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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
April 2010
202-10540-03
v1.0
NETGEAR Stora
User M anua l

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  • Page 1 NETGEAR Stora User M anua l 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 April 2010 202-10540-03 v1.0...

  • Page 2: Technical Support

    In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About NETGEAR Stora ........
  • Page 4 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Sources ..........57 Albums .

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Getting Acquainted

    Getting Acquainted This chapter provides an overview of the NETGEAR Stora system and covers the unit’s physical features, and initial setup steps. Topics discussed in this chapter include: • About NETGEAR Stora • File Types • Stora Hardware Overview •...

  • Page 6: About Netgear Stora

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual About NETGEAR Stora NETGEAR Stora is a highly secure and stable home server that lets you collect, store, manage, share and enjoy your digital media content, including personal photos, music, videos and documents. It is easy to drag and drop digital media to Stora, catalog it into folders, and share it by creating albums.

  • Page 7: Standard Vs. Premium Features

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Standard vs. Premium Features Premium features extend Stora capabilities, and are available to licensed users. You will have the option to upgrade your subscription at the time of installation, or any time after installation. The table below outlines the main Standard and Premium features.

  • Page 8: File Types

    Media players include gaming consoles (Xbox 360 and PS3), digital photo frames, iTunes clients, IP televisions, networked sound systems (Sonos), digital video players (Roku, NETGEAR EVA2000 Digital Entertainer) and many more. “Sharing with Media Players” on page 86 for more information.
  • Page 9 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Depending on the device, mobile users can: • Browse albums • Browse folders in the Media Library • Create new folders • Upload media directly from the mobile to Stora Once you set up your Stora, you can access it from a mobile device by going to ...

  • Page 10: Stora Hardware Overview

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Hardware Overview This section introduces Stora hardware components, including displays, ports, buttons, and drive bays. Front Panel The sleek, front panel of Stora indicates the active/inactive status of the system and can be easily removed to access the disks and disk bays located behind it.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Disk 1 Bay 2. Disk 2 Bay 3. Insert or remove a disk Figure 2 Stora Disk Bays Note: Disks can be from different manufacturers, however the disk size must be the same. Rear Panel The back of Stora features a power switch, a power cable socket, a gigabit Ethernet port, a reset button, and two disk release latches;...

  • Page 12: Led And Connector Descriptions

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Disk release latches 2. Serial numbers 3. Power button 4. Power 6. Reset button 5. Ethernet port cable socket Figure 3 Stora Rear Panel LED and Connector Descriptions The function of each Stora item is described in the following table:...
  • Page 13 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Item Activity Description USB Port Plug an external Connect a USB drive and printer. device into the There is no LED associated with the USB port. USB Port Ethernet Plug ethernet Ethernet Connection LEDs on the back:...

  • Page 14: Initial Setup

    An electronic copy of the installation guide is also located on the product CD as well as on the NETGEAR web site at http://netgear.com. To setup your Stora, complete these steps: “Check Package Contents”...

  • Page 15: Connect Stora To Your Network

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Connect Stora to your Network The initial setup completion time is approximately 20 minutes. Connect the Ethernet cable and power cord. Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to your router and the other end to the back of Stora unit.

