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... with other users. Register your WD product or software. Your product includes 30 days of your product online at http://register.wdc.com. MY NET N900 CENTRAL ii USER MANUAL Accessing Online Support Visit our product support website at http://support.wdc.com. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base...
... with other users. Register your WD product or software. Your product includes 30 days of your product online at http://register.wdc.com. MY NET N900 CENTRAL ii USER MANUAL Accessing Online Support Visit our product support website at http://support.wdc.com. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base...
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...being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they are not likely to www.wdc.com. 1 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Only use , and servicing. The safeguards incorporated into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,... or has been dropped. Carefully read and follow the Quick Install Guide and User Manual. Read these instructions. Heed all instructions. Do not use can result in any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is ...
...being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they are not likely to www.wdc.com. 1 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Only use , and servicing. The safeguards incorporated into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,... or has been dropped. Carefully read and follow the Quick Install Guide and User Manual. Read these instructions. Heed all instructions. Do not use can result in any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is ...
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... on the label on the date of purchase. You should also note the date of your WD product online at http://register.wdc.com. 2 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL
... on the label on the date of purchase. You should also note the date of your WD product online at http://register.wdc.com. 2 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL
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... get a smooth, streaming experience. Enables you a brilliant HD viewing experience. 1. FasTrack Plus also preserves the quality of the My Net™ N900 Central router are listed and described below. Performance depends on the network. Simultaneous dual band speed1 - Connect up Wi-Fi security, creating ...coverage. Installation software that connects your entertainment streaming, giving you to all the other adverse conditions. 3 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.wdc.com. Exclusive FasTrack Plus technology - This...
... get a smooth, streaming experience. Enables you a brilliant HD viewing experience. 1. FasTrack Plus also preserves the quality of the My Net™ N900 Central router are listed and described below. Performance depends on the network. Simultaneous dual band speed1 - Connect up Wi-Fi security, creating ...coverage. Installation software that connects your entertainment streaming, giving you to all the other adverse conditions. 3 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.wdc.com. Exclusive FasTrack Plus technology - This...
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...video clip with the push of important warnings or events on your files, music, and photos stored on the My Net N900 Central router. 4 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Open and view presentations and documents, stream media, and show off photos stored on the network. WPS (Wi-Fi... Protected Setup™) security - WD Photos lets you access your My Net N900 Central router. Internal storage - Keep your tablet or smartphone. Push ...
...video clip with the push of important warnings or events on your files, music, and photos stored on the My Net N900 Central router. 4 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Open and view presentations and documents, stream media, and show off photos stored on the network. WPS (Wi-Fi... Protected Setup™) security - WD Photos lets you access your My Net N900 Central router. Internal storage - Keep your tablet or smartphone. Push ...
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... 5 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW My Net View (Windows only) diagnoses and detects any issue within the network and recommends ways to the router's internal hard drive. WD SmartWare configures data backup of the Windows computers on the CD cover My Net N900 Central Quick Install Guide...up Mac® computers. residents, visit www.shopwd.com to support customers with Apple® Time Machine™ to your My Net N900 Central, the package contains: Network (Ethernet) cable AC Power adapter Setup CD containing setup software (Windows only), additional software, and ...
... 5 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW My Net View (Windows only) diagnoses and detects any issue within the network and recommends ways to the router's internal hard drive. WD SmartWare configures data backup of the Windows computers on the CD cover My Net N900 Central Quick Install Guide...up Mac® computers. residents, visit www.shopwd.com to support customers with Apple® Time Machine™ to your My Net N900 Central, the package contains: Network (Ethernet) cable AC Power adapter Setup CD containing setup software (Windows only), additional software, and ...
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Units sold in those locations have a fixed power plug. US/JA/TW EU/KO US/JA/TW EU/KO Installing Components Front Panel Removing Installing Removing Power LED Internet LED Internal Storage Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button Wireless LED Wi-Fi Protected Setup LED 6 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW AC Power Adapters The AC power adapter varies, depending on your location. Refer to the illustrations below. Some locations do not require a power plug clip.
