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...IP Address...19 3. About the File Browser...25 3.4. Disconnecting the USB Connection 29 3.5. Accessing Shares via USB...26 3.4.1. Dashboard: Accessing...35 4.2. Dashboard: Logging Out...36 4.5. Editing a User...40 4.8. Editing a Group...41 Introduction...6 1.1. Hard Drive Heat Management...9 1.4. LED Behavior...11 2. About Default Shares...20 3.2. STEP 2: Turn On the Drive 28 3.4.3. Administering Your LaCie 2big Network 2 34 4.1. Adding a New User...39 4.7.2. Deleting a User...40 4.7.3. Linux Users...7 1.2. Accessing Shares Using LaCie Network Assistant 21 3.2.1. Map...
...IP Address...19 3. About the File Browser...25 3.4. Disconnecting the USB Connection 29 3.5. Accessing Shares via USB...26 3.4.1. Dashboard: Accessing...35 4.2. Dashboard: Logging Out...36 4.5. Editing a User...40 4.8. Editing a Group...41 Introduction...6 1.1. Hard Drive Heat Management...9 1.4. LED Behavior...11 2. About Default Shares...20 3.2. STEP 2: Turn On the Drive 28 3.4.3. Administering Your LaCie 2big Network 2 34 4.1. Adding a New User...39 4.7.2. Deleting a User...40 4.7.3. Linux Users...7 1.2. Accessing Shares Using LaCie Network Assistant 21 3.2.1. Map...
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...18.1. Adding a New Share...43 4.9.2. Modifying a Share...43 4.9.3. Dashboard: Drive Information...47 4.11.1. Download Page Settings 54 4.15. Method 1: Auto-Update 61 4.18.2. System Log...65 6.2. Troubleshooting Active Directory Connections 72 6.5.1. Dashboard: Eco Management...49 4.12.1. Dashboard: Support...52 4.13.1. About RAID Modes...59 4.17.3. Installing a New Disk...60 4.18. Method 2: Update with LaCie Network Assistant Software 62 4.19. Technical Information 64 5.1. Manual Updates...65 6.3. Troubleshooting the USB Connection 68 6.4.1. Windows Users...69...
...18.1. Adding a New Share...43 4.9.2. Modifying a Share...43 4.9.3. Dashboard: Drive Information...47 4.11.1. Download Page Settings 54 4.15. Method 1: Auto-Update 61 4.18.2. System Log...65 6.2. Troubleshooting Active Directory Connections 72 6.5.1. Dashboard: Eco Management...49 4.12.1. Dashboard: Support...52 4.13.1. About RAID Modes...59 4.17.3. Installing a New Disk...60 4.18. Method 2: Update with LaCie Network Assistant Software 62 4.19. Technical Information 64 5.1. Manual Updates...65 6.3. Troubleshooting the USB Connection 68 6.4.1. Windows Users...69...
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... LaCie 2big Network 2 contains no circumstances will be malfunctioning, have it appears to conserve natural resources and ensure that it near other form of removable storage media. Doing so may cause interference which will help prevent the loss of your data, LaCie highly recommends that you detect a problem, see the Troubleshooting section in damp or wet conditions. one copy on your external hard disk...
... LaCie 2big Network 2 contains no circumstances will be malfunctioning, have it appears to conserve natural resources and ensure that it near other form of removable storage media. Doing so may cause interference which will help prevent the loss of your data, LaCie highly recommends that you detect a problem, see the Troubleshooting section in damp or wet conditions. one copy on your external hard disk...
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...; Web browsers: Internet Explorer 7.0, Firefox 3.0, Safari 3.0, or Chrome 2.0 or higher 1.1.3. Linux Users ✦✦ Computer with an Ethernet network adapter ✦✦ Linux 2.6 or later ✦✦ Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended ✦✦ Web browsers: Internet Explorer 7.0, Firefox 3.0, Safari 3.0, or Chrome 2.0 or higher IMPORTANT INFO: The LaCie 2big Network 2's performance can be affected by such external forces as network activity, hardware, distance, and setup. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual...
...; Web browsers: Internet Explorer 7.0, Firefox 3.0, Safari 3.0, or Chrome 2.0 or higher 1.1.3. Linux Users ✦✦ Computer with an Ethernet network adapter ✦✦ Linux 2.6 or later ✦✦ Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended ✦✦ Web browsers: Internet Explorer 7.0, Firefox 3.0, Safari 3.0, or Chrome 2.0 or higher IMPORTANT INFO: The LaCie 2big Network 2's performance can be affected by such external forces as network activity, hardware, distance, and setup. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual...
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... of its network settings. Dashboard: Accessing), or configure its shares, log in My Computer. Double-click the CD icon, then double-click "LaCie Network Assistant Setup". 3. Follow the Wizard to a Network page 15 STEP 3: Connect using LaCie Network Assistant LaCie Network Assistant software detects all LaCie network-attached storage devices on next page >> Fig. 07 Fig. 08 Fig. 09 Connecting to complete installation. Windows users, the CD should appear on your computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Install LaCie Network Assistant: 1. LaCie 2big Network 2 •...
... of its network settings. Dashboard: Accessing), or configure its shares, log in My Computer. Double-click the CD icon, then double-click "LaCie Network Assistant Setup". 3. Follow the Wizard to a Network page 15 STEP 3: Connect using LaCie Network Assistant LaCie Network Assistant software detects all LaCie network-attached storage devices on next page >> Fig. 07 Fig. 08 Fig. 09 Connecting to complete installation. Windows users, the CD should appear on your computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Install LaCie Network Assistant: 1. LaCie 2big Network 2 •...
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..., d). a. Assigning a Static IP Address for details, see 4.11. a name may be set manually or synchronized with a hyphen and/or an underscore. The Setup Wizard consists of 15 characters) and create the admin login name and password (minimum 4 characters). When the time synchronization option is configured and ready to be modified later from 0 GB to up to half the total capacity (default is connected to section 2.6. LaCie 2big Network 2 •...
..., d). a. Assigning a Static IP Address for details, see 4.11. a name may be set manually or synchronized with a hyphen and/or an underscore. The Setup Wizard consists of 15 characters) and create the admin login name and password (minimum 4 characters). When the time synchronization option is configured and ready to be modified later from 0 GB to up to half the total capacity (default is connected to section 2.6. LaCie 2big Network 2 •...
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...Accessing Shares Using File Browser 3.4. Accessing Shares through UPnP/DLNA-certified players/ adapters (if UPnP service is also possible to create new shares and/or to any user on the 2big Network 2. It is activated) Follow the links below for USB access). Accessing Shares Using LaCie Network Assistant 3.3. Accessing Shares via USB 3.5. On the other hand, when the 2big Network 2 is connected to the network, all three shares are several ways to access and transfer files located on None the network USBShare Public (access to admin Password-protected by default: Share...
...Accessing Shares Using File Browser 3.4. Accessing Shares through UPnP/DLNA-certified players/ adapters (if UPnP service is also possible to create new shares and/or to any user on the 2big Network 2. It is activated) Follow the links below for USB access). Accessing Shares Using LaCie Network Assistant 3.3. Accessing Shares via USB 3.5. On the other hand, when the 2big Network 2 is connected to the network, all three shares are several ways to access and transfer files located on None the network USBShare Public (access to admin Password-protected by default: Share...
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... POULTON User Manual 3. Accessing Shares Using File Browser) instead of data from your computer to copy large amounts of drag-and-drop using SMB. TECHNICAL NOTE: Mac users: If the share does not open in the Finder to another share, LaCie recommends you wish to the 2big Network 2 share. Transfer files normally from the USBShare to Network > LaCie2big > [Share name]. 4. You will be logged on as a guest and the share will open in a Finder window, simply...
... POULTON User Manual 3. Accessing Shares Using File Browser) instead of data from your computer to copy large amounts of drag-and-drop using SMB. TECHNICAL NOTE: Mac users: If the share does not open in the Finder to another share, LaCie recommends you wish to the 2big Network 2 share. Transfer files normally from the USBShare to Network > LaCie2big > [Share name]. 4. You will be logged on as a guest and the share will open in a Finder window, simply...
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... . Time zone: Change the time zone. Active Directory. However, UPnP and Time Machine services also need to be enabled at the share level in the Finder Network > [Workgroup] > LaCie-2big where "[Workgroup]" is the name of the Windows workgroup. NTP Server: Click the box, then click the field to the right and type the address of your 2big Network 2 to belong to set your 2big Network 2's general parameters. Workgroup: Modify the Windows workgroup name to a certain workgroup. IMPORTANT...
... . Time zone: Change the time zone. Active Directory. However, UPnP and Time Machine services also need to be enabled at the share level in the Finder Network > [Workgroup] > LaCie-2big where "[Workgroup]" is the name of the Windows workgroup. NTP Server: Click the box, then click the field to the right and type the address of your 2big Network 2 to belong to set your 2big Network 2's general parameters. Workgroup: Modify the Windows workgroup name to a certain workgroup. IMPORTANT...
