Thecus N0204 User manual

Thecus
N0204
N2200
N2200PLUS
User’s Manual

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Copyright and Trademark Notice
Thecus and other names of Thecus product s are registered trademarks of Thecus
Technology Corp. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, iTunes and Apple S X are registered
trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. All other trademarks and brand names are the
property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Copyright © 2010 Thecus Technology Corporation. All rights reserved.
About This Manual
All information in this manual has been carefully verified to ensure its correctness.
In case of an error, please provide us with your feedback. Thecus Technology
Corporation reserves the right to modify the contents of this manual without notice.
Product name: Thecus N0204/N2200/N2200PLUS
Manual Version: 1.1
Release Date: November 2010
Limited Warranty
Thecus Technology Corporation guarantees all components of Thecus NAS products
are thoroughly tested before they leave the factory and should function normally
under general usage. In case of any system malfunctions, Thecus Technology
Corporation and its local representatives and dealers are responsible for repair
without cost to the customer if the product fails within the warranty period and
under normal usage. Thecus Technology Corporation is not responsible for any
damage or loss of data deemed to be caused by its products. It is highly
recommended that users conduct necessary back-up practices.

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Safety Warnings
For your safety, please read and follow the following safety warnings:
Read this manual thoroughly before attempting to set up your Thecus IP
storage.
Your Thecus IP storage is a complicated electronic device. D N T attempt
to repair it under any circumstances. In the case of malfunction, turn off the
power immediately and have it repaired at a qualified service center. Contact
your vendor for details.
D N T allow anything to rest on the power cord and D N T place the
power cord in an area where it can be stepped on. Carefully place connecting
cables to avoid stepping or tripping on them.
Your Thecus IP storage can operate normally under temperatures between
5°C and 40°C, with relative humidity of 20% – 85%. Using Thecus IP storage
under extreme environmental conditions could damage the unit.
Ensure that the Thecus IP storage is provided with the correct supply voltage
(AC 100V ~ 240V). Plugging the Thecus IP storage to an incorrect power
source could damage the unit.
Do N T expose Thecus IP storage to dampness, dust, or corrosive liquids.
Do N T place Thecus IP storage on any uneven surfaces.
D N T place Thecus IP storage in direct sunlight or expose it to other heat
sources.
D N T use chemicals or aerosols to clean Thecus IP storage. Unplug the
power cord and all connected cables before cleaning.
D N T place any objects on the Thecus IP storage or obstruct its ventilation
slots to avoid overheating the unit.
Keep packaging out of the reach of children.
If disposing of the device, please follow your local regulations for the safe
disposal of electronic products to protect the environment.

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Table of Contents
Copyright and Trademark Notice ................................................... 2
About This anual ......................................................................... 2
Limited Warranty........................................................................... 2
Safety Warnings ............................................................................ 3
Table of Contents .......................................................................... 4
Chapter 1: Introduction................................................................. 7
Overview ...............................................................................................7
Product Highlights.................................................................................7
Front Panel ............................................................................................9
Rear Panel ........................................................................................... 12
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation ................................................ 15
Overview ............................................................................................. 15
Before You Begin .................................................................................15
Hard Disk Installation..........................................................................15
Cable Connections ............................................................................... 17
Chapter 3: First Time Setup ......................................................... 20
Thecus Smart Utility (N0204/N2200)..................................................20
Thecus Setup Wizard (N2200PLUS).....................................................24
USB Copy ............................................................................................. 26
Typical Setup Procedure ......................................................................28
Chapter 4: System Administration ............................................... 30
Overview ............................................................................................. 30
Web Administration Interface .............................................................30
My Favorite .................................................................................. 31
Logout......................................................................................... 33
Language Selection ....................................................................... 33
System Information.............................................................................34
Product Information ...................................................................... 34
System/Service Status .................................................................. 34
Logs............................................................................................ 35
System anagement ...........................................................................36
Time: Setting system time............................................................. 36
Notification configuration ............................................................... 37
Firmware Upgrade ........................................................................ 37
Schedule Power n/ ff (N0204/N2200)........................................... 38
UPS Setting ( nly for N2200)......................................................... 39
Utility .......................................................................................... 40
System Network ..................................................................................43
WAN/LAN1................................................................................... 43
LAN2 ( nly for N2200PLUS) ........................................................... 45
DHCP Server Configuration ............................................................ 45
Samba / CIFS............................................................................... 46
AFP (Apple Network Setup) ............................................................ 46
NFS Setup ................................................................................... 47
FTP ............................................................................................. 47
HTTP/ Web Disk............................................................................ 48
UPnP ........................................................................................... 49
Nsync Target................................................................................ 49
Bonjour Setting ............................................................................ 50
TFTP (N0204/N2200) .................................................................... 50

