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Mediashair hub w/sd/usb input & built-in power station
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MediaShair Hub
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GWFRSDU
PART NO. M1240

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  • Page 1 MediaShair Hub w/SD/USB Input & Built-in Power Station GWFRSDU PART NO. M1240...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Package Contents ..........................7 System Requirements ........................... 7 Product Overview..........................7 Getting Started ............................8 MediaShair Mode: ..............................8 Powerstation Mode: ............................... 8 Recharging the MediaShair Hub: ..........................8 Resetting the MediaShair Hub: ..........................8 ® ® ®...
  • Page 3 ® ® ® Sharing Documents (iPod /iPhone /iPad ) ..................19 Sharing Options:..............................19 Sharing Documents: .............................. 19 ® ® ® Downloading Files to My Device (iPod /iPhone /iPad ) ..............21 Select Download Source: ............................21 Downloading a File: .............................. 21 ®...
  • Page 4 Audio Playback Controls: ............................44 ® Media Playback - Movie/Video Files (Android Devices) ..............45 Playing a Movie or Video File: ..........................45 Movie Playback Controls: ............................45 ® Media Playback - Photo Files (Android Devices) ................46 Viewing Photo Files: .............................. 46 Photo Viewing Controls: ............................
  • Page 5 Wireless Connection Setup: ........................... 63 Wireless Security Settings – Device Name: ......................64 Wireless Security Settings – Security Options: ...................... 65 MediaShair Hub Setup (PC/Laptop) ....................68 MediaShair Power Up: ............................68 Network Settings:..............................68 MediaShair Home Page: ............................69 Viewing MediaShair Hub Content (PC/Laptop) ..................
  • Page 6 Network Options: ..............................88 Host Name: ................................88 Wi-Fi & LAN: ................................89 DHCP Server: ................................. 90 Internet: ................................91 MediaShair Hub Home Page (PC/Laptop) ................... 92 User Manager: ..............................92 Disk Setting: ................................93 Network Services: ..............................94 System Settings: ..............................95 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ..............

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Package Contents  1 x MediaShair Wireless Media Hub  1 x USB to Micro-USB Cable  1 x Car Charger  1 x User Manual  1 x Warranty Card System Requirements  Wi-Fi equipped wireless devices  SD Card or external USB Storage device with Media Content ...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started MediaShair Mode: MediaShair mode is the normal operating mode which enables all features and functions of the device. The Powerstation mode (described in the next section) turns on only the charging output, and keeps the rest of the unit functions off to save power. To turn on the MediaShair Hub and begin streaming your stored content: a.

  • Page 9: Mediashair Hub Setup (Ipod ® /Iphone ® /Ipad ® )

    If at any point your MediaShair Hub is not operating correctly or if the pre-shared key is lost, you will need to perform a hard reset to restore the MediaShair Hub to Factory Default Settings. a. Locate the Reset Button on the back of the unit. b.

  • Page 10: Viewing Mediashair Hub Content (Ipod ® /Iphone ® /Ipad ® )

    Enter the default password 12345678 and tap Join to connect. Wi-Fi will display MediaShair-XXXX. Viewing MediaShair Hub Content (iPod /iPhone /iPad ® ® ® Accessing and Viewing Content:...
  • Page 11 Insert a SD Card, USB Flash Drive or External Hard Drive with movies, music, photos or files. Make sure the MediaShair-XXXX Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the MediaShair App on your iOS device. On the Home screen, tap the MediaShair button to show the SD Card and/or USB contents.

  • Page 12: Using The Function Buttons

    Using the Function Buttons:  Home Button - Tap to bring you back to the Main Screen  View Button - Tap to switch between List and Thumbnail views.  Settings Button - Tap to change the MediaShair Hub Wi-Fi and Internet configurations.

  • Page 13: Media Playback - Movie/Video Files (Ipod ® /Iphone ® /Ipad ® )

     Track Back - Tap once to restart currently playing track. Tap twice to play previous track.  Track Forward - Tap once to play next track.  Play/Pause / - Tap to pause or to begin/resume current track.  Stop -Tap to stop the song currently playing.

