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EtherFast
Network Attached Storage
120GB with PrintServer

User Guide

WIRED
EFG120
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  • Page 1: User Guide

    ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. ® EtherFast Network Attached Storage 120GB with PrintServer User Guide WIRED EFG120 Model No.
  • Page 2 EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The Administration Tab - Advanced - Shares The Administration Tab - Advanced - Backup The Administration Tab - Advanced - Disk The Administration Tab - Advanced - Upgrade The Administration Tab - Advanced - Setup The User Guide Tab The Linksys WEB Tab Appendix A: Troubleshooting...
  • Page 4 EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix B: Installing a Second Hard Drive Appendix C: Setting Up the Built-in PrintServer Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information...
  • Page 5 EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) List of Figures Figure 2-1: Back Panel Figure 2-2: Front Panel Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 3-2: Connect the Power Adapter Figure 4-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Figure 4-2: Select the Network Attached Storage Figure 4-3: IP Settings Screen Figure 4-4: Fixed IP Address Screen Figure 4-5: DHCP Server Settings Screen...
  • Page 6 EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Figure 4-25: Copy Files Screen Figure 4-26: Install Summary Screen Figure 4-27: Registration Screen Figure 4-28: Registration Completed Screen Figure 4-29: Desktop Icon Figure 4-30: Special Offer Screen Figure 4-31: Information Screen Figure 4-32: Purchase Software Screen Figure 5-1: Accessing the Web Utility Figure 5-2: WEB Management Home Page Figure 5-3: Home Tab - User Log in (Private Data)
  • Page 7 EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Figure B-4: Insert Screw through Left Side of Tray Figure B-5: Insert Screw through Right Side of Tray Figure B-6: Access the Web-based Utility Figure B-7: Format Disk 2 Figure C-1: Click Start Button Figure C-2: Double-Click Printers Folder Figure C-3: Double-Click Add Printer Icon Figure C-4: Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard Screen...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome

    Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) from Linksys. Now you can quickly and easily add 120 gigabytes of storage space onto your network. This stand-alone network appliance features two hard drive bays—one with a 120GB drive in it, and the other available so you can add an additional up to 120GB IDE hard drive as your storage needs grow.

  • Page 9: What's In This User Guide

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) What’s in this User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Network Attached Storage. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Network Attached Storage’s applications and this User Guide. •...
  • Page 10 • Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Network Attached Storage’s regulatory information. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this User Guide?

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Getting To Know The Network Attached Storage

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Attached Storage The Back Panel The Network Attached Storage’s ports and Reset button are located on the back panel. Figure 2-1: Back Panel LAN Port This LAN (Local Area Network) port connects to an Ethernet network device, such as a switch or router.

  • Page 12: The Front Panel

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Front Panel The Network Attached Storage’s LEDs, which indicate status information about network activity, and power button are located on the front panel. Ready/Status Green or Orange. This LED is solidly lit green when the Network Attached Storage is working properly.

  • Page 13: The Beeper Codes

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Beeper Codes The Network Attached Storage has an internal beeper that beeps to indicate certain events. 1 Beep This signals that the Reset button or power button has been pressed. 2 Beeps When this is repeated every five seconds for one minute, it signals that the Network Attached Storage is configured as a DHCP client, but no DHCP server has responded to the DHCP client’s request for an IP address.

  • Page 14: Chapter 3: Connecting The Network Attached Storage

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Chapter 3: Connecting the Network Attached Storage Follow the steps below to physically connect the Network Attached Storage to your network. 1. Connect an Ethernet network cable to the LAN port of the Network Attached Storage. Then connect the other end of the cable to a switch, router, or PC.

  • Page 15: Chapter 4: Setting Up The Network Attached Storage

    Setup. Click the Setup button to continue with the setup procedure. User Guide. Clicking on this opened this User Guide. LINKSYS Web. Click this to visit the Linksys web site if you have an active Internet connection. Exit. Click the Exit button to exit the Setup Wizard.

  • Page 16: Figure 4-3: Ip Settings Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 5. The next screen that appears has the Network Attached Storage’s IP settings. Select Dynamic IP Address if you already have a DHCP server, such as a router, assigning IP addresses to your network devices. Select Fixed IP Address if you will set the Network Attached Storage’s IP address and network information.

  • Page 17: Figure 4-5: Dhcp Server Settings Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 7. If you do not have a DHCP server on your network, you can use the Network Attached Storage as your network’s DHCP server. To use the Network Attached Storage as a DHCP server, select Enable DHCP Server. Then enter the range of IP addresses you want to assign on your network.

  • Page 18: Figure 4-7: Review Settings Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 9. Review the Network Attached Storage’s settings. If they are correct, click the Save button. If you would like to change them, click the Back button to return to a previous screen. 10. The next screen will verify if you want to change the settings. To save these changes, click the OK button, or click the Cancel button to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 19: Installation Of Brightstor Arcserve Backup For Windows

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows 1. You will see the InstallAnywhere screen while the installation is being prepared. Figure 4-10: InstallAnywhere Screen 2. When you see the screen for the Network Attached Storage and BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows, select the appropriate language, and click the OK button.

  • Page 20: Figure 4-13: License Agreement Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 4. Read the License Agreement, and click the I Agree button to accept the agreement. If you do not want to accept the agreement, click the I Disagree button to end the installation. To return to the previous screen, click the Back button.

  • Page 21: Figure 4-15: License Key Entry Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 6. On the License Key Entry screen, do not enter anything in the fields provided. Click the Next button to proceed or the Back button to return to the previous screen. 7. On the Select Install Type screen, select Local Install. Click the Next button to proceed or the Back button to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 22: Figure 4-17: Select Products Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 8. On the Select Products screen, make sure that Brightstor ARCserve Backup is selected. Click the Next button to proceed or the Back button to return to the previous screen. 9. On the Select Database screen, select Standard Database. Click the Next button to proceed or the Back button to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 23: Figure 4-19: Set Password Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 10. On the Set Password screen, complete the Password field. Enter the Password again in the Confirm Password field. Click the Next button to proceed or the Back button to return to the previous screen. 11.

  • Page 24: Figure 4-21: Product List Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 12. On the Product List screen, click the Install button to proceed or the Back button to return to the previous screen. Figure 4-21: Product List Screen 13. The Copy Files screen will appear while licensing files are being copied to your computer. Figure 4-22: Copy Files Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows...

  • Page 25: Figure 4-23: Licensing Information Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 14. On the Licensing Information screen, click the Continue button to proceed. Figure 4-23: Licensing Information Screen 15. On the License Verification screen, make sure that Use Trial Version is selected. Then click the Continue button to proceed.

  • Page 26: Figure 4-25: Copy Files Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 16. The Copy Files screen will appear while the software is being copied to your computer. Figure 4-25: Copy Files Screen 17. On the Install Summary screen, click the Finish button. Figure 4-26: Install Summary Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows...

  • Page 27: Figure 4-27: Registration Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 18. To register the Network Attached Storage now, select Register now. Then click the Continue button. Figure 4-27: Registration Screen 19. Click the OK button. Figure 4-28: Registration Completed Screen 20. An icon will appear on your desktop after you register the Network Attached Storage. Double-click the icon. Figure 4-29: Desktop Icon 21.

  • Page 28: Figure 4-31: Information Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 22. Read the information, and click the Continue button. Figure 4-31: Information Screen 23. If you want to purchase the software, enter your information, and click the Checkout button. Figure 4-32: Purchase Software Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows...

  • Page 29: Chapter 5: Configuring The Network Attached Storage

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage Overview For advanced users, the Network Attached Storage offers a Web-based Utility. This chapter will explain all of the functions available, including all administrative tasks. Access to the Web-based Utility Open the web browser on any networked PC.

