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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA April 2010 202-10540-03 v1.0
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual © 2010 NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Technical Support Registration on the website or over the phone is required before you can use our telephone support service. The phone numbers for worldwide regional customer support centers are on the Warranty and Support
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    Failed Disk 25 Installing the Desktop Applications 27 Accessing Stora 32 Web Browser Access 32 Local Area Networking 32 Stora Agent 32 Mapped Drives 32 Remote Access 33 Resetting Your Stora 34 Documentation and Support 35 Register your Stora 35 Technical Support 35 Chapter 2 Stora Agent
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Sources 57 Albums 60 Working with Media Source Folders 61 the Preferences Page 91 User Preferences 92 Server Preferences 95 Administration 101 Chapter 4 Stora Desktop Mirror Desktop Mirror Overview 114 Starting Desktop Mirror 114 Initial Configuration 115
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    setup steps. Topics discussed in this chapter include: • About NETGEAR Stora • File Types • Stora Hardware Overview • Initial Setup • Installing a Disk • Installing the Desktop Applications • Accessing Stora • Resetting Your Stora • Documentation and Support Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 5
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual About NETGEAR Stora NETGEAR Stora is a highly secure and stable home server that lets you collect, store, manage, share and enjoy your digital media content, including personal photos, music, videos and documents. It is easy to drag and drop digital media to Stora, catalog
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Standard vs. Premium Features Premium features extend Stora capabilities, and are available Stora desktop and web applications and folders 3 Mobile access and device support Facebook integration and support x Flickr integration and support RSS integration and support
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual File Types Internal The Stora Application uses an internal player to provide high performance playback for the following file types. