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... 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 DS5100/DS6100 Server 3 Key Features 3 System Requirements and Compatibility Information 7 Technical Specifications 8 Product Views 10 Indicators 12 LEDs 12 Where to Find Help 12 3 ...Managing Devices 31 Managing Storage 32 Monitoring Applications 33 Monitoring System Health and Alerts 33 Updating Software 37 WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS - i
... 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 DS5100/DS6100 Server 3 Key Features 3 System Requirements and Compatibility Information 7 Technical Specifications 8 Product Views 10 Indicators 12 LEDs 12 Where to Find Help 12 3 ...Managing Devices 31 Managing Storage 32 Monitoring Applications 33 Monitoring System Health and Alerts 33 Updating Software 37 WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS - i
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... RAID Storage 41 Storage Spaces 42 Setting Up Your Drives 42 Using USB Storage 47 Moving a Server Folder 48 6 Using the WD Sentinel Server's Features 50 Using the Launchpad (Internal Users 50 Accessing Shared Folders Over Your Network 56 Accessing Computers and Shared Folders Remotely 57 Backing up (... 71 Specific Problems and Corrective Actions 71 9 Regulatory and Warranty Information 76 Regulatory Compliance 76 Limited Warranty 77 GNU General Public License ("GPL 78 WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS - ii
... RAID Storage 41 Storage Spaces 42 Setting Up Your Drives 42 Using USB Storage 47 Moving a Server Folder 48 6 Using the WD Sentinel Server's Features 50 Using the Launchpad (Internal Users 50 Accessing Shared Folders Over Your Network 56 Accessing Computers and Shared Folders Remotely 57 Backing up (... 71 Specific Problems and Corrective Actions 71 9 Regulatory and Warranty Information 76 Regulatory Compliance 76 Limited Warranty 77 GNU General Public License ("GPL 78 WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS - ii
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iii 10 Appendix 79 Hardware Replacement Procedures 79 Before You Begin 79 Replacing a Hard Drive 80 Replacing a Server Fan 82 Removing the Unit Cover 84 Replacing the SODIMM Memory Module 85 Adding a Boot Drive 87 WD RAID Storage Utility 89 WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 Administrator Reference Sheet . . . . 96 11 Index 97 WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS -
iii 10 Appendix 79 Hardware Replacement Procedures 79 Before You Begin 79 Replacing a Hard Drive 80 Replacing a Server Fan 82 Removing the Unit Cover 84 Replacing the SODIMM Memory Module 85 Adding a Boot Drive 87 WD RAID Storage Utility 89 WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 Administrator Reference Sheet . . . . 96 11 Index 97 WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS -
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... product near any kind into this unit will protect you if you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your WD Sentinel device in a safe place. Unplug this product on an unstable surface. to ensure proper ventilation and reliable operation of used batteries... push objects of any liquids. Do not place this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to the manufacturer's instructions. WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 1 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE If liquid has been spilled on the back or bottom side of the chassis; When the power cord or plug...
... product near any kind into this unit will protect you if you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your WD Sentinel device in a safe place. Unplug this product on an unstable surface. to ensure proper ventilation and reliable operation of used batteries... push objects of any liquids. Do not place this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to the manufacturer's instructions. WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 1 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE If liquid has been spilled on the back or bottom side of the chassis; When the power cord or plug...
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...support. Names of items on the bottom of the following conventions: Convention Bold font Note: Important: WARNING! WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 2 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Extra, but not vital, information Essential Information to know or to prevent problems when using the WD... Sentinel server Vital information for operating the WD Sentinel server or to prevent damage to Microsoft® Online Help for WD-specific interface elements and functions. Be...
...support. Names of items on the bottom of the following conventions: Convention Bold font Note: Important: WARNING! WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 2 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Extra, but not vital, information Essential Information to know or to prevent problems when using the WD... Sentinel server Vital information for operating the WD Sentinel server or to prevent damage to Microsoft® Online Help for WD-specific interface elements and functions. Be...
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...It also incorporates the latest Microsoft technologies for small businesses. Key Features Ultra-compact storage plus server capabilities, the WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 is ideal for first use it intelligently manages drive and network status, reducing maintenance time so you can use right...access the information you need their first business server to Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard. Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 comes pre-installed with Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials, an ideal operating system for management, networking, data storage and backup...
...It also incorporates the latest Microsoft technologies for small businesses. Key Features Ultra-compact storage plus server capabilities, the WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 is ideal for first use it intelligently manages drive and network status, reducing maintenance time so you can use right...access the information you need their first business server to Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard. Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 comes pre-installed with Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials, an ideal operating system for management, networking, data storage and backup...
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...-in Active Directory and Primary Domain Controller: Small businesses need from virtually anywhere. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Built-in VPN: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 is a centralized storage solution with secure remote access. The anywhere access feature also supports remote system administration so ...Directory checks the submitted password and determines what data the user is easy because it . Easy setup and administration: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 includes the hardware and software needed to access. It provides easier setup, installation and migration experiences, a simplified management ...