  • Page 14: Movie Playback Controls

    By default, the video playback is in Landscape mode. Please Note: Only file formats supported by iOS will be viewable. Movie Playback Controls:  Play/Pause - Tap Play button to begin/resume the video. Tap Pause to pause the video.  Rewind/Start Over - Tap and hold to rewind the video during playback.

  • Page 15: Photo Viewing Controls

    Tap the thumbnail and the photo will open automatically. *Please Note: Only file formats supported by iOS will be viewable. Photo Viewing Controls:  Thumbnail/List View – Photos can be viewed as either Thumbnails or as a List. To toggle between these viewing modes, simply tap the View button ...

  • Page 16: Setting Background Music

     Background Music - Tap this to add music to your slideshow. Setting Background Music: Press Select, then tap the folder that has music files available. Tap any song (or songs) to select it for playback, a green checkmark will appear. Selected music will begin playing.
  • Page 17 To share to iOS Camera Roll:  To add the selected photo to your camera roll, tap the Add to Photo button. A notification will let you know when saving is complete. To upload to Facebook: i. To upload the selected photo to Facebook, tap the Upload to Facebook button.

  • Page 18: Opening And Viewing Documents (Ipod ® /Iphone ® /Ipad ® )

    ii. You will be redirected and prompted to log-in and allow access for WiFi- Storage. Tap OK and your photo will be uploaded. Please Note: To upload to Facebook, you MUST have the Facebook App on your device. Opening and Viewing Documents (iPod /iPhone /iPad ®...

  • Page 19: Sharing Documents (Ipod ® /Iphone ® /Ipad ® )

    b. Tap the file name and the document will open in viewer mode. Sharing Documents (iPod /iPhone /iPad ® ® ® Sharing Options:  Email is the only supported sharing method at this time. Sharing Documents: a. Select the document to share. b.
  • Page 20 c. Tap the Email button and the default email app will launch with the document attached. d. Type in the email address, subject, and any message then press send.

  • Page 21: Downloading Files To My Device (Ipod ® /Iphone ® /Ipad ® )

    Downloading Files to My Device (iPod /iPhone /iPad ® ® ® Select Download Source: Insert a SD Card or connect a USB Flash Drive or External Hard Drive with movies, music, photos or files. Make sure the file format is supported by the mobile device. Downloaded files are stored in the My Device folder within the MediaShair app.
  • Page 22 Select the root folder for SD card or USB. Select a sub folder to open (if any) then tap a file to select for download. A green check mark will indicate the files selected. To unselect a file, tap the file again and the green check mark will disappear.
  • Page 23 Tap the Download button and select Local, then select from Files, Movies, Music, or Photos as the location to transfer the file. Please Note: If there is both a USB storage device and SD card inserted in the MediaShair Hub, you can also select the alternate storage device as a destination for the transfer.
  • Page 24 After a destination is chosen, tap Confirm and the download will begin. A status screen showing the progress of the transfer will be displayed. Once finished, tap X to close.

  • Page 25: Viewing My Device Content (Ipod ® /Iphone ® /Ipad ® )

    Tap Done to exit Manage Mode. Viewing My Device Content (iPod /iPhone /iPad ® ® ® Notes on Content:  Files downloaded to the My Device folder within the MediaShair app may be viewed at any time, without requiring connection to the MediaShair Hub. ...

  • Page 26: Uploading Files To Mediashair (Ipod ® /Iphone ® /Ipad ® )

    Uploading Files to MediaShair (iPod /iPhone /iPad ® ® ® Notes on Content:  Only content stored in My Device or photos in the Camera Roll may be transferred from your device to a USB or SD storage device attached the MediaShair Hub. Uploading a File: Insert a SD Card or connect a USB Flash Drive or External Hard Drive to the MediaShair Hub.
  • Page 27 Tap the Manage button. Select a sub folder to open (if any) then tap a file or files to select for upload. A green check mark will indicate the files selected. To unselect a file, tap the file again and the green check mark will disappear.
  • Page 28 Tap the Upload button and select the destination from the listed options. You can also create a folder where the files will be saved. After selecting a file to upload, tap Create Folder. Enter a name for the new folder and tap Done. The file will be able to be saved in the newly created folder.

  • Page 29: Deleting Stored Content (Ipod /Iphone /Ipad )

    After a destination is chosen, tap Confirm and the upload will begin. The status screen shows the progress of the transfer. Once finished tap X to close, then tap Done to exit Manage Mode. Deleting Stored Content (iPod /iPhone /iPad ®...
  • Page 30 Make sure the MediaShair-XXXX Wi-Fi network is connected. Tap MediaShair then tap Manage. Select SD or USB storage, then select the file(s) to delete. A green check mark will indicate the file(s) selected. Tap the file again to unselect it. Tap the Delete button and a warning message will appear asking Are you sure you want to delete the file? Tap OK to confirm or Cancel to go back.

  • Page 31: Deleting Files From My Device

    To exit Manage Mode, tap the Done button. Deleting Files From My Device: Tap My Device then tap Manage to delete files from your iOS device. Select a folder, then select the file(s) to delete. A green check mark will indicate the file(s) selected.
  • Page 32 Select a folder and then select a file to delete by tapping on it. A green check mark will indicate the file(s) selected. Tap the file again to unselect it. Tap the Delete button then at the warning message Tap OK to confirm or Cancel to go back.

  • Page 33: Transferred Content (Ipod /Iphone /Ipad )

    Transferred Content (iPod /iPhone /iPad ® ® ® Checking File Transfer Status:  To check the history of downloaded or uploaded files between the MediaShair Hub and your device, tap the More button , then tap Transfer. All recently queued/transferred files will appear. Clearing File Transfer Info: Tap Clear to remove transfer information.
  • Page 34 Connect an Ethernet cable from the modem to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector on the MediaShair Hub. From the App Home Screen, tap Settings. Select Internet Settings to bring up the option for Wired Access (default) or Wireless Access. Select Wired Access and tap Set.

  • Page 35: Ip Settings

    Configure the wired connection by tapping IP Settings IP Settings: Option 1: DHCP (Default)  This option is used when your router automatically configures devices that are connected directly to it. DHCP is the default setting. Option 2: Static IP i.

  • Page 36: Wireless Internet Connection (Ipod /Iphone /Ipad )

    iii. The MediaShair Hub will need to reboot to apply the changes. Tap OK to confirm, then reconnect to the MediaShair-XXXX network when finished. Wireless Internet Connection (iPod /iPhone /iPad ® ® ® Wireless Connection Setup: Make sure the MediaShair Hub is powered on and your device is connected the MediaShair-XXXX network.
  • Page 37 Select Internet Access to bring up the option for Wired Access (default) or Wireless Access. Select Wireless Access and tap Set. Under Configure your Wi-Fi connection, select a wireless network and enter the password (pre-shared network key). Tap Join to connect.

  • Page 38: Wireless Security Settings - Device Name

    Wireless Security Settings – Device Name: To change the name of your MediaShair Hub tap Device Name. Enter the new name into the SSID box then tap the Set button.

  • Page 39: Wireless Security Settings - Security Options

    Wireless Security Settings – Security Options: To change the security mode and/or pre-shared network key: i. Tap Security Options ii. To change the Security Mode, select the desired security mode from the list then tap the Set button or skip to step 3 to change the security key. iii.
  • Page 40 iv. The MediaShair Hub will need to reboot to apply the changes. Tap OK to confirm, then reconnect to the MediaShair-XXXX network when finished.

  • Page 41: Mediashair Hub Setup (Android Devices)

    MediaShair Hub Setup (Android Devices) ® MediaShair Power Up: Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn on the MediaShair Hub.  The green power LED will turn on.  The blue Wi-Fi LED will begin flashing then turn solid when the Wi-Fi network is live. ®...

  • Page 42: Viewing Mediashair Hub Content (Android Devices)

    Choose MediaShair-XXXX network (-XXXX is the last 4 digits of the device’s MAC ID). Enter the default password 12345678 and tap Connect to join. Wi-Fi will display MediaShair-XXXX. Viewing MediaShair Hub Content (Android Devices) ® Accessing and Viewing Content: Insert a SD Card, USB Flash Drive or External Hard Drive with movies, music, photos or files.

