Thecus VisoGuard V2510 User manual

Thecus VisoGuard
V2510/V4510/V4510U/V5510
V6810/V8810U/V16810U
User’s Manual

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Copyright and Trademark Notice
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About This Manual
ll 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 VisoGuard V2510/V4510/V6810/V4510U/V5510/V8810U/V16810U
Manual Version: 1.1
Release Date: March. 2013
Limited Warranty
Thecus Technology Corporation guarantees all components of Thecus NVR
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.
Check the functions that are available on your particular Thecus NVR model at:
http://www.Thecus.com

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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
VisoGuard.
Your Thecus VisoGuard is a complicated electronic device. DO NOT 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.
DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord and DO NOT 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 VisoGuard can operate normally under temperatures between
5°C and 40°C, with relative humidity of 20% – 85%. Using Thecus
VisoGuard under extreme environmental conditions could damage the unit.
Ensure that the Thecus VisoGuard is provided with the correct supply
voltage ( C 100V ~ 240V, 50/60 Hz). Plugging the Thecus VisoGuard to an
incorrect power source could damage the unit.
Do NOT expose Thecus VisoGuard to dampness, dust, or corrosive liquids.
Do NOT place Thecus VisoGuard on any uneven surfaces.
DO NOT place Thecus VisoGuard in direct sunlight or expose it to other heat
sources.
DO NOT use chemicals or aerosols to clean Thecus VisoGuard. Unplug the
power cord and all connected cables before cleaning.
DO NOT place any objects on the Thecus VisoGuard 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
About This Manual ......................................................................... 2
Li ited Warranty........................................................................... 2
Safety Warnings ............................................................................ 3
Table of Contents .......................................................................... 4
Chapter 1: Introduction................................................................. 6
Overview ............................................................................................... 6
Product Highlights................................................................................. 6
Package Contents .................................................................................. 7
Front Panel............................................................................................ 8
Rear Panel ........................................................................................... 15
Overview ............................................................................................. 21
Before You Begin................................................................................. 21
Cable Connections ............................................................................... 21
Chapter 3: First Ti e Setup ......................................................... 24
Overview ............................................................................................. 24
Thecus Setup Wizard ........................................................................... 24
LCD Operation (V4510U/V5510) ......................................................... 26
OLED Operation(V4510/V6810/V8810U/V16810U)............................ 28
USB Copy............................................................................................. 28
Typical Setup Procedure ...................................................................... 29
Chapter 4: Syste Ad inistration ............................................... 31
Overview ............................................................................................. 31
Web Ad inistration Interface ............................................................. 31
My Favorite.................................................................................. 32
Logout ........................................................................................ 34
Language Selection....................................................................... 34
Syste Infor ation ............................................................................ 35
System Information ...................................................................... 35
System/Service Status .................................................................. 35
Logs............................................................................................ 35
Syste Manage ent ........................................................................... 36
Time: Setting system time............................................................. 37
Notification configuration ............................................................... 37
Firmware Upgrade ........................................................................ 38
dministrator Password ................................................................. 38
Config Mgmt ................................................................................ 39
Factory Default............................................................................. 39
Reboot & Shutdown ...................................................................... 40
File System Check ........................................................................ 40
Syste Network .................................................................................. 43
Networking .................................................................................. 43
DHCP/R DVD ............................................................................... 44
Linking ggregation ...................................................................... 45
Storage Manage ent .......................................................................... 47
Disks Information ......................................................................... 47
R ID Information ......................................................................... 50
Share Folder ................................................................................ 56
Folder and sub-folders ccess Control List ( CL) ............................. 58
User and Group Authentication ........................................................... 60
Local User Configuration................................................................ 61

