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Access a Storage Device That Is Connected to the Router
From a Mac
From a computer or device on the network, you can access a storage device that is connected to the router.
To access the device from a Mac:
1.
Connect a USB storage device to a USB port on your router.
2.
If your USB storage device uses a power supply, connect it.
You must use the power supply when you connect the USB storage device to the router.
When you connect the USB storage device to the router's port, it might take up to two minutes before
it is ready for sharing. By default, the USB storage device is available to all computers on your local
area network (LAN).
3.
On a Mac that is connected to the network, select Go > Connect to Server.
The Connect to Server window displays.
4.
In the Server Address field, enter smb://readyshare.
5.
When prompted, select the Guest radio button.
6.
Click the Connect button.
A window automatically opens and displays the files and folders on the USB storage device.
Back Up Windows-Based Computers With ReadySHARE
Vault
Your router comes with free backup software for all the Windows-based computers in your home. Connect
a USB hard disk drive (HDD) to the router for centralized, continuous, and automatic backup.
The following operating systems support ReadySHARE Vault:
•
Windows 7
•
Windows 8
•
Windows 8.1
•
Windows 10
To back up your Windows-based computer:
1.
Connect a USB HDD storage device to a USB port on the router.
2.
If your USB storage device uses a power supply, connect it.
You must use the power supply when you connect the USB storage device to the router.
When you connect the USB storage device to the router's USB port, it might take up to two minutes
before it is ready for sharing. By default, the USB storage device is available to all computers on your
local area network (LAN).
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