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Storage anagement........................................................................... 51
Disks Information ......................................................................... 51
S.M.A.R.T. Information .................................................................. 52
Bad Block Scan............................................................................. 53
RAID Information ......................................................................... 53
Create a RAID ..........................................................................................54
RAID Level...............................................................................................55
Edit RAID ................................................................................................56
Remove RAID ..........................................................................................56
Space Allocation (N2200Plus nly).................................................. 57
Share Folder ................................................................................ 57
Adding Folders .........................................................................................57
Modify Folders..........................................................................................58
Remove Folders........................................................................................59
NFS Share ...............................................................................................59
Folder and Sub-Folder Access Control List (ACL)...........................................60
IS Mount ................................................................................... 62
User and Group Authentication............................................................ 65
Local User Configuration ................................................................ 66
Remove Users ..........................................................................................68
Local Group Configuration.............................................................. 68
Add Groups..............................................................................................69
Edit Groups..............................................................................................69
Remove Groups........................................................................................70
Batch Create Users and Groups ...................................................... 70
Application Server ............................................................................... 71
Printer Information ....................................................................... 71
Windows XP SP2 ........................................................................... 71
Windows Vista.............................................................................. 72
iTunes® Server ............................................................................ 75
odule anagement ...........................................................................76
Module Installation........................................................................ 76
Auto Module Installation (N2200/N0204) ......................................... 76
System odule ....................................................................................78
Backup ................................................................................................ 78
Nsync.......................................................................................... 78
Chapter 5: Using Thecus IP Storage ............................................ 81
Overview ............................................................................................. 81
Login Page........................................................................................... 81
Using WebDisk ....................................................................................82
Photo Server........................................................................................ 84
Windows XP Publishing Wizard ....................................................... 85
Managing Albums and Photos ......................................................... 90
Creating Albums ........................................................................... 91
Password Protecting Albums........................................................... 91
Uploading Pictures to Albums ......................................................... 91
EXIF Information .......................................................................... 91
Slide Shows ................................................................................. 92
apping a Client PC to the Thecus IP Storage ..................................... 92
Windows...................................................................................... 92
Apple S X .................................................................................. 93
Chapter 6: Tips and Tricks ........................................................... 94
USB Storage Expansion .......................................................................94
Replacing Damaged Hard Drives.......................................................... 94
Hard Drive Damage ...................................................................... 94
Replacing a Hard Drive .................................................................. 94
RAID Auto-Rebuild ........................................................................ 95

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Chapter 7: Troubleshooting ......................................................... 96
Forgot y Network IP Address ............................................................ 96
Resetting NAS IP Address and Admin Password (N2200/N2200PLUS)96
Can't ap a Network Drive in Windows XP .......................................... 96
Restoring Factory Defaults ..................................................................97
Problems with Time and Date Settings ................................................ 97
Appendix A: Customer Support.................................................... 98
Appendix B: RAID Basics ............................................................. 99
Overview ............................................................................................. 99
Benefits ............................................................................................... 99
Improved Performance .................................................................. 99
Data Security ............................................................................... 99
RAID Levels ......................................................................................... 99
Disk Usage......................................................................................... 100
Appendix C: Licensing Information............................................ 101
Overview ........................................................................................... 101
Source Code Availability .................................................................... 101
CGIC License Terms........................................................................... 102
GNU General Public License............................................................... 102

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
Thank you for choosing the Thecus IP Storage NAS Server. The Thecus IP storage is
an easy-to-use storage server that allows a dedicated approach to storing and
distributing data on a network. Data reliability is ensured with RAID features that
provide data security and recovery. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network
efficiency, allowing Thecus IP storage to take over file management functions,
increase application and data sharing and provide faster data response. The Thecus
IP storage offers data mobility with a disk roaming feature that lets you swap
working hard drives for use in other Thecus IP storage, securing the continuity of
data in the event of hardware failure. The Thecus IP storage allows data
consolidation and sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple
S X environments. The Thecus IP storage’s user-friendly GUI supports multiple
Languages.
Product Highlights
File Server
First and foremost, the Thecus IP storage allows you to store and share files over an
IP network. With a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, you can centralize your
files and share them easily over your network. With the easy-to-use web-based
interface, users on your network can access these files in a snap.
To learn about the Web User Interface, go to
Chapter 5: Using the Thecus IP Storage > Using WebDisk.
FTP Server
With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and
download files to your Thecus IP storage over the Internet with their favorite FTP
programs. You can create user accounts so that only authorized users have access.
To set up the FTP Server, refer to
Chapter 4: System Network> FTP .
iTunes Server
With the built-in iTunes server capability, the Thecus IP storage enables digital
music to be shared and played anywhere on the network!
To set up the iTunes Server, refer to
Chapter 4: Application Server>iTunes Configuration.
Backup Server
Don’t leave precious data to chance. With advanced backup capabilities, you can
easily upload mission critical files to the Thecus IP storage, and even automate your
backup tasks for true peace-of-mind.
To find out how to backup your files with the Thecus IP storage, refer to
Chapter 4: Backup >Nsync.
Printer Server

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With the Thecus IP storage’s Printer Server, you can easily share an IPP printer with
other PCs connected to your network.
To set up the Printer Server, refer to
Chapter 4: Application Server>Printer Information.
Superior Power anagement
Thecus IP storage supports schedule power on/off. With this feature, administrator
can set at what time to turn on or off the system. This feature is a big plus for people
who want to conserve energy. Wake- n-LAN (N2200/N0204 only) enables
administrator to remotely turn on the system without even leaving their own seat.
To schedule system on and off, refer to
Chapter 4: System anagement> Scheduled Power On/Off

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Front Panel
N0204:
The Thecus N0204 miniNAS’s front panel has the USB copy button, indicators, and
USB port:
Front Panel
Item Description
USB copy
Button/LED
•Copy USB storage contents to N0204 miniNAS
•Blinking Green: Copy activity
•Solid Green: Copy Success
•Solid Red: Copy Fail
HDD 1 LED •Solid Red: HDD failed
•Blinking Green: HDD activity
HDD 2 LED •Solid Red: HDD failed
•Blinking Green: HDD activity
LAN LED •Solid Green: network link
•Blinking Orange: network activity
Power LED •Solid Blue: system is powered on
USB 2.0 Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras,
USB disks.
HDD2 LED
USB copy Button
/LED
HDD1 LED
LAN LED
Power LED
USB 2.0 Port

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N2200:
The Thecus N2200’s front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk
trays:
Front Panel
Item Description
Power LED •Solid blue: system is ready
•Blinking Blue: system is re-build
Power Button •Power on/off N2200
•Displays current system status and messages
HDD 1 LED
•Blinking Yellow: HDD activity
•Blinking Red: HDD failure
HDD 2 LED
•Blinking Yellow: HDD activity
•Blinking Red: HDD failure
WAN LED •Blinking green: network activity
LCD
USB Copy ●
●●
● Blinking Blue: USB Copy activity
●
●●
● Blinking Red: USB Copy failure
HDD Tray •Two HDD trays support 2x 3.5" or 2 x 2.5” HDDs
USB Copy Button •Copy USB storage contents to N2200
USB Port
(Device Mode)
•USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras,
USB disks, USB printers.
Power LED
Power Button
LCD
USB Copy Button
USB Port (Device Mode)
Front Door
HDD 1
HDD 2
HDD Tray

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N2200PLUS:
The Thecus N2200PLUS’s front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard
disk trays:
Front Panel
Item Description
Power LED •Solid blue: system is ready
•Blinking Blue: system is re-build
Power Button •Power on/off N2200PLUS
•Displays current system status and messages
HDD 1 LED
•Blinking Yellow: HDD activity
•Blinking Red: HDD failure
HDD 2 LED
•Blinking Yellow: HDD activity
•Blinking Red: HDD failure
WAN LED
LAN LED
•Blinking green: network activity
•Blinking green: network activity
LCD
USB Copy ●
●●
● Blinking Blue: USB Copy activity
●
●●
● Blinking Red: USB Copy failure
HDD Tray •Two HDD trays support 2x 3.5" or 2 x 2.5” HDDs
USB Copy Button •Copy USB storage contents to N2200PLUS. (use rear USB port)
USB Port
(Target Mode)
•USB 2.0 port to connect to PC (Type A of target mode)
Power LED
Power Button
LCD
USB Copy Button
USB Port ( Tar et Mode)
Front Door
HDD 1
HDD 2

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Rear Panel
N0204:
The Thecus N0204 miniNAS’s rear panel features ports and connectors.
HDD1
HDD2
LAN Port
HDD Tray
hook hitch
Power socket
Power Button
USB 1.1 Port

