User Manual OMNINAS KD21/KD22
English Table of Contents Product Overview Features 1-1 Package Contents.............................................................. 1-1 System Requirements......................................................... 1-2 Product Views 1-3 Front View........................................................................ 1-3 Rear View......................................................................... 1-4 LED Definitions..................................................................
OMNINAS Wizard.......................................................... 2-15 Connecting by Web Browser........................................... 2-24 Mapping Network Drives................................................... 2-27 Map All........................................................................ 2-27 Map Individual Drive...................................................... 2-28 Deleting Network Drives.................................................
Editing Users................................................................... 3-15 Deleting Users................................................................. 3-15 Storage Management 3-16 RAID Manager................................................................. 3-16 RAID Types..................................................................... 3-16 Creating a RAID Mode.................................................... 3-17 Disk Manager Menu..............................................
3-34 Setting Up Power Management.......................................... 3-34 Setting Up a Power On/Off Schedule................................... 3-35 Editing/Deleting a Set Power On/Off Schedule...................... 3-36 Share Management 3-37 Adding Folders................................................................. 3-37 Creating a Public Folder................................................. 3-37 Creating a Private Folder................................................
Acronis Backup Software................................................... 3-54 Windows Backup.............................................................. 3-54 Mac OS Time Machine....................................................... 3-59 System Configuration 3-62 Setting Date and Time...................................................... 3-62 Rebooting and Powering Off.............................................. 3-63 Reboot the system........................................................
Media Server................................................................... 3-80 Setting Up Media Server................................................ 3-80 Twonky Server.............................................................. 3-82 iTunes Server............................................................... 3-87 OMNINAS for Android Installing the Application 4-1 Overview 4-1 Connecting an OMNINAS 4-3 Adding a WAN Device.........................................................
5-2 Adding a Remote Device..................................................... 5-2 Adding a Local Device......................................................... 5-3 Configuration 5-5 Opening Document Files 5-6 Viewing Movie Files 5-7 Viewing Photo Files 5-8 Posting to Facebook........................................................... 5-8 Accessing a Private Folder 5-9 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 6-1 Environmental Control 6-8 System Temperature.....................................
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CE compliance This device is classed as a technical information equipment (ITE) in class B and is intended for use in living room and office.
Chapter 1 Product Overview
Features Product Overview English Features • Embedded Linux • Supports Microsoft® Windows® and Mac OS • Largest single HDD capacity supported > 4TB • USB 3.0 (front panel) (flash drive, external HDD, hub, printer, digital camera, etc.
Features Product Overview English System Requirements PC Users: • Pentium® III 500Mhz processor or higher • Microsoft® Windows® XP Home / Professional / Professional x64 SP3 or later • Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 7.0, Firefox® 3.x, Google Chrome or Apple Safari 3.
Product Views Product Overview English Product Views Front View 1 2 1 2 6 3 7 4 5 1 2 8 9 OMNINAS Front View Front View Identification Item Description 1 Power Button 2 Status LED, see LED Definitions HDD removal buttons (2 = HDD2, 1 = HDD1) 3 Note: For RAID 1 configuration only. 4 HDD tray release 5 USB 3.
Product Views Product Overview English Rear View 3 1 4 2 5 OMNINAS Rear View Rear View Identification Item Description 1 DC IN, power jack 2 Reset button 3 K-Lock security slot 4 USB 2.
Product Overview LED Definitions The OMNINAS comes with six LED indicators (five in front and one in back). See the following table for behavior and location descriptions.
Item Product Overview Name 3 USB status Color/Condition Description Blue / Solid on Plugged in / printer connection Blue / Blinking / Solid on Active, auto copy access Off 4 HDD1 status 5 HDD2 status Blue / Solid on HDD access Blue / Blinking / Audible Beep RAID1 selected, audible beep x 1 Red / Solid on Failure Red / Blinking HDD1 rebuilding Off Not detected Blue / Solid on HDD access Blue / Blinking / Audible Beep RAID1 selected, audible beep x 1 Red / Solid on Failure Red /
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Getting Started Hardware Installation This section includes information to help you install the hard drives in the OMNINAS before you can begin using your storage device. First Instance The following guidelines provide information for first time installation of your OMNINAS. Before you can get started, install the hard drives on your device. You can install either 2.5” or 3.5” drives.
Hardware Installation Getting Started English 4. Pull the tray release to unlock the hard disk tray. The HDD slides out if undocked. Tray release HDD1 Tray Released 5. Grasp the tray and slide it out. Bottom side of tray Removing the HDD1 Tray 6. Place the tray on a clean surface.
Hardware Installation Getting Started Make sure the new HDD is facing up and the connectors are positioned outward. 8. Insert the new HDD into the tray.. 9. Secure with the provided screws. HDD connectors HDD1 2.5” HDD 2.5” HD D D1 SATA Conn. HD 2.5” 2.5” Screws x4 Front side Securing the 2.5” HDD Front side HDD1 HDD connectors Securing the 3.5” HDD 2-3 English 7. Position the HDD as indicated in the following illustration.
Hardware Installation Getting Started 11. Align the HDD assembly (This side up label facing up) in the bay, see following figure. 12. Slide the HDD assembly into place until it is flush in the bay. p eu d i s is Th Tray release Bottom side of tray Installing the HDD Tray Assembly WARNING: HDD tray must be flush with the bay, see following illustration. Incorrect position Correct position HDD Installation Position 2-4 English 10.
Getting Started 13. Raise the tray release to lock the HDD assembly. An audible click sounds when the tray is locked. Tray release Locking the HDD Assembly 14. Close the bay cover. 2 1 1 2 Closing the HDD Bay Cover 15. To install a second hard disk drive, repeat the previous instructions. Your system is now ready to connect your local network. See Connecting the Ethernet Port.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started English Connecting the OMNINAS Connecting the Ethernet Port The OMNINAS must be configured and setup before use. Two connection methods are supported: • Switch/router to OMNINAS • Direct PC/laptop to OMNINAS Connect to a Switch or Router 1. Connect one end of the provided LAN cable to the LAN port on the OMNINAS. 2. Connect the other end to a LAN port on the DHCP enabled router, see following figure.
Getting Started Connect Directly to a PC or Laptop 1. Use OMNINAS default IP settings or set your PC/Laptop’s IP settings to match the network subnet group of the OMNINAS. Example: OMNINAS default IP settings: 169.254.100.200 Or configure your PC to these settings: 169.254.XX.X (Whereas XX represents a number from 1 to 254, and X represents a number from 1 to 254 other than 200). 2. Connect one end of the LAN cable to the OMNINAS. 3. Connect the other end to your PC, see following figure.
Getting Started Connecting to Power 1. Connect the power jack to the back of the OMNINAS (DC IN). 2. Connect one end of the power cable to the supplied power adapter, and the other end to a wall outlet. See the following figure. Connecting the Power Adapter Note: The Power Adapter diagram depicts a typical wall socket. Your region may use a different socket type. Your OMNINAS is ready to be powered on. See Powering On.
Getting Started Powering On Press to power on. The status LED starts to blink. This process may take 1 to 2 minutes. 1 2 Pressing Power Button A blinking LED specifies that the system is in the powering-on state. A solid LED specifies that the OMNINAS has obtained an IP address from the router (DHCP connection). See LED Definitions for further information. In the event of a Red Blinking LED state, the system has failed to obtain an IP address from the router.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started English The HDD LEDs for any installed HDDs also light. See LED Definitions for further information. 1 2 1 2 HDD LEDs Note: In the event of failure or improperly installed HDDs, the HDD LEDs blink red. Additionally, the Web Interface displays a power off message, see the following. Displaying HDD Failure The OMNINAS is now ready for setup and configuration. Connect the system to your network by using the Finder Utility.
Getting Started Finder Utility The Finder utility allows you to detect any device within your network. The OMNINAS device must be within the same subnet group. OMNINAS Finder Utility Finder Utility Defined Mode Description Language Bar Click to select the language setting. Search Click to manually detect devices connected within the same network subgroup. Connect Click to access the login screen of the selected device. The web interface of the device displays through your default browser.
Getting Started System Initialization Linux users go to Connecting by Web Browser to continue the setup process. Windows and Mac users follow the information provided in the following section to continue the setup process. 1. Insert OMNINAS CD-ROM into your CD drive. A prompt displays. AutoPlay Prompt 2. Click Run OMNINAS Finder.exe to open the Finder application. The Welcome prompt displays. Welcome Prompt 3. Click Next to continue the installation. 4.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started When the installation is complete a final setup screen displays. Completing the Installation Setup 6. Click Finish to exit the installation setup. The OMNINAS Finder window displays. Note: Unless your computer system’s language setting is detected, the default language setting is English. The OMNINAS Finder application starts and displays all the detected devices within your network subnet. 7. Click Search to scan for available devices.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started English 8. Select a device and click Connect. Finder Utility Connect Function Note: The System Initialization screen only displays if new or unformatted HDDs are installed. All OMNINAS devices available within your subnet group are displayed in the OMNINAS Found tab. Note: If only one device is detected by Finder, the device’s web interface automatically display.
Getting Started OMNINAS Wizard The OMNINAS Wizard is your guide to initializing and setting up your OMNINAS device. IMPORTANT: The initialization process erases all data from the hard drive. Do not power down the OMNINAS during initialization to prevent damage to the system. To initialize your OMNINAS: 1. In the OMNINAS Wizard prompt, click Start. There are seven steps to follow. Welcome to OMNINAS Wizard Prompt 2. Select the language and time zone from the drop-down menus. 3. Click Next Step.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started English 5. Click Next Step. Adminstrator Account Prompt 6. In the Create OMNINAS prompt, enter a name to designate your OMNINAS device. The name must be 6 to 18 characters long. Once your device is named, the Internet status field displays the status of your network connection. If you are connected, your Share Box account registers successfully to the Share Box server. 7. Click Create to contiue.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started English Click Back to return to the previous menu. Internet Info. The following prompt displays. Without an Internet connection, the OMNINAS Share Box function can not be registered at this time. If you are connected to a DHCP router but still receive this error message, take a screen shot and provide the message to your router administrator or to the Shuttle Service Center.
Getting Started 9. In the Media Server option, click the option OFF. The setting switches to ON and a synchronization option displays. 10. Select from the following to set the sync options: Manual: select this to synchronize manually. Every: select a specific period of time for automaic synchronization. 11. In the iTunes Server option, click the option OFF. The setting switches to ON and a synchronization option displays. 12.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started In the RAID mode screen, you can select to build a new RAID array or select the Current RAID mode to maintain the previously configured file system. IMPORTANT: By choosing the current RAID mode the original data on the disk drives is preserved. However, the user and folder lists as well as existing settings are deleted. Step5. Create a RAID Disk Screen Note: The time required to rebuild a system is dependent on the RAID type selected and the size of hard drives.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started English 17. Enter the same password in the Reconfirm your password field. 18. Click Next Step to continue. Create a User Account Prompt The setup of your OMNINAS device is complete. The Complete prompt displays. The OMNINAS name as configured is displayed as well as the name of the administrator and user accounts. It is recommended to write down and keep the setup information for quick reference.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started Enter the OMNINAS management page: the device’s internal IP address displays (default: http://169.254.100.200). 1. Click Go to and the Management login prompt displays. Management Login 2. In the login prompt, enter the admin password as defined in Step 4 of the OMNINAS Wizard.
Getting Started Open a web browser to access Share Box files: the Share Box IP address displays. 1. Click Go to and the Share Box login prompt displays. Share Box Login 2. In the login prompt, enter the admin password as defined in page 2-16, step 3 of OMNINAS Wizard setup screen. 3. After connecting to your OMNINAS device, the user login prompt displays. 4. Type the user name and password of a define user account as defined in page 2-20, step 6 of OMNINAS Wizard setup screen.
Getting Started Open a file explorer windows: in the address bar, type the IP address as seen in page 2-17 of OMNINAS Wizard setup screen (\\169.254.100.200 is the fixed default IP). The shared folders display in the explorer window prompt.
Getting Started Connecting by Web Browser After initial setup, you can manage your OMNINAS through the interface menus. Connecting to the management menus is done by using either the Finder utility or direct access through a web browser.
Getting Started 3. Open a web browser and type the IP address in the address bar as shown in the IPv4 Address tab. The Login screen displays. Note: If only one device detected by Finder, it will automatically guide you to web UI page. Connecting by Using the Finder Utility 4. Enter the username to login and configure the OMNINAS. Default Username: admin Password: ****** Note: If the hard drives are not, yet, configured, the OMNINAS Wizard screen displays. You must configure the disks before continuing.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started English 3. In the address bar, type in the OMNINAS default IP address. Connecting Directly through a Web Browser 4. Enter the username to login and configure the OMNINAS. Default Username: admin Password: ****** Note: If the OMNINAS is not configured to use DHCP, the default IP address is http://169.254.100.200. Make sure the OMNINAS and the computer connected to it are under the same subnet.
Getting Started Mapping Network Drives You can create a shortcut (map) to an OMNINAS folder as a network drive on Windows workgroup networks. Once it is mapped (shortcut), you can access it from your computer or Windows Explorer. There are two methods to create a short cut, mapping all the available drives at once or mapping selected individual drives. Before you can map a drive, the OMNINAS device must be configured and initialized. See System Initialization. Mapping a Network Drive Map All 1.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started The connection process continues. Once the folders are successfully mapped to your computer, the status (Resource Mapping Table) for the folders displays Connected. 6. To access and manage your mapped folders, open the drive through the mapped shortcut. Displaying All Mapped Drives Note: If your network is under a domain server, mapping internal folders may require network access and permission. Map Individual Drive 1.