  • Page 16: Configure Your Stora

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Configure your Stora Use the CD that comes with Stora unit to setup and configure your device and make it ready for storing data. At this time you will also be able to give your unit a unique name, and assign your own user name and password.
  • Page 17 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 7 Setup your Stora and License Agreement Register Your Stora a. Product Key: enter the product key that you noted in Step 1. The product key is located on the Resource CD sleeve, and also on the bottom of Stora unit.
  • Page 18 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 8 Registration Screen Create your account a. User Name: Enter a user name. This will be the name you use to login to Stora system. Your user name is case-sensitive. b. Display Name: This is a case-sensitive name that guests will see when they view your shared files and photos.
  • Page 19 NETGEAR Stora User Manual a. This screen appears when there is a setup problem with your UPnP router, or if your router is not UPnP-capable. Most users with newer routers should not see this message. See “UPnP Router Configuration” on page 96 and“UPnP Port Mapping”...
  • Page 20 You can enter one or more email addresses where you would like to be notified of any updates or messages regarding your NETGEAR Stora unit. These messages will contain update information, error information, and other information needed to keep your system running smoothly.
  • Page 21 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 13 Notifications Stora Premium Subscription Option During installation you have the option to upgrade your Stora subscription to include Premium features not available with the standard subscription. See “Standard vs. Premium Features” on page 7 for a list of Premium features.
  • Page 22 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 14 Premium Upgrade Option Configuration Wizard - Finish When you have successfully configured your Stora system, the Configuration Wizard screen will appear. a. Click the Finish button. When the Setup screen re-displays, the checkbox next to Set Up Your Stora will be checked indicating that you have completed this step.
  • Page 23 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 15 Configuration Wizard - Finish Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 23...

  • Page 24: Installing A Disk

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Installing a Disk NETGEAR Stora comes with two bays that can accommodate SATA disks. The first bay is the primary storage disk, and the second can be set up as a mirrored backup for your primary disk.

  • Page 25: Replacing A Failed Disk

    Stora device, an amber LED might indicate a failed disk. The top LED is disk 1; the bottom one is disk 2. Take note of the failed disk. To assure compatibility, check the Hardware Compatibility list on the NETGEAR support site for a list of disks qualified to be used in the Stora.
  • Page 26 NETGEAR Stora User Manual To Replace the Disk View the disk status lights to identify which disk has failed. If necessary, unlock the tray lock by moving it to the right, then press the release of the failed disk. The latch pops out.

  • Page 27: Installing The Desktop Applications

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Installing the Desktop Applications NETGEAR Stora comes with additional software applications to help you administer the device. Once you have completed the initial configuration of your Stora device, you have the option to install those applications.
  • Page 28 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Welcome Screen a. Click Next to continue the installation. Figure 21 Desktop Application Welcome Screen Destination Screen a. Accept the default destination or change locations. b. Click Next to continue the installation. Figure 22 Destination Screen...
  • Page 29 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Setup Type a. Typical: Recommended setup b. Custom: Choose which applications you want to install. c. Click Next to continue the installation. Custom Setup Options Figure 23 Typical and Custom Setup Options Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted...
  • Page 30 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Confirm Program Installation a. Click Next to continue the installation. Figure 24 Program Confirmation Installation Screen a. Click Next to continue the installation. Figure 25 Installing Applications 30 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted...
  • Page 31 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Installation Completed a. Click Finish to continue the installation. Figure 26 Installation Complete Check mark Confirms Successful Installation of Applications a. Click Exit to finish the installation, or click either the Documentation and Tutorial or Reset Tools buttons to see additional options.

  • Page 32: Accessing Stora

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Accessing Stora Stora can be accessed in several ways. Depending on your needs and location, you can use one or all of the following methods to access your Stora. Web Browser Access The easiest way to access your Stora is to go to http://www.mystora.com...

  • Page 33: Remote Access

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Remote Access Stora data can be accessed over the Internet using any web browser, which means you could take a notebook computer anywhere with wireless network connectivity and securely reach across the Internet to your private data at home. To access your Stora remotely, open your browser and go to http://www.mystora.com.

  • Page 34: Resetting Your Stora

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Resetting Your Stora Your Stora system may need to be reset under the following conditions: • When you want to change the name of your Stora system. • When you forget your user id or password.

  • Page 35: Documentation And Support

    After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label of your product and use it to register your product at http://www.NETGEAR.com/register. Registration is required before you can use our telephone support service. Registration via our website is strongly recommended.

