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... 29 30 30 31 32 32 Introduction to the LaCie 2big Network I want to: 1.1. Box Content 1.2. Minimum System Requirements 1.3. Hard Drive Heat Management 1.4. Turning the Drive On 2.2. Connecting the Ethernet Cable 2.3. Configuring the 2big Network on a LAN Without a DHCP Server 2.5.1. Configure with LaCie Ethernet Agent (Windows) 2.4. Administering Your LaCie 2big Network 3.1. Accessing the NAS Administration Page 3.2. Administration Home...
... 29 30 30 31 32 32 Introduction to the LaCie 2big Network I want to: 1.1. Box Content 1.2. Minimum System Requirements 1.3. Hard Drive Heat Management 1.4. Turning the Drive On 2.2. Connecting the Ethernet Cable 2.3. Configuring the 2big Network on a LAN Without a DHCP Server 2.5.1. Configure with LaCie Ethernet Agent (Windows) 2.4. Administering Your LaCie 2big Network 3.1. Accessing the NAS Administration Page 3.2. Administration Home...
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...Saving and Loading System Configurations 3.7.5.2. Updating the System 3.7.5.3. Map a Drive with Ethernet Agent (Windows) 4.2. My Network Places - Replacing Drives 5.3.1. Installing a New Drive 5.3.2. Initializing the New Drive 6. LED Indicators 7. Creating a Share from DHCP Server 3.7.2.2. ... Status 3.7.5. Downloading Files 4.3.3. Changing the RAID Mode 5.3. LaCie Technical Support Contacts 9. Mac Users 4.6. Creating Shares 3.6.2. Shut Down 3.7.6. Uploading Files 4.3.2. RAID 5.1. 2big Network RAID Modes 5.2. Network 3.7.2.1. Restart 3.7.5.4. Contacting Customer Support...
...Saving and Loading System Configurations 3.7.5.2. Updating the System 3.7.5.3. Map a Drive with Ethernet Agent (Windows) 4.2. My Network Places - Replacing Drives 5.3.1. Installing a New Drive 5.3.2. Initializing the New Drive 6. LED Indicators 7. Creating a Share from DHCP Server 3.7.2.2. ... Status 3.7.5. Downloading Files 4.3.3. Changing the RAID Mode 5.3. LaCie Technical Support Contacts 9. Mac Users 4.6. Creating Shares 3.6.2. Shut Down 3.7.6. Uploading Files 4.3.2. RAID 5.1. 2big Network RAID Modes 5.2. Network 3.7.2.1. Restart 3.7.5.4. Contacting Customer Support...
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...in this manual are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. These limits are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. CAUTION: The LaCie 2big Network's warranty may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in the product design or the product manual .... Canada Compliance Statement This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the FCC Rules. LaCie 2big Network User Manual Forward page Copyrights Copyright © 2007 LaCie. No part of this equipment does cause harmful interference to notify any interference received, including ...
...in this manual are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. These limits are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. CAUTION: The LaCie 2big Network's warranty may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in the product design or the product manual .... Canada Compliance Statement This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the FCC Rules. LaCie 2big Network User Manual Forward page Copyrights Copyright © 2007 LaCie. No part of this equipment does cause harmful interference to notify any interference received, including ...
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... object into its casing. or to rain, or use the LaCie 2big Network near a source of time. Doing so may spill into the drive to be unused for an extended period of heat or exposing it is your LaCie 2big Network near other household waste. Instead, it to carry out ...maintenance on the LaCie 2big Network, as they may damage the LaCie 2big Network or disfigure its openings. Health ...
... object into its casing. or to rain, or use the LaCie 2big Network near a source of time. Doing so may spill into the drive to be unused for an extended period of heat or exposing it is your LaCie 2big Network near other household waste. Instead, it to carry out ...maintenance on the LaCie 2big Network, as they may damage the LaCie 2big Network or disfigure its openings. Health ...
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... Info: Any loss, corruption or destruction of data while using a LaCie drive is the sole responsibility of the user, and under no circumstances will LaCie be used. Do not place heavy objects on top of your LaCie 2big Network. CAUTION: A shielded-type power cord is essential that you ... Never use excessive force on your LaCie 2big Network. To help prevent the loss of your data, LaCie highly recommends that only the supplied power cord be held liable for instance, and a second copy either on your internal hard drive, another external hard drive or some other form of this...
... Info: Any loss, corruption or destruction of data while using a LaCie drive is the sole responsibility of the user, and under no circumstances will LaCie be used. Do not place heavy objects on top of your LaCie 2big Network. CAUTION: A shielded-type power cord is essential that you ... Never use excessive force on your LaCie 2big Network. To help prevent the loss of your data, LaCie highly recommends that only the supplied power cord be held liable for instance, and a second copy either on your internal hard drive, another external hard drive or some other form of this...
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... makes setup simple and enables accessing, mapping and configuring the drives on the back of my 2big The 2big Network's compatibility with concatenation of a LaCie 2big Network. RAID Flexibility Get maximum storage capacity or extra data security in one affordable RAID solution. Introduction to the LaCie 2big Network Introduction page Congratulations on your data is immediately sharable...
... makes setup simple and enables accessing, mapping and configuring the drives on the back of my 2big The 2big Network's compatibility with concatenation of a LaCie 2big Network. RAID Flexibility Get maximum storage capacity or extra data security in one affordable RAID solution. Introduction to the LaCie 2big Network Introduction page Congratulations on your data is immediately sharable...
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Box Content Your LaCie 2big package contains the system tower with attached drive stand and an accessories box containing items 2-5, listed below. 1 2 4 3 5 2big network Professional 2disk RAID Quick Install Guide Introduction page 1 LaCie 2big RAID system tower with two trayless, hot-swappable hard drives 2 Ethernet cable 3 External power supply 4 LaCie Utilities CD-ROM 5 Quick Install Guide Important Info: Please...
Box Content Your LaCie 2big package contains the system tower with attached drive stand and an accessories box containing items 2-5, listed below. 1 2 4 3 5 2big network Professional 2disk RAID Quick Install Guide Introduction page 1 LaCie 2big RAID system tower with two trayless, hot-swappable hard drives 2 Ethernet cable 3 External power supply 4 LaCie Utilities CD-ROM 5 Quick Install Guide Important Info: Please...
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... Safari™, Firefox™) Important Info: For optimal performance, use a Gigabit Ethernet router and a Gigabit Ethernet board in your host PC or MAC. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.2. Minimum System Requirements Introduction page Windows Users ❖ Windows 98SE,Windows Me,Windows 2000, Windows XP (SP1 & SP2) or ...❖ 512MB RAM or greater ❖ Ethernet router (10/100) ❖ Web browser (Internet Explorer®, Firefox™) Important Info: The 2big Network's performance can be affected by such external forces as network activity, hardware, distance and setup.
... Safari™, Firefox™) Important Info: For optimal performance, use a Gigabit Ethernet router and a Gigabit Ethernet board in your host PC or MAC. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.2. Minimum System Requirements Introduction page Windows Users ❖ Windows 98SE,Windows Me,Windows 2000, Windows XP (SP1 & SP2) or ...❖ 512MB RAM or greater ❖ Ethernet router (10/100) ❖ Web browser (Internet Explorer®, Firefox™) Important Info: The 2big Network's performance can be affected by such external forces as network activity, hardware, distance and setup.
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... to attach the included rubber feet on the under side of a fan, but the 2big Network comes with - This feature takes heat away from the internal drives toward the external casing. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.3. Hard Drive Heat Management ■ Heat Dissipation Design The LaCie 2big Network's metal body is normal for some airflow between your...
... to attach the included rubber feet on the under side of a fan, but the 2big Network comes with - This feature takes heat away from the internal drives toward the external casing. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.3. Hard Drive Heat Management ■ Heat Dissipation Design The LaCie 2big Network's metal body is normal for some airflow between your...
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... Desk Rack (sold separately). The LaCie 2big Network can be placed in an upright position. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.4. Racking Options ■ Standalone Installation Introduction page 10 ■ Rackmount Installation The LaCie 2big Network includes a convenient drive stand, which allows the drive to the instruction sheet included with the LaCie Rackmount Kit or LaCie d2 Desk Rack for specific...
... Desk Rack (sold separately). The LaCie 2big Network can be placed in an upright position. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.4. Racking Options ■ Standalone Installation Introduction page 10 ■ Rackmount Installation The LaCie 2big Network includes a convenient drive stand, which allows the drive to the instruction sheet included with the LaCie Rackmount Kit or LaCie d2 Desk Rack for specific...
