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WD Sentinel™ RX4100 Small Business Storage Server Administrator and Maintenance Guide
WD Sentinel™ RX4100 Small Business Storage Server Administrator and Maintenance Guide
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... Services ii 1 Important User Information 1 Important Safety Instructions 1 Handling Precautions 2 Recording Your WD Product Information 2 About This Guide 2 2 Product Overview 3 Getting to Know Your WD Sentinel RX4100 Server 3 Key Features 3 System Requirements and Compatibility Information 7 Technical Specifications 8 Product Views 9 Indicators 10 Where to Find Help 12 3 Connecting the Server and Getting Started...
... Services ii 1 Important User Information 1 Important Safety Instructions 1 Handling Precautions 2 Recording Your WD Product Information 2 About This Guide 2 2 Product Overview 3 Getting to Know Your WD Sentinel RX4100 Server 3 Key Features 3 System Requirements and Compatibility Information 7 Technical Specifications 8 Product Views 9 Indicators 10 Where to Find Help 12 3 Connecting the Server and Getting Started...
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.../Restoring (Windows PC 64 Recovering/Restoring (Mac 65 Backing up your WD Sentinel Server 66 Recovering the WD Sentinel Server to Factory Defaults 66 7 Best Practices 81 Setting up the WD Sentinel RX4100 81 Setting up Client Computers 81 Using the WD Sentinel RX4100 Efficiently 81 Replacing Drives 82 Sharing Files with External Users 82 Shutting...83 9 Managing iSCSI Storage 85 iSCSI Overview 85 iSCSI Roles 85 Managing iSCSI Targets 85 10 Regulatory and Warranty Information 90 Regulatory Compliance 90 WD SENTINEL RX4100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS -
.../Restoring (Windows PC 64 Recovering/Restoring (Mac 65 Backing up your WD Sentinel Server 66 Recovering the WD Sentinel Server to Factory Defaults 66 7 Best Practices 81 Setting up the WD Sentinel RX4100 81 Setting up Client Computers 81 Using the WD Sentinel RX4100 Efficiently 81 Replacing Drives 82 Sharing Files with External Users 82 Shutting...83 9 Managing iSCSI Storage 85 iSCSI Overview 85 iSCSI Roles 85 Managing iSCSI Targets 85 10 Regulatory and Warranty Information 90 Regulatory Compliance 90 WD SENTINEL RX4100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS -
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iii Limited Warranty 92 GNU General Public License ("GPL 93 11 Appendix 94 Hardware Replacement Procedures 94 Before You Begin 94 Installing the WD Sentinel Bezel 95 Replacing a Hard Drive 96 Removing the Unit Cover 98 Replacing the Internal Power Supply 100 Replacing a Server Fan 102 Replacing the Riser Card 104 Replacing the Mid-plane Card 105 WD Sentinel RX4100 Administrator Reference Sheet 106 12 Index 107 WD SENTINEL RX4100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS -
iii Limited Warranty 92 GNU General Public License ("GPL 93 11 Appendix 94 Hardware Replacement Procedures 94 Before You Begin 94 Installing the WD Sentinel Bezel 95 Replacing a Hard Drive 96 Removing the Unit Cover 98 Replacing the Internal Power Supply 100 Replacing a Server Fan 102 Replacing the Riser Card 104 Replacing the Mid-plane Card 105 WD Sentinel RX4100 Administrator Reference Sheet 106 12 Index 107 WD SENTINEL RX4100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS -
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... outlet and refer servicing to the product. Do not drop the product. Do not block the slots and openings on the product. - WD SENTINEL RX4100 1 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
... outlet and refer servicing to the product. Do not drop the product. Do not block the slots and openings on the product. - WD SENTINEL RX4100 1 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
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... the following precautions when unpacking and installing your computer. Be aware of used for operating the WD Sentinel server or to prevent damage to the server or your external storage product: Do not drop or jolt the WD...following conventions: Convention Bold font Note: Important: WARNING! IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - WD SENTINEL RX4100 2 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Recording Your WD Product Information Remember to prevent problems when using the WD Sentinel server Vital information for setup and technical support. WARNING! Unless otherwise noted, refer ...