Connecting the OMNINAS Getting Started Note: Mapping private folders requires an additional authentication step. See the following guidance: • Click Connect to open the authentication login screen. • Enter the user name and password of a user authorized to access the folder (Share->User List). Entering Network Password • Authorization is complete and an explorer window displays. The mapped drive is now available on your computer. 6.
Getting Started Deleting Network Drives The delete function allows you to remove already mapped network drives. Close all folders associated with the drives to make sure the delete function successfully removes the shortcut reference. Note: After a drive is mapped, a software application on your computer can read and write files from the shared storage area by accessing that drive, just as if the mapped drive represented a local physical hard disk drive.
Chapter 3 Web Interface
Web Interface Overview The OMNINAS Web Interface allows you to configure your personal settings through a web browser. The Interface includes access to Settings, Storage, Share, USB, Backup, BT Download, Share Box and Media Service. You can use the Interface to manage your devices from a local or remote access in the same subnet group.
Web Interface Icon Item Description Media Server The Media Server menu allows you to enable or disable the media server function. Language Click to select the language (Default: English) to use on the interface. Click to initiate a system restart procedure. Restart Note: If a process is running, restart is scheduled after completion of the current process. Shut Down Click to power down the system. Logout Click to log off the current user.
Web Interface Settings Menu The Settings menu includes access to Wi-Fi, Network, Date & Time, General, About, Log, Factory Reset, Firmware Update, and FTP Server. You can use the Interface to configure your settings from a local or remote location in LAN. Settings Menu Settings Menu Settings Icon Item Description Wi-Fi The OMNINAS provides wireless connectivity as an Access Point (AP).
Web Interface Icon Item Description Display an overview of the OMNINAS settings and configuration information. This function is for display only. About Note: Admin account user name cannot be edited. Log Display and clear all log entries. Reset OMNINAS to factory default settings. Factory Reset IMPORTANT: All data and settings are deleted. Firmware Update Update device’s firmware. FTP Server The FTP Server function allows you to enable or disable ftp functionality to the OMNINAS.
Overview Web Interface English Storage Menu Storage Menu Storage Menu Settings Icon Item Description Auto Mirror Display current RAID mode. Enable or disable the auto mirroring function, available only in RAID 1 mode. Disk Manager Displays disk information and status (active, failed, mirroring and mount or unmount an external drive) for all internal or external (USB) drives. Displays the available disk capacity. Scan, repair, and format system disks. Mount, unmount, and format external devices.
Overview Web Interface English Share Menu Share Menu Share Menu Settings Icon Item Description Add Folder Add public or private folders. Folder List Display list of available folders, edit and delete both user created and default folders. Add User Add user profiles. Display list of available users, edit and delete the user profiles. User List Note: Administrator account cannot be deleted. However, the administrator password can be edited (General menu under Setting).
Overview Web Interface English USB Menu USB Menu USB Menu Settings Icon Item Printer Setting Description Display status information for connected printer devices. Enable or disable auto copying function to an SD card or an external (USB) device. Auto Copy Note: Auto copy is only supported on USB 3.0 ports and the SD card slot. Home Click to return to the Home menu. Logout Click to log off the current user.
Overview Web Interface English Backup Menu Backup Menu Backup Menu Settings Icon Item Description Backup Log Displays a history list of executed backup events. Backup Setting List Displays a list of all created back up settings. Create and schedule backup events from a selected source file to a target external or second OMNINAS device. Backup now function is available for instant backup events. Backup Setting Note: Events are executed in a sequential order.
Overview Web Interface English BT Download Menu BT Download Menu BT Download Menu Settings Icon Item Description BT Setting The BT Setting menu allows you to enable or disable the BT Download function. Set general and specific downloading settings (always, scheduled). BT Download Select files to upload, set preferences, download and upload rates, and manually control the download functions. Home Click to return to the Home menu. Logout Click to log off the current user.
Overview Web Interface English Share Box Menu Share Box Menu Share Box Menu Settings Icon Item Description Enable or disable remote sharing function through the omninas.net host servers. Share Box Setting Note: The default Port setting is recommended to avoid getting blocked by your firewall or anti-virus software. Home Click to return to the Home menu. Logout Click to log off the current user.
Overview Web Interface English Media Server Menu Media Server Menu Media Server Menu Settings Icon Item Description Media Server The Media Server menu allows you to enable or disable the media server function. iTunes Server Enable or disable the iTunes Server. Enable the function allows all iTunes clients within th esame subnet to access music files within the OMNINAS iTunes folder. Home Click to return to the Home menu. Logout Click to log off the current user.
Web Interface Logging In The login screen appears and prompts for a Username and Password. The default username is admin. The password was you set during in page 2-16, step 2 of OMNINAS Wizard setup screen. Note: You can change the language setting on this screen by clicking on the language drop-down menu. To login: OMNINAS Login Screen 1. Enter the Username and Password. Default Username: admin Password: ****** Note: The password was set during in page 2-16, step 2 of OMNINAS Wizard setup screen. 2.
Web Interface User Management This section provides information for the management of user accounts. The provided guidelines cover adding, editing, deleting user profiles, as well as viewing of user lists. Viewing User List To view, edit or delete user profiles, use the User List screen to manage available user profiles. Share User List Screen The following users are available by default: admin: The administrator is configured with full access to system administration and all network shares.
Web Interface Adding Users To create a user, the following information is required: User name: Can not exceed 32 characters. It is not case sensitive and supports doublebyte characters, such as those from Chinese, Japanese, and Korean types. Invalid characters are listed below: “/\[]:;|=,+*?<>`‘ Password: Case-sensitive and supports a maximum of 16 characters. A password of at least 6 characters is recommended. Share Add User Screen 1. Click on the Add User tab to add a user. 2.
User Management Web Interface English Editing Users Editing a User 1. Click the User List tab to view a list of available users. 2. Select a user and click Edit to modify. A prompt displays, edit the desired fields. 3. Click Save to complete changes or Cancel to go back to the User List. Note: User names cannot be modified. Deleting Users Deleting a User 1. Click the User List tab to view a list of available users. 2. Select a user and click Delete to remove the user. A confirmation prompt displays.
Web Interface Storage Management RAID Manager The Storage function on the main menu provides access to configure and manage your available storage. The Storage function allows access to RAID Manager, Disk Manager and Auto Mirror to monitor and change the RAID array on the OMNINAS. Storage RAID Manager Screen RAID Types RAID Types Defined Mode Single JBOD Description A single hard drive is used. All data is lost in the event of a hard drive failure.