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LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.5. Just plug the USB key into a USB port on the back of the LaCie 2big is allows you automatically copy data to a new share on the 2big, making the data available on the front of the 2big and push the button. Views Of The Drive ■ Front View/1-click Data Sharing The blue button (A) on the network at all times. All data on the USB key will be automatically copied to the 2big from a USB key. Introduction page 11 Fig. 1.5-A
LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.5. Just plug the USB key into a USB port on the back of the LaCie 2big is allows you automatically copy data to a new share on the 2big, making the data available on the front of the 2big and push the button. Views Of The Drive ■ Front View/1-click Data Sharing The blue button (A) on the network at all times. All data on the USB key will be automatically copied to the 2big from a USB key. Introduction page 11 Fig. 1.5-A
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... 2 off auto on power switch 3 USB 2.0 expansion ports 4 Ethernet port 5 Power input connection 6 Drive lock 7 Drive tray handle 8 Left drive status LED 9 Rigth drive status LED Important Info: The 2big Network will restart automatically after a power failure. CAUTION: To avoid overheating, the LaCie 2big should be installed in a well-ventilated area and in such a way as to...
... 2 off auto on power switch 3 USB 2.0 expansion ports 4 Ethernet port 5 Power input connection 6 Drive lock 7 Drive tray handle 8 Left drive status LED 9 Rigth drive status LED Important Info: The 2big Network will restart automatically after a power failure. CAUTION: To avoid overheating, the LaCie 2big should be installed in a well-ventilated area and in such a way as to...
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It appears on the back of the 2big Network and next to attach Gigabit Ethernet devices are as follows: Gigabit Ethernet Connectors Introduction page 13 Ethernet Symbol Gigabit Ethernet Cables And Connectors The cables and connectors used to the Ethernet port connectors on certain computers. Cables and Connectors ■ Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet Symbol This icon will help you easily identify the ethernet interface. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.6.
It appears on the back of the 2big Network and next to attach Gigabit Ethernet devices are as follows: Gigabit Ethernet Connectors Introduction page 13 Ethernet Symbol Gigabit Ethernet Cables And Connectors The cables and connectors used to the Ethernet port connectors on certain computers. Cables and Connectors ■ Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet Symbol This icon will help you easily identify the ethernet interface. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 1.6.
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LaCie 2big Network User Manual 2. Setting Up Your LaCie 2big Network Setup page 14 Follow these steps to getting your 2big Network up and running: Setup Steps Step 1 2.1 Turning the Drive On Step 2 2.2, Connecting the Ethernet Cable Step 3 Connecting to the 2big Network: 2.3, Connecting with LaCie Ethernet Agent (Windows) 2.4, Connecting with the IP Configurator Wizard (Mac) OR 2.5, Configuring the 2big Network on a LAN Without a DHCP Server Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 19 Page 20
LaCie 2big Network User Manual 2. Setting Up Your LaCie 2big Network Setup page 14 Follow these steps to getting your 2big Network up and running: Setup Steps Step 1 2.1 Turning the Drive On Step 2 2.2, Connecting the Ethernet Cable Step 3 Connecting to the 2big Network: 2.3, Connecting with LaCie Ethernet Agent (Windows) 2.4, Connecting with the IP Configurator Wizard (Mac) OR 2.5, Configuring the 2big Network on a LAN Without a DHCP Server Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 19 Page 20
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...or cord. Do not use a power supply from the use the AC adapter supplied with your LaCie Drive. 2. Using an adapter other cable (B) connects to your specific LaCie drive. Turning the Drive On The power supply kit is composed of two cables: one authorized by moving the power ... Always remove the AC adapter before transporting your warranty. Failure to remove the adapter may cause damage to the device and void your LaCie drive when in damage to a surge protector or wall outlet. 4. To be able to use your warranty. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 2.1. Connect Cable B to your...
...or cord. Do not use a power supply from the use the AC adapter supplied with your LaCie Drive. 2. Using an adapter other cable (B) connects to your specific LaCie drive. Turning the Drive On The power supply kit is composed of two cables: one authorized by moving the power ... Always remove the AC adapter before transporting your warranty. Failure to remove the adapter may cause damage to the device and void your LaCie drive when in damage to a surge protector or wall outlet. 4. To be able to use your warranty. LaCie 2big Network User Manual 2.1. Connect Cable B to your...