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Local Group Configuration.............................................................. 63
User and Group Backup ................................................................. 65
Network Service .................................................................................. 65
Samba / CIFS .............................................................................. 65
FTP ............................................................................................. 66
SSH ............................................................................................ 67
DDNS.......................................................................................... 68
UPnP Port Management ................................................................. 68
Application Server ............................................................................... 70
Module Installation ....................................................................... 70
External Devices.................................................................................. 70
Uninterrupted Power Source........................................................... 70
Chapter 5: Tips and Tricks ........................................................... 71
USB and eSATA Storage Expansion...................................................... 71
Re ote Ad inistration........................................................................ 72
Part I - Setup a DynDNS ccount ................................................... 72
Part II - Enable DDNS on the Router ............................................... 72
Part III - Setting up Virtual Servers (HTTPS) .................................... 72
Firewall Software Configuration .......................................................... 73
Replacing Da aged Hard Drives ......................................................... 73
Hard Drive Damage ...................................................................... 73
Replacing a Hard Drive .................................................................. 73
R ID uto-Rebuild........................................................................ 73
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ......................................................... 74
Forgot My Network IP Address............................................................ 74
Can't Map a Network Drive in Windows XP.......................................... 74
Restoring Factory Defaults .................................................................. 74
Proble s with Ti e and Date Settings ................................................ 75
Appendix A: Custo er Support.................................................... 75
Appendix B: RAID Basics ............................................................. 76
Overview ............................................................................................. 76
Benefits ............................................................................................... 76
Improved Performance .................................................................. 76
Data Security ............................................................................... 76
RAID Levels......................................................................................... 76
Appendix C: Licensing Infor ation.............................................. 79
Overview ............................................................................................. 79
Source Code Availability ...................................................................... 79
CGIC License Ter s............................................................................. 80
GNU General Public License................................................................. 80

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
Thank you for choosing the Thecus VisoGuard Server. The Thecus VisoGuard is an
easy-to-use NVR server that allows a dedicated approach to storing and
distributing data on a network. Data reliability is ensured with R ID features that
provide data security and recovery—over multiple Terabyte of storage are available
using R ID 5 and R ID 6. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency,
allowing Thecus VisoGuard to take over file management functions, increase
application and data sharing and provide faster data response. The Thecus
VisoGuard allows data consolidation and sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS),
and UNIX/Linux. The Thecus VisoGuard’s user-friendly GUI supports multiple
Languages.
Product Highlights
File Server
First and foremost, the Thecus VisoGuard allows you to store and share files over
an IP network. With a Network ttached Storage (NVR) 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 4: Using the Thecus VisoGuard > Web Ad inistration Interface
FTP Server
With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and
download files to your Thecus VisoGuard 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: Network Service> FTP .
Superior Power Manage ent
Thecus VisoGuard 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-On-L N enables administrator to
remotely turn on the system without even leaving their own seat.
To schedule system on and off, refer to
Chapter 4: Syste Manage ent> Scheduled Power On/Off

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Package Contents
V8810U/V16810U
The Thecus VisoGuard should contain the following common items:
System Unit x1
QIG (Quick Installation Guide) x1
CD-Title
Ethernet Cable x1
ccessory bag x1
HDD Compatibility list Card x1
Multiple Languages Warranty Card x1
Power cord x2
V2510/V4510/V4510U/V5510/V6810
The Thecus VisoGuard should contain the following common items:
System Unit x1
QIG (Quick Installation Guide) x1
CD-Title
Ethernet Cable x1
ccessory bag x1
HDD Compatibility list Card x1
Multiple Languages Warranty Card x1
Power cord x1
Please check to see if your package is complete. If you find that some items are
missing, contact your dealer.

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Front Panel
V8810U:
Front Panel
Ite Description
1.Power Button •Power on/off V8810U
2.Power LED •Solid green: System is power on.
3.System error LED
•Solid RED: System error.
4.Mute button •Mute the system fan alarm.
5.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks and
USB printers
6. Locator button /
LED
•Press the button, the back led will light up to identify the system
position of the rack
7. RST •Reboot system .
8. L N •Blinking green: network activity
•Solid green: network link
9. BUSY •Blinking orange: system startup or system maintenance; data
currently inaccessible
10.OLED •Displays current system status and messages
•OLED screen saver will be enabled after screen is idle for more
than 3 minutes
•OLED screen will be turn off after idle for more than 6 minutes
11.Up Button ▲ •Push to scroll up when using the OLED display
12.Down Button ▼
•Push to enter USB copy operation screen
13.Enter Button ↵
↵↵
↵ •Push to enter OLED operate password for basic system setting
14.Escape Button
ESC
•Push to leave the current OLED menu

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V16810U:
The Thecus V16810U front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard
disk trays:
Front Panel
Ite Description
1.Power Button •Power on/off V16810U
2.Power LED •Solid green: System is power on.
3.System error LED
•Solid RED: System error.
4.Mute button •Mute the system fan alarm.
5.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks and
USB printers
6. Locator button /
LED
•Press the button, the back led will light up to identify the rack
position of the system
7. RST •Reboot system.
8. L N •Blinking green: network activity
•Solid green: network link
9. BUSY •Blinking orange: system startup or system maintenance; data
currently inaccessible
10.OLED •Displays current system status and messages
•OLED screen saver will be enabled after screen is idle for more
than 3 minutes
•OLED screen will be turn off after idle for more than 6 minutes
11.Up Button ▲ •Push to scroll up when using the OLED display
12.Down Button ▼
•Push to enter USB copy operation screen
13.Enter Button ↵
↵↵
↵ •Push to enter OLED operate password for basic system setting
14.Escape Button
ESC
•Push to leave the current OLED menu