Web Interface IMPORTANT: Changing RAID types erases all data stored on your storage disks. If there is saved data on the drive(s), backup your data before proceeding. IMPORTANT: Only RAID 1 supports hot-swap functionality. All other modes require you to power down the device before removal of hard drives. The Disk Manager function displays model, capacity and status of the available hard drives. You can view the health status, remove, check, format, and unmount a disk drive.
Storage Management Web Interface English 3. Click Create Disk-Array. Creating a RAID Mode 4. A prompt displays, press OK to continue. 5. A prompt displays to confirm the rebuild process, click OK to continue. The time to rebuild varies depending on RAID Array and HDD size. When it is complete, the Home screen displays. 6. Log in to enter the interface.
Web Interface Disk Manager Menu Disk manager menu screen allows you to check the status of external and internal disks as well as viewing the formatted capacity of all available disks. Disk Manager Interface Checking Disks IMPORTANT: Checking disks unmounts a drive(s). Functions such as access, auto copy, and backup are not available. Do not power off or reboot the system to prevent damage to your system. Select Storage and click on the Disk Manager tab to view your available disks.
Storage Management Web Interface • • Mount — allow access to the disk image • Unmount — remove access to the disk image • Format — erases all data and prepares HDD directory structure. See Formatted Capacity to view total and available disk capacity for a particular drive. Checking Disk Function Disk Management Disk removal is simple and easy. To accommodate the varying RAID types, hot swap and nonhot swap disk removal is designed into the OMNINAS.
Web Interface 3. Press the Hot-swap button (front panel) until an audible beep sounds and the LED starts to blink. See following figure. Hot swap button 1 Hot Swap Button Function Replace the drive. Once inserted, an audible sound alerts that the HDD is replaced. The status LED flashes red. After a short time, the Status tab in Disk Manager detects and displays the new HDD status. To replace a drive using the Disk Manager menu: 1. Log in to the OMNINAS web interface. 2.
Web Interface 4. An disk access warning prompt displays. Make sure the Disk is not in use at this time, then click OK. Hot Swap Through Disk Manager The status LED on the front panel flashes blue to indicate the on-going process. Once the LED displays solid blue, the hard drive can be safely removed from the HDD bay. 5. On the bay cover (front panel), press in the indicator to open the cover. The cover pops open. 6. Extend the cover to allow access to the HDD trays. 7.
Web Interface Replacing a Drive For RAID modes Single, JBOD, RAID 0, and RAID 1, you can replace disks by shutting down the device. IMPORTANT: The formatting process deletes any data on the disk. Make sure you backup your data before proceeding. Do not power off or reboot the system to prevent damage. 1. On the bay cover, press in the indicator to open the cover. The cover pops open. 2. Extend the cover to allow access to the HDD trays. 3. Pull the tray release to unlock the hard disk tray.
Web Interface Formatting Disks The Format function allows you to format a disk (XFS file system) and make it accessible for use. IMPORTANT: The formatting process deletes any data on the disk. Make sure you backup your data before proceeding. Do not power off or reboot the system to prevent damage. 1. Click on the Disk Manager to view your available disks. 2. Select a drive. In the Action column, click Format. Checking Disk Function 3. A prompt displays to confirm, click OK to continue.
Storage Management Web Interface 1. After installing the hard drives, make sure your OMNINAS is powered on. 2. Log in to the web interface screen. 3. Click on Storage -> Auto Mirror to view the enable options. 4. Select Enable and click Save to proceed. Auto Mirror Function Auto Mirroring is now active on your OMNINAS device. The second hard drive can be installed at this time. See Disk Management. 5. On the bay cover, press in the indicator to open the cover. The cover pops open. 6.
Web Interface Single Disk Expansion / Dual Single HDDs The single disk expansion function is designed to allow you to create additional storage space without changing your current single disk mode. Before you start, you will need to add an additional hard disk drive in HDD bay 2. See Replacing a Drive. Note: New HDDs are formatted using the XFS file system. Once the external drive is installed, the disk is visible in the Disk Manager.
Storage Management Web Interface To eject the disk: 1. Select Storage -> Disk Manager -> to open the Disk Manager prompt. 2. In the Internal Disks menu, click the action Eject Disk for the External drive. A prompt displays to verify the procedure. 3. Click OK to finish the procedure or Cancel to return to the previous screen. The selected disk is removed from the Internal Disks menu. The disk can be removed from the OMNINAS device.
Storage Management Web Interface To unmount the disk: 1. Select Storage -> Disk Manager -> to open the Disk Manager prompt. 2. In the External Devices menu, select a volume and click Unmount in the Action column. A prompt displays the unmount procedure in progress. After a successful Unmount, the Action column displays the Mount option in the target volume. Unmount External Drive Prompt Formatting an External Disk IMPORTANT: The formatting process deletes any data on the disk.
Storage Management Web Interface External drives are accessible by users through the network. To provide users access to the drive, the drive must be mounted. See Mounting an External Disk. To access an drive: 1. Open a file explorer window on your desktop. 2. In the address bar, enter the OMNINAS device’s IP address as follows (whereas 192.168.1.222 is the designated IP address of your device): \\192.168.1.222 3. Press the Enter key to access the external drive.
Web Interface Network Management This section provides information and guidelines to configure your Wi-Fi and network settings. Note: Wi-Fi function is only available on the KD22 model. Before beginning configure your Network settings, see Configuring Network Settings. Configuring Network Settings In the main menu under Settings, click on Network to change the network configuration. You are prompted to enter an OMNINAS name and Workgroup.
Network Management Web Interface English 3. Click Save to set the new configuration. Setting Network Configuration Static IP Settings (Manual) Before you begin, write down the new IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS settings to provide you with a reference after the system resets. 1. In Settings, click the Network tab. 2. Click Manually assign IP address to set the IP address. 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS server settings. 4.
Web Interface Configuring Wi-Fi Settings The OMNINAS provides wireless connectivity as an Access Point (AP). By setting up the OMNINAS as an AP, your wireless devices can connect to the OMNINAS. In the main menu under Settings, click on Wi-Fi to change the wireless network configuration. This mode is available as an Access Point (AP) for all users under the same subnet group in the network. Main features: PC/notebook computer users can connect to Wi-Fi through the OMNINAS AP mode.
Web Interface 3. In the Encryption Method field, select an encryption standard from the following: No, WEP 64 bits, WEP 128 bits, WPA, WPA2 (default, recommended), and WPA-mixed. 4. In the Password field, enter the password that users will enter to connect to the OMNINAS. The password must be longer than eight characters. 5. In the Band field, select the bandwidth from the following: B/G/N (default, recommended), B/G, G/N, B, G, or N. Settings Wi-Fi Configuration 6.
Web Interface Power Management The power management feature of the OMNINAS allows you to setup a power saving policy to help you conserve energy when your device is not in use. Through power management you can set the power saving mode, power recovery policy, fan control behavior, and setup a power on/off schedule. Setting Up Power Management To setup the power management: 1. In Settings, click the General tab. 2. The Power Management section displays. 3.
