User ManualLinkStationHD-HLAN Serieswww.buffalotech.comv5.4
10On the rear of the LinkStation, ip the black Cable Selection switch. This switch tells LinkStation whether to communicate over a Crossover or Patc
11Having Problems? Make sure that:• Both LinkStation and the switch or PC are powered on.• The Ethernet Cable is securely fastened to both devices.
12Insert the Link Navigator CD into a PC’s CD-ROM drive. Depending on the PC’s conguration, the EasySetup program may launch. If it does not automa
13LinkNavigator is now running. Please press the Install IP Setup Utility icon, then press the Start button. The LinkStation IP Conguration Utility
14The IP Conguration Utility allows you to easily congure LinkStation’s network settings. The Search button will re-scan the network for any and al
15This section of the program changes LinkStation’s IP Address. Check the check box that states Acquire IP Address Automatically. This will give Lin
16LinkStation is now ready to be congured. The login prompt will appear. The user name is “root”. There is no password by default. If a password
17Congratulations, you have logged into LinkStation. These are the main conguration menus. Please bookmark this page for easy access. For detailed
18This section allows you to change the name of your LinkStation. This name will be required to access LinkStation data. A friendly, easy name is re
19By default there are two shared folders on LinkStation. One is for Windows and Mac machines, while the other is for Macs only. Windows machines wi
2IntroductionWelcome to the LinkStation User Manual! This manual will help you congure your LinkStation. This user manual uses images representativ
20To begin setting up a new share, enter an appropriate share/folder name in the Shared Folder Name eld. Set the remaining settings to the desired
21Accessing LinkStation Data from a PCTo access LinkStation data:Press the Start menu, select the Run... option. When the Run dialog opens, type \\Li
22LinkStation’s root directory will appear. You will see all of the congured shares. All users can read and write to all folders unless otherwise c
23From the previous step’s Root Directory screen, use the pull down menu and click Tools and then select Map Network Drive. The Map Network Drive prog
24If your Mac does not automatically detect your LinkStation’s Share folder and put it on your desktop, you will need to add the LinkStation to the Ma
25Select Guest and click on Connect. Note: If you have congured share permissions on your LinkStation, select Registered User and enter your Regist
26If you don’t know your LinkStation’s IP address, there are several ways to get it.One simple method is to use the LinkStation client utility (includ
27LinkStation ExpansionLinkStation has two USB 2.0 ports on it, one on the front and one on the rear. These ports can be used for adding an external
28Basic SettingsLinkStation Name Setup:LinkStation should be congured with a unique name to identify it over the network. A general description can
29Basic Settings - LinkStation NameThe LinkStation Name identies the LinkStation on your network. The LinkStation name should be something easy to r
3Table of ContentsLinkStation Diagram ...4LinkStation Quick Setup ...
30Basic Settings - Time and DateTime Setup: The LinkStation time must be set to maintain proper logs and to schedule proper backups Input the proper
31IP Address Settings: By default, LinkStation will attempt to obtain an IP Address from a DHCP Server. If a DHCP Server is not available, it will a
32Network - IP Address & Default GatewayIP Address Settings: LinkStation operates using the TCP/IP protocol. Thus, it must have an IP Address to
33Network - Network SetupWorkgroup Settings: Select the appropriate Network ID. Enter the name of your workgroup in the Workgroup Name eld. “Workg
34Network - FTP ServerSelect Enable to use LinkStation’s FTP Server. Allowing Anonymous access is not recommended because of security concerns. Sele
35Shared Folder Setup:Access to shared folders can be controlled via group and User permissions. By default a shared folder will allow access to all
36Security - Shared FoldersLinkStation stores its data in shares. Multiple shares can be congured for different types of data. By default LinkStati
37Security - Add a new Shared FolderShared Folder Name: Name can be up to 12 alphanumeric characters (“-” and “_” are supported).Shared Folder Descri
38Security SettingsEnabling Access Restriction on the previous page will give you this screen, where you can restrict access to your new shared folder
39Security SettingsGroups allow for quicker security administration. A group is a group of users with specic rights to specic shared folders. A bu
41. Power Button – The Power Button is used to power the LinkStation on or off. The power on process will take approximately 30 seconds to a full min
40Security - Add New GroupGroup Name: This will be the name of the group. The name should reect the types of users added. For example, the manager