Units sold in those locations have a fixed power plug. US/JA/TW EU/KO US/JA/TW EU/KO Installing Components Front Panel Removing Installing Removing Power LED Internet LED Internal Storage Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button Wireless LED Wi-Fi Protected Setup LED 6 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW AC Power Adapters The AC power adapter varies, depending on your location. Refer to the illustrations below. Some locations do not require a power plug clip.
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... Steady on WPS-enabled devices. Wireless Lit when wireless connection is active. After setup, light is solid when WPS is powered on that port. 7 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) When connecting the router and a wireless device (e.g., a printer) that Ethernet port. Blinks to indicate network activity on and operational...
... Steady on WPS-enabled devices. Wireless Lit when wireless connection is active. After setup, light is solid when WPS is powered on that port. 7 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) When connecting the router and a wireless device (e.g., a printer) that Ethernet port. Blinks to indicate network activity on and operational...
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Bottom (not shown) Component Reset button Description To reset your My Net N900 Central router to factory defaults, press and hold the Reset button until the power LED begins blinking (about 10 seconds). 1 8 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Bottom (not shown) Component Reset button Description To reset your My Net N900 Central router to factory defaults, press and hold the Reset button until the power LED begins blinking (about 10 seconds). 1 8 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL
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...page 10. If a dialog box does not display, click Start or > Computer and locate the My Net N900 Central router CD drive under Devices with Removable Storage. 9 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL GETTING STARTED 3 Getting Started This chapter contains the following topics: Installing the Router on the Network Using ...for Setup (Windows or Mac) Installing WD Software from the CD (Optional) Installing the Router on the Network Two methods install the My Net N900 Central router on your network: Setup CD - Windows Vista/Windows 7 1. Insert the Setup CD into your setup option screen. 2. Mac ...
...page 10. If a dialog box does not display, click Start or > Computer and locate the My Net N900 Central router CD drive under Devices with Removable Storage. 9 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL GETTING STARTED 3 Getting Started This chapter contains the following topics: Installing the Router on the Network Using ...for Setup (Windows or Mac) Installing WD Software from the CD (Optional) Installing the Router on the Network Two methods install the My Net N900 Central router on your network: Setup CD - Windows Vista/Windows 7 1. Insert the Setup CD into your setup option screen. 2. Mac ...
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Continue to display the Choose your setup option screen, click Set up a new router. On the Choose your setup option screen. 5. A screen showing a connected router appears: 10 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Setting up a New Router" below. Double-click the CD, and then double-click EasySetup.exe to "Setting up a New Router 1. GETTING STARTED 4.
Continue to display the Choose your setup option screen, click Set up a new router. On the Choose your setup option screen. 5. A screen showing a connected router appears: 10 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Setting up a New Router" below. Double-click the CD, and then double-click EasySetup.exe to "Setting up a New Router 1. GETTING STARTED 4.
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.... The utility checks your connection to step 5. 4. If the connection to the network cannot be established: a. If your Internet connection, click Skip. 11 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL The default connection type is connected properly and click Confirm: 3. To proceed without setting up your second attempt fails, the following screen displays: b. Make sure...
.... The utility checks your connection to step 5. 4. If the connection to the network cannot be established: a. If your Internet connection, click Skip. 11 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL The default connection type is connected properly and click Confirm: 3. To proceed without setting up your second attempt fails, the following screen displays: b. Make sure...
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... your wireless network screen displays. To use or configure the router without selecting the other options, clear the check boxes and click Next. 12 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Note: For more information on these router's wireless settings. The Router Setup Complete screen displays. 7. Accept the current values or enter a new network name...
... your wireless network screen displays. To use or configure the router without selecting the other options, clear the check boxes and click Next. 12 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Note: For more information on these router's wireless settings. The Router Setup Complete screen displays. 7. Accept the current values or enter a new network name...