Web Interface English Power Management Power Management Prompt Setting Up a Power On/Off Schedule To setup the power on/off schedule: 1. In Settings, click the General tab. 2. The Set Power On/Off Schedule menu displays. Select the Item Setup tab, and select one of the following: - Power On: click to create a power on schedule. - Power Off: click to create a power off schedule. 3. From the Time drop-down menu, click on an option to setup a day(s) of the week or a daily schedule. 4.
Web Interface Through power management scheduling, you can setup a complete power on/off schedule for an entire week to help you save energy without comprimising convenience. Power Management Prompt In this way, you can setup a complete power on/off schedule for an entire week. Editing/Deleting a Set Power On/Off Schedule To edit/delete a created list item: 1. In Settings, click the General tab. 2. The Set Power On/Off Schedule menu displays. Select the Item Setup tab. 3.
Web Interface Share Management The Share function from the main menus provides access to folders. The Share function allows access to Add Folder and Folder List. Adding Folders You can create private or public shared folders by using the folder share function. Add Folder allows you to create a new folder (Public or private). Share Adding Folder Screen Creating a Public Folder To create a Public folder: 1. In Share, click on Add Folder tab. 2. Enter a folder name and description. 3.
Share Management Web Interface English Creating a Private Folder To create a Private folder: 1. In Share, click on Add Folder tab. 2. Enter a folder name and description. 3. Click Specified User under Share Access. 4. Choose the level of access for each user. Adding a Private Folder 5. Click Save. You are automatically redirected to the Folder List and the new folder appears. Note: Private folder priviledge settings: None (default).
Web Interface Viewing Folder Lists Folder List provides a view of all folders. The Folder List allows you to Edit and Delete existing folders. Folder List Screen Editing Folders 1. In the Folder List tab, select a folder and click Edit to make changes. You can change the share attribute (private, public), user access rights or basic description. 2. Click Save.
Web Interface Deleting Folders Public and private folders can be deleted from the folder list. System default folders are permanent and are not available for deletion. IMPORTANT: Once a folder is deleted the data stored within the folder is deleted as well. After deletion, creating folder of the same name will not restore the lost data. 1. In the Folder List tab, select a folder and click Delete. Deleting Available Folder 2. A prompt displays, click OK to continue or Cancel to return to Folder List. 3.
Web Interface USB Management The USB management function allows you to setup Printer Settings and Auto Copy for devices connected to the OMNINAS through the USB ports. Printer Setting You can enable or disable connected USB printers in the Printer Setting menu. Note: A USB printer must be connected prior to the following instructions. 1. From the Home menu, select USB and click Printer Setting. All connected printers are visible in the Printer Setting menu. 2.
USB Management Web Interface English 4. Press the Add a printer button. Add a Printer 5. Select the second option: Add network, wireless or Bluetooth printer. Add Network Printer 6. Look for a printer name starting with the OMNINAS name. Select the printer name and press the Next button.
Web Interface 7. If Windows cannot find the corresponding driver, the following error message appears, indicating that it is necessary to install the driver. Connect to Printer 8. Press OK to continue. Install Printer Driver 9. Either select the printer driver with the printer wizard or install it from the driver disc. Confirmation Message Note: This procedure may vary depending on your Windows operating system.
Web Interface Adding a Printer in a Mac OS System 1. Open the System Preferences and press the Print and Scan button. Open System Preferences 2. Press the + button on the left then adding the new printer.
Web Interface 3. Press the Windows button and select the KD21/KD22 network group. Choose a printer name starting with OMNINAS (or your KD21/KD22 name) and select the driver to add into the print software area. A driver is required prior to installing a printer. Install Printer Driver 4. Select a printer driver.
USB Management Web Interface English 5. Successful installation adds the printer to the display, completing the setup. Complete Setting Note: The previous procedures may differ slightly between OS versions.
Web Interface Auto Copy You can enable or disable auto copy from your SD or USB 3.0 (front side port) to a designated folder on the device by configuring the Auto Copy settings. Once enabled, you can insert a USB device, including a PTP camera, or SD media and the OMNINAS automatically copies the contents from the source device to the designated folder on the OMNINAS. Setting Up Auto Copy Function 1. From the Home menu, select USB and click Auto Copy. 2.
Web Interface 8. Click the option Delete the photos from the camera automatically after auto copy completed to delete media from the PTP camera after transfer the data. 9. Click Save to finalize the configuration.
Web Interface System Log The Log function under Settings provides a list of history on system and user activities. The Log function allows access to Clear All Logs, Next Page and Last Page. Clear All Logs deletes all log entries. To view logs use Next Page, Last Page and scroll bars. System Log Screen Clearing Logs To clear the log history, click on Clear All Logs in the Log tab.
Web Interface System Backup The Backup function allows you to view and setup backup schedules, settings lists and logs. Backup Log Screen Setting Up Backup Schedules The Backup Setting function allows you to add a scheduled backup. 1. Select Backup and click on the Backup Setting tab. 2. Select the source folder on the OMNINAS. In the description field, you can add a note to help you define this backup. 3. In the Description field, enter a name to assign this job.
Web Interface 4. Select the backup destination (external devices or a second OMNINAS device in the same subnet). 3 2 4 5 Creating a Backup Entry External devices: Select the external device from the Backup to External Devices list. OMNINAS Device: Click Scan NAS to search for a device within your network. Select a discovered device. Alternatively, enter the host name, user name, and password of the second device. 5. In Time of Execution, select the day(s) and time to initiate the job. 6.
Web Interface Editing Backup Schedules You can use Backup Settings List to edit or delete current backup schedules in the task list. 1. Click Edit on a backup schedule. The Backup Setting screen displays. Modifying a Backup List 2. Modify the schedule and click Save Backup Setting. A beep sounds and an Update Settings Completed prompt displays. The task is complete. Deleting Backup Schedules 1. Click Delete from the Action list to delete a scheduled backup. 2.
Web Interface Viewing Backup Logs To view a history list of backup tasks, select Backup Log tab. Use the First Page, Previous Page, Next Page, or Last Page to cycle through your history list. Viewing Backup Logs To clear Backup Logs, click Clear Backup Log.
Web Interface Acronis Backup Software The OMNINAS system includes the Acronis Backup software. The software allows you to back up your disks and files, recover system and files, or perform a sync function. First install the Acronis software (found in the accessory box). After the installation process is complete, a Getting Started tutorial displays, see the following figure. Full functionality of the software is only available after software activation.
System Backup Web Interface English 2. Click the Set up backup to continue. Set Up Backup 3. Click Save on a network location to display the network location page. Select Backup Destination 4. Click Browse For Folder to select a location folder.
System Backup Web Interface English 5. Select the target folder and click OK. Select Target Folder 6. Enter your KD21/KD22 share folder username and password then click OK.