... the following precautions when unpacking and installing your computer. Be aware of used for operating the WD Sentinel server or to prevent damage to the server or your external storage product: Do not drop or jolt the WD...following conventions: Convention Bold font Note: Important: WARNING! IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - WD SENTINEL RX4100 2 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Recording Your WD Product Information Remember to prevent problems when using the WD Sentinel server Vital information for setup and technical support. WARNING! Unless otherwise noted, refer ...
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...complete data protection for up and running again quickly. Time Machine backup support for Mac OS® clients: WD Sentinel RX4100 offers seamless support for Windows® clients: The included backup software saves time and space by automatically switching to the second... and Compatibility Information Technical Specifications Product Views Indicators Where to Find Help Getting to Know Your WD Sentinel RX4100 Server Congratulations on a client computer, the WD Sentinel RX4100's fast and easy restore function finds your entire office has never been easier. The drives...
...complete data protection for up and running again quickly. Time Machine backup support for Mac OS® clients: WD Sentinel RX4100 offers seamless support for Windows® clients: The included backup software saves time and space by automatically switching to the second... and Compatibility Information Technical Specifications Product Views Indicators Where to Find Help Getting to Know Your WD Sentinel RX4100 Server Congratulations on a client computer, the WD Sentinel RX4100's fast and easy restore function finds your entire office has never been easier. The drives...
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...Essentials operating system provides the intuitive, reliable and scalable storage solution your critical business data using iSCSI Target: WD Sentinel RX4100 offers built-in iSCSI target functionality integrated within Dashboard to -manage storage server designed specifically for both NAS File-...faster data transfer over should a power surge or other failure damage the internal power supply. WD Sentinel RX4100 features: Best-in US-only models WD SENTINEL RX4100 4 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Built with hard drives that will remain operational and available. ...
...Essentials operating system provides the intuitive, reliable and scalable storage solution your critical business data using iSCSI Target: WD Sentinel RX4100 offers built-in iSCSI target functionality integrated within Dashboard to -manage storage server designed specifically for both NAS File-...faster data transfer over should a power surge or other failure damage the internal power supply. WD Sentinel RX4100 features: Best-in US-only models WD SENTINEL RX4100 4 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Built with hard drives that will remain operational and available. ...
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...employees can also stream digital content like videos, music, or digital signage for secure and faster data transfer. Choose the plan that 's integrated within WD Sentinel's administration dashboard. We know how to build drives to your business. Why WD?: Western Digital has been making hard...When you need a little help you ! Stream digital media anywhere in your network: With the built-in US-only models WD SENTINEL RX4100 5 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE PRODUCT OVERVIEW Real-time system status through WD Sentinel's dashboard, which includes easyto-use and cost-...
...employees can also stream digital content like videos, music, or digital signage for secure and faster data transfer. Choose the plan that 's integrated within WD Sentinel's administration dashboard. We know how to build drives to your business. Why WD?: Western Digital has been making hard...When you need a little help you ! Stream digital media anywhere in your network: With the built-in US-only models WD SENTINEL RX4100 5 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE PRODUCT OVERVIEW Real-time system status through WD Sentinel's dashboard, which includes easyto-use and cost-...
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... AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Package Contents Small Business Storage Server 1 RJ-45 Ethernet cable 1.8 meter power cord Basic Installation Guide WD Sentinel RX4100 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.8 meter power cord Ethernet cable Basic Install Guide For information on additional accessories, visit: US Europe All others www.shopwd.com or www....
... AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Package Contents Small Business Storage Server 1 RJ-45 Ethernet cable 1.8 meter power cord Basic Installation Guide WD Sentinel RX4100 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.8 meter power cord Ethernet cable Basic Install Guide For information on additional accessories, visit: US Europe All others www.shopwd.com or www....
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... remote access outside the LAN • Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher-resolution monitor • USB Keyboard • USB Mouse or compatible pointing device WD SENTINEL RX4100 7 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
... remote access outside the LAN • Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher-resolution monitor • USB Keyboard • USB Mouse or compatible pointing device WD SENTINEL RX4100 7 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
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... by WD, this feature prevents drive fallout caused by the extended hard drive error-recovery processes common to 158 °F) • Power • Recovery WD SENTINEL RX4100 8 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE PRODUCT OVERVIEW Technical Specifications Specification Interfaces I/O ports Supported protocols Internal hard drives Description • High performance (10/100/1000) Gigabit Ethernet...
... by WD, this feature prevents drive fallout caused by the extended hard drive error-recovery processes common to 158 °F) • Power • Recovery WD SENTINEL RX4100 8 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE PRODUCT OVERVIEW Technical Specifications Specification Interfaces I/O ports Supported protocols Internal hard drives Description • High performance (10/100/1000) Gigabit Ethernet...
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... computers) • Bare metal restore for Windows clients • File/folder level restore Product Views Front View (With Bezel) Bezel Lock Bezel Bezel Lock WD SENTINEL RX4100 9 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
... computers) • Bare metal restore for Windows clients • File/folder level restore Product Views Front View (With Bezel) Bezel Lock Bezel Bezel Lock WD SENTINEL RX4100 9 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
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... on the back of the server recovers the server (including the operating system) while using a USB drive in an event of an OS corruption. WD SENTINEL RX4100 10 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE VGA port Connects to your VGA monitor DC In connector Connects the device to an AC power cord and the...
... on the back of the server recovers the server (including the operating system) while using a USB drive in an event of an OS corruption. WD SENTINEL RX4100 10 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE VGA port Connects to your VGA monitor DC In connector Connects the device to an AC power cord and the...
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... data is repaired. Indicates that a serious fault has occurred and needs immediate attention. Drive is a link connection WD SENTINEL RX4100 11 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Indicates that all lights in the bay. Indicates no longer RAID protected until the drive is... structure is transferring to /from the drives. Indicates a drive fault. Note that there is currently active. Indicates an inactive state. WD Sentinel server has successfully booted the software and is currently inactive. Indicates data transfer to /from drives. The system is installed in a RAID ...
... data is repaired. Indicates that a serious fault has occurred and needs immediate attention. Drive is a link connection WD SENTINEL RX4100 11 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Indicates that all lights in the bay. Indicates no longer RAID protected until the drive is... structure is transferring to /from the drives. Indicates a drive fault. Note that there is currently active. Indicates an inactive state. WD Sentinel server has successfully booted the software and is currently inactive. Indicates data transfer to /from drives. The system is installed in a RAID ...
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... the entire Microsoft Online Help system by entering it in the product box or available at http://products.wd.com/WDSentinel-RX4100 helps you install the WD Sentinel server. Important: Not all Microsoft Online Help is meant for help on a specific topic or term by clicking Microsoft ...products.wd.com/updates. For more information and news about this product, visit our website at the top right of the WD Sentinel RX4100. Additional Reference Basic Installation Guide WD Online Help Microsoft Online Help Description Included in the Microsoft Online Help search field at http://...
... the entire Microsoft Online Help system by entering it in the product box or available at http://products.wd.com/WDSentinel-RX4100 helps you install the WD Sentinel server. Important: Not all Microsoft Online Help is meant for help on a specific topic or term by clicking Microsoft ...products.wd.com/updates. For more information and news about this product, visit our website at the top right of the WD Sentinel RX4100. Additional Reference Basic Installation Guide WD Online Help Microsoft Online Help Description Included in the Microsoft Online Help search field at http://...