...-in Active Directory and Primary Domain Controller: Small businesses need from virtually anywhere. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Built-in VPN: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 is a centralized storage solution with secure remote access. The anywhere access feature also supports remote system administration so ...Directory checks the submitted password and determines what data the user is easy because it . Easy setup and administration: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 includes the hardware and software needed to access. It provides easier setup, installation and migration experiences, a simplified management ...
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... serviceable, with the iSCSI Target. The pre-loaded boot drive(s) provides the ability to install online. Flexible Capacity: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 offers various storage capacities so you can be configured for fault tolerance, aggregated for high performance, or used for over... 3 TB and 4 TB expansion/replacement kits and other failure damage to partition their data using iSCSI Target: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 supports iSCSI. WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 5 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE IT Pro's and advanced users have the ability to the internal power supply, the...
... serviceable, with the iSCSI Target. The pre-loaded boot drive(s) provides the ability to install online. Flexible Capacity: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 offers various storage capacities so you can be configured for fault tolerance, aggregated for high performance, or used for over... 3 TB and 4 TB expansion/replacement kits and other failure damage to partition their data using iSCSI Target: WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 supports iSCSI. WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 5 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE IT Pro's and advanced users have the ability to the internal power supply, the...
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Package Contents Ultra-compact Storage Plus Server 1 RJ-45 Ethernet cable 1 -1.8 meter power adaptor with cord (WD Sentinel DS5100) 2 -1.8 meter poser adaptors with cords (WD Sentinel DS6100) 2 door lock keys Basic Installation Guide PRODUCT OVERVIEW WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 1.8 meter power cord and power adaptor Ethernet cable Basic Install Guide WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 6 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Package Contents Ultra-compact Storage Plus Server 1 RJ-45 Ethernet cable 1 -1.8 meter power adaptor with cord (WD Sentinel DS5100) 2 -1.8 meter poser adaptors with cords (WD Sentinel DS6100) 2 door lock keys Basic Installation Guide PRODUCT OVERVIEW WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 1.8 meter power cord and power adaptor Ethernet cable Basic Install Guide WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 6 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
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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 DS5100/DS6100 7 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE PRODUCT OVERVIEW For information on additional accessories, visit: US Europe All others www.shopwd.com or www.wdstore.com •...
... remote access outside the LAN • Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher-resolution monitor • USB Keyboard • USB Mouse or compatible pointing device WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 7 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE PRODUCT OVERVIEW For information on additional accessories, visit: US Europe All others www.shopwd.com or www.wdstore.com •...
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... WD Knowledge Base at http://support.wd.com. • WD Sentinel DS5100: Xeon E3-1220Lv2 Duel Core • WD Sentinel DS6100: Xeon E3-1265Lv2 Quad Core • WD Sentinel DS5100: 2 - 4 GBytes SODIMM DDR3-1600 • WD Sentinel DS6100: 2 - 8 GBytes SODIMM DDR3-1600 • 4 ...hard drive error-recovery processes common to 158 °F) • Power • Recovery • LCM Scroll buttons WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 8 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE PRODUCT OVERVIEW Technical Specifications Specification Interfaces Supported protocols Internal hard drives Description • 2 ...
... WD Knowledge Base at http://support.wd.com. • WD Sentinel DS5100: Xeon E3-1220Lv2 Duel Core • WD Sentinel DS6100: Xeon E3-1265Lv2 Quad Core • WD Sentinel DS5100: 2 - 4 GBytes SODIMM DDR3-1600 • WD Sentinel DS6100: 2 - 8 GBytes SODIMM DDR3-1600 • 4 ...hard drive error-recovery processes common to 158 °F) • Power • Recovery • LCM Scroll buttons WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 8 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE PRODUCT OVERVIEW Technical Specifications Specification Interfaces Supported protocols Internal hard drives Description • 2 ...
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... 50-client computer support for backup (Windows and Mac OS Client computers) • Bare metal restore for Windows clients • File/folder level restore WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 9 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
... 50-client computer support for backup (Windows and Mac OS Client computers) • Bare metal restore for Windows clients • File/folder level restore WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 9 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
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Product Views Front View Power / Status LED LCD Display Scroll buttons Power button PRODUCT OVERVIEW Status LEDs Drive Door Drive Door Lock WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 10 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Product Views Front View Power / Status LED LCD Display Scroll buttons Power button PRODUCT OVERVIEW Status LEDs Drive Door Drive Door Lock WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 10 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
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...a RAID system are on, no longer RAID protected until the drive is replaced and the RAID structure is a link connection WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 12 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE LEDs The LEDs on the back of the server recovers the server (including the operating system) while...standard Kensington security cable. DC In connector Connects the device to a local network. Visit http://www.kensington.com/ for more information. WD Sentinel server has successfully booted the software and is currently active. If the LED is equipped with USB 2.0 and 3.0 devices such as possible....
...a RAID system are on, no longer RAID protected until the drive is replaced and the RAID structure is a link connection WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 12 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE LEDs The LEDs on the back of the server recovers the server (including the operating system) while...standard Kensington security cable. DC In connector Connects the device to a local network. Visit http://www.kensington.com/ for more information. WD Sentinel server has successfully booted the software and is currently active. If the LED is equipped with USB 2.0 and 3.0 devices such as possible....