  • Page 36: Chapter 2 Stora Agent

    Stora Agent This chapter discusses the following Stora Agent topics: • Using Stora Agent • Starting Stora Agent • Stora Agent Menu Options Chapter 2: Stora Agent | 36...

  • Page 37: Using Stora Agent

    Start Stora Agent on a PC To start Stora Agent on a PC, navigate to Start > Programs > NETGEAR > Stora Desktop Applications > Stora Agent > Stora Agent. Start Stora Agent on a Mac To start Stora Agent on a Mac, start Finder, browse to Applications >...

  • Page 38: Stora Agent Menu Options

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Agent Menu Options Not logged in/Logged in as The label at the top of the menu displays who is currently logged into Stora, or shows Not logged in. This menu option is available on a PC only.
  • Page 39 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Switch user If someone is logged into Stora, the Switch user menu option logs out the current user, and allows another person to log in. Note that this option will not be available if no one is logged into the system.
  • Page 40 Stora Name, User Name and Password, and then click Sign in. Explorer/Mac shows the folders within a network drive. • To view Stora Folders on a PC, click Start > Programs > NETGEAR > Stora • To view Stora Folders on a Mac, start Finder, browse to Applications > Stora Desktop Applications, and then launch Smart Folder shortcut.
  • Page 41 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Note: Currently multiple printers are not supported. If you have a multi-function printer, scanning is not supported Optionally, you can also use a powered hub to expand the USB port to support a single printer and multiple USB drives.
  • Page 42 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Use the Add Printer Wizard to load the printer driver. Select the manufacturer and the printer, and then click OK. The printer is now available through Stora and can be selected from the list of printers in the Settings ->Printer and Faxes area.
  • Page 43 NETGEAR Stora User Manual To add a printer - Mac Connect a USB cable from the printer to the Stora-enabled device, or to a USB hub connected to the device. Go to System Preferences > Printer & Fax. Click the plus sign to add a printer.
  • Page 44 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Select Registered User, enter your User Name and Password, and then click Connect. Select the printer model in Print Using, and then click Add. The first time you print, you will be prompted for your user name and password.
  • Page 45 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Albums Click the Albums icon to view albums that you previously created in the Media library. Media Library Click the Media Library icon to view the contents of your device. From here you can add additional content, and create albums that you can share with friends and family.
  • Page 46 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Preferences The Preferences menu option on Stora agent allows you to check for software updates to the desktop applications, and displays the name and IP address of Stora on your home network. The Advanced tab shows Stora devices found on your network, and allows you to keep Desktop Mirror running in the background, if desired.
  • Page 47 NETGEAR Stora User Manual About The About menu option displays Stora Agent version installed on your computer. Figure 41 About Stora Agent Exit Stora Agent The Exit Stora Agent menu option closes Stora Agent, and removes the icon from the system tray.

  • Page 48: Chapter 3 Stora Application

    Stora Application This chapter shows you how to work with and use Stora Application. • Starting Stora Application • Logging into Stora Application • Stora Application Home Page • Media Library • Working with Media Source Folders • Albums • Working with Files •...

  • Page 49: Starting Stora Application

    From the Start Menu On a PC To start Stora Application on a PC, click Start > Programs > NETGEAR > Stora Desktop Applications > QuickConnect > Navigate to My Stora (www). On a MAC To start Stora Application on a Mac, start Finder, browse to Applications > Stora Desktop Applications, and then launch the Smart Web shortcut.

  • Page 50: Logging Into Stora Application

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Logging into Stora Application When you launch Stora Application, you will be asked to log in using the credentials you set up when you first installed your Stora system. To Log in Select a language. Your language preference may already be set as the default.
  • Page 51 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Premium Subscription The Login page gives you the option to upgrade your subscription. During your 30-day free trial period, all premium services are available. After the trial period, the Premium subscription will expire and you will no longer have remote access to the Media Library and Preferences unless you upgrade your subscription.
  • Page 52 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 45 Standard vs. Premium Comparison Chart 52 | Chapter 3: Stora Application...

  • Page 53: Stora Application Home Page

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Application Home Page After you launch and login to Stora Application, Stora home page appears. From this screen you have local access to the Albums, Media Library and Preferences areas, as well as the Help menu, which contains a link to the User Manual and Stora support. You can customize the home page by adding an image to the background.
  • Page 54 NETGEAR Stora User Manual About Stora On the bottom left corner of the Home page is the About Stora link. Click the link to see the software version, your product key, the name of your Stora unit, and additional information.

  • Page 55: Media Library

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Library The Media Library is a standard feature and is used to house and manage all your data. Accessing the Media Library From Stora application home page, click Media Library. Note: If you are on one of the other pages, click Home on the Main menu in the upper right corner, and then select Media Library.
  • Page 56 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Tip of the Day Unless you disable it, each time you launch the media library, Stora will provide a Tip of the Day screen, giving helpful tips and tricks for using your system to its fullest potential.

  • Page 57: Media Sources

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Sources The Media Sources section shows your FamilyLibrary folders, MyLibrary folders, and MyComputers folders.The default view is the FamilyLibrary page. FamilyLibrary The FamilyLibrary folder comes with the FamilyDocuments, FamilyMusic, FamilyPhotos and FamilyVideos subfolders. These folders are accessible to all users unless you block their user access.
  • Page 58 NETGEAR Stora User Manual MyLibrary Each user has their own MyLibrary folders, and only you can access these folders. The MyLibrary folder contains your private subfolders called MyDocuments, MyMusic, MyPhotos and MyVideos. Content in the MyLibrary folders is private and secure, however you can share the content within these folders with family, friends or the public by placing the content in an album.
  • Page 59 NETGEAR Stora User Manual MyComputers The MyComputers folder contains a folder for each computer using Desktop Mirror. You can download files or folders using Stora Application, or you can copy and paste them through Stora folders. For added security, you will only be able to access the MyComputers folder if your login credentials were used to configure the backup.

  • Page 60: Albums

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Albums Albums are created and managed from the MediaLibrary area in the same way as the other folders in the Media Sources area. An album allows you to group related pictures, music, videos and documents from multiple folders.

  • Page 61: Working With Media Source Folders

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Working with Media Source Folders Selecting a Folder Selecting a folder highlights the folder name, and displays its subfolders and files in the Files section. To select a folder, click the folder name. Figure 54 shows that the MyMusic folder is selected from the MyLibrary media source.
  • Page 62 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Adding a Folder Adding a folder creates a new subfolder within the current folder. Using subfolders is a good way to keep your content organized. A new folder within FamilyLibrary will be accessible to all users (unless the user's account blocks access). Only you can access a folder within MyLibrary.

  • Page 63: Deleting A Folder

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Deleting a Folder Deleting a folder removes it and all its files from Stora. Delete folders carefully! WARNING! If you delete a folder, any album that contains a reference to an item within the folder, that item will no longer be available in the album.

  • Page 64: Uploading Files

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Uploading files Uploading files copies them from your computer to the selected folder. If you upload to your MyLibrary folders, only you have access to them. If you upload a file to a folder within FamilyLibrary, any user with account access permission to this folder will be able to access it.

  • Page 65: Folder Options

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Folder Options Stora Application uses option commands for working with folders. To display the options from the MediaSource list or subfolders, Move the mouse over a folder. The a white arrow will appear on the bottom right side of the folder.

  • Page 66: Opening A Folder

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Share with DMA/Unshare with DMA Enables or disables DMA sharing. See “Sharing files with DMAs” on page 88. View Details See “View Details” on page 66. Copy / Cut / Paste See “Copying a Folder” on page 68, and “Copying a file” on page 79.
  • Page 67 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Moving a folder Moving a folder puts it into a different location, along with its subfolders and files. To move a folder, a. Drag and drop it to another folder. b. Alternatively, you can cut and paste your files •...
  • Page 68 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Copying a Folder Copying a folder puts it in an additional location, along with its subfolders and files, while keeping the original folder. If the new location is within FamilyLibrary, the folder will be accessible to all users (unless the user's account blocks access). Only you can access a folder within MyLibrary.
  • Page 69 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Renaming a Folder Renaming a folder changes its name. To rename a folder a. Select the folder b. Display the menu c. Select Rename. d. When prompted, enter the new name e. Click Rename. Note: If you rename a folder, and an album contains a reference to a file within the folder, the item will no longer be available from the album.

  • Page 70: Albums

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Albums The Albums section shows the albums you have created using the Media Library, and allows you to edit and share them with other users. An album allows you to group related pictures, music, videos and documents from multiple folders.
  • Page 71 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Displaying the Album Menu Stora Application has a menu with commands for working with albums. To display the menu, move the mouse over an album. An arrow will appear beside the name. Click the arrow to display the menu.
  • Page 72 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 67 Create an Unshared Album 72 | Chapter 3: Stora Application...
  • Page 73 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Creating a Shared Album You can add the contents of a folder to a new album. The album can be shared with family and media players on the home network, and with friends and the public on the Internet.
  • Page 74 NETGEAR Stora User Manual The first time you share an album with friends, Stora will prompt you for your email address. Emails sent by Stora notifying your friends about shared albums will indicate they are from this email address. Each Stora user can set their own email address.
  • Page 75 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Adding Files to an Album You can add contents of any folder to an existing album. If you add files from a folder to an album, files within subfolders are not included. Adding a file to an album adds a reference to the file, but doesn't copy the file itself. This way you can have the same file in multiple albums without taking up any more space.
  • Page 76 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Running a Slideshow Running a slideshow displays the images within the album or folder, one at a time, along with their captions. Music, videos and documents are not shown. You can run a slideshow using the Albums page, or after displaying an album.

  • Page 77: Working With Files

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Working with Files Filtering Files - Media Filter Filtering the files specifies which file types will appear. To filter the files, select All Files, Images, Music or Videos in the Media Filter list. The Files section will only display files of the selected type.
  • Page 78 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Sorting Filter You can sort your files using the Sorting Filter options. You can sort using the following filters: • Name • Mime Type • Size • Modified Time • Caption • Tagged Figure 70 Sorting Filter...
  • Page 79 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Removing a file Removing a file deletes it from the album, but leaves the file in the folder. You can remove multiple files at once. To remove a file, start by selecting its album. Select the file, display the menu, and then select Remove.
  • Page 80 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Adding a Caption Adding a caption stores a description of the file. The caption will appear when viewing a file within a folder or album, and when an image is shared through Facebook, Flickr or RSS. You can search for a file by entering text from its caption.

  • Page 81: Working With Images

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Downloading a file Downloading a file retrieves the original full-resolution version of the file. You can select multiple files for downloading at once. Depending on your browser settings, you can open the file, download it to a specific directory, or download it to the default directory.
  • Page 82 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Downloading a file The album streams compressed images, music and videos in order to conserve bandwidth and improve performance. An album can be configured to allow those viewing it to download original full-resolution versions of the files. This is especially important if the album contains documents, because the album lists these files but cannot open them.

  • Page 83: Setting Up Contacts

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Setting up Contacts You can set up your contacts in your address book, and use the contact list to share albums. You only have to set up the address book once, though you can add, edit, and remove contacts at anytime.
  • Page 84 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Setting up your address book To add a friend to your address book, click the Create New Contact icon. Enter the Contact Name and Email Address, and then click Add. Once you add a friend to your address book, you can add them to the contact list.
  • Page 85 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Setting up the contact list Once contacts are entered into your address book, you can include them in the contact list for that album. To add a friend to the contact list Select the friend in the Address Book list, and then click Add >>.