  • Page 30: The Home Tab - User Log In (Private Data)

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Home Tab - User Log in (Private Data) After you have logged in, you will see a screen that you can use to access your shares. These shares will be listed with the following information: Type, Name, On Disk (location), and Comment. Figure 5-3: Home Tab - User Log in (Private Data) The Home Tab - Disk 1 (Public Data) or Disk 2 (Public Data) You will see a screen that shows the data available to everyone.

  • Page 31: The User Password Tab

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The User Password Tab On the User Password screen, any user can change their Network Attached Storage password. User name. Enter your user name, which should be the same as your network login. Existing password.

  • Page 32: Figure 5-7: Administration Tab - Lan

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Network Mask. Enter the Subnet Mask in the fields provided. It must match the Subnet Mask of the other devices on your network. It is set by default to 255.255.255.0. Gateway. This value is left blank by default. If you have a router on your network, however, enter its IP address here.

  • Page 33: The Administration Tab - System

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - System From the System screen, you will be able to change some of the Network Attached Storage’s general and administration settings. System Information Identification Server Name. In this field, you can enter a new Server Name for the Network Attached Storage. Punctuation and other special characters (e.g.

  • Page 34: Figure 5-9: Secure Ip Address

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Options Enable Guest Logins. If enabled, you can enter guest as the user ID to log in to the Network Attached Storage. Convert failed logins to “guest” logins (Windows networks). If enabled, all Windows users will be able to access the Network Attached Storage with guest access rights.

  • Page 35: The Administration Tab - Users

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Users The Users screen allows you to manage all users of the Network Attached Storage. Users can be members of multiple user groups. Users Information Existing Users The user list shows all existing users. The details of the selected user are displayed under Properties, at the lower half of this screen.

  • Page 36: The Administration Tab - Status

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) If you wish to add a new user, click the Save as New User button after entering all the new settings. To clear the settings, click the Clear Form button. Click the Save button to save any changes for an existing user. For more information about this screen, click the Help button.

  • Page 37: Figure 5-14: Log File Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Click the Restart Now button to restart (reboot) the Network Attached Storage. This will break all existing connections. The Network Attached Storage will immediately restart and won’t be available again until after the restart is complete.

  • Page 38: The Administration Tab - Advanced - Groups

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Advanced - Groups When you click the Advanced tab under Administration, several other tabs will appear. The Groups, Shares, Backup, Disk, Upgrade, and Setup tabs are displayed and intended for advanced users, except for the Setup tab. When you click the Setup tab, the LAN, System, Users, and Status tabs will re-appear.

  • Page 39: The Administration Tab - Advanced - Shares

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Advanced - Shares The Shares screen allows you to create and manage shares, which are folders available to network users. Shares Information Existing Shares A list of existing shares are displayed here. To view and manage the users who are allowed to access a share, select the share and click the Access button.

  • Page 40: The Administration Tab - Advanced - Backup

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Advanced - Backup Use this screen to back up data on the Network Attached Storage. You can also back up or restore the configuration file for the Network Attached Storage. Backup Settings Data Backup Enable data backup from Disk 1 to Disk 2.

  • Page 41: The Administration Tab - Advanced - Disk

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Advanced - Disk The Disk screen allows you to perform disk maintenance. Disk Settings Format Disk You can format a new hard drive using this screen. Disk 1 and 2 Status. The format status information of Disk 1 and 2 is shown here. After you install a new hard drive, you will need to format the hard drive using this Utility.
  • Page 42 EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Defrag This organizes the data on your hard drive, eliminating fragmented files, which slow down performance. Disk 1 and 2 Status. The defrag status information of Disk 1 and 2 is shown here. Run Defrag.

  • Page 43: The Administration Tab - Advanced - Upgrade

    Current Firmware Current Firmware Version. This shows you the current version of the Network Attached Storage’s firmware. Click the Check for Update button to browse the Linksys website for the latest version of the Network Attached Storage’s firmware. Figure 5-19: Administration Tab - Advanced - Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade File.

  • Page 44: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Network Attached Storage. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. 1. The Network Attached Storage’s Utility cannot detect the Network Attached Storage.
  • Page 45 1. Select Printer from the Statue menu of the Web-based Utility. 2. Select Delete Current Job to delete the current print job, or select Delete All Jobs to delete all print jobs. If your questions are not addressed here, refer to the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. Appendix A: Troubleshooting...

