Chapter 1: Introduction; Welcome - Linksys NSLU2 User Manual

Network Storage Link for USB 2.0 Disk Drives

Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the Network Storage Link for USB 2.0 Disk Drives. Now you can quickly and easily add
USB storage devices onto your network with the Network Storage Link.
This stand-alone Network Attached Storage device features two USB ports. One port can be used for a USB Flash
Drive, and the other can be connected to any USB hard drive. As your storage needs grow, you can simply install
a larger hard drive.
Installation of the Network Storage Link is simple - just plug it directly into your Ethernet network, and it's
instantly available, provided you have a DHCP server on your network. If you don't, it takes only a few minutes to
run the Windows setup utility and configure the Network Storage Link for your network.
The Network Storage Link features built-in disk utilities that are accessible through your web browser. You can
format a drive for initial use, and scan the disk for errors. If you've installed a second Network Storage Link, you
can back up data from one Network Storage Link to the other. You can also autmatically back up data to or from a
shared folder on a Windows system on your network.
For even more flexibility and utility, the Network Storage Link can be set up to be accessible directly from the
Internet, which allows access to stored files via a web browser. Files can be available publicly in your network, or
you can create password-protected accounts for your authorized users.
The Network Storage Link is a powerful, flexible, and economical addition to your network. Use the instructions in
this User Guide to help you connect the Network Storage Link for USB 2.0 Disk Drives, set it up, and configure it
for easy use. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Network Storage Link for USB
2.0 Disk Drives.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome