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Client Computers 2 3 4 http://wd.com/setup/wdmycloudEX4 OR Mobile Devices 2 3 4 192.168.x.xxx http://wdmycloudEX4 http://wdmycloudEX4.local * WD My Cloud EX4 and wireless device must be Wi-Fi® connected to the same network.
Client Computers 2 3 4 http://wd.com/setup/wdmycloudEX4 OR Mobile Devices 2 3 4 192.168.x.xxx http://wdmycloudEX4 http://wdmycloudEX4.local * WD My Cloud EX4 and wireless device must be Wi-Fi® connected to the same network.
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....com or by keyword, phrase, or answer ID. Installation-Get online installation help us an opportunity to get the most out of your personal cloud storage device (http://www.wd.com/setup). This 30-day period starts on the date of your first telephone contact with other WD users. ... special offers. Warranty & RMA Services-Get warranty, product replacement (RMA), RMA status, and data recovery information. Knowledge Base-Search by using WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage software.
....com or by keyword, phrase, or answer ID. Installation-Get online installation help us an opportunity to get the most out of your personal cloud storage device (http://www.wd.com/setup). This 30-day period starts on the date of your first telephone contact with other WD users. ... special offers. Warranty & RMA Services-Get warranty, product replacement (RMA), RMA status, and data recovery information. Knowledge Base-Search by using WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage software.
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... 44 About Shares 48 6 Backing Up and Retrieving Files 52 About Backups 52 Managing a USB Device and USB Backups 52 Remote Backups 55 WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS - i
... 44 About Shares 48 6 Backing Up and Retrieving Files 52 About Backups 52 Managing a USB Device and USB Backups 52 Remote Backups 55 WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS - i
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... Apps on the WD My Cloud EX4 83 About Apps 83 Managing Apps 83 9 Accessing Your Cloud Remotely 88 Enabling Cloud Access for the WD My Cloud EX4 Device 88 Configuring Cloud Access for a User 88 Mobilizing Your Files with WD My Cloud EX4 Mobile Apps 90 About WD My Cloud Mobile App 92 WD My Cloud Desktop Application 95 10...
... Apps on the WD My Cloud EX4 83 About Apps 83 Managing Apps 83 9 Accessing Your Cloud Remotely 88 Enabling Cloud Access for the WD My Cloud EX4 Device 88 Configuring Cloud Access for a User 88 Mobilizing Your Files with WD My Cloud EX4 Mobile Apps 90 About WD My Cloud Mobile App 92 WD My Cloud Desktop Application 95 10...
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iii Appendix B: Joomla Setup Guide 144 Appendix C: phpBB Setup Guide 148 Appendix D: Supported RAID Modes 153 Appendix E: RAID Migrations 153 Appendix F: Safe Mode Firmware Update Procedures 154 13 Regulatory and Warranty Information 155 Regulatory Compliance 155 Warranty Information (All Regions Except Australia/New Zealand) 156 Warranty Information (Australia/New Zealand only 157 14 Index 159 WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS -
iii Appendix B: Joomla Setup Guide 144 Appendix C: phpBB Setup Guide 148 Appendix D: Supported RAID Modes 153 Appendix E: RAID Migrations 153 Appendix F: Safe Mode Firmware Update Procedures 154 13 Regulatory and Warranty Information 155 Regulatory Compliance 155 Warranty Information (All Regions Except Australia/New Zealand) 156 Warranty Information (Australia/New Zealand only 157 14 Index 159 WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS -
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... not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. Do not allow anything to normal condition. - WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 1 USER MANUAL Do not use , and servicing. Follow all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. ...
... not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. Do not allow anything to normal condition. - WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 1 USER MANUAL Do not use , and servicing. Follow all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. ...
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Model Number - Purchase Date - Your WD product information is used for setup and technical support. System and Software Notes WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 2 USER MANUAL Serial Number - IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION Recording Your WD Product Information Remember to write down the following WD product information, which is found on the label on the bottom of the device. -
Model Number - Purchase Date - Your WD product information is used for setup and technical support. System and Software Notes WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 2 USER MANUAL Serial Number - IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION Recording Your WD Product Information Remember to write down the following WD product information, which is found on the label on the bottom of the device. -
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...System Features About the Online Learning Center Package Contents Pre-installation Instructions Handling Precautions Product Components About the System The WD My Cloud EX4 personal cloud storage system is a high-performance, four-bay NAS for your home or small office. For more options to secure ...can upload, access and share your documents from any computer, tablet, or smartphone when connected to your needs expand. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 3 USER MANUAL Connect this powerful system to four drives and grow as your media and files from anywhere. Choose RAID 0,...