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...and continue with "Basic Settings and Tasks" on page 14. c. Note: Windows users can set up the router using it. 13 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Register your name and email address, and click Register: b. (Optional) Select the Email me about product information, WD News, etc. check ...wireless, as described in "Connecting to the Router Wirelessly" on page 21 Using a Browser for those who simply want to a My Net N900 Central router you through the steps for physically connecting the router, this section is for users who want more specific information and for Setup (Windows...
...and continue with "Basic Settings and Tasks" on page 14. c. Note: Windows users can set up the router using it. 13 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Register your name and email address, and click Register: b. (Optional) Select the Email me about product information, WD News, etc. check ...wireless, as described in "Connecting to the Router Wirelessly" on page 21 Using a Browser for those who simply want to a My Net N900 Central router you through the steps for physically connecting the router, this section is for users who want more specific information and for Setup (Windows...
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... sure your computer's Wi-Fi is no password. Continue to "Configuring a New Router" on the front panel of wireless networks on page 15. 14 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL From the list of the router light up one by one as it on . 2. By default there is turned on . Using Ethernet cables, connect...
... sure your computer's Wi-Fi is no password. Continue to "Configuring a New Router" on the front panel of wireless networks on page 15. 14 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL From the list of the router light up one by one as it on . 2. By default there is turned on . Using Ethernet cables, connect...
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The Welcome screen displays: 3. Click Continue to display the first Connect to step 7. 15 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Continue to Internet screen. 4. In the address field, type http://wdrouter, http://wdrouter.local (for Mac computers), or http://192.168.1.1. GETTING STARTED Configuring a New Router 1. Open a browser. (See requirements in "Appendix: Technical Specifications" on page 85.) 2. Make sure that your router is connected properly and click Confirm. 5. If both connections are confirmed, click Next.
The Welcome screen displays: 3. Click Continue to display the first Connect to step 7. 15 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL Continue to Internet screen. 4. In the address field, type http://wdrouter, http://wdrouter.local (for Mac computers), or http://192.168.1.1. GETTING STARTED Configuring a New Router 1. Open a browser. (See requirements in "Appendix: Technical Specifications" on page 85.) 2. Make sure that your router is connected properly and click Confirm. 5. If both connections are confirmed, click Next.
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... "Advanced WAN (Internet) Category" on page 26 for more information about connection types. Click Next and follow the wizard's instructions for more information.) 16 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL
... "Advanced WAN (Internet) Category" on page 26 for more information about connection types. Click Next and follow the wizard's instructions for more information.) 16 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL
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Click OK. The My Dashboard home screen displays. Click Save. GETTING STARTED 3 Note: If you made changes, you will have to connect your router, continue with "Basic Settings and Tasks" on page 21. 17 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL The Wireless Setting Changed screen displays. Note: To configure your computer or wireless device to the new network. 9. 8.
Click OK. The My Dashboard home screen displays. Click Save. GETTING STARTED 3 Note: If you made changes, you will have to connect your router, continue with "Basic Settings and Tasks" on page 21. 17 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL The Wireless Setting Changed screen displays. Note: To configure your computer or wireless device to the new network. 9. 8.
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... (Windows) Use Easy Setup to install additional WD software on page 76 WD SmartWare online Help 18 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL For information about... WD Quick View WD Print Share My Net View WD SmartWare See... On the Choose your setup option screen, click Skip and go to install and...want to software installation. "Using WD Quick View (Windows or Mac)" on page 65 "Installing and Using WD Print Share" on page 77 "Accessing My Net View (Windows)" on a Windows computer at any time. 1. Start Easy Setup as described in "Starting Easy Setup (Windows)" on page 9. 2. Complete the...
... (Windows) Use Easy Setup to install additional WD software on page 76 WD SmartWare online Help 18 MY NET N900 CENTRAL USER MANUAL For information about... WD Quick View WD Print Share My Net View WD SmartWare See... On the Choose your setup option screen, click Skip and go to install and...want to software installation. "Using WD Quick View (Windows or Mac)" on page 65 "Installing and Using WD Print Share" on page 77 "Accessing My Net View (Windows)" on a Windows computer at any time. 1. Start Easy Setup as described in "Starting Easy Setup (Windows)" on page 9. 2. Complete the...