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... Help Microsoft Online Help Description Included in the Microsoft Online Help search field at the top right of the WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100. WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 13 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE For more information and news about this Administrator's Guide take precedence over the Microsoft...instructions for a particular page by clicking the Help button at http://products.wd.com/WDSentinel-DS5100 or http://products.wd.com/WDSentinel-DS6100 helps you install the WD Sentinel server. It is applicable to this manual from http://products.wd.com/updates. You can ...
... Help Microsoft Online Help Description Included in the Microsoft Online Help search field at the top right of the WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100. WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 13 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE For more information and news about this Administrator's Guide take precedence over the Microsoft...instructions for a particular page by clicking the Help button at http://products.wd.com/WDSentinel-DS5100 or http://products.wd.com/WDSentinel-DS6100 helps you install the WD Sentinel server. It is applicable to this manual from http://products.wd.com/updates. You can ...
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... are the customers and business partners with whom you though the process of connecting and setting up your WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 server and connecting it . External Users - Administrator (e.g., Business Owner) Internal Users (e.g., Employees) Primary Setup Tasks • ...exchange business data. Primary Setup Tasks • None External Users (e.g., Clients or Business Partners) Primary Setup Tasks • None WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 14 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Sales Staff), who performs the setup and routine management tasks on it to the network. •...
... are the customers and business partners with whom you though the process of connecting and setting up your WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 server and connecting it . External Users - Administrator (e.g., Business Owner) Internal Users (e.g., Employees) Primary Setup Tasks • ...exchange business data. Primary Setup Tasks • None External Users (e.g., Clients or Business Partners) Primary Setup Tasks • None WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 14 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Sales Staff), who performs the setup and routine management tasks on it to the network. •...
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... accounts and assigns permissions. • Manages shared folders. • Sets up and manages automatic backup schedule. • Manages WD Sentinel server settings, resolves any alerts, and monitors server performance. • Sets up Remote Web Access. • Manages updates. •... Clients or Business Partners) Primary User Interface Primary Interface Primary Interface • Dashboard - How the WD Sentinel Fits into Your Office WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 15 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Signs in using the assigned user name username required). Signs in using ...
... accounts and assigns permissions. • Manages shared folders. • Sets up and manages automatic backup schedule. • Manages WD Sentinel server settings, resolves any alerts, and monitors server performance. • Sets up Remote Web Access. • Manages updates. •... Clients or Business Partners) Primary User Interface Primary Interface Primary Interface • Dashboard - How the WD Sentinel Fits into Your Office WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 15 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Signs in using the assigned user name username required). Signs in using ...
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... Using the provided ethernet cable, connect the WD Sentinel server (either ethernet port 1 or 2) to your network. 1. WARNING! WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 16 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Connect your monitor to the VGA port on your WD Sentinel unit. Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse ...on the back of your WD Sentinel server. 3. Do not power off or disconnect the WD Sentinel server. CONNECTING THE SERVER AND GETTING STARTED Connecting the WD Sentinel Server to Your Network Use the following steps to physically connect your WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 server to a DHCP-enabled ...
... Using the provided ethernet cable, connect the WD Sentinel server (either ethernet port 1 or 2) to your network. 1. WARNING! WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 16 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Connect your monitor to the VGA port on your WD Sentinel unit. Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse ...on the back of your WD Sentinel server. 3. Do not power off or disconnect the WD Sentinel server. CONNECTING THE SERVER AND GETTING STARTED Connecting the WD Sentinel Server to Your Network Use the following steps to physically connect your WD Sentinel DS5100/DS6100 server to a DHCP-enabled ...
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... 3 minutes. If these steps are not followed, your WD Sentinel will not work properly. 1. Do not power off or disconnect the WD Sentinel server. Read the Microsoft and Western Digital license agreements, then click I accept. Do not interrupt the ...process. This section describes how to use the one time only) Your WD Sentinel server is complete, you complete the entire process outlined in steps 1- 10 below. Once the initial process is now ready to configure your server for first use. WD SENTINEL DS5100...
... 3 minutes. If these steps are not followed, your WD Sentinel will not work properly. 1. Do not power off or disconnect the WD Sentinel server. Read the Microsoft and Western Digital license agreements, then click I accept. Do not interrupt the ...process. This section describes how to use the one time only) Your WD Sentinel server is complete, you complete the entire process outlined in steps 1- 10 below. Once the initial process is now ready to configure your server for first use. WD SENTINEL DS5100...
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... characters long, can contain letters, numbers and dashes (-), can be up to change the system date and time settings: - Click Change date and time... WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 18 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Review the Configure Windows Server Essentials screen, then click Next. 5. Enter your company name. The name can not start...
... characters long, can contain letters, numbers and dashes (-), can be up to change the system date and time settings: - Click Change date and time... WD SENTINEL DS5100/DS6100 18 ADMINISTRATOR AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE Review the Configure Windows Server Essentials screen, then click Next. 5. Enter your company name. The name can not start...