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Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
Thank you for choosing the Thecus N5200PRO IP Storage Server. The Thecus
N5200 is an easy-to-use storage server that allows a dedicated approach to
storing and distributing data on a network. Data reliability is ensured with RAID
features that provide data security and recovery—over one Terabyte of storage is
available using RAID 5 and RAID 6. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network
efficiency, allowing the N5200PRO to take over file management functions,
increase application and data sharing and provide faster data response. The
N5200PRO offers data mobility with a disk roaming feature that lets you hot swap
working hard drives for use in another N5200PRO, securing the continuity of data
in the event of hardware failure. The N5200PRO allows data consolidation and
sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple OS X
environments. The N5200PRO's user-friendly GUI supports multiple languages.
Product Highlights
File Server
First and foremost, the N5200PRO allows you to store and share files over an IP
network. With a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, you can centralize your
files and share them easily over your network. With the easy-to-use web-based
interface, users on your network can access these files in a snap.
To learn about the Web User Interface, go to Chapter 6: Using the N5200PRO
>
Using
WebDisk.
FTP Server
With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and
download files to your N5200PRO over the Internet with their favorite FTP
programs. You can create user accounts so that only authorized users have
access.
To set up the FTP Server, refer to Chapter 5: Additional Feature Setup >
FTP
Server.
Backup Server
Don't leave precious data to chance. With advanced backup capabilities, you can
easily upload mission critical files to the N5200PRO, and even automate your
backup tasks for true peace-of-mind.
To find out how to backup your files with the N5200PRO, refer to Chapter 6:
Using the N5200PRO >
File
Backup.
Printer Server
With the N5200PRO's Printer Server, you can easily share an IPP printer with
other PCs connected to your network.
To set up the Printer Server, refer to Chapter 5: Additional Feature Setup >
Printer
Server.
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