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... click the add button. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual Administering Your LaCie 2big Network 2 page 44 4.9.4. By default, new shares have SMB, AFP, and FTP enabled. If the default setting is overruled at right). ✦✦ Read/Write means that all users can view and open files, but they only the administrator can copy files to the share (see table at the share level, the bullet in the Services column will...
... click the add button. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual Administering Your LaCie 2big Network 2 page 44 4.9.4. By default, new shares have SMB, AFP, and FTP enabled. If the default setting is overruled at right). ✦✦ Read/Write means that all users can view and open files, but they only the administrator can copy files to the share (see table at the share level, the bullet in the Services column will...
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... (FTP) and 80 (HTTP). smithfamily.dyndns.org). 4. Your 2big Network 2 login page will see that there are most users will open in with values. Dashboard: Network This page allows you activate automatic port forward, public shares will be open . This service is free and no subscription is compatible). Standard Settings Configure using DHCP or manually: If your 2big Network 2 remotely. Input the 2big Network 2's IP address and create a hostname (ex. Click Apply. 6. From any internet connection, open the Network page...
... (FTP) and 80 (HTTP). smithfamily.dyndns.org). 4. Your 2big Network 2 login page will see that there are most users will open in with values. Dashboard: Network This page allows you activate automatic port forward, public shares will be open . This service is free and no subscription is compatible). Standard Settings Configure using DHCP or manually: If your 2big Network 2 remotely. Input the 2big Network 2's IP address and create a hostname (ex. Click Apply. 6. From any internet connection, open the Network page...
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... be formatted. When you click the top Format button (Fig. 62, a), ALL data on the disk (including on any USB or eSATA hard drive connected to reformat your drive. 4.11.1. Formatting Your 2big Network 2 When you click the bottom Format button (Fig. 62, b), only the USBShare will not remove users or settings). In the blue window that opens, confirm by flicking the FORMAT button. Click the FORMAT button. 2. using the Finder for Mac users or an Explorer window for...
... be formatted. When you click the top Format button (Fig. 62, a), ALL data on the disk (including on any USB or eSATA hard drive connected to reformat your drive. 4.11.1. Formatting Your 2big Network 2 When you click the bottom Format button (Fig. 62, b), only the USBShare will not remove users or settings). In the blue window that opens, confirm by flicking the FORMAT button. Click the FORMAT button. 2. using the Finder for Mac users or an Explorer window for...
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... Shut Down button (see section 2.5. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual Administering Your LaCie 2big Network 2 page 49 4.12. Scheduled Switch Off: Set the drive to deactivate deep sleep mode at a certain time to save energy. This mode can be terminated. UPS Management for details. To wake the drive from Deep Sleep Mode, press the blue button or use the Wake on using the multi-function power button, see below...
... Shut Down button (see section 2.5. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual Administering Your LaCie 2big Network 2 page 49 4.12. Scheduled Switch Off: Set the drive to deactivate deep sleep mode at a certain time to save energy. This mode can be terminated. UPS Management for details. To wake the drive from Deep Sleep Mode, press the blue button or use the Wake on using the multi-function power button, see below...
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... update has failed despite the network precautions listed in the menu bar (Mac) or task bar (Windows) and select Configuration Window. Go to Preferences and make sure to the NAS ✦✦ Turn off wireless connection) ✦✦ Make sure users on the Update your admin username and password. 6. Browse to type in their administrator's password. 8. Fig. 91 Fig. 92 Fig. 93 LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual...
... update has failed despite the network precautions listed in the menu bar (Mac) or task bar (Windows) and select Configuration Window. Go to Preferences and make sure to the NAS ✦✦ Turn off wireless connection) ✦✦ Make sure users on the Update your admin username and password. 6. Browse to type in their administrator's password. 8. Fig. 91 Fig. 92 Fig. 93 LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual...
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... to moving data from the drive to the computer via USB cable, NOT Ethernet cable), the data is fed from the drive through the USB port (type B) on the drive, and passes to work at their correct speeds. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual 5. The data is transferred from storage to control the card. Technical Information 5.1. Computers running Mac OS X, Windows XP, Windows 7, and Windows Vista automatically manage Hi-Speed USB 2.0 devices and drivers.
... to moving data from the drive to the computer via USB cable, NOT Ethernet cable), the data is fed from the drive through the USB port (type B) on the drive, and passes to work at their correct speeds. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual 5. The data is transferred from storage to control the card. Technical Information 5.1. Computers running Mac OS X, Windows XP, Windows 7, and Windows Vista automatically manage Hi-Speed USB 2.0 devices and drivers.
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... User Manual Troubleshooting page 66 6.3. Troubleshooting the Network Connection Problem Question Solution The USB drive/key or USB printer connected to the LaCie 2big Network 2. Is the drive connected to a Network). I connected a USB drive to is not listed in the LaCie 2big Network 2 box. Does the capacity of power. Check section 1.1. STEP 2: Connect the Ethernet Cable for an inordinate period of the Ethernet cable firmly connected? and that the interface connectors are automatically unmounted when you follow the correct installation steps? Review...
... User Manual Troubleshooting page 66 6.3. Troubleshooting the Network Connection Problem Question Solution The USB drive/key or USB printer connected to the LaCie 2big Network 2. Is the drive connected to a Network). I connected a USB drive to is not listed in the LaCie 2big Network 2 box. Does the capacity of power. Check section 1.1. STEP 2: Connect the Ethernet Cable for an inordinate period of the Ethernet cable firmly connected? and that the interface connectors are automatically unmounted when you follow the correct installation steps? Review...
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... IP address, use LaCie Network Assistant. I can not access my account. Does your DHCP server's log. To assign a static IP address, see section 4.10. If you input an email address in access- Are you can slow down during simultaneous file trans- By default the LaCie 2big Network 2 is configured to a share can retrieve your password correct? To change this , click on the "forgot my password" link on a public share? Dashboard: Network. In order for a another user to access the drive. Access to...
... IP address, use LaCie Network Assistant. I can not access my account. Does your DHCP server's log. To assign a static IP address, see section 4.10. If you input an email address in access- Are you can slow down during simultaneous file trans- By default the LaCie 2big Network 2 is configured to a share can retrieve your password correct? To change this , click on the "forgot my password" link on a public share? Dashboard: Network. In order for a another user to access the drive. Access to...
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... USB, the USB share of the drive that these types of the USB cable securely attached? Mac Users Problem Question Solution The USB drive/key or USB printer connected to ensure that mounts on the desktop). Is the drive's power supply connected? Only use with other device driv- Troubleshooting the USB Connection 6.4.1. Is the drive connected to your computer and try changing the computer you follow the rest of the USB cable to make the hard drive or printer accessible, disconnect the drive from your files and folders...
... USB, the USB share of the drive that these types of the USB cable securely attached? Mac Users Problem Question Solution The USB drive/key or USB printer connected to ensure that mounts on the desktop). Is the drive's power supply connected? Only use with other device driv- Troubleshooting the USB Connection 6.4.1. Is the drive connected to your computer and try changing the computer you follow the rest of the USB cable to make the hard drive or printer accessible, disconnect the drive from your files and folders...
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... System Requirements for the Ethernet connection. Accessing Shares steps for help. Is there a conflict with this is properly connected (see sections 5.1. For more information, please see section 3.4.2. support the file system? If the drive does not appear, follow the correct installation Review the installation steps in My Computer? This format limits file sizes to is available. Optimizing Data Transfers. Does your computer's configuration meet the minimum system...
... System Requirements for the Ethernet connection. Accessing Shares steps for help. Is there a conflict with this is properly connected (see sections 5.1. For more information, please see section 3.4.2. support the file system? If the drive does not appear, follow the correct installation Review the installation steps in My Computer? This format limits file sizes to is available. Optimizing Data Transfers. Does your computer's configuration meet the minimum system...
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... heavy data transfers are disconnected from the product (not mandatory but could help), for example: a. No multimedia database building (disable Multimedia) d. The most precise way to set manually from the 5big Network 2, the text is to the d2 Network 2 and 2big Network 2. 6.5.1. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual 6.5. The reason is that a time discrepancy of different network and domain configurations exist, so these troubleshooting tips...
... heavy data transfers are disconnected from the product (not mandatory but could help), for example: a. No multimedia database building (disable Multimedia) d. The most precise way to set manually from the 5big Network 2, the text is to the d2 Network 2 and 2big Network 2. 6.5.1. LaCie 2big Network 2 • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON User Manual 6.5. The reason is that a time discrepancy of different network and domain configurations exist, so these troubleshooting tips...