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...The "Welcome to the CD sleeve. Note: An error message could be checked indicating that you first install your Stora, and then connect the Stora to install your NETGEAR® Stora. When the Registration screen displays, enter your Product Key, which includes: - Click Next. 5. Estimated setup time:...your network must also be sure it will be knocked over easily. In the provided fields, create your computer. Installation Guide NETGEAR® Stora Start Here Follow these instructions to your network and validate the installation before adding the second disk. There is located on -...
...The "Welcome to the CD sleeve. Note: An error message could be checked indicating that you first install your Stora, and then connect the Stora to install your NETGEAR® Stora. When the Registration screen displays, enter your Product Key, which includes: - Click Next. 5. Estimated setup time:...your network must also be sure it will be knocked over easily. In the provided fields, create your computer. Installation Guide NETGEAR® Stora Start Here Follow these instructions to your network and validate the installation before adding the second disk. There is located on -...
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...be lost. For more information on remotely accessing your Resource CD. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the unit. Warning: The Stora formats hard drives differently than a computer. An approved hard disk ...NETGEAR product is amber, turn it to replace or install a new drive. You can use it on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (the WEEE Directive). Please see the Resource CD that you are highly encouraged to add a second drive, carefully follow these instructions. in the Stora includes an Albums folder, a Media...
...be lost. For more information on remotely accessing your Resource CD. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the unit. Warning: The Stora formats hard drives differently than a computer. An approved hard disk ...NETGEAR product is amber, turn it to replace or install a new drive. You can use it on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (the WEEE Directive). Please see the Resource CD that you are highly encouraged to add a second drive, carefully follow these instructions. in the Stora includes an Albums folder, a Media...
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NETGEAR Stora User Manual 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA April 2010 202-10540-03 v1.0
NETGEAR Stora User Manual 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA April 2010 202-10540-03 v1.0
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...;ßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in accordance with your product. NETGEAR Stora User Manual © 2010 NETGEAR, Inc. The operation of this document without notice. The Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of ... equipment (for worldwide regional customer support centers are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Manufacturer/Importer It is required before you can use or application of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to...
...;ßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in accordance with your product. NETGEAR Stora User Manual © 2010 NETGEAR, Inc. The operation of this document without notice. The Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of ... equipment (for worldwide regional customer support centers are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Manufacturer/Importer It is required before you can use or application of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to...
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... Support 35 Register your Stora 35 Technical Support 35 Chapter 2 Stora Agent Using Stora Agent 37 Starting Stora Agent 37 Stora Agent Menu Options 38 Chapter 3 Stora Application Starting Stora Application 49 Logging into Stora Application 50 Stora Application Home Page 53 Media Library 55 Accessing the Media Library 55 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Acquainted About NETGEAR Stora 6 Standard vs. Table of...
... Support 35 Register your Stora 35 Technical Support 35 Chapter 2 Stora Agent Using Stora Agent 37 Starting Stora Agent 37 Stora Agent Menu Options 38 Chapter 3 Stora Application Starting Stora Application 49 Logging into Stora Application 50 Stora Application Home Page 53 Media Library 55 Accessing the Media Library 55 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Acquainted About NETGEAR Stora 6 Standard vs. Table of...
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NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Sources 57 Albums 60 Working with Media Source Folders 61 Folder Options 65 Albums 70 Working with Albums 70 Working with Files 77 Working with Images 81 Setting up Contacts 83 Social Media 86 Preferences 91 Displaying the Preferences Page 91 User Preferences 92 Server Preferences 95 Administration 101 Chapter 4 Stora Desktop...
NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Sources 57 Albums 60 Working with Media Source Folders 61 Folder Options 65 Albums 70 Working with Albums 70 Working with Files 77 Working with Images 81 Setting up Contacts 83 Social Media 86 Preferences 91 Displaying the Preferences Page 91 User Preferences 92 Server Preferences 95 Administration 101 Chapter 4 Stora Desktop...
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Topics discussed in this chapter include: • About NETGEAR Stora • File Types • Stora Hardware Overview • Initial Setup • Installing a Disk • Installing the Desktop Applications • Accessing Stora • Resetting Your Stora • Documentation and Support Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 5 Getting Acquainted 1 This chapter provides an overview of the NETGEAR Stora system and covers the unit's physical features, and initial setup steps. 1.
Topics discussed in this chapter include: • About NETGEAR Stora • File Types • Stora Hardware Overview • Initial Setup • Installing a Disk • Installing the Desktop Applications • Accessing Stora • Resetting Your Stora • Documentation and Support Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 5 Getting Acquainted 1 This chapter provides an overview of the NETGEAR Stora system and covers the unit's physical features, and initial setup steps. 1.
