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- Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 1
® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. EtherFast® Network Attached Storage 120GB with PrintServer User Guide WIRED Model No. EFG120 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 2
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2005 Cisco - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 3
Up the Network Attached Storage 8 Overview 8 Setup Wizard 8 Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows 12 Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage 22 Overview 22 Access to the Web-based Utility 22 The WEB Management Home Page 22 The Home Tab - User Log in - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 4
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix B: Installing a Second Hard Drive 39 Appendix C: Setting Up the Built-in PrintServer 43 Appendix D: Windows Help 48 Appendix E: Glossary 49 Appendix F: Specifications 51 Appendix G: Warranty Information 52 Appendix H: - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 5
Panel 5 Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable 7 Figure 3-2: Connect the Power Adapter 7 Figure 4-1: Setup Wizard's Welcome Screen 8 Figure 4-2: Select the Network Attached Storage 8 Figure 4-3: IP Settings Screen 9 Figure 4-4: Fixed IP Address Screen 9 Figure 4-5: DHCP Server - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 6
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Figure 4-25: Copy Files Screen 19 ) 23 Figure 5-5: User Password Tab 24 Figure 5-6: Login Screen 24 Figure 5-7: Administration Tab - LAN 25 Figure 5-8: Administration Tab - System 26 Figure 5-9: Secure IP Address 27 Figure 5-10 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 7
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Figure B-4: Insert Screw through Left Side of Tray 40 Figure B-5: Insert Screw through Right Side of Tray 41 Figure B-6: Access the Web-based Utility 41 Figure B-7: Format Disk 2 42 Figure C-1: Click Start Button 43 Figure C-2: - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 8
and downloading files either via a web browser or by FTP. Files can be available publicly, or create password-protected accounts for your authorized users. The Network Attached Storage is a fast, powerful, flexible and economical addition to your network. Use the instructions in this User Guide to - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 9
the Network Attached Storage's Setup Wizard to easily set it up. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage This chapter show you how to manage the Network Attached Storage online using its Web-based Utility. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some potential problems - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 10
Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Network Attached Storage's regulatory information. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide? - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 11
for three seconds. The IP address will be reset to the default value of 192.168.1.77, with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, and the password will be reset to its default, admin. After the reset has occurred, the Network Attached Storage will beep once. Connect the power adapter here. IMPORTANT: Never - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 12
power down the Network Attached Storage, press the power button, and its internal shutdown process will begin. The Network Attached Storage must be powered off this way, or through the Administration - Status tab of the Web-based Utility (refer to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 13
it signals that the Network Attached Storage is configured as a DHCP client, but no DHCP server has responded to the DHCP client's request for an IP address. 3 Beeps When this is repeated every 15 seconds for three minutes, it signals that the Network Attached Storage's hard drive usage exceeds 98 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 14
problem. Review the descriptions of the beeper codes in "Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Attached Storage" for more information. Proceed to "Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage." Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 3-2: Connect the Power Adapter Chapter - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 15
and powered on, you are ready to configure the Network Attached Storage so that it is accessible to the users on your network. You will have to run the Network Attached Storage's Setup Wizard on your PC to set up the Network Attached Storage's basic settings. Setup Wizard 1. Insert the Setup Wizard - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 16
network. • IP Address. Enter the Network Attached Storage's IP Address here, making sure that it is on the same LAN segment as the PC running the Setup Wizard. • Subnet Mask. Enter the Subnet Mask in the fields. It must match the Subnet Mask of the other devices on your network. It is set by default - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 17
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 7. If you do not have a DHCP server on your network, you can use the Network Attached Storage as your network's DHCP server. To use the Network Attached Storage as a DHCP server, select Enable DHCP Server. Then enter the range of IP - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 18
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 9. Review the Network Attached Storage's Windows software, proceed to the next section. Figure 4-7: Review Settings Screen Figure 4-8: Confirm New Settings will be Saved Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Setup Wizard - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 19
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows 1. You will see the InstallAnywhere screen while the installation is being prepared. 2. When you see the screen for the Network Attached Storage and BrightStor ARCserve Backup for - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 20
EtherFast Network Attached Storage User Name and Organization fields. Click the Next button to proceed or the Back button to return to the previous screen. Figure 4-13: License Agreement Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 21