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N2200:
The N2200 rear panel features ports and connectors.
Back Panel
Item Description
System Fan •System fan that exhausts heat from the unit
LAN Port •LAN port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
Reset Button •Resets the N2200
•Immediately press the Reset button on the back. This will reset
your network setting, password.
USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras,
USB disks, and USB printers
DC IN •For connect the power adaptor
System Fan
LAN Port
USB Port
Reset Button
DC IN

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N2200PLUS:
The N2200PLUS rear panel features ports and connectors.
Back Panel
Item Description
System Fan •System fan that exhausts heat from the unit
WAN Port •WAN port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
LAN Port •LAN port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
Reset Button •Resets the N2200PLUS
•Immediately press the Reset button on the back. This will reset
your network setting, password.
USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras,
USB disks, and USB printers.
DC IN •For connect the power adaptor
System Fan
WAN Port
USB Port
Reset Button
DC IN
LAN Port

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Chapter 2: Hardware Installation
Overview
Your Thecus IP storage is designed for easy installation. To help you get started, the
following chapter will help you quickly get your Thecus IP storage up and running.
Please read it carefully to prevent damaging your unit during installation.
Before You Begin
Before you begin, be sure to take the following precautions:
1. Read and understand the Safety Warnings outlined in the beginning of the
manual.
2. If possible, wear an anti-static wrist strap during installation to prevent static
discharge from damaging the sensitive electronic components on the IP
ST RAGE.
3. Be careful not to use magnetized screwdrivers around the Thecus IP
storage’s electronic components.
Hard Disk Installation
N0204:
The N0204 miniNAS supports two standard 2.5” Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks. To
install a hard disk into the N0204 miniNAS, follow the steps below:
1. pen 2.5” HDD tray from N0204 miniNAS, as the following chart.
Push down
Push up

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2. Install HDD on the tray, as the following chart:
3. Install the tray with HDD into N0204 miniNAS,
please note that the HDD-1 is in left side and
HDD-2 is in right side. The triangular symbol of
tray must be corresponding with the triangular
symbol of back panel. Push the tray back.
N2200/N2200PLUS:
The N2200/N2200PLUS supports both 2.5” and 3.5” Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks.
To install a hard disk into the N2200/N2200PLUS, follow the steps below:
1. pen front cover of the N2200/N2200PLUS.
2. For 3.5” HDDs
a. Remove an HDD tray and install a 3.5” SATA hard disk onto it.
4 screw
s
here

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b. Slide the HDD tray back into the N2200/N2200PLUS until it snaps into
place.
3. For 2.5” HDDs
c. Remove an HDD tray and install a 2.5” SATA hard disk onto it.
d. Slide the HDD tray back into the N2200 until it snaps into place.
Cable Connections
N0204:
To connect the N0204 miniNAS to your network, follow the steps below:
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network to the LAN port on the back
panel of the N0204 miniNAS.
2. Connect the provided power adaptor into
the power socket on the back panel. Plug
the other end of the cord into a surge
protector socket.
3. Press the Power button on the Rear end
to boot up or shut down the N0204 miniNAS.
NOTE
1. USB copy LED will be flashed Blue
light during the system are
booting and will be dull after the
booting complete.
2. To shut down the system, press
the power button over 4 seconds,
then USB copy LED will be flashed
Red light, release power button.

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N2200:
To connect the N2200 to your network, follow the steps below:
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network to the LAN port on the back
panel of the N2200.
2. Connect the provided power cord into the power socket on the back panel.
3. Press the power button boot up the N2200.

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N2200PLUS:
To connect the N2200PLUS to your network, follow the steps below:
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network to the WAN port on the back
panel of the N2200PLUS.
2. Connect the provided power cord into the power socket on the back panel.
3. Press the power button boot up the N2200PLUS.

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Chapter 3: First Time Setup
nce the hardware is installed, physically connected to your network, and powered
on, you can configure the Thecus IP storage so that it is accessible to your network
users. There is one way to set up your Thecus IP storage: using the Thecus Smart
Utility(N2200/N0204) /Thecus Setup Wizard(N2200Plus). Follow the steps
below for initial software setup.
Thecus Smart Utility (N0204/N2200)
The handy Thecus Smart Utility makes configuring N0204/N2200 a snap. To
configure the Thecus IP storage using the Smart Utility, perform the following steps:
1. Insert the installation CD into your CD-R M drive (the host PC must be
connected to the network).
2. The Smart Utility should launch automatically. If not, please browse your
CD-R M drive and double click on autorun.exe. Click “N0204/N2200 ”.
3. Select the N0204/N2200 that you like to configure. Press Next to continue.
4. First, please select System Installation Wizard.
NOTE
For MAC S X users, double click on Thecus Smart Utility Wizard .pkg file.