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... music through a networked sound system in the family room. NETGEAR Stora User Manual About NETGEAR Stora NETGEAR Stora is turned off. It is easy to drag and drop digital media to the file. You can even share selected content with all your digital media in the world through digital media players on page 40. 6 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Backed up...
... music through a networked sound system in the family room. NETGEAR Stora User Manual About NETGEAR Stora NETGEAR Stora is turned off. It is easy to drag and drop digital media to the file. You can even share selected content with all your digital media in the world through digital media players on page 40. 6 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Backed up...
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..., or any time after installation. You will have the option to licensed users. Local and remote access unlimited Stora Media Library - Remote access 3 Stora Preferences - The table below outlines the main Standard and Premium features. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Standard vs. To upgrade your subscription, see "Premium Subscription" on page 51 and set subscription preferences...
..., or any time after installation. You will have the option to licensed users. Local and remote access unlimited Stora Media Library - Remote access 3 Stora Preferences - The table below outlines the main Standard and Premium features. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Standard vs. To upgrade your subscription, see "Premium Subscription" on page 51 and set subscription preferences...
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... music stored on page 89 for more . For a list of media players on page 86 for more information. See "Sharing with DMAs or media players. NETGEAR Stora User Manual File Types Internal The Stora Application uses an internal player to provide high performance playback for the... device. 8 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Media Players The media server built into Stora makes content available to access...
... music stored on page 89 for more . For a list of media players on page 86 for more information. See "Sharing with DMAs or media players. NETGEAR Stora User Manual File Types Internal The Stora Application uses an internal player to provide high performance playback for the... device. 8 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Media Players The media server built into Stora makes content available to access...
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Supported devices: • iPhone • Blackberry phones • Windows mobile phones Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 9 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Depending on the device, mobile users can: • Browse albums • Browse folders in the Media Library • Create new folders • Upload media directly from the mobile to Stora Once you set up your Stora, you can access it from a mobile device by going to http://www.myStora.com/mobile.
Supported devices: • iPhone • Blackberry phones • Windows mobile phones Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 9 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Depending on the device, mobile users can: • Browse albums • Browse folders in the Media Library • Create new folders • Upload media directly from the mobile to Stora Once you set up your Stora, you can access it from a mobile device by going to http://www.myStora.com/mobile.
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NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Hardware Overview This section introduces Stora hardware components, including displays, ports, buttons, and drive bays. Power status LED (Blue) 3. Disk 1 Bay 2. Insert or remove disks 10 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Exhaust Fan Vent 2. Disk 1 & 2 LEDs (Green) 4. USB port Figure 1 Stora Front Panel...LED 3. Disk 2 Bay 3. USB Port 1. Disk 1 and Disk 2 Status LEDs 4. Front Panel The sleek, front panel of Stora indicates the active/inactive status of the system and can be easily removed to access the disks and disk bays located behind the front ...
NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Hardware Overview This section introduces Stora hardware components, including displays, ports, buttons, and drive bays. Power status LED (Blue) 3. Disk 1 Bay 2. Insert or remove disks 10 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Exhaust Fan Vent 2. Disk 1 & 2 LEDs (Green) 4. USB port Figure 1 Stora Front Panel...LED 3. Disk 2 Bay 3. USB Port 1. Disk 1 and Disk 2 Status LEDs 4. Front Panel The sleek, front panel of Stora indicates the active/inactive status of the system and can be easily removed to access the disks and disk bays located behind the front ...
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one for each disk. 1. Power on/off button. 4. Power cable socket. 5. Disk 1 Bay 2. Unit serial number and network MAC address 3. Insert or remove a disk Figure 2 Stora Disk Bays Note: Disks can be from different manufacturers, however the disk size must be the same. Rear Panel The back of Stora features a power switch, a power cable socket, a gigabit Ethernet port, a reset button, and two disk release latches; Disk Release latches 2. Ethernet port. 6. NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Reset button Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 11 Disk 2 Bay 3.
one for each disk. 1. Power on/off button. 4. Power cable socket. 5. Disk 1 Bay 2. Unit serial number and network MAC address 3. Insert or remove a disk Figure 2 Stora Disk Bays Note: Disks can be from different manufacturers, however the disk size must be the same. Rear Panel The back of Stora features a power switch, a power cable socket, a gigabit Ethernet port, a reset button, and two disk release latches; Disk Release latches 2. Ethernet port. 6. NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Reset button Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 11 Disk 2 Bay 3.
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...for about 5 seconds. Off: No disk installed. 12 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Ethernet port cable socket Figure 3 Stora Rear Panel 6. Turn off Stora: To correctly shutdown your Stora will blink before shutting off . No LED light: The system is not ready, however, if solid amber constantly, it... on and off . NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Solid Amber: Drive is powered off Stora and turn the on again to force shutdown. NOTE: To save power, your Stora, press and hold the power button to reboot the system. If ...