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 6. On the License Key Entry screen, do not screen. Figure 4-15: License Key Entry Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows Figure 4-16: Select Install Type Screen 14 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 22
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 8. On the Select Products screen, make sure that screen. Figure 4-17: Select Products Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows Figure 4-18: Select Database Screen 15 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 23
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 10. On the Set Password screen, complete the Password field. Enter the Password again in the Confirm Password field. Click the Next button to proceed or the Back button to return to the previous screen. 11. On the System Account screen, - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 24
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 12. On the Product List screen, click the to your computer. Figure 4-21: Product List Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows Figure 4-22: Copy Files Screen 17 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 25
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 14. On the Licensing Information screen, Figure 4-23: Licensing Information Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows Figure 4-24: License Verification Screen 18 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 26
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 16. The Copy Files screen will appear while the software is being copied to your computer. 17. On the Install Summary screen, click the Finish button. Figure 4-25: Copy Files Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 27
on purchasing the software after the free 30-day trial. Click the OK button. Figure 4-27: Registration Screen Figure 4-28: Registration Completed Screen Figure 4-29: Desktop Icon Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage Installation of BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Windows Figure 4-30 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 28
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 22. Read the information, and click the Continue button. 23. If you want to purchase the software, enter your information, and click the Checkout button. Figure 4-31: Information Screen Chapter 4: Setting Up the Network Attached Storage - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 29
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage Overview For advanced users, the Network Attached Storage offers a Web-based Utility. This chapter will explain all of the functions available, including all administrative tasks. Access - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 30
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Home Tab - User Log in (Private Data) After you have 5-3: Home Tab - User Log in (Private Data) Figure 5-4: Home Tab - Disk 1 (Public Data) Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage 23 The Home Tab - User Log in (Private - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 31
IP Address here, making sure that it is on the same LAN segment as the network on which the Network Attached Storage is running. Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage The User Password Tab Figure 5-5: User Password Tab NOTE: No two users can have the same password. Figure 5-6: Login - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 32
is left blank by default. If you have a router on your network, however, enter its IP address here. DHCP Server If you do not have a DHCP server on your network, you can use the Network Attached Storage as your network's DHCP server. To use the Network Attached Storage as your network's DHCP server - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 33
more convenient than having to enter the device's IP address. If your network has a WINS server, select Enable WINS. WINS Server. If you enable the WINS feature, then enter the IP address of your WINS server. Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage The Administration Tab - System Figure - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 34
. To reset the Network Attached Storage to its default settings, click the Restore Default Config button. To get further information about any setting on this screen, click the Help button. Figure 5-9: Secure IP Address Figure 5-10: Security Alert Screen Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 35
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Users The Users screen allows you to manage all users of the Network Attached Storage. Users can be members of multiple user groups. Users Information Existing Users The user list shows all existing users. The - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 36
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) If you wish to add a new user, click the Save as New User button after entering all the new settings. To clear the settings, click the Clear Form button. Click the Save button to save any changes for an existing user. For more information - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 37
to open a new window that displays additional details, including a list of all PCs and other devices that have been allocated IP addresses by the DHCP Server function (if enabled). Click the Help button to get more information about this screen Chapter 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage The - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 38
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Advanced - Groups When you click the Advanced tab under Administration, several other tabs will appear. The Groups, Shares, Backup, Disk, Upgrade, and Setup tabs are displayed and intended for advanced users, except - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 39
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Advanced - Shares The Shares screen allows you to create and manage shares, which are folders available to network users 5: Configuring the Network Attached Storage 32 The Administration Tab - Advanced - Shares - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 40
The configuration file contains all network information, as well as the User, Group, and Share information. It does NOT include any information about the files stored on the Network Attached Storage. Click the Download button to back up the configuration file of the Network Attached Storage on - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 41