...System Features About the Online Learning Center Package Contents Pre-installation Instructions Handling Precautions Product Components About the System The WD My Cloud EX4 personal cloud storage system is a high-performance, four-bay NAS for your home or small office. For more options to secure ...can upload, access and share your documents from any computer, tablet, or smartphone when connected to your needs expand. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 3 USER MANUAL Connect this powerful system to four drives and grow as your media and files from anywhere. Choose RAID 0,...
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... to protect your energy bill with setting up remote access, backing up , your high-speed digital life. Mac® users, utilize all your content in -depth, interactive information on My Cloud EX4 and instantly expand your storage capacity. Integrated energy-saving features - No limits. Simply attach ...Center provides the latest information, instructions, and software to one safe place on /off. No mysterious location of their WD My Cloud EX4 device. This web-based guide offers step-by-step help users get the most out of your product whenever new features become ...
... to protect your energy bill with setting up remote access, backing up , your high-speed digital life. Mac® users, utilize all your content in -depth, interactive information on My Cloud EX4 and instantly expand your storage capacity. Integrated energy-saving features - No limits. Simply attach ...Center provides the latest information, instructions, and software to one safe place on /off. No mysterious location of their WD My Cloud EX4 device. This web-based guide offers step-by-step help users get the most out of your product whenever new features become ...
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WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 5 USER MANUAL Operating System Windows® Mac OS X® Windows 8 Windows 7 Windows Vista® Windows XP (32 bit) SP3...Technical Support in your computer's hardware configuration and operating system. Package Contents WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage device Ethernet cable AC power adapter Quick Install Guide PRODUCT OVERVIEW WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage Device AC adapter* Ethernet cable Quick Install Guide For information on your region. For a...
WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 5 USER MANUAL Operating System Windows® Mac OS X® Windows 8 Windows 7 Windows Vista® Windows XP (32 bit) SP3...Technical Support in your computer's hardware configuration and operating system. Package Contents WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage device Ethernet cable AC power adapter Quick Install Guide PRODUCT OVERVIEW WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage Device AC adapter* Ethernet cable Quick Install Guide For information on your region. For a...
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.... This will cause your device to obtain maximum efficiency. Observe the following precautions when unpacking and installing your device to become unresponsive. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 6 USER MANUAL Handling Precautions WD products are precision instruments and must be handled with nothing blocking or covering the slots and openings on the...
.... This will cause your device to obtain maximum efficiency. Observe the following precautions when unpacking and installing your device to become unresponsive. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 6 USER MANUAL Handling Precautions WD products are precision instruments and must be handled with nothing blocking or covering the slots and openings on the...
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Product Components Front View PRODUCT OVERVIEW Power LED LCD Display Scroll buttons Power button Drive LEDs Drive Bay Doors WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 7 USER MANUAL
Product Components Front View PRODUCT OVERVIEW Power LED LCD Display Scroll buttons Power button Drive LEDs Drive Bay Doors WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 7 USER MANUAL
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... For device security, the device is equipped with a security slot that supports a standard Kensington security cable. Connects the device to a local network. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 8 USER MANUAL USB 3.0 port Reset button Power port Connects to a USB hard drive for more information. RESET Restores settings such as the administrator user...
... For device security, the device is equipped with a security slot that supports a standard Kensington security cable. Connects the device to a local network. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 8 USER MANUAL USB 3.0 port Reset button Power port Connects to a USB hard drive for more information. RESET Restores settings such as the administrator user...