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... hard drives, the 2big Network is only accessible when attached to your computer. Connect the Ethernet cable to your network and does not connect directly to the Ethernet port on the back of the Ethernet cable into an available Ethernet port on to recognize the drive. Connect the other end of the LaCie 2big Network... (Fig. 2.2-A). 3. Turn the drive on Fig. 2.2-A Fig. 2.2-B To...
... hard drives, the 2big Network is only accessible when attached to your computer. Connect the Ethernet cable to your network and does not connect directly to the Ethernet port on the back of the Ethernet cable into an available Ethernet port on to recognize the drive. Connect the other end of the LaCie 2big Network... (Fig. 2.2-A). 3. Turn the drive on Fig. 2.2-A Fig. 2.2-B To...
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...; (continued on your network and gives you can connect to the NAS administration page, configure the 2big Network's network settings or map it as a drive on your LaCie 2big Network, you easy ways to connect to or configure them. When Ethernet Agent finds your network.... automatically search for storage devices on your computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Doubleclick the CD icon, then double-click "LaCie Ethernet Agent Setup". 3. Once installed and running, Ethernet agent will appear (Fig. 2.3-B). Insert the LaCie 2big Network CD-ROM into your computer, all network attached storage devices...
...; (continued on your network and gives you can connect to the NAS administration page, configure the 2big Network's network settings or map it as a drive on your LaCie 2big Network, you easy ways to connect to or configure them. When Ethernet Agent finds your network.... automatically search for storage devices on your computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Doubleclick the CD icon, then double-click "LaCie Ethernet Agent Setup". 3. Once installed and running, Ethernet agent will appear (Fig. 2.3-B). Insert the LaCie 2big Network CD-ROM into your computer, all network attached storage devices...
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... page 18 Figure 2.3-E Figure 2.3-F Click on the icon in to www from the 2big Network sub-menu (Fig. 2.3-E). Continue to the 2big Network: 1. The 2big Network administration page will open in the system tray (Fig. 2.3-C) and the Agent will appear in your network (Fig. 2.3-D). 2. LaCie 2big Network User Manual To connect to section 3, Administering Your...
... page 18 Figure 2.3-E Figure 2.3-F Click on the icon in to www from the 2big Network sub-menu (Fig. 2.3-E). Continue to the 2big Network: 1. The 2big Network administration page will open in the system tray (Fig. 2.3-C) and the Agent will appear in your network (Fig. 2.3-D). 2. LaCie 2big Network User Manual To connect to section 3, Administering Your...
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... Manual 2.4. The IP Configurator Wizard will request Administrator rights to your 2big Network and make initial settings. 1. Insert the LaCie 2big Network CD-ROM into your 2big Network (represented by its IP address), select it and click Connect (Figs. 2.4-A - 2.4-C). Double-... The CD should appear on the desktop. click the CD icon, then double-click "Install the IP configurator". 3. Once the Wizard locates your computer's CD-ROM drive...
... Manual 2.4. The IP Configurator Wizard will request Administrator rights to your 2big Network and make initial settings. 1. Insert the LaCie 2big Network CD-ROM into your 2big Network (represented by its IP address), select it and click Connect (Figs. 2.4-A - 2.4-C). Double-... The CD should appear on the desktop. click the CD icon, then double-click "Install the IP configurator". 3. Once the Wizard locates your computer's CD-ROM drive...
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... Fig. 2.5.1-B Modify the network settings to work with LaCie Ethernet Agent for your LaCie 2big Network. ■ 2.5.1. Start LaCie Ethernet Agent (see section 2.3, Connecting with LaCie Ethernet Agent (Windows) The easiest way to use the LaCie Ethernet Agent. Click on installing the network configuration software. ...1. Click Apply. Uncheck the "DHCP" box. 4. Configure with LaCie Ethernet Agent). 2. LaCie 2big Network User Manual Setup page 20 2.5. Configuring the 2big Network on a PC is not DHCP-enabled, you will need to manually assign ...
... Fig. 2.5.1-B Modify the network settings to work with LaCie Ethernet Agent for your LaCie 2big Network. ■ 2.5.1. Start LaCie Ethernet Agent (see section 2.3, Connecting with LaCie Ethernet Agent (Windows) The easiest way to use the LaCie Ethernet Agent. Click on installing the network configuration software. ...1. Click Apply. Uncheck the "DHCP" box. 4. Configure with LaCie Ethernet Agent). 2. LaCie 2big Network User Manual Setup page 20 2.5. Configuring the 2big Network on a PC is not DHCP-enabled, you will need to manually assign ...