  • Page 43: Using The Function Buttons

    Make sure the MediaShair-XXXX Wi-Fi network is connected. On the Home screen, tap the MediaShair button to show the SD Card and/or USB contents. Tap the Root folder, then tap the file you wish to access and playback will begin automatically.

  • Page 44: Media Playback (Android Devices)

     Back Button – Tap to view the previous screen.  Manage Button – Tap to Share, Download, Upload, Transfer and Delete files.  My MediaShair - Tap to access content on storage devices connected to the MediaShair Hub  My Device –...

  • Page 45: Media Playback - Movie/Video Files (Android ® Devices)

     Track Back - Tap once to restart currently playing track. Tap twice to play previous track.  Track Forward - Tap once to play next track.  Play/Pause / - Tap to pause or to begin/resume current track.  Stop -Tap to stop the song currently playing.

  • Page 46: Media Playback - Photo Files (Android ® Devices)

     Fit to Screen - Tap the Fit to Screen button to scale the video file to fill your device’s screen. Media Playback - Photo Files (Android Devices) ® Viewing Photo Files: Locate the photo file that you would like to view. Tap the thumbnail and the photo will open automatically.

  • Page 47: Setting Background Music

     Single Slideshow - Tap the Single Slideshow button to play the slideshow once, stopping after the last photo is displayed.  Pause Slideshow - Tap the Pause button to pause the slideshow. Tap again to continue playing.  Restart/Replay Slideshow - Tap to restart or replay Slideshow ...

  • Page 48: Opening And Viewing Documents (Android Devices)

    To add the selected photo to your photo gallery, tap the Add to Photo button. A notification will let you know when saving is complete. Opening and Viewing Documents (Android Devices) ® Supported Formats:  Excel  Word  PowerPoint ...

  • Page 49: Downloading Files To My Device (Android ® Devices)

    b. Tap the file name and the document will open in viewer mode. Downloading Files to My Device (Android Devices) ® Select Download Source: a. Insert a SD Card or connect a USB Flash Drive or External Hard Drive with movies, music, photos or files.
  • Page 50 c. Tap the Manage button. d. Select the root folder for SD or USB.
  • Page 51 e. Select a sub folder to open (if any) then tap a file to select for download. A blue check mark will indicate the files selected. To unselect a file, tap the selected file and the blue check mark will disappear. Tap the Download button and select My Device, then select from Documents, Movies, Music, or Photos as the location to transfer the file.
  • Page 52 After a destination is chosen, tap Confirm and the download will begin. The status screen shows the progress of the transfer. Once finished, tap X to close. Tap Done to exit Manage Mode.

  • Page 53: Viewing My Device Content (Android Devices)

    Viewing My Device Content (Android Devices) ® Notes on Content:  Files downloaded to the My Device folder within the MediaShair app may be viewed at any time, without requiring connection to the MediaShair Hub.  The stored content may only be viewed or accessed within the MediaShair app. Viewing Content: To access downloaded content, tap My Device, then tap the folder in which the file was saved.
  • Page 54 Select a folder and then select a file to upload. A blue check mark indicates the files selected. Tap the file again to unselect it and the blue check mark will disappear. Tap the Upload button and select the destination from the listed options.

  • Page 55: Deleting Stored Content (Android Devices)

    You can also create a folder where the files will be saved. After selecting a destinations, tap Create Folder. Enter a name for the new folder and tap Done. After a destination is chosen, tap Confirm and the upload will begin. A status screen will appear showing the progress of the transfer.
  • Page 56 Make sure the MediaShair-XXXX Wi-Fi network is connected. Tap MediaShair then tap Manage. Select a folder and then select a file to delete. A blue check mark indicates the files selected. Tap the file again to unselect it and the blue check mark will disappear. Tap the Delete button and a warning message will appear asking Are you sure you want to delete the file? Tap OK to confirm or Cancel to go back.

  • Page 57: Deleting Files From My Device

    Tap the Done button to exit Manage Mode. Deleting Files from My Device: Tap My Device then tap Manage.
  • Page 58 Select a folder, then select the file to delete. A blue check mark will indicate the file is selected. Tap the file again to unselect it and the blue check mark will disappear. Tap the Delete button and a warning message will appear asking Are you sure you want to delete the file? Tap OK to confirm or Cancel to go back.

  • Page 59: Transferred Content (Android Devices)

    Tap the Done button to exit Manage Mode. Transferred Content (Android Devices) ® Checking File Transfer Status: To check the history of downloaded or uploaded files between the MediaShair and your device, tap the More button , then tap Transfer. All recently queued or transferred files will appear.
  • Page 60 Make sure the MediaShair Hub is powered on and your device is connected the MediaShair-XXXX network. Connect an Ethernet cable from the modem to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector on the MediaShair Hub. From the App Home Screen, tap Settings. Select Internet Settings to bring up the option for Wired Access (default) or Wireless Access.

  • Page 61: Ip Settings

    Configure the wired connection by tapping IP Settings IP Settings: Option 1: DHCP (Default)  This option is used when your router automatically configures devices that are connected directly to it. DHCP is the default setting.
  • Page 62 Option 2: Static IP i. Tap the Static IP button. ii. Please fill in IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Primary DNS, and Secondary DNS fields and tap Set. iii. The MediaShair Hub will need to reboot to apply the changes. Tap OK to confirm, then reconnect to the MediaShair-XXXX network when finished.

  • Page 63: Wireless Internet Connection (Android Devices)

    Wireless Internet Connection (Android Devices) ® Wireless Connection Setup: Make sure the MediaShair Hub is powered on and your device is connected the MediaShair-XXXX network. From the App Home Screen, tap Settings. Select Internet Access to bring up the option for Wired Access (default) or Wireless Access.

  • Page 64: Wireless Security Settings - Device Name

    Under Configure your Wi-Fi connection, select a wireless network and enter the password (pre-shared network key). Tap Join to connect. Wireless Security Settings – Device Name: To change the name of your MediaShair Hub tap Device Name.

  • Page 65: Wireless Security Settings - Security Options

    Enter the new name into the SSID box then tap the Set button. Wireless Security Settings – Security Options: To change the security mode and/or pre-shared network key: i. Tap Security Options...
  • Page 66 ii. To change the Security Mode, select the desired security mode from the list then tap the Set button or go to step 3 to change the security key. iii. To change the pre-shared security key, enter the new key into the box then tap the Set button.

  • Page 68: Mediashair Hub Setup (Pc/Laptop)

    MediaShair Hub Setup (PC/Laptop) MediaShair Power Up:  Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn on the MediaShair Hub. o The green power indicator LED will turn on. o The blue Wi-Fi indicator LED will begin flashing and then turn solid when the Wi-Fi network is live.

  • Page 69: Mediashair Home Page

    Open an Internet browser window and enter 10.10.10.254 into the address bar. Enter the Default Username and Password: Default Username: admin Default Password: Blank (No Password) MediaShair Home Page:...

  • Page 70: Viewing Mediashair Hub Content (Pc/Laptop)

     The home page provides access to different options for viewing content, User settings, Network Settings, System Settings, or use the Wizard for a step by step walkthrough setup. Viewing MediaShair Hub Content (PC/Laptop) Accessing and Viewing Content: Insert a SD Card, USB Flash or External Drive with movies, music, photos or files. Make sure the MediaShair-xxxx Wi-Fi network is connected.
  • Page 71 Select a file to view or playback by clicking on it, and then click the Open button. The selected content will open in a new browser tab or window for viewing.

  • Page 72: Media Controls

    Media Controls:  Control functions are limited to those built into the computer’s browser. File Management: Download, Upload, Copy, Delete, and More (PC/Laptop) Notes on Content:  Although content stored on a PC/Laptop may be transferred to a USB or SD storage device attached the MediaShair Hub, playback of that content on other devices is limited to the formats supported by those individual devices.
  • Page 73 Click Browse and select the file to upload from your computer to the MediaShair Hub and click OK. Please Note: Files larger than 2GB cannot be uploaded to the MediaShair Hub. The upload status screen will show the progress of the upload.

  • Page 74: Creating A New Folder

    Once completed, the file uploaded will appear in the destination folder selected. Creating a New Folder:  Create – Click the Create button to create a new folder in the current directory. Copying Files to/from Connected Storage Devices: Select the file to copy. Select the destination drive and click OK.

  • Page 75: Moving Files Between Connected Storage Devices

    Moving Files Between Connected Storage Devices: Select a file to move. Click the Move Button then select a destination folder.

  • Page 76: Deleting Files

    The transfer appears on the status screen, and an alert provides conformation when the file transfer is complete. Click OK to exit. Click open to access any file selected. Deleting Files: Select the file to delete. Click the delete button. A confirmation window will appear, click OK to move forward with deleting the file.

  • Page 77: Renaming Files

    A second confirmation window will appear, click OK to delete the file or cancel to exit. Renaming Files: Select the file to rename Click the Rename button. Type the new name in the text field and click Save.

  • Page 78: Wired Internet Connection (Pc/Laptop)

    Wired Internet Connection (PC/Laptop) MediaShair Hub Connection: Connect an Ethernet cable from the modem to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector on the MediaShair Hub. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn on the MediaShair Hub. Wait for the blue Wi-Fi indicator to turn on solid. PC/Laptop Setup: Make sure the PC is connected to the MediaShair-XXXX Wi-Fi network as shown under the section entitled: MediaShair Hub Setup (PC/Laptop)>...
  • Page 79 On the welcome screen, click Next to begin the guided Wizard setup. On the Setup Wizard screen click Wired Access. The Dynamic IP option is preselected, so click Next to continue. Note: For easier setup, the MediaShair Hub default configuration is set to Wired Internet and Dynamic IP.
  • Page 80 After clicking Next, you can continue the easy setup by clicking Skip on the pages for Wi-Fi & LAN Settings and User Setting to keep the default settings. The MediaShair Hub will reboot after changing settings or skipping the last page. After the MediaShair Hub reboots, make sure you are connected to the MediaShair- XXXX Wi-Fi network (you will have to reconnect after rebooting if your computer is set to automatically connect to other networks).

  • Page 81: Wired Internet Connection - Advanced Settings (Pc/Laptop)

    Wired Internet Connection - Advanced Settings (PC/Laptop) Network Options: Follow the instructions for setting up a Wired Internet Connection. On the MediaShair Home page, click on Network, then select from the available options: Host Name:  Enter a Host Name between 2 and 8 characters. Must begin with a letter and be followed by a combination of letters, numbers, and/or dashes.

  • Page 82: Wi-Fi & Lan

    Wi-Fi & LAN:  SSID – To change the name of the network created by the MediaShair Hub, type in a name or combination of letters, numbers, and/or symbols.  Mode – Select the wireless standard that best works with your device. ...

  • Page 83: Dhcp Server

     The MediaShair Hub will need to reboot to apply any changes made. Hit the Save button and reconnect to the MediaShair-XXXX network once it has finished. DHCP Server:  DHCP Server – Enabling this feature allows the MediaShair Hub to distribute independent IP Addresses for each wireless device that connects to its network.

  • Page 84: Internet

     Client List – Click this to display all the devices, and the IP Addresses associated with them, currently connected to the MediaShair Hub.  If DHCP Server is ENABLED: o Start Address – This is the IP Address that will be assigned to the FIRST device that connects to the MediaShair Hub network.

  • Page 85: Ddns

    DDNS:  Allows setting a Dynamic Domain Name Server associated via a 3 Party Service. Wireless Internet Connection (PC/Laptop) Wireless connection setup: Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn on the MediaShair Hub. Wait for the blue Wi-Fi indicator to turn on solid. PC/Laptop Setup: Make sure the PC is connected to the MediaShair-XXXX Wi-Fi network as shown under the section entitled: MediaShair Hub Setup (PC/Laptop)>...
  • Page 86 On the Setup Wizard screen click Wireless Access. Use the drop down button in the SSID box to choose a wireless network. If the desired network is not available as an option, click the Scan button to locate the network. After selecting a network, enter the pre-shared network key into the Password box and click Next.
  • Page 87 The MediaShair Hub will reboot after changing settings or skipping the last page.

  • Page 88: Wireless Internet Connection - Advanced Settings (Pc/Laptop)

    After the MediaShair Hub reboots, make sure you are connected to the MediaShair- XXXX Wi-Fi network (you will have to reconnect if your computer is set to automatically connect to other networks) Re-enter the Username and Password. You can now access the Internet by opening a browser window, or access your MediaShair Hub content by clicking the Explorer icon.

  • Page 89: Wi-Fi & Lan

    Wi-Fi & LAN:  SSID – To change the name of the network created by the MediaShair Hub, type in a name or combination of letters, numbers, and/or symbols.  Mode – Select the wireless standard that best works with your device. ...

  • Page 90: Dhcp Server

    DHCP Server:  DHCP Server – Enabling this feature allows the MediaShair Hub to distribute independent IP Addresses for each wireless device that connects to its network. Disabling this feature causes the wireless devices to share a single IP Address. ...

  • Page 91: Internet

    o Primary DNS – DNS address assigned by the network. o Second DNS – Secondary DNS address provided by the network. Internet:  Wired Access – Select for wireless connection to an existing wireless network.  Wireless Access – Select for hardwire connection to a router or modem. ...

  • Page 92: Mediashair Hub Home Page (Pc/Laptop)

    MediaShair Hub Home Page (PC/Laptop) User Manager: a. Make sure the MediaShair Hub is powered up, the PC is connected to the MediaShair-XXXX network, and the browser is logged in to the Home Page as shown in the section entitled: MediaShair Hub Setup (PC/Laptop). b.

  • Page 93: Disk Setting

    To apply the changes, close the browser window and reopen a browser window and enter 10.10.10.254 into the address bar.  Default Username: admin  New Password: (User Selected) Successfully logging in will bring you to the MediaShair Home screen. Disk Setting: ...

  • Page 94: Network Services

     Displays information about the attached USB Drive and/or inserted SD Card.  To safely remove the USB Drive or inserted SD Card while connected to the PC, select the drive and click Remove. Click OK on the warning box to proceed or Cancel to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 95: System Settings

     Use to enable or disable Samba Service. System Settings: Click the System icon.
  • Page 96 Click Time Settings to change the System time settings as needed.  Time Zone – Change the time zone to match the time zone where you live.  Auto Sync – Enable this feature to have the time synced with an internet time server.
  • Page 97  Click Save to download a backup of the current settings of the MediaShair Hub.  The file will have a .bin.gz file extension.  Restore System Settings from Backup – To restore the MediaShair Hub to a previous settings state: ...
  • Page 98 Click Firmware Upgrade to change the settings as needed. i. To upgrade the firmware for the MediaShair Hub: ii. Download the latest firmware from www.iogear.com. iii. Transfer the file to a USB storage device. iv. Insert the USB device into the MediaShair Hub USB port.
  • Page 99 vi. Click Save to start the firmware upgrade process. The MediaShair Hub will need 5 minutes to complete the process. vii. Once finished you will be prompted to log in with the username and password. Click Reset Settings to restore the MediaShair Hub to factory default settings: i.
  • Page 100 iii. A warning message will ask if you want to continue, Click OK. iv. A second warning message will appear. Click Cancel to go back or OK to continue with the factory restore.
  • Page 101 v. The MediaShair Hub will need 3 minutes to complete the process. vi. The MediaShair Hub is reset to the original factory settings.

  • Page 102: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Statement

    We’re here to help you! Make sure you: 1. Visit www.iogear.com for more product information 2. Visit www.iogear.com/support for live help and product support Limited Warranty This product carries a 1 Year Limited Warranty. For the terms and conditions of this warranty, please go to http://www.iogear.com/support/warranty...

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