Chapter 1: Introduction; Overview; Product Highlights; File Server - Thecus 1U4600 User Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

Thank you for choosing the Thecus 1U4600 IP Storage Server. The Thecus 1U4600
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 six Terabyte of storage is available using
RAID 5 and RAID 6. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance network efficiency, allowing the
1U4600 to take over file management functions, increase application and data
sharing and provide faster data response. The 1U4600 offers data mobility with a
disk roaming feature that lets you hot swap working hard drives for use in another
1U4600, securing the continuity of data in the event of hardware failure. The
1U4600 allows data consolidation and sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS),
UNIX/Linux, and Apple OS X environments. The 1U4600's user-friendly GUI
supports multiple languages.

Product Highlights

File Server

First and foremost, the 1U4600 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 5: Using the 1U4600 > Using WebDisk.

FTP Server

With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and
download files to your 1U4600 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 4: System Network> FTP .
iTunes Server
With the built-in iTunes server capability, the 1U4600 enables digital music to be
shared and played anywhere on the network!
To set up the iTunes Server, refer to
Chapter 4: Application Server>iTunes Configuration.
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