User Manual Part 1

LaCie Wireless Space • DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON Introduction
User Manual page 6
1. Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a LaCie Wireless Space, De-
sign by Neil Poulton. Built to enhance an existing network or to cre-
ate a new one, the LaCie Wireless Space offers expansive shared
storage and superior performance. Best of all, the Wireless Space
lives up to its name, giving you the freedom to connect to your
network using Wi-Fi. With its large capacity hard drive for storing
important data and backups, as well as a rich set of configurations
and features to satisfy the home networking novice and enthusiast
alike, the LaCie Wireless Space is the perfect choice for any home
or business.
Distinctive Design
The LaCie Wireless Space has a bold exterior, strengthened by fine
edges and a warm blue and green glow. As an attractive addition
to any environment, the Wireless Space is welcome in the home or
office. With convenience and storage expansion in mind, the Wire-
less Space has three USB 2.0 host ports, two in the back and one on
the front for easy access. Of course, as a wired and wireless network
expander, the Wireless Space also includes four Ethernet ports and
a Wi-Fi access point. Cooling vents on the underside ensure proper
air flow and quiet operation.
Media Server
Your LaCie Wireless Space can share media files with compatible
UPnP AV adapters and players as well as computers using iTunes.
Once on the network, the Wireless Space can store movies, music,
and photos on its OpenShare partition for all to enjoy.
Network Management Made Easy
The LaCie Wireless Space is compatible with Mac®, Windows®,
and Linux, allowing for an inclusive network. To complement strong
performance, the Wireless Space is bundled with LaCie Network
Assistant, a convenient application that provides important device
details for all LaCie network drives. Administration takes place in
the Dashboard, a web-based administration tool that is available
on any system connected to the network or from a remote location.
Quick Links
Click a topic:
✦ What is the best configuration for my network?
✦ Basic Installation
✦ Administering Your LaCie Wireless Space
✦ Beyond Basic Install