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Drobo B800FS Getting Started Manual

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  • Page 1 Getting Started Guide Drobo FS Drobo Model B800fs...
  • Page 2 Data Robotics, Inc. supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of its products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law. Copyright 2011 Data Robotics, Inc. Data Robotics, Drobo, DroboShare, DroboPro, DroboElite and BeyondRAID are trademarks of Data Robotics, Inc., which may be registered in some jurisdictions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safely Shutting Down your Drobo Device Using Drobo Dashboard Safely Shutting Down your Drobo Device Manually Using the Online End User Guide Using Context-Sensitive Help Using the Knowledge Base Getting Support TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR SETUP INDEX drobo.com | Getting Started Guide for Your Drobo FS/B800fs |...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Congratulations on your new Drobo FS/B800fs! This Getting Started Guide will help you get your Drobo FS/B800fs set up in just a few easy steps. Before you begin, it’s a good idea to check your system and hardware requirements. In this chapter, you will: Checking Box Contents Check your product’s box to ensure it contains all the components listed below.

  • Page 5: Cable Interfaces Supported

    Checking the Hardware You Need To use your Drobo FS/B800fs, you’ll need at least two hard drives and a router or switch. If you plan to use Dual Disk Redundancy, which protects your data against two hard drive failures, you will need at least three hard drives.

  • Page 6: Determining How Much Hard Drive Space You Need

    Determining How Much Hard Drive Space You Need In order to protect your data from hard drive failure, your Drobo device requires more space than what you will use for your data, sometimes as much as double or more the amount of space.

  • Page 7: Using A Router Or Switch

    Using a Router or Switch You will be plugging your Drobo FS/B800fs into a router or switch that must already be configured to work with your network. Your router or switch must have at least one Ethernet port open and available.

  • Page 8: Setting Up In Just Four Easy Steps

    Setting Up in Just Four Easy Steps! Once you have unpacked your Drobo device from its box and ensured you meet all system and hardware requirements, it’s time to set up your Drobo FS/B800fs for use. This can be done in just four easy steps! 1.
  • Page 9 Note: If the Microsoft iSCSI Initiator window appears, click the Cancel button. You do not need this utility for a Drobo FS/B800fs device. A message appears, asking if you’re sure you want to cancel. Click the Yes button, and in the confirmation message box, click the OK button.
  • Page 10 Finish button. The Drobo Dashboard application appears. When it launches for the first time, the Confirm dialog box appears, asking if you would like Drobo to automatically check for software updates of your Drobo Dashboard and firmware for your Drobo device.

  • Page 11: Installing Drobo Dashboard From The Website

    2. Locate the link for the latest Drobo Dashboard software and click on it. 3. If you’re given a choice to install (or run) Drobo Dashboard or save the installation file to your computer, choose to save the file to your computer. Locate the file and double- click on it to begin installation.
  • Page 12 5. Insert additional drives in the same manner, following steps 2 through 4. 6. When finished, replace the faceplate right side up, so that when your Drobo device is turned on, you will be able to see the indicator lights.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Cables And Turning On The Power

    After installing Drobo Dashboard and inserting the hard drives into your Drobo FS/B800fs, you are ready to connect the cables and power on your Drobo device. As you follow the steps, refer to Figure 3 for a Drobo FS or Figure 4 for a Drobo B800fs. Power...

  • Page 14: Connecting To Your Network

    Connecting to Your Network Your Drobo FS/B800fs connects to a network using an Ethernet port. 1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the back of your Drobo FS/B800fs. 2. Plug the other end into your router or switch.
  • Page 15 - Drobo Dashboard automatically assigns “Drobo” as the default name for your Drobo device, which you can rename later. - A drive bay indicator light displays green for each hard drive on your Drobo device. For details, see “Understanding Your Indicator Lights” in the Online User Guide.

  • Page 16: Setting The Administrator Username And Password

    Setting the Administrator Username and Password To complete the setup of your Drobo device, you will need to create an administrator username and password. 1. In Drobo Dashboard, double-click your Drobo FS/B800fs on the All Devices page. The Capacity and Tools page appears.

  • Page 17: Where To Go From Here

    Where to Go from Here After you’ve set up your Drobo FS/B800fs, you’re ready to share, store and back up files over your network. Next steps include: your Drobo device’s firmware) up to date manage and use your Drobo device...