41Security Settings - Shared Folder SetupUser accounts allow LinkStation to limit access to certain or all shared folders. A user account is assigned
42User Name: Enter a name for each user here. Each name should indicate the named user. For instance, you could use the user’s rst name as the use
43USB Details:Normally, all devices currently connected to the LinkStation will be displayed under USB Details. Newly attached USB devices may not be
44USB SettingsUSB Information: The USB Information table lists information about connected USB devices (such as printers and hard drives). It lists
45USB SettingsUSB Disk Setup: The USB Disk setup options species if an attached USB Disk is to be used as a shared folder. Using it as a shared fol
46USB Settings - Print ServerPrint Server: The Print Server function turns printer sharing on or off. The Print Server function must be set to Enabl
47USB Settings - Printer Share InstallationNow that LinkStation is set up to share your printer, you can easily add the printer to any Windows PC on y
48USB Settings - Printer Share Installation• The Add Printer Wizard will launch. Select the proper driver for your printer. If the specic printer
49USB Settings - Printer Share Installation• To print a test page or congure additional printer settings, right click on the lp printer icon and sel
54. Disk Full LED – When LinkStation’s internal drive approaches 95% of its capacity, the Disk Full LED will light up in red. For options to increas
50USB Settings - Delete Print QueueDeleting print jobs may be necessary if a corrupt print job was sent to a printer. If printing to the printer conn
51System Status: The System Status page displays current information about LinkStation.Disk Sleep Function: The LinkStation can be scheduled to ente
52Disk Format: The internal drive or an attached USB drive can be formatted and rebuilt. Once a format begins all data will be lost on the drive. C
53Maintenance Settings - System StatusThe System Status page lists conguration information about LinkStation. No conguration changes can be made fro
54Maintenance Settings - SleepSleep Function: Enable Sleep Function to allow LinkStation to go into Sleep Mode. In Sleep Mode, LinkStation’s interna
55Maintenance Settings - BackupAll Disk Backups are sent to the attached USB Disk on LinkStation. Please turn to page 56 for information on how to re
56Maintenance Settings - Backup SettingsDisk Backup: The Disk Backup function allows LinkStation’s data to be backed up to an external USB Hard Drive
57Restoring a BackupTo restore a backup, the USB Disk must be shared as a shared folder. This setting can be enabled on page 44. Then, browse to Lin
58Maintenance Settings - Disk ScanDisk Scan: The Disk Scan Target is the disk that is to be scanned. The Internal HDD option is for LinkStation’s in
59Maintenance Settings - FormatSelect a disk to format:The pull-down menu lists the drives that can be formatted. If a USB Hard Drive is connected to
6Quick SetupPlug the LinkStation’s power cord into the back of LinkStation. Then, plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet.Also, plug
60Maintenance Settings - Administrator Password SettingsAdministrator Name: The Administrator Name is used to log into the Web-Based conguration. T
61Maintenance Settings - ShutdownShutdown:The Shutdown function in LinkStation allows an administrator to shut down LinkStation without using the powe
62PCast is a special service that can run within LinkStation allowing it to be a media server for Buffalo’s LinkTheater product. The LinkTheater is a
63PCast Settings - LinkTheaterLinkTheater Settings: The LinkTheater Settings allow you to congure your LinkStation to communicate directly with Buff
64PCast Settings - LinkTheaterPassword: Enter the password required for access to the LinkStation content from LinkTheater. This password will need
65When adding multiple shares, it’s possible that you may get an error message similar to the following:Troubleshooting - Multiple SharesThis is cause
66Troubleshooting - Multiple SharesWhen mapping any share, select the ‘Connect using a different user name’ option. A login and password prompt will
67Disk ErrorsIf LinkStation encounters a disk error, it will be reported in the LinkStation status on the top of any of the Web-Based conguration scr
68Technical SpecificationsLAN Standards: Auto-MDIX10/100/1000 Base-T EthernetTransmission Types: 1000BASE-T: 8B1Q4, PAM5; 100BASE-TX 4B/5B, MLT-3
69Buffalo Technology offers toll-free technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for this product. Customers in the United States and Cana
7Connect the other end of the included Ethernet Cable into a hub, switch, or router on the network, or connect it directly to a nearby running PC.NOTE
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8Turn the LinkStation on by pressing the power button until the green Power LED begins to ash.Quick Setup
9Check the LINK/ACT light on the front of the LinkStation. If it is lit, then your LinkStation is connected properly; please turn to page 12 to conti
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