System Backup Web Interface English 7. Confirm the backup destination setting then click Next. Confirm Backup Destination 8. Select a mode then click Next. Select Backup Mode 9. Review your backup settings then click Save settings and run backup.
System Backup Web Interface English 10. The backup process starts. Save Settings and Run Backup 11. Click View Details to view the current progress.
Web Interface Mac OS Time Machine 1. From the Shared listing, select your OMNINAS device. Start the Time Machine 2. The login prompt displays. Enter your user name and password. 3. Click Connect to continue. The shared folders windows displays. Your OMNINAS device is now available as an external drive for Time Machine.
System Backup Web Interface English 4. Open the Time Machine function on your Mac OS device. View Folders After Connection 5. Click Use as Backup Disk to continue. Select Backup Folder 6. Select the target folder and click Use Backup Disk.
Web Interface 7. Enter your user name and password for the selected OMNINAS shared folder, and click Connect. Enter Username and Password The Time Machine function is now enabled and your OMNINAS selected as an external drive.
Web Interface System Configuration This section provides information and guidelines to specify date and time settings, reboot and power off, reset to factory defaults, and update your OMNINAS firmware. Setting Date and Time Change the date and time by using the Date & Time function. Set Time Zone allows you to choose from a list of locations. Set the date and time either through the network time server (NTP) or from a browser. To set a Network Time Server (NTP) 1.
System Configuration Web Interface English 5. Set the time by selecting from the Hour, Minutes, and Seconds drop-down Time menus. 6. Click Save to keep selected changes. Set Time from Browser Settings Rebooting and Powering Off Reboot the system 1. Click Home to return to the home menu. 2. On the home menu, click Restart to reboot the system.
Web Interface Power Off The powering off function is activated through the web interface or by pressing the power button. Web Interface 1. Click Home to return to the home menu. 2. On the home menu, click Shut Down . Power Button On the front panel, press for three seconds. The system beeps and begins the powering off process, the LED starts to blink blue (within one minute). Note: Pressing the Power LED for less than a second disables the blue status LED.
Web Interface Hardware Reset Hardware reset is available to clear the administrator username, password and restore the network setting default (DHCP Automatically assign IP address) profiles. This procedure does not delete the data from the hard disks. Make sure the OMNINAS is powered on before starting a hardware reset. IMPORTANT: The Web interface password is reset (no admin password) by default. 1. Locate the Reset button on the back of the device. 2.
Web Interface Updating Firmware Firmware Update provides an easy method to update the system’s firmware. CAUTION: Do not power down or disconnect the power cord during a firmware update to prevent damage to the system. Before you begin, download the latest firmware from the following site: http://global.shuttle.com/download/download From the support site, select your OMNINAS type and select your respective firmware update. Download it to a local folder.
Web Interface Application Services This section provides you information on setting up specific applications, including: FTP Server, iTunes Server, BT Download, Remote Access and Media Server. FTP Server The FTP Server function allows you to enable or disable ftp functionality on the OMNINAS. Set the port range and select the maximum number of clients that are allowed to connect through the FTP standard. The service is only available after enabling it on the OMNINAS.
Web Interface The FTP service is now configured on your OMNINAS device. You can use an explorer window or software to access your FTP server. Note: Your router must be configured for port forwarding. IMPORTANT: To prevent the unauthorized access of your OMNINAS, protect each of the user and administrator accounts registered to your OMNINAS with a strong password before setting up remote access through the FTP server.
Web Interface 3. If your FTP service requires user authentication, a prompt displays. Type in the user name and password of an authorized user. See Share -> User List for a listing of authorized users. Authentication Request 4. The available shared folders are displayed on your web browser. BT Download OMNINAS supports downloading of seed torrents. By using BT Download, you can add tasks and allow them to download through the OMNINAS. Setting Up BT Downloads 1. In BT Download, select the BT Setting.
Web Interface 3. In Download Time Setting, select the option (Always/Daily Download Time Slot) to designate when downloading can take place. Always: downloading can begin anytime. Enabling BT Downloads Daily Download Time Slot: downloading can only take place during the designated time slot. Select between from ScheduleA, ScheduleB, and/or ScheduleC to setup the start and end time for downloading to take place. Enabling BT Downloads 4. Select a specific time period and click Save to keep changes.
Web Interface Configuring Preferences BT Downloads allows you to specify the maximum rate of concurrent bandwidth allowed for the OMNINAS. The maximum rate is calculated by dividing the uploaded data by the amount of downloaded data. Set the default download folder, incoming TCP port, encryption, refresh rate, and total bandwidth. 1. In BT Download, click to open settings menu. BT Download Screen 2. Click Preferences to open the Preference screen. Settings Screen 3.
Application Services Web Client: set the refresh rate for the web client. English • Web Interface Preference Screen 4. Click Save to continue or Cancel to return to the BT Download menu. 5. In Total Download Rate, set the download rate. 0 means unlimited rate. 500 KB/s is the maximum rate. 6. In Total Upload Rate, set the upload rate. 0 means unlimited rate. 500 KB/s is the maximum rate. 7. In Sort by, select the criteria used to display the downloads (Default: Name). Downloading Files 1.
Web Interface 3. Click Upload to add the file to the download task pane or click Cancel to return to BT Download. Opening File Selection File Management You can view the status and manage the download files by selecting the function buttons on the download task pane.
Web Interface Share Box The Share Box function allows you to setup remote access to your OMNINAS using a domain name. Setting Up Share Box To enable remote access, see the following: 1. Select Share Box to open the Share Box Settings screen. Share Box Menu 2. In the Share Box setting, select on to enable the Share Box (remote access) function. 3. In the Host Name field, enter a host name for your server. This is the registered name (unique name) that identifies your OMNINAS. 4.
Web Interface IMPORTANT: Make sure the port is open if you select a non-default port number. The port must forward to the fixed LAN IP of the OMNINAS so that connection to the Share Box service is possible. Make sure the port is open if you set a non-default port number. 6. Click Save to register. The following message displays after a successful registration process.
Web Interface 2. In the Device Name field, type in the host name as set in the Share Box setting. See Share Box. For this example, the host name is: testkd21. Note: It is not necessary to enter the extension omninas.net in the host name field. Note: If you enter error host name/password over 4 times. The Share Box will lock your entry with error message. Please check your host name/password then enter it again after 10 minutes. 3. Click Connect to continue.
Web Interface After a successful login, your OMNINAS device and the shared contents are displayed. See following figure. Share Box Connection Screen The following is a description of the menus found on the remote Share Box menus.
Application Services Web Interface This section provides information on how to upload a file to your server using the Share Box function. 1. Log into the Share Box server, see Accessing Share Box. 2. In Folders, select the destination folder to upload. 3. In the main menu, select Upload to open the Upload menu. Uploading Files on Share Box 4. Click Browse to open an explorer window on your desktop. Browse for a File 5. Select the desired file to upload.
