20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC: EN 60950-1:2006/AC:2011: Information technology equipment - Safety - Part 1: General requirements EN 55022: 2010/AC:2011: Information technology equipment - Radio disturbance characteristics Limits and methods of measurement Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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Hereby, Seagate, declares that this Desktop NAS is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2004/5/EC. Español Por medio de la presente Seagate declara que el Desktop NAS cumple con los requisitos [Spanish] esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 2004/5/CE.
Seagate declara que este Desktop NAS está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e [Portuguese] outras disposições da Directiva 2004/104/CE. Slovensko Seagate izjavlja, da je ta Desktop NAS v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi [Slovenian] relevantnimi določili direktive 2004/104/ES. Slovensky Seagate týmto vyhlasuje, že Desktop NAS spĺňa základné...
Safe handling The Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay must run with all of its parts and units in place. In order to comply with applicable safety, emission, and thermal requirements, the cover should not be removed and all drives and/or empty drive trays must be installed according to the instructions (see Setup).
NAS from tipping or being pushed over during installation or in normal use. Do not add any load onto the Seagate WSS NAS when it is placed onto the surface. Doing so can prevent proper airflow and affect operation.
Data security Any loss, corruption, or destruction of data while using a Seagate hard drive or a Seagate hard drive system is the sole responsibility of the user, and under no circumstances will Seagate be held liable for the recovery or restoration of this data.
Introduc on Thank you for purchasing a Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay. Powered by Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials, your Seagate WSS NAS gives you the advanced file sharing and network security tools to manage your company’s data.
Important info: Save your packaging. In the event that the product requires repair or service, it must be returned in its original packaging. Seagate WSS NAS features Important info: Your Seagate WSS NAS must be connected to a DHCP server to allow proper automatic remote server setup. Client types...
NTFS online scan and repair (CHKDSK) For optimal performance, use Gigabit Ethernet equipment. Important info: External forces such as network activity, hardware, distance, and setup can affect your Seagate product’s performance. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
Seagate WSS NAS 6-Bay (up to six 3.5 inch/2.5 inch hard drives) Each individual hard drive is swappable and field replaceable. When installing hard drives into the Seagate WSS NAS, Seagate recommends 3.0 Gb/s SATA hard drives up to 7200 RPM. For optimal performance, use Seagate NAS HDD.
0% to 95% non-condensing Electrical The included power supply is meant for use with the Seagate WSS NAS. It is not compatible with power supplies provided with other hard drive enclosures produced by Seagate, an affiliate of Seagate or a third party.
1. Hard drive LEDS: The LEDs blink to indicate activity for the drive. 2. Power button and status LED: Turn the NAS on/off (see Operation). 3. Function button: Push the button to initiate the installation of the operating system (diskless models) Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
2. LCD menu: Review the WSS NAS’s settings (see LCD Menu (NAS Pro 4-Bay and 6-Bay). 3. Hard drive LEDs: Activity LEDs for the hard drives. 4. Power button and status LED: Turn the NAS on/off (see Operation). Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
3. Hard drive LEDs: Activity LEDs for the hard drives. 4. Power button and status LED: Turn the NAS on/off (see Operation). 5. Function button: Push the button to initiate the installation of the operating system (diskless models) Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
6. Ventilation: Keeps your NAS's power supply unit cool during operation. Be sure not to block the fan exhaust when using the product. 7. Kensington lock: Secure the NAS to a desk using a compatible cable. WSS NAS 4-Bay Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
6. Ventilation: Keeps your NAS's power supply unit cool during operation. Be sure not to block the fan exhaust when using the product. 7. Kensington lock: Secure the NAS to a desk using a compatible cable. WSS NAS 6-Bay Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
Two USB 3.0 ports (front and rear) One USB 2.0 port (rear) Connect USB direct-attached storage (DAS) devices to the Seagate WSS NAS for backups. Compatible file formats for DAS include: NTFS, exFAT and FAT32. Other storage formats are not recognized by the WSS NAS.
System LEDs The Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay features LEDs that provide information on the system's status. Review the illustrations below for the LED locations on the chassis. WSS NAS LEDs Status and drive LEDs 1. Hard drives (The number of hard drive LEDs differs by model.) 2.
The list of colors below helps you identify the general status of your NAS. Color Status Solid white Ready Blinking white Startup; recovery Alternating red and white Fan error Blinking red Warning or notice Solid red Error; no system disk Hard drive LEDs Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
Blinking white Performing recovery Ethernet ac vity LED The NAS's Ethernet activity LED indicates access to the device: Color Status Steady amber No activity Blinking amber Activity; Wake on LAN is enabled Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
Ethernet speed LED The NAS Ethernet speed LED indicates the speed of your network connection: Color Status 10Mb/s Amber 100Mb/s Green 1Gb/s Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
Setup The Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay is available with hard drives or without hard drives. Models without hard drives are also known as diskless enclosures. Refer to the links below for instructions on how to set up your Seagate WSS NAS.