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) The Administration Tab - Advanced - Disk The Disk screen allows you to perform disk maintenance. Disk Settings Format Disk You can format a new hard drive using this screen. Disk 1 and 2 Status. The format status information of Disk 1 and 2 - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 42
to scan Disk 2 or stop the defrag. (The hard drive cannot be accessed during a defrag.) Standby To save power, you can configure the Network Attached Storage to put the hard drive(s) in standby mode after a certain length of time. Set Hard Drive to standby mode after. Select the amount of time you - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 43
. This shows you the current version of the Network Attached Storage's firmware. Click the Check for Update button to browse the Linksys website for the latest version of the Network Attached Storage's firmware. Upgrade Upgrade File. First, download the new firmware file to your PC and extract it - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 44
www.linksys.com. 1. The Network Attached Storage's Utility cannot detect the Network Attached Storage. Go through this checklist until your problem is solved: • Check that the Network Attached Storage is properly installed, the LAN connections are secure, and the Network Attached Storage is powered - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 45
or make your Windows password the same as the Network Attached Storage's password. • Your Windows login name is not recognized by the Network Attached Storage, so by default you are given guest access rights. If you are not the Network Administrator, ask your Administrator to create a user name for - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 46
. Then unplug the power adapter from the Network Attached Storage. 2. Unlock the second drive bay. This bay is empty and will hold your new drive. 3. Make sure that your hard drive's master/slave jumpers are set to Cable Select before putting it in the drive tray. For instructions on these jumper - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 47
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 6. Check the connections. Make sure these connections are tight before securing the drive to the tray. 7. Insert a screw through the tray's left side and into your hard drive. Tighten it to secure the drive to the tray. Figure B-3: Make - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 48
Plug the power adapter into the Network Attached Storage. Then power it back on. 12. Open your networked computer's web browser. 13. Enter http://192.168.1.77 in the Address field and press the Enter key. Figure B-5: Insert Screw through Right Side of Tray Figure B-6: Access the Web-based Utility - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 49
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 14. Click the Administration tab and then the Advanced tab. 15. click the Disk tab. 16. In the Format Disk section, Disk 2 will display its status as "Not Formatted." To format your new hard drive, click the Format Disk 2 button. IMPORTANT: - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 50
follow these instructions: 1. Power down the Network Attached Storage by pressing the power button on the front panel. 2. Connect your printer's parallel cable to the PRINTER port on the back panel of the Network Attached Storage. 3. Power on the Network Attached Storage. 4. On your Windows desktop - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 51
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 7. Double-click the Add Printer icon to begin the Add Printer Wizard. 8. On the Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard screen, click the Next button. Figure C-3: Double-Click Add Printer Icon Appendix C: Setting Up the Built-in PrintServer - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 52
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 9. Because you are adding this printer to your network, select Network printer and click the Next button. 10. On the Locate Your Printer screen, select Type the printer name, or click Next to browse for a printer. - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 53
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 12. On the Add Printer Wizard screen, select your printer's manufacturer from the list on the left. Then select your printer's model from the list on the right. Then click the OK button. 13. Review your printer's settings. If the settings - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 54
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) 14. After you click the Finish button, you will see the Printers folder. This folder will show all printers available on your network, including the printer you have just added. If you want to change any settings, right-click the printer's - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 55
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix D: Windows Help Almost all networking products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 56
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix E: Glossary Boot - To start a device and cause it to start executing instructions. Browser - An application program that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the World Wide Web. Byte - A unit of data - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 57
sent. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) - A set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a network. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 58
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix F: Specifications Model EFG120 Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab Ports 1 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45, 1 DB-25 Parallel Port Button 1 Power Button Cabling Type Category 5e or better LED Indicators Ready, Gigabit - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 59
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix G: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of one year (the "Warranty Period"), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 60
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with , if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more - Linksys EFG120 | Cisco EFG120 Network Attached Storage User Guide Version 2.0 - Page 61
EtherFast Network Attached Storage (120GB with PrintServer) Appendix I: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: Can't find information about a product you want to buy on the web? Do you want to
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