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V2510:
The Thecus V2510’s front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk
trays:
Front Panel
Ite Description
1. Power Button •Powers the V2510 on/off.
2. USB Port •USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras,
USB disks, and USB printers.
3. USB Copy
Button
•Copies USB storage contents to V2510.
4. Card reader •Supports SD/SDHC/MMC cards via USB interface.
5. HDD1 led •Blinking white: HDD activity
6. HDD2 led •Blinking white: HDD activity
7. W N led •Solid white: W N Cable link
•Blinking white: Network activity
8. L N led •Solid white: L N Cable link
•Blinking : Network activity
9. USB Copy led •Blinking white: USB copy activity
10. Card reader
led
•Blinking white: Card reader copy activity

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V4510:
The Thecus V4510 front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk
trays:
Front Panel
Ite Description
1.Power Button •Power on/off V4510
2.OLED •Displays current system status and messages
•OLED screen saver will be enabled after screen is left idle for more
than 3 mins
•OLED screen will be diabled after it is left idle for more than 6 mins
3.HDD 1 LED
•Yellow: HDD activity
•Red: HDD failure
4.HDD 2 LED
•Yellow: HDD activity
•Red: HDD failure
5.HDD 3 LED
•Yellow: HDD activity
•Red: HDD failure
6.HDD 4 LED
•Yellow: HDD activity
•Red: HDD failure
7.W N/L N1
LED
•Blinking green: network activity
8.L N2 LED •Blinking green: network activity
OLED
9.USB Copy ●
●●
● Blue: USB Copy activity
●
●●
● Red: USB Copy failure
10.HDD Tray •Four HDD trays support 4x 3.5" or 4 x 2.5” HDDs
11. USB Port •USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks.

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V4510U:
The Thecus V4510U front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and
hard disk trays:
Front Panel
Ite Description
1. LCD Display •Displays the current system status and warning messages.
•Displays hostname, W N/L N1/L N2 IP addresses, R ID status,
and current time.
2. Up Button ▲ •Push to scroll up when using the LCD display.
3. Down Button
▼
•Push to scroll down when using the LCD display.
4. Enter Button ↵
↵↵
↵ •Push to confirm information entered into the LCD display.
5. Escape Button
ESC
•Push to leave the current LCD menu.
6. Locator Button
• Turns on the LED backlight.
7. USB Port •USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital cameras,
USB disks, and USB printers.
8. PWR LED •Solid Blue: System is powered on.
9. Busy LED •Blinking orange: system startup or system maintenance; data
currently inaccessible
10.Error LED Solid Red:
System alert: Redundant power or system fan failure
11.L N LED •Solid green: network link
•Blinking green: network activity
12.Power Button •Power the V4510U on/off .
13.Reset Button •Resets the V4510U.
14.Mute Button •Mutes the system fan alarm (Can also be managed through the UI)
15.HDD Trays •Four 3.5” S T HDD trays.
•Locks are provided for added security.

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V5510:
The Thecus V5510 front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk
trays:
Front Panel
Ite Description
1.System LED •Blinking orange: System is being upgraded or ;is starting up;
data currently inaccessible
2.W N/L N1 LED •Solid green: Network link
•Blinking green: Network activity
3.L N2 LED •Solid green: Network link
•Blinking green: Network activity
4.USB Copy LED •Solid blue: Files are being copied from a USB storage device
5.Syetem Warning LED •Solid RED: System error
6.Reset Button •Resets system configuration to default value.
7.USB Port •USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks.
8.Power Button/ Power
LED
•Power on/off V5510 and Power LED.
•Solid blue: System is power on.
9.Up Button ▲ •Push to scroll up when using the LCD display.
10.Down Button ▼ •Push to enter the USB copy operation screen.
11.Enter Button ↵
↵↵
↵ •Push to enter LCD administrator password to access basic
system setting.
12.Escape Button ESC •Push to leave the current LCD menu.
13.LCD Display •Displays current system status and warning messages.
14.HDD Trays •Five 3.5” S T HDD trays.
•Locks are provided for added security.

