)
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TS-401T
1.0.0 (0812)
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PRESS 2 SECONDS
FOR CONFIG. PAGE
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4. Press Down button again to view model number and version information.
System Setting Function
1. Press Enter button for two seconds to enter configuration page.
2. Press Down button to select an item: NETWORK SETTINGS, POWER DOWN,
REBOOT SYSTEM, and EXIT.

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Network Settings
Enter NETWORK SETTINGS configuration page and press Down button to select
one of the following options. The one marked with * means it is being used for
connection.
•DHCP
DHCP will obtain IP address automatically.
•STATIC IP
Press Enter button to select STATIC IP. Then configure the IP address.
i. SET STATIC IP
Press Down button to enter 0~255 and press Enter button to set the next
number for the IP address.
ii. SET NETMASK
Follow the above procedure to set the netmask address.
iii. SET GATEWAY
Follow the above procedure to set the gateway address.
iv. SELECT STATIC IP
Press Down button to select YES or NO. When YES is selected, you will
be asked to restart the system.
•EXIT
To return to the previous menu.

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SELECT:
2. POWER DOWN
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SELECT:
3. REBOOT SYSTEM
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POWER DOWN
Press Down button to select POWER DOWN and press Enter button to confirm
shutting down TS-401T.
REBOOT SYSTEM
Press Down button to select REBOOT SYSTEM and press Enter button to confirm
restarting the system.
Exit Configuration Page (EXIT)
Press Enter button and select EXIT, then press the button again to confirm exiting
the configuration page.
SELECT:
4. EXIT
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EXIT CONFIG PAGE
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Chapter 4 Quick Install Wizard
Quick Install Wizard enables you to search for all available TS-401T within the
local network, and view the server name, IP address, and workgroup etc. You
can also configure the disk name, date and time, etc. via Quick Install Wizard.
To use Quick Install Wizard, run TS-401T CD-ROM in your PC and install the
program.