User guide

Chapter 3
Ways to Use the Media Hub
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Media Hub
Chapter 3: Ways to Use the
Media Hub
Overview
This chapter describes how you can use the Media Hub:
centralized storage •
digital media sharing •
on-demand backups •
automatic backup of your computers •
Centralized Storage
The Media Hub is designed to store and share files for your
network. Most people use Windows Explorer to manage
the files of the Media Hub.
If the Remote Access service
†
is enabled, then use the
File Browser for remote access of the Media Hub. (FTP
is another option.) For more information about how to
configure the remote access settings, refer to Remote
Access, page 41.
Local Access
Media files are typically stored on different computers
and other network devices throughout the house. You can
copy all of the media files to the Media Hub, so your media
content is stored in one location for convenient access.
Plus you have backup copies of your media files.
The Media Hub offers three ways to help you copy files to
the Media Hub:
the Media Importer •
NTI Shadow •
the Drag-and-Drop feature •
For more information, refer to Chapter 2: Getting Started,
page 5.
Remote Access
If you enable and set up the Remote Access service,
you can use the Media Hub over the Internet. For more
information about how to configure the remote access
settings, refer to Remote Access, page 41. Use the File
Browser to add, copy, move, or delete files. Refer to File
Browser, page 24.
Remotely access your
media and data files
over the Internet
View pictures on
any computer
Automatic or
on-demand backups
Wireless Broadband
Router
Internet
Watch videos on your
big-screen TV or listen to music
on your home entertainment
sound system
Digital Media Adapter
Media Hub
Diagram Showing the Media Hub
Includes Remote Access service for one year from date of purchase. †
Fees may apply thereafter and are subject to change. Go to
www.linksysbycisco.com for further information.