Cable management: Careful management of cables is recommended for optimal operation. It prevents potential hazards and allows for easier maintenance. Step 2 – Power on the WSS NAS 1. Push the power button on the front of the WSS NAS. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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2. The WSS NAS can take a few minutes to boot. Wait a minimum of three minutes for the LED to turn solid before moving to the next step. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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Step 3 - Connect via Remote Desktop Connec on Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
3. Choose Connect. 4. Enter the default login, administrator, and password, admin 5. Choose OK. Upon login, review the Seagate Setup Assistant for recommendations on how to configure your WSS NAS. NAS: Diskless enclosure Step 1 - Cables Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay...
Step 2 - Insert hard drives Consider the following before inserting hard drives into the enclosure: Seagate recommends installing the hard drives into the diskless enclosure from left to right. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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2. Gently bend the left side of the tray and connect the hard drive to the two pins on the right. 3. Release the left side of the tray and connect the remaining two pins to the hard drive. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
4. Insert the hard drives into the WSS NAS’s bays. Push each hard drive tray into the bay as far as it will go before closing the tray handle. Step 3 – Power on the NAS (recovery mode) Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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When first booting a diskless Seagate WSS NAS, the device must be placed into recovery mode to install the operating system on Disk 1. 1. Use a thin pointed object (e.g. paperclip, thin screwdriver, etc.) to push the recovery button. Hold the recovery button while applying a short push on the power button on the front of the WSS NAS.
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LEDs turn solid, push the function button to install Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials. The installation can take approximately 20 minutes. Wait for the status LED to turn solid before moving to the next step. Step 5 - Connect via Remote Desktop Connec on Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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3. Choose Connect. 4. Enter the default login, administrator, and password, admin 5. Choose OK. Upon login, review the Seagate Setup Assistant for recommendations on how to configure your WSS NAS. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
2. Make certain that all hard drive trays are securely attached to the enclosure. 3. Apply a short push to the product's power button. See the note below regarding a short push and a long push. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
A short push is a manual depression on the power button that lasts no longer than two seconds. When the product is operating, a short push on the power button turns off the WSS NAS. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
NAS, forcing it to shut down immediately. A long push is not recommended since it can result in data loss. Use it only when troubleshooting a problem. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
LCD Menu (4-Bay and 6-Bay) The Seagate WSS NAS 4-Bay and 6-Bay include an LCD menu. You can check general hardware and operating system settings while the WSS NAS is powered on. Review the table below for further details on the LCD menu.
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So ware Your Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay is powered by Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials. Use the Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials dashboard to: Configure storage spaces and volumes Create users and groups for access rights to data...
Hard Drive Maintenance The Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay is a desktop hard drive enclosure. Review the details below for hard drive tray locations and, where applicable, replacement. Important info: Refer to the product's Warranty before performing any hardware repairs or ...
Important info: The WSS NAS only accepts internal 3.5-inch SATA hard drives. Do not use 3.5- inch hard drives built for external storage or SAS hard drives. Seagate hard drives are optimized for use with your NAS. See Seagate NAS HDD for further information.
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3. Release the left side of the tray and connect the remaining two pins to the hard drive. 4. Insert the hard drive tray into the WSS NAS’s bay. Push it into the bay as far as it will go before closing the tray handle. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
SAS hard drives. Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive/SSD requires the following: Screws included with your Seagate WSS NAS. A 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD. A standard Philips head screwdriver. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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2.5-inch hard drive is equal to or greater than the disk you are replacing. 1. Remove a hard drive tray from the Seagate WSS NAS. It can be empty or filled with a hard drive you want to replace.
Image A Image B 4. Align the screw holes on the hard drive tray with the screw holes on the bottom of the 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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5. Use the included screws to fix the 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD to the hard drive tray. Use all four screws. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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6. Insert the hard drive tray into the empty slot. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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7. Run Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials to manage the new storage. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
Warranty to understand your warranty rights and responsibilities. Note: Seagate is dedicated to providing high quality products that enrich the lives of our customers. To help Seagate offer the best customer support, we encourage you to create an account and register your product at https://www.onlineregister.com/seagate/.
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NAS's LCD (4-Bay and 6-Bay only). Q: How do I know if the firmware is the latest version? A: The Seagate Monitor tab automatically checks for updates and prompts you when new firmware is available. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay...
Seagate WSS NAS Recovery Your Seagate WSS NAS features a flash drive on its motherboard. The flash drive has a dedicated recovery that installs Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials on Disk 1. You can use the Seagate WSS NAS...
Back up the WSS NAS The Seagate WSS NAS Recovery installs a new version of Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials on Disk 1. It is designed to leave the remaining hard drives untouched. However, to guarantee that data stored on the NAS is preserved, Seagate recommends that you back up the NAS's volumes before moving forward with the recovery.
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2. The status LED blinks for approximately 5 minutes. Wait for the status and function LEDs to turn solid before moving to the next step. 3. Push the function button to install Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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4. Depending upon the speed of the hard drive inserted into the Disk 1 tray, the installation can take up to 20 minutes. Wait for the status LED to turn solid before moving to the next step. Seagate WSS NAS 2-Bay | 4-Bay | 6-Bay 4/13/15...
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4. Enter the default login, administrator, and password, admin Review the options presented by the Seagate Setup Assistant. To better manage your WSS NAS, make certain to follow the instructions to install the Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials dashboard.
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