...for about 5 seconds. Off: No disk installed. 12 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted Ethernet port cable socket Figure 3 Stora Rear Panel 6. Turn off Stora: To correctly shutdown your Stora will blink before shutting off . No LED light: The system is not ready, however, if solid amber constantly, it... on and off . NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Solid Amber: Drive is powered off Stora and turn the on again to force shutdown. NOTE: To save power, your Stora, press and hold the power button to reboot the system. If ...
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Plug power cable Plug in Stora system. Plug ethernet cable into port located on back of unit. Solid Green: Indicates a 1G connection. Blinking Green or Amber: Indicates link activity. on back ... back to its original factory default settings. Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 13 Can also be used when changing your password. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Item USB Port Ethernet port Power cable socket Reset button Activity Plug an external device into socket located There is no LED associated ...
Plug power cable Plug in Stora system. Plug ethernet cable into port located on back of unit. Solid Green: Indicates a 1G connection. Blinking Green or Amber: Indicates link activity. on back ... back to its original factory default settings. Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 13 Can also be used when changing your password. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Item USB Port Ethernet port Power cable socket Reset button Activity Plug an external device into socket located There is no LED associated ...
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...: - "Configure your network. An electronic copy of the installation guide is also located on the product CD as well as on page 14. 2. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Initial Setup NETGEAR Stora works with both Macintosh and PC computers and comes complete with only one disk, and want to add a second disk for installation instructions...
...: - "Configure your network. An electronic copy of the installation guide is also located on the product CD as well as on page 14. 2. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Initial Setup NETGEAR Stora works with both Macintosh and PC computers and comes complete with only one disk, and want to add a second disk for installation instructions...
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NETGEAR Stora User Manual Connect Stora to your unit has ample ventilation. Be sure your Network The initial setup completion time is approximately 20 minutes. 1. Do not place items on top of Stora, or place liquids near or on top of your unit. Press the On button located on , the disk ... will flicker while the unit boots and obtains an IP address; After you turn solid blue. Your router must have completed connecting your Stora unit, your router and the other end to your network should resemble this illustration. Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to ...
NETGEAR Stora User Manual Connect Stora to your unit has ample ventilation. Be sure your Network The initial setup completion time is approximately 20 minutes. 1. Do not place items on top of Stora, or place liquids near or on top of your unit. Press the On button located on , the disk ... will flicker while the unit boots and obtains an IP address; After you turn solid blue. Your router must have completed connecting your Stora unit, your router and the other end to your network should resemble this illustration. Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to ...
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...automatically, go to My Computer and double-click StoraSetup.exe to Stora" setup screen displays. At this down, as you will need it later in the installation process. 2. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Configure your Stora Use the CD that it can store data.The software license ...agreement will display. Figure 6 Welcome Screen 3. Click Step 1: Set Up Your Stora to set up Stora so that comes with Stora unit to initialize. b. Insert ...
...automatically, go to My Computer and double-click StoraSetup.exe to Stora" setup screen displays. At this down, as you will need it later in the installation process. 2. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Configure your Stora Use the CD that it can store data.The software license ...agreement will display. Figure 6 Welcome Screen 3. Click Step 1: Set Up Your Stora to set up Stora so that comes with Stora unit to initialize. b. Insert ...
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... be able to choosing an email name; c. This is located on the Resource CD sleeve, and also on the bottom of Stora unit. Your Stora will not be no duplicates. The page will change when the process is already a registered name for your... Stora and License Agreement 4. Product Key: enter the product key that you choose is complete. Note: if the name you noted in Step 1. b. Click Next. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 7 Setup your Stora unit. Register Your Stora...
... be able to choosing an email name; c. This is located on the Resource CD sleeve, and also on the bottom of Stora unit. Your Stora will not be no duplicates. The page will change when the process is already a registered name for your... Stora and License Agreement 4. Product Key: enter the product key that you choose is complete. Note: if the name you noted in Step 1. b. Click Next. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 7 Setup your Stora unit. Register Your Stora...
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...Your user name is a case-sensitive name that guests will be the name you use to login to Stora system. Password: Enter your account a. Figure 9 Account Creation 6. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 8 Registration Screen 5. Display Name: This is case-sensitive. User Name: Enter a user... name. Be sure to complete. Click Next and follow the on-screen prompts to make a note of Stora name, your shared files and photos...
...Your user name is a case-sensitive name that guests will be the name you use to login to Stora system. Password: Enter your account a. Figure 9 Account Creation 6. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 8 Registration Screen 5. Display Name: This is case-sensitive. User Name: Enter a user... name. Be sure to complete. Click Next and follow the on-screen prompts to make a note of Stora name, your shared files and photos...