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V6810:
The Thecus V6810’s front panel has the device’s controls, indicators, and hard disk
trays:
Front Panel
Ite Description
1. Power Button • Power on/off V6810
2. USB Port • USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
3. USB Port • USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
4. L N2 LED • Solid white: L N2 Cable link
• Blinking : Network activity
5. L N1 LED • Solid white: L N1 Cable link
• Blinking : Network activity
6. USB LED • Solid white: USB busy
• Solid Red: USB error
7. System LED • Solid white: System is power on.
8. OLED • Displays system status and information
9. System Error
LED
Blinking RED: System error.
10. Down Button Push to enter USB copy operation screen
11. Up Button Push to scroll up when using the OLED display
12. Enter Button Push to enter OLED operate password for basic system
setting
13. Escape Button
Push to leave the current OLED menu

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Rear Panel
V8810U
Back Panel
Ite Description
1.Power Connector
•Connect the included power cords to these connectors
2.Serial Port •This port is for external UPS device
3.eS T Port •eS T port for high-speed storage expansion
4.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks, and
USB printers
5.USB Port •USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices.
6.W N/L N1 Port •W N/L N1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
7.L N2 Port •L N2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
8.L N3 Port •L N3 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router.
V16810U:
The V16810U rear panel features ports and connectors.
Back Panel
Ite Description
1.Power Connector
•Connect the included power cords to these connectors

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2.Serial Port •This port is for external UPS device
3.eS T Port •eS T port for high-speed storage expansion
4.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks, and
USB printers
5.USB Port •USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices.
6.W N/L N1 Port •W N/L N1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
7.L N2 Port •L N2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
8.L N3 Port •L N3 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
V2510:
The V2510 rear panel features ports and connectors.
Back Panel
Ite Description
1. eS T Port •eS T port for high-speed external storage expansion.
2. USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as digital
cameras, USB disks, and USB printers.
3. W N/L N1
Port
•W N/L N1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or a router.
4. L N2 Port •L N2 port for connecting to a local Ethernet network through a
switch or a router.
5. System Fan •System fan that exhausts heat from the unit.
6. Power
Connector
•Connect the included power cords to this connector.
7. HDMI •For Video/ udio out
8. VG •For Video out

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V4510:
The V4510 rear panel features ports and connectors.
Back Panel
Ite Description
1. Power
Connector
• For connect the power adaptor
2. W N/L N1
Port
• W N/L N1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
3. L N2 Port • L N2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
4. USB Ports • USB 2.0 ports for storage expansion
5. eS T Ports
• eS T port for high-speed storage expansion
6. LINE Out • For udio out
7. VG • For Video out
8. HDMI • For Video/ udio out

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V4510U:
The rear panel of the V4510U with a single power connector:
Back Panel
Ite Description
1.Power Connector
•Connect the included power cords to these connectors
2. W N/L N1 Port •W N/L N1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
3. L N2 Port •L N2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
4.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks, and
USB printers
5.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices.
6.eS T Port •eS T port for high-speed storage expansion
7.Line in •For udio in
8. Line out •For udio out
9. Mic input •Microphone input
10.HDMI Port •For Video/ udio out
11.VG Port •For Video out
12. Locator LED •Identifies each N S within a rack mount configuration.

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V5510:
The V5510 rear panel features ports and connectors.
Back Panel
Ite Description
1.Power Connector
•Connect the included power cords to these connectors
2. W N/L N1 Port •W N/L N1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
3. L N2 Port •L N2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
4.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks, and
USB printers
5.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices.
6.eS T Port •eS T port for high-speed storage expansion
7.Line in •For udio in
8. Line out •For udio out
9. Mic input •Microphone input
10.System Fan •System fan that exhausts heat from the unit.
11.HDMI Port •For Video/ udio out
12.VG Port •For Video out

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V6810:
The V6810 rear panel features ports and connectors.
Back Panel
Ite Description
1.Power Connector
•Connect the included power cords to these connectors
2.Serial Port •This port is for external UPS device
3.eS T Port •eS T port for high-speed storage expansion
4.USB Port •USB 2.0 port for compatible USB devices, such as USB disks, and
USB printers
5.USB Port •USB 3.0 port for compatible USB devices.
6.W N/L N1 Port •W N/L N1 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a
switch or router
7.L N2 Port •L N2 port for connecting to an Ethernet network through a switch
or router
8.HDMI Port •For Video/ udio out
9.Line in •For udio in
10. Line out •For udio out
11. Mic input •Microphone input
12. User GPIO •Could define each GPIO (0~7) and implement its own
functionality.