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...• None External Users (e.g., Clients or Business Partners) Primary Setup Tasks • None WD SENTINEL RX4100 13 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE User Roles and Responsibilities Types of WD Sentinel RX4100 Users At a high level there are two categories of users who need to access one or... and setting up your network. The table below provides a view into Your Office Connecting the WD Sentinel RX4100 Server to the network. • Configures the WD Sentinel server itself. CONNECTING THE SERVER AND GETTING STARTED 3 Connecting the Server and Getting Started User Roles ...
...• None External Users (e.g., Clients or Business Partners) Primary Setup Tasks • None WD SENTINEL RX4100 13 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE User Roles and Responsibilities Types of WD Sentinel RX4100 Users At a high level there are two categories of users who need to access one or... and setting up your network. The table below provides a view into Your Office Connecting the WD Sentinel RX4100 Server to the network. • Configures the WD Sentinel server itself. CONNECTING THE SERVER AND GETTING STARTED 3 Connecting the Server and Getting Started User Roles ...
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...on shared storage. • Starts manual backups. • Launches Remote Web Access. Note: For each user account, the WD Sentinel server enables the Administrator to the PCs in the office remotely. • Accesses media library. Remote Web Access Task Examples •...server performance. • Sets up Remote Web Access. • Manages updates. • Creates and manages iSCSI targets. password. WD SENTINEL RX4100 14 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Launchpad Task Examples • Accesses data on shared storage. • Connects to set granular permissions for which...
...on shared storage. • Starts manual backups. • Launches Remote Web Access. Note: For each user account, the WD Sentinel server enables the Administrator to the PCs in the office remotely. • Accesses media library. Remote Web Access Task Examples •...server performance. • Sets up Remote Web Access. • Manages updates. • Creates and manages iSCSI targets. password. WD SENTINEL RX4100 14 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Launchpad Task Examples • Accesses data on shared storage. • Connects to set granular permissions for which...
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...provided ethernet cable, connect the WD Sentinel server (either ethernet port 1 or 2) to an electrical outlet or a UPS. 5. CONNECTING THE SERVER AND GETTING STARTED How the WD Sentinel RX4100 Fits into Your Office Connecting the WD Sentinel RX4100 Server to Your Network (Preferred Method)... Use the following steps to physically connect your WD Sentinel RX4100 to your monitor. 6. Press the power button on the ...
...provided ethernet cable, connect the WD Sentinel server (either ethernet port 1 or 2) to an electrical outlet or a UPS. 5. CONNECTING THE SERVER AND GETTING STARTED How the WD Sentinel RX4100 Fits into Your Office Connecting the WD Sentinel RX4100 Server to Your Network (Preferred Method)... Use the following steps to physically connect your WD Sentinel RX4100 to your monitor. 6. Press the power button on the ...
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... interrupt the process. Do not power off or disconnect the WD Sentinel server. 4. If other devices using a client computer without connecting a monitor, keyboard, and mouse to a DHCP-enabled LAN. 2. WD SENTINEL RX4100 16 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE This process takes a few minutes. ...wizard button. 6. CONNECTING THE SERVER AND GETTING STARTED Connecting the WD Sentinel RX4100 Server from a client computer. 1. Using the provided AC power cord, connect the WD Sentinel server to access the WD Sentinel setup screen in your browser window. 5. WARNING! In the address...
... interrupt the process. Do not power off or disconnect the WD Sentinel server. 4. If other devices using a client computer without connecting a monitor, keyboard, and mouse to a DHCP-enabled LAN. 2. WD SENTINEL RX4100 16 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE This process takes a few minutes. ...wizard button. 6. CONNECTING THE SERVER AND GETTING STARTED Connecting the WD Sentinel RX4100 Server from a client computer. 1. Using the provided AC power cord, connect the WD Sentinel server to access the WD Sentinel setup screen in your browser window. 5. WARNING! In the address...