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... wait for the Power LED on page 131 Physically Connecting the Device Note: Remove the sticker from the back of your device. 3 1 4 2 WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 9 USER MANUAL Then, download and run the quick setup software, available at http://www.wd.com/setup. GETTING STARTED 3 Getting Started Physically Connecting the... shutting down and disconnecting the device, see "Utilities" on the front of the unit prior to connecting your device to set up the WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage device --
... wait for the Power LED on page 131 Physically Connecting the Device Note: Remove the sticker from the back of your device. 3 1 4 2 WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 9 USER MANUAL Then, download and run the quick setup software, available at http://www.wd.com/setup. GETTING STARTED 3 Getting Started Physically Connecting the... shutting down and disconnecting the device, see "Utilities" on the front of the unit prior to connecting your device to set up the WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage device --
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... Status Messages Device name IP address Current firmware version Fan speed Drive status WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 10 USER MANUAL Important: We recommend that make using and maintaining your device easier. When the LED on your device turns a solid ... power adapter into a router or network switch port. 3. GETTING STARTED Follow the steps below to connect the WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage device to the Ethernet port located on your computer page. Using the provided power adapter, connect one end of the device. ...
... Status Messages Device name IP address Current firmware version Fan speed Drive status WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 10 USER MANUAL Important: We recommend that make using and maintaining your device easier. When the LED on your device turns a solid ... power adapter into a router or network switch port. 3. GETTING STARTED Follow the steps below to connect the WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage device to the Ethernet port located on your computer page. Using the provided power adapter, connect one end of the device. ...
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LEDs Front Panel Power LED The following table describes the front panel power LED behavior. Device is powering on page 31. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 11 USER MANUAL For information on managing your device by pressing the scroll buttons: Alerts When an alert occurs, the alert ...(on the LCD screen as well as the Alert icon and window within the WD My Cloud EX4 Dashboard. State Power Down Powering Up Color Black (off ) state. GETTING STARTED The WD My Cloud EX4 device allows you to scroll though the various informational messages on your alerts, see "Managing Alerts...
LEDs Front Panel Power LED The following table describes the front panel power LED behavior. Device is powering on page 31. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 11 USER MANUAL For information on managing your device by pressing the scroll buttons: Alerts When an alert occurs, the alert ...(on the LCD screen as well as the Alert icon and window within the WD My Cloud EX4 Dashboard. State Power Down Powering Up Color Black (off ) state. GETTING STARTED The WD My Cloud EX4 device allows you to scroll though the various informational messages on your alerts, see "Managing Alerts...
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... Panel Ethernet (Network) LEDs The following table describes the front panel hard drive LED behavior. Active communication is present and showing drive activity. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 12 USER MANUAL
... Panel Ethernet (Network) LEDs The following table describes the front panel hard drive LED behavior. Active communication is present and showing drive activity. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 12 USER MANUAL
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... address field, type http://wd.com/setup/wdmycloudex4 to display the Welcome to display the download page: WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 13 USER MANUAL Click WD My Cloud EX4 to the Learning Center page: 3. For browser requirements, see "Web Browsers" on page 6. 2. Downloading and Installing... the Online Setup Software Before plugging in your WD My Cloud EX4 device, use the following steps to set up your device. 1. Use the following steps to download the software necessary to download and run...
... address field, type http://wd.com/setup/wdmycloudex4 to display the Welcome to display the download page: WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 13 USER MANUAL Click WD My Cloud EX4 to the Learning Center page: 3. For browser requirements, see "Web Browsers" on page 6. 2. Downloading and Installing... the Online Setup Software Before plugging in your WD My Cloud EX4 device, use the following steps to set up your device. 1. Use the following steps to download the software necessary to download and run...
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..., then double-click Setup.exe (Windows) or WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage Setup.dmg (Mac) to your operating system (OS). Access your OS from the pull-down menu at the top of the License Agreement" check box and click Next. Read the Western Digital License Agreement that displays, then select the "I accept the...
..., then double-click Setup.exe (Windows) or WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage Setup.dmg (Mac) to your operating system (OS). Access your OS from the pull-down menu at the top of the License Agreement" check box and click Next. Read the Western Digital License Agreement that displays, then select the "I accept the...
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... information on the screen, then check your device to "Creating a Personal Cloud". Select your device. 3. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 15 USER MANUAL The software discovers your WD My Cloud EX4 device and click Next. 4. Continue following the instructions outlined in "Creating a Personal Cloud" on the LCD of your device is solid blue, click Next...
... information on the screen, then check your device to "Creating a Personal Cloud". Select your device. 3. WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE 15 USER MANUAL The software discovers your WD My Cloud EX4 device and click Next. 4. Continue following the instructions outlined in "Creating a Personal Cloud" on the LCD of your device is solid blue, click Next...