Web Interface 6. The Upload screen appears, click Send to finish the upload process. Alternatively, click the Cancel icon to cancel the download. Completing the Upload Downloading Files This section provides information on how to download a file to your server using the Share Box function. 1. Log into the Share Box server, see Accessing Share Box. 2. In Folders, select the source folder containing the files to download. 3. In the file list, select the source file. 4.
Web Interface Media Server Setting Up Media Server The Media Server function provides access to your multimedia library. The library is located on the “disk” folder on the OMNINAS. Once enabled all clients within the same network subnet are able to access and play the multimedia. To enable the Media Server: 1. In Media Server, click the Media Server tab. 2. In the Media Server option, select Start to enable the Media Server function. 3. Click Save to complete the setup.
Web Interface 4. Click Media Box to open a browser window and display your active OMNINAS Media Server. Media Server on Twonky Server Note: Before starting, make sure port 9010 is opened and forwarded to your router before enabling the Twonky service. Consult your router’s manual for more information on the port forwarding section. To disable the Media Server: 1. In Media Server, click the Media Server tab. 2. In the Media Server option, select Stop to disable the Media Server function. 3.
Web Interface Twonky Server A Twonky server provides consumer products, game consoles, smartphones, and other DLNAenabled devices with network access to such content as photographs, music, and videos over a network. It acts as a network operator, centrally cataloging content stored on the devices connected the network. It thus makes accessing content simpler and more convenient. There is also an application, Twonky Beam, making this content portable on smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices.
Application Services Web Interface 1. From the home screen, click the Video menu. 2. From the left screen, click the myTwonky menu to view your library. 3. From the left screen, click the Playlists menu to view your defined playlist files. To view your music menu: 1. From the home screen, click the Music menu. 2. From the left screen, click the myTwonky menu to view your library. 3. From the left screen, click the Playlists menu to view your defined playlist files. To view your photo library: 1.
Application Services Web Interface 1. From the home screen, click the Settings -> Setup menu. From the Advaned Settings menu, you can secure setting pages, synchronize the multimedia library, compile folders, setup media scan intervals, and enable the restart function. Media Box Setup Settings To configure Sharing: 1. From the home screen, click the Settings -> Sharing menu.
Application Services Web Interface 1. From the home screen, click the Settings -> Aggregation menu. From the Aggregation menu, you can enable the collection of media from other TwonkyServers within your network. There are three types of modes for the collection of medai: Ignore (Default), Aggregate, and AutoCopy. Media Box Aggregation Mode Description Ignore (default) Select this to do nothing with any newly discovered servers.
Application Services Web Interface 1. From the home screen, click the Settings -> Advanced menu. The Advanced screen displays. From the Advaned Settings menu, you can secure setting pages, synchronize the multimedia library, compile folders, setup media scan intervals, and enable the restart function. Media Box Advanced Settings Mode Description Secured Server Settings Enter a username and password to setup Twonky Server access for synchronizing the library. myTwonky.
Web Interface iTunes Server The service provides access to the iTunes folder on the OMNINAS. By enabling this function, clients in the same subnet can access the content through the iTunes application on their computer. 1. In Settings, select the iTunes Server tab and click on to enable the iTunes Server service. Select off to disable the service. 2. Click Save to keep changes. iTunes Server Setting 3. On your computer, open the iTunes application. OMNINAS is available under the Shared library. 4.
Chapter 4 OMNINAS for Android
OMNINAS for Android The Android OMNINAS application provides you WAN or LAN access to your OMNINAS device. To begin using this function, download the application and establish a connection to your device. Installing the Application The OMNINAS application is available for download from your Google Play marketplace. Select Google Play and search for OMNINAS. By downloading the application, you can have access to your shared media directly through your Android phone.
Overview OMNINAS for Android English The Connection screen displays. Connection screen 2. Push the Menu button on your device to display the following screen. Viewing the Help Menu 3. Tap on a menu selection to open the related information. Help: displays the OMNINAS application help documentation (text format). About: displays the application version number and licensing information. Clear cache: clears the accumulated software cache.
OMNINAS for Android Connecting an OMNINAS You can connect to your OMNINAS by one of two options: WAN or LAN. WAN uses the DDNS configuration to establish a connection. LAN requires the OMNINAS to be under the same subnet as your current connection. Adding a WAN Device 1. Tap OMNINAS on your device screen. Selecting OMNINAS The Connection screen displays. WAN Connection Screen 2. Under WAN, tap the open frame and enter the server name. This is the Host Name as setup in Share Box.
3. Click on the OMNINAS for Android icon to add the device. 4. The Login screen displays. Enter the user name and password as defined in the Share. 5. Click Login to continue or Cancel to return to the previous menu. WAN Login The WAN connection is established giving you access to your OMNINAS. Adding a LAN Device Note: To add a LAN device through the application, you need to connect your OMNINAS through a switch or router. See Connect to a Switch or Router. 1. Tap OMNINAS on your screen.
Connecting an OMNINAS OMNINAS for Android English The Connection screen displays. LAN Connection Screen 2. Under LAN, select a device from the available list. This is the Host Name as define in Settings. 3. The Login screen displays. Enter the user name and password as defined in the Share. 4. Click Login to continue or Cancel to return to the previous menu. LAN Login The LAN connection is established. Your device is remotely connected to your Android phone. See Main Menus.
OMNINAS for Android Main Menus Functions on NAS List main screen include Previous Page, Download, Edit, Add Folder and Select. NAS List Main Screen NAS List Main Screen Functions Icon Item Description Previous Page Allows access to a previous screen. Download Allows access to download. Edit Allows access to editing tool functions. Add Folder Allows access to add a folder. Select Allows selection of files or folders.
OMNINAS for Android Document Files To open any Document files: 1. From the NAS List main screen tap on Document. 2. Tap any sub-folder to view the files if needed. 3. Tap on any file to view automatically.
OMNINAS for Android Photo Files To open Photo files: 1. From the NAS List main screen tap on Photo. 2. Tap any sub-folder to view the files if needed. 3. Tap on any file to view automatically.
Photo Files OMNINAS for Android English Posting to Facebook To post a photo on Facebook: Note: Facebook account is required. 1. Tap and hold on any photo file. Selecting a Photo File 2. A screen pops up. 3. Tap Share by Facebook to open the Facebook login screen.
Photo Files OMNINAS for Android Note: Facebook share function installs to FB automatically if not already installed. Logging In to Facebook 5. After a successful login, your photo is posted on Facebook. 4-10 English 4. Log in to your Facebook account to continue.
OMNINAS for Android Video Files To open Video files: 1. From the NAS List main screen tap on Video. 2. Tap any sub-folder to view the files if needed. 3. Tap on any file to play automatically.
