Chapter 1: Introduction; Overview; Product Highlights; File Server - Thecus N4100+ User Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

Thank you for choosing the Thecus N4100+ IP Storage Server. The Thecus
N4100+ 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 three Terabyte of storage
is available using RAID 0. Two Gigabit Ethernet ports enhances network efficiency,
allowing the N4100+ to take over file management functions, increase application
and data sharing and provide faster data response. The N4100+ offers data
mobility with a disk roaming feature that lets you hot swap working hard drives
for use in another N4100+, securing the continuity of data in the event of
hardware failure. The N4100+ allows data consolidation and sharing between
Windows (SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple OS X environments. The N4100+'s
user-friendly GUI supports multiple languages.

Product Highlights

File Server

First and foremost, the N4100+ 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 N4100+ >
Web User Interface.

Media Server

Mediabolic's Embedded Media Server resides on the N4100+ 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 a simple
affair.
To set up the Media Server, refer to Chapter 4: Additional Feature Setup >
Media Server.

FTP Server

With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and
download files to your N4100+ 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: Additional Feature Setup > FTP
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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