  • Page 86: Social Media

    Windows Media Connect standard. Media players include gaming consoles (Xbox 360 and PS3), digital photo frames, iTunes clients, IP televisions, networked sound systems (Sonos, Logitech), digital video players (Roku, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer, DLink DSM), and many more. To share the album with media players on your home network, select Share with media players.
  • Page 87 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Sharing with Facebook You can share an album with Facebook. Your Stora will upload the images from the album, and Facebook will add them to a photo album. If you add more images to the album, Stora will automatically upload them to the photo album.
  • Page 88 DLNA or Windows Media Connect standard. Media players include gaming consoles (Xbox 360 and PS3), digital photo frames, iTunes clients, IP televisions, networked sound systems (Sonos, Logitech), digital video players (Roku, NETGEAR EVA2000 Digital Entertainer, DLink DSM), and many more.
  • Page 89 NETGEAR Stora User Manual iTunes Computers can use iTunes to access music stored in the iTunes library on Stora. These iTunes clients must be connected to the same home network as Stora. They cannot access the iTunes library remotely across the Internet.
  • Page 90 NO protection against disk failure. JBOD should not be used if you are storing important irreplaceable data such as digital photographs. NETGEAR assumes no responsibility for lost data and does not offer data recovery services if a drive fails.

  • Page 91: Preferences

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Preferences The administrator can set up user, server and administration preferences. Where noted, some preferences are available to all users. Other preferences require administrator permission. Displaying the Preferences Page From the Landing page, click Preferences. From one of the other pages, click Home in the Main menu, and then select Preferences.

  • Page 92: User Preferences

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual User Preferences User All users can set their user preferences at any time. Figure 75 User Preferences - User Area Language The Language list sets the language for Stora Application user interface. The selection of languages depends on your region. The default language is from your computer's configuration.
  • Page 93 (Xbox 360 and PS3), digital photo frames, iTunes clients, IP televisions, networked sound systems (Sonos, Logitech), digital video players (Roku, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer, DLink DSM), and many more. a. No - New albums will not be shared with media players.

  • Page 94: Change Password

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Disk space All users can view the amount of space on Stora. Used - The Used field shows how much disk space is occupied. Free - The Free field shows how much disk space is available.

  • Page 95: Server Preferences

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Server Preferences The Server Preferences area allows you to set the following: • Network Sharing • UPnP Router Configuration • Registration • Notifications • Network Services • LAN Connection • Data and Time Figure 78 Server Preferences...
  • Page 96 NETGEAR Stora User Manual UPnP Router Configuration You can configure your router through UPnP. Note that disabling UPnP configuration on your router will noticeably decrease the performance of your Stora. Configure router via UPnP a. Yes - b. No -...
  • Page 97 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Registration You can change the name of your Stora at anytime. Stora Name - Stora Name box sets the device name for your Stora. The name you choose must be unique. The service provider will automatically ensure Stora name is unique, and will notify you if you need to try a different name.

  • Page 98: Network Services

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Network Services You can control FTP access to Stora. For better security, disable FTP access unless you specifically require it. If FTP is enabled, you can use it to upload and download files in the MyLibrary folders. If your account provides access, you can also use FTP for files in the FamilyLibrary folders.
  • Page 99 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Server netmask - The server netmask box sets the subnet mask. The subnet mask determines the address range of the subnet. Data to addresses within the subnet (e.g. between your computer and Stora) are routed within the network. Data to addresses outside the subnet (e.g.

  • Page 100: Date And Time

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Date and Time The administrator can set the date and time for Stora. Figure 85 Date and Time Preferences Set date and time from the Internet The Set date and time from the Internet list controls where Stora obtains the date and time.

  • Page 101: Administration

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Administration The Administration area gives access and allows you to: • Add New Users • Edit Users • Shutdown and restart Stora • Get Software Updates • Obtain a Stora Premium Subscription • Perform Disk Management and check RAID/JBOD status •...
  • Page 102 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Confirm Password Re-enter the password in the Confirm Password box. Create as Administrator Selecting the Create as Administrator check box gives the user administrator permissions. The default setting denies administrator permissions. A user with administrator permissions has access to all the preferences.
  • Page 103 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Display Name The optional Display Name box sets the name that will appear in the Main menu of Stora Application. The display name will also appear in the Albums page before the user's albums. If used, it must be at least three characters.

  • Page 104: Shut Down

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Shut Down You can shut down or restart Stora. To shutdown Stora, click Shutdown. To restart Stora, click Restart. Figure 88 Administration - Shutdown/Restart Software Updates You can check for software and firmware updates to Stora.
  • Page 105 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Premium Subscription You can update your Standard subscription to a Premium subscription at any time. For a list of Premium features and benefits, see “Standard vs. Premium Features” on page 1-3. To update your subscription, from Stora Application Landing Page click Preferences.

  • Page 106: Disk Management

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Disk Management This area allows you to check the status of your disks, and indicates the disk type, size and status. You also have the option to change your disk function to use either RAID1 or JBOD.
  • Page 107 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Reconfigure - This button allows you to change the use of your disks to RAID1 or JBOD functionality. When selected, the screen that appears will show which configuration you currently use and provide the option to change it.
  • Page 108 NETGEAR Stora User Manual RAID1 If you have a single disk in your Stora, your data uses RAID1 and is not protected against disk failure or data loss. You can maximize data protection by adding a second “backup” disk to your RAID1 configuration.
  • Page 109 NETGEAR Stora User Manual JBOD As an option to RAID1, if you have two disks in your Stora, you can increase capacity by implementing JBOD. JBOD maximizes your storage capacity and increases your storage space by choosing to use the disk as a second storage drive.
  • Page 110 NETGEAR Stora User Manual You can use an external device that uses a USB port to upload or download content to and from your Stora. Plug the USB device into the front USB port of your Stora. From the MediaLibrary, you will see the device and any folders and files within the device.

  • Page 111: Power Timer

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Power Timer In addition to automatically “spinning down” when not used for 12 minutes, to keep with a “Go Green” initiative, you can set your Stora to turn on and off automatically. You can set the schedule to accommodate your needs.
  • Page 112 NETGEAR Stora User Manual TimeMachine backup support is available for Max OSX 1.5 and upwards. TimeMachine backup users can setup TimeMachine backups by selecting ‘Configure TimeMachine’ from Applications->Stora Desktop Applications. The walkthrough provides detailed step-by-step instructions on setting up TimeMachine backups.

  • Page 113: Chapter 4 Stora Desktop Mirror

    Stora Desktop Mirror This chapter includes topics on system status, alerts, replacing failed disks, and scheduling. • Desktop Mirror Overview • Initial Configuration • File Menu • View Menu • Tools Menu • Help Menu Chapter 4: Stora Desktop Mirror | 113...

  • Page 114: Desktop Mirror Overview

    Alternately, you can start Desktop Mirror from the Start menu on a PC or the Finder on a a. On a PC To start the Desktop Mirror on a PC, click Start > Programs > NETGEAR > Stora Desktop Applications > Desktop Mirror> Desktop Mirror b.

  • Page 115: Initial Configuration

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Initial Configuration The first time you launch Desktop Mirror it must be configured. If your computer has multiple users, each user must start Desktop Mirror and configure their backups separately. If required, enter Stora Name, User Name and Password, and then click Next.
  • Page 116 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Set Backup Schedule At this point you can set when you want to back up files, and then click Next. Backup occurs when an interval expires, or at a certain time daily or weekly, or when you start Desktop Mirror.

  • Page 117: File Menu

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual File Menu Adding Folders to the Backup Adding a folder will include the folder, its files, and its subfolders in the subsequent backups. There are two ways to add folders to your Stora. a. Choose File > Add b.