  • Page 46: Appendix B: Installing A Second Hard Drive

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix B: Installing a Second Hard Drive NOTE: The Network Attached Storage support IDE Ultra DMA (or UDMA) hard drives with a throughput of 33-66Mbps (ATA/33, ATA/66) and a rotation speed of 5400 or 7200 rpms. When you are ready to install a second hard drive into the Network Attached Storage, follow these instructions: 1.

  • Page 47: Figure B-3: Make Sure Connections Are Tight

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 6. Check the connections. Make sure these connections are tight before securing the drive to the tray. Figure B-3: Make Sure Connections are Tight 7. Insert a screw through the tray’s left side and into your hard drive. Tighten it to secure the drive to the tray. Figure B-4: Insert Screw through Left Side of Tray Appendix B: Installing a Second Hard Drive...

  • Page 48: Figure B-5: Insert Screw Through Right Side Of Tray

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 8. Insert a screw through the tray’s right side and into your hard drive. To tighten it and secure the drive to the tray on the right side, you will need a narrow screwdriver that fits through the hole. 9.

  • Page 49: Figure B-7: Format Disk 2

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 14. Click the Administration tab and then the Advanced tab. 15. click the Disk tab. 16. In the Format Disk section, Disk 2 will display its status as “Not Formatted.” To format your new hard drive, click the Format Disk 2 button.

  • Page 50: Appendix C: Setting Up The Built-In Printserver

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix C: Setting Up the Built-in PrintServer NOTE: As screens vary between operating systems, you may find that the screenshots in this appendix look a little different from your own operating system. The instructions, however, are still applicable.

  • Page 51: Figure C-3: Double-Click Add Printer Icon

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 7. Double-click the Add Printer icon to begin the Add Printer Wizard. Figure C-3: Double-Click Add Printer Icon 8. On the Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard screen, click the Next button. Figure C-4: Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard Screen Appendix C: Setting Up the Built-in PrintServer...

  • Page 52: Figure C-5: Local Or Network Printer Screen

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 9. Because you are adding this printer to your network, select Network printer and click the Next button. 10. On the Locate Your Printer screen, select Type the printer name, or click Next to browse for a printer. In the Name field, enter the location in this format: \\Lkg(last six digits of the server name located on the back of the Network Attached Storage)\Lkg(last six digits of the server name located on the back of the Network Attached Storage)_p1.

  • Page 53: Figure C-8: Select Your Printer

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 12. On the Add Printer Wizard screen, select your printer’s manufacturer from the list on the left. Then select your printer’s model from the list on the right. Then click the OK button. 13.

  • Page 54: Figure C-10: Change Printer Properties

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 14. After you click the Finish button, you will see the Printers folder. This folder will show all printers available on your network, including the printer you have just added. If you want to change any settings, right-click the printer’s icon and select Properties. You will be asked if you want to install the driver, but since you have already installed it, click the No button.

  • Page 55: Appendix D: Windows Help

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix D: Windows Help Almost all networking products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix.

  • Page 56: Appendix E: Glossary

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix E: Glossary Boot - To start a device and cause it to start executing instructions. Browser - An application program that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the World Wide Web.
  • Page 57 EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) LAN - The computers and networking products that make up your local network. Network - A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between users. Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.

  • Page 58: Appendix F: Specifications

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix F: Specifications Model EFG120 Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab Ports 1 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45, 1 DB-25 Parallel Port Button 1 Power Button Cabling Type Category 5e or better LED Indicators...

  • Page 59: Appendix G: Warranty Information

    Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates.

  • Page 60: Appendix H: Regulatory Information

    EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix H: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 61: Appendix I: Contact Information

    Can't find information about a product you want to buy on the web? Do you want to know more about networking with Linksys products? Give our advice line a call at: Or fax your request in to: If you experience problems with any Linksys product,...

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