  • Page 18: Keeping Your Software Up To Date

    Keeping Your Software Up to Date To ensure optimal performance, we highly recommend that you set your Drobo device to automatically check for software updates. (You may have already done this during the initial setup.) This feature keeps both Drobo Dashboard and your product’s firmware current.

  • Page 19: Safely Shutting Down Your Drobo Fs/B800Fs

    Safely Shutting Down Your Drobo FS/B800fs If you plan to shut down your Drobo device for any reason, it is very important that you do so safely. Improper Drobo device shutdowns may cause file corruption and/or data loss. It is a good idea to shut down your Drobo device before any of the following situations:...

  • Page 20: Safely Shutting Down Your Drobo Device Manually

    Drobo device manually. 1. Check that the activity light on your Drobo device is off, indicating that no data is actively being transferred to or from your Drobo device. Refer to Figure 5 or 6 in the previous steps.

  • Page 21: Using The Online End User Guide

    Using the Online User Guide After you’ve set up your Drobo device, you’re ready to use it to share, store and back up files over your network. To learn how to manage and use your Drobo device, refer to the Online User Guide for your product, which can be found within your Drobo Dashboard software by clicking the Help option on the Navigation menu.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Your Setup

    For steps, see “Turning On Your Drobo Device” on page 13. 8. After setup is complete, you can assign a static IP address for your Drobo FS/B800fs for use on your network. For steps on doing that, refer to the Online User Guide.

  • Page 23: Index

    21 Ethernet, 4, 12-13 switch, 6 firmware, 7, 18 system requirements, 3 hard drives troubleshooting, 22 - capacity, 5 uninterruptible power supply, 6, 13 - inserting, 10 username, 15 drobo.com | Getting Started Guide for Your Drobo FS/B800fs |...
  • Page 25 Cleaning – Unplug Drobo, DroboPro, DroboElite, Drobo FS, Pro FS, B800i, or B800fs from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners; use a damp cloth. If Drobo, DroboPro, DroboElite, Drobo FS, Pro FS, B800i, or B800fs comes in contact with any liquid, unplug the power adaptor and let Drobo dry thoroughly before plugging back in.
  • Page 26 Operating Humidity: 5% - 80%; Dimensions: 6.0” wide x 6.3” tall x 10.7” long (152.4mm wide x 160mm tall x 271.8mm long); Weight: 6 lbs. 11.3 ozs. (without power supply); Storage: Accepts up to four 3.5” SATA I or II internal desktop hard drives; Interfaces: USB 2.0 and FireWire 800 (2nd Generation Only); Drobo Dashboard Application (optional): Microsoft®...
  • Page 27 Battery Disposal Your Drobo, DroboPro, DroboElite, DroboShare, Drobo FS, DroboPro FS, B800i and B800fs have internal batteries that preserve settings when the unit is off. Do not attempt to change the battery. Only a Data Robotics, Inc. certified technician can change the battery. When the product has reached the end of its useful life, please dispose of it according to your local environmental laws and guidelines.
  • Page 28 RMA within such seven (7) days, Your credit card will be charged the manufacturer's suggested retail price of the replacement Product. "Advance Ship" means if Your credit card information is received: (i) before 1 pm local time, ship the same day; or (ii) after 1 pm local time, ship the next business day. drobo.com | Safety and Warranty |...
  • Page 29 GPL LICENSE CODE Drobo model B800i, Drobo model B800fs, DroboPro FS, Drobo FS, DroboPro, DroboElite, and DroboShare utilize some GPL licensed Linux code. To obtain a copy of the Linux source code used in our product, please e-mail your request with your name and company affiliation to gplrequest@drobo.com.
  • Page 30 Product to us. Contact support to obtain a Return Material Authorization ("RMA") number. Telephone numbers and details how to submit a request online are at http://www.drobo.com/support/contact-support.php. You must pack the Product in appropriate protective packaging and return the unit at your own cost.
  • Page 31 GPL LICENSE CODE Drobo model B800i, Drobo model B800fs, DroboPro FS, Drobo FS, DroboPro, DroboElite, and DroboShare utilize some GPL licensed Linux code. To obtain a copy of the Linux source code used in our product, please e-mail your request with your name and company affiliation to gplrequest@drobo.com.
  • Page 32 NOTES drobo.com | Safety and Warranty | viii...

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