  • Page 118: Viewing Files With Folders

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Viewing Files with Folders Once backed up, as noted by the purple check mark, double-click the link to display the files within the folder. Double-click the folder to view the backed up files within the folder...

  • Page 119: Quit

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Quit To exit Desktop Mirror, select File > Quit. Figure 108 Quit Desktop Mirror Chapter 4: Stora Desktop Mirror | 119...

  • Page 120: View Menu

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual View Menu Viewing the Report A report is generated after every backup or restore event. From the Desktop Mirror menu, choose View > View Report. The Backup Activity window appears showing the backup data log. The Backup Activity window will always show the most recent addition to the log at the top of the report.

  • Page 121: Tools Menu

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Tools Menu Manual Backups The Desktop Mirror application allows you to manually back up new folders or modify existing folders. To perform manual backups Select the folder(s) you want to backup. You can select multiple folders by holding the Ctrl key while clicking folders.
  • Page 122 NETGEAR Stora User Manual To cancel a backup in progress During a backup, click the “x” box on the status bar. You will see “Process aborted” on the status bar. Click the close box “Process aborted” message on the Status bar...

  • Page 123: Restoring All Backed Up Folders

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Restoring All Backed up Folders Restoring backed up folders copies all of the folders and files back to the computer. To restore files Select Tools > Restore Files and folders on Stora are added to or replace those on the computer.

  • Page 124: Changing Account Settings

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Changing Account Settings Account Settings is located from the Tools menu, and has three tab options; Identity, Schedule, and Advanced. Changing accounts settings lets you modify the device name, user name, password, and backup schedule. There are two ways to access account settings. Both options access the same screens.
  • Page 125 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Identity tab You can use the Identity tab under the Tools menu to modify Stora Name, User Name or Password. Choose Tools > Account Settings > Identity You will need to use this option to change the device name. See “Registration” on page 97 If a user changes their password, see “Edit user”...
  • Page 126 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Schedule tab Choose Tools > Account Settings > Schedule You will need to use this option to modify when to back up files. If you select Timed Backup, Desktop Mirror backs up the files automatically. You can select Backup every or Backup at.
  • Page 127 NETGEAR Stora User Manual Advanced tab Choose Tools > Account Settings > Advanced You will need to use this option to view the backup folder on Stora. Desktop Mirror will back up the files in one direction, from the computer to Stora. It will back up the files in the listed folders, using the settings in the Schedule tab.

  • Page 128: Help Menu

    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Help Menu View Online Help You can access Stora User Manual online from this menu option. Figure 117 Online Help About Desktop Mirror This menu option provides details about the Desktop Mirror installed on your computer.

  • Page 129: Index

    Index Index connect to network 1-15 Contacts about Stora add/remove a friend 3-84 about Stora, application 3-54 address book 3-84 about, Agent 2-47 setting up 3-83 working with 3-83 about, DesktopMirror 4-128 access options 1-32 account creation 1-18 account settings 4-124 date 3-100...
  • Page 130 NETGEAR Stora User Manual eject a disk 1-25 hardware 1-10 eject button 3-106 help 4-128 email notifications 1-20 Emails, sharing 3-92 Ethernet port 1-11 1-13 Images explore MyStora folders 2-40 accessing files 3-81 downloading a file 3-82 rotate 3-81 view...
  • Page 131 NETGEAR Stora User Manual network sharing 3-95 slideshows 3-76 notifications 1-20 3-97 Social Media 3-86 spin down 1-12 3-111 standard features Stora online help 4-128 about 4-128 access 1-32 agent 2-36 agent, menu 2-38 package contents 1-14 application, open 2-44...
  • Page 132 NETGEAR Stora User Manual users, add 3-101 users, delete 3-103 users, edit 3-102 VCCI statement version, find 3-54 view details 3-66 3-79 windows networking 1-20 wipe button 3-112 Workgroup 3-95 workgroup 1-20 132 | Index...

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