OMNINAS for Android Music Files To open Music files: 1. From the NAS List main screen tap on iTunes. 2. Tap any sub-folder to view the files if needed. 3. Tap on any file to play automatically.
OMNINAS for Android BT BT files are only available after they are fully downloaded. To open Torrents: 1. In the NAS List main menu, tap Torrents. 2. Tap any subfolder to view open it. 3. Tap on a file to play it.
OMNINAS for Android Accessing a Private Folder 1. Open the Connection screen and select the NAS device. 2. Tap on the private folder in the list to open it. 3. Tap on a file in the private folder to access it. Accessing a Private Folder Note: You must create the folder and assign the security permissions in the web interface before accessing the folder from the mobile application.
Chapter 5 OMNINAS for iOS
OMNINAS for iOS The iPhone OMNINAS application provides you with access to your OMNINAS device. Tap this application to access the NAS List main screen. Functions on this screen include About, Help, Advanced, Local Link and Remote Link. The OMNINAS application is available for download to your iPhone from the App Store. Select the OMNINAS application and follow the directions to download the app.
OMNINAS for iOS Connecting to Your OMNINAS Adding a Remote Device To change Remote Link Setup settings from the NAS List main screen: 1. Tap Remote Link at the screen bottom. 2. In My NAS, enter the host name as registered in Share Box Services. 3. Username/Password: registered name/password as a define user profile. 4. Enter the user name and password, registered name and password for a defined user profile. 5. Tap Done to add the device. You can Cancel to return to the NAS List.
OMNINAS for iOS Adding a Local Device Note: To add a local device through the application, you need to connect your OMNINAS through a switch or router. See Connect to a Switch or Router. To change Auto Setup settings from the NAS List main screen: You can connect to your OMNINAS by WAN or LAN. The LAN option provides a list of available devices under the same subnet as your current smart device. NAS List Screen 1. Tap Local Link on the screen bottom. 2. The Auto Setup screen displays.
Connecting to Your OMNINAS OMNINAS for iOS English 3. In the Login pop-up, enter the user name and password as defined in the Share. Local Login Screen If the connection is established, the selected device displays a tick next to it. Successful Login 4. Tap Done to continue.
Main Menus OMNINAS for iOS English The new connection is listed under available NAS devices. Available Local Connections Configuration To change Manual Setup settings from the NAS List main screen: 1. Tap Advanced at the screen bottom. 2. Enter information as needed. 3. Tap Done and OK to complete changes or Cancel to return to the NAS List.
OMNINAS for iOS Opening Document Files To open any document files: 1. From the NAS List main screen tap on a document file. 2. Tap any sub-folder to view the files if needed. 3. Tap on any file to view automatically. Opening a Document File Note: Clicking on Edit allows you access to Rename, Copy, Move and Download functions.
OMNINAS for iOS Viewing Movie Files To open any Movie or Video files: 1. From the NAS List main screen tap on a video file. 2. Tap any sub-folder to view the files if needed. 3. Tap on any file to play automatically. 4. Tap Done to return to menu. Opening Movie Files Note: Clicking on Edit allows you access to Rename, Copy, Move and Download functions.
OMNINAS for iOS Viewing Photo Files To open any photo files: 1. From the NAS List main screen tap on the Pictures main file. 2. Tap any sub-folder to view the files if needed. 3. Tap on any file to view a photo automatically one by one. 4. Tap See All to view all photos. Tap Done to view photos one by one. 5. Tap the file name on the upper left screen to return to file folder. 6. Tap slash [ / ] to return to NAS List. Posting to Facebook To post a photo on Facebook: Note: Facebook account required. 1.
Main Menus OMNINAS for iOS English 5. Tap Facebook. Sharing a Photo to Facebook 6. Log in to Facebook if prompted. Note: Facebook share function installs to Facebook automatically if not already installed. 7. Your photo is posted on Facebook. Accessing a Private Folder 1. Open the NAS list screen and select the NAS device. 2. Tap on the private folder in the list to open it. 3. Tap on a file in the private folder to access it.
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In the event of hardware or interface issues, the following information is provided to assist in solving most issues. There are also resources and further information available for users on the following website. Please feel free to use this resource and to contact the Shuttle support team if necessary. OMNINAS website: http://global.shuttle.com/main/index Q A Q A I forgot the administrator username or password.
Q A Troubleshooting I cannot find my NAS device using the Finder tool. After you verify the LAN connection and setup on the PC/Router side, perform the following checks: 1. Power down the OMNINAS. 2. Remove both HDDs from NAS device. 3. Power on the NAS device (LAN cable must be connected to the PC, Switch, or DHCP Router). 4. Check the power button LED status to see if boot up process is completed (2~5 minutes). 5. Run the Finder program on your PC system. Perform a search to check for your OMNINAS. 6.
Q A Troubleshooting How can I bypass the network setup check? To simplify the NAS device detection issue, use the following steps to troubleshoot your device.. 1. Power down your device. 2. Directly connect the NAS device to your PC with a LAN cable. 3. Remove all HDDs from the NAS device and power up. 4. The NAS power button LED flash (red) continuously after a brief period (1 to 2 minutes). 5. Run the Finder utility on your PC system and perform a search for the connected device.
Q A Troubleshooting “Server error occurred” when registering Share box. Server error means your NAS is not able to connect to Shuttle DDNS server or registration error and it might comes with various reasons. When you see “Server error occurred” message, please select one of the method listed and follow the procedures for troubleshooting. [Method 1] This is suitable for new user or those who already backup the NAS data to another drive.
Troubleshooting Step 2: At wizard step 3, NAS system will check whether your internet connection is ready or not. Please make sure it is connected for share box registration. Step 3: Share box registered successfully at wizard step 3. [Method 2] This is suitable for advanced user with technical background. Step 1: Open DOS box and type “ping 8.8.8.8” to check Google DNS connection. *Correct connection should have the screenshot shown as below.
Troubleshooting Step 2: If you didn’t see a similar screenshot but just connection timeout messages, please stop and check your internet connection first. Step 3: Type www.omninas.net in browser to check Shuttle DDNS server connection. If connection is timeout, please stop and check with your ISP (Internet Service Provider) about the failure of your internet access. Step 4: If you can access correctly then type user registered name in “OMNINAS Name” location to start the connection.
Troubleshooting Step 6: If you can ping the server in step 5 but cannot connect to Share box in step 4, then you might need to check your port number assignment. *Change to specific port number which assigned at your router if any. Step 7: You can also send an email to our service center to check whether your account had been registered successfully in Shuttle DDNS server or not. Step 8: If you still had problem about registering Share box.
Troubleshooting Environmental Control System Temperature The OMNINAS has a built-in feature to protect against damage from overheating. The following criteria sets off a shut down instance: System temperature exceeds 65°C (149°F) System Fan Settings By default the fan is not activated under normal temperature conditions, as defined by the HDD temperature reading from HDD SMART function.
