Connecting / Installing Network Drive Pro; Chapter - Freecom NETWORK HARD DRIVE PRO User Manual

Freecom Network Drive Pro
Chapter 1: Connecting / Installing Network Drive Pro
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1.1 Hardware Installation
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Setup of the Network Drive Pro is performed using the following steps:
1. Plug the Network Drive Pro's power cord into a power outlet.
2. Switch on DHCP on the PC in the TCP/IP-configuration. (For more information see
Appendix B)
3. Connect the included Ethernet Cable into the Ethernet port on the rear of Network
Drive Pro into one of the LAN ports. Connect the other end of the cable directly to
the PC.
4. Check the LINK/ACT light on the UTP port you have connected on the Network Drive
Pro. If it is lit, then your Network Drive Pro is connected properly.
1. Installation of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant Software (PC)
The Freecom Network Storage Assistant quickly detects and performs the basic set-up
of your Network Drive Pro. When you start it, it displays all Network Drives Pro available
in your network and helps you configure the Network Drive Pro as a printer server or
create network folders.
1. Insert the Freecom Network Drive Pro software & Manual CD into your CD drive. The
Freecom start menu opens:
In case the software does not open automatically, please click on "Start.exe" in the
main directory of the CD.
2. Click on "Software Installation" -> "FNS Assistant". The installation starts now. Follow
the instructions on the screen.
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