Chapter 1: Introduction; Overview; Product Highlights; File Server - Thecus N0204 miniNAS User Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

Thank you for choosing the Thecus N0204 miniNAS IP Storage Appliance. The Thecus N0204
miniNAS 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 1 Terabytes of storage is available. Gigabit Ethernet ports
enhance network efficiency, allowing the N0204 miniNAS to take over file management
functions, increase application and data sharing and provide faster data response. The N0204
miniNAS lets you hot swap working hard drives, securing the continuity of data in the event
of hardware failure. The N0204 miniNAS allows data consolidation and sharing between
Windows (SMB/CIFS), and Apple OS X environments. The N0204 miniNAS's user-friendly GUI
supports multiple languages.

Product Highlights

File Server

First and foremost, the N0204 miniNAS 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 6: Using the N0204 miniNAS >
Web User Interface.

FTP Server

With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and download files to
your N0204 miniNAS 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 5: Additional Feature Setup > FTP Server.

Backup Server

Don't leave precious data to chance. With advanced backup capabilities, you can easily
upload mission critical files to the N0204 miniNAS, and even automate your backup tasks for
true peace-of-mind.
To find out how to backup your files with the N0204 miniNAS, refer to Chapter 6: Using the
N0204 miniNAS > File Backup.

Media Server

Macrovision's Embedded Media Server resides on the N0204 miniNAS and aggregates
personal media so that it was can be accessed by a variety of players, such as network TVs,
IP set-top boxes, and digital media adapters. This software is DLNA Certified, which means
that increased interoperability with other DLNA certified devices. The software also enables
advanced digital rights management, an auto setup wizard, and auto-generating video
thumbnails. Mediabolic's Embedded Media Server makes accessing, sharing, and enjoying
your media files easy.
To set up the Media Server, refer to Chapter 4: Additional Feature Setup > Media
Server.
iTunes® Server
Digital music is one of the hottest trends, and with the built-in iTunes® server, you can
share your digital music files with every iTunes-equipped PC on your network. The iTunes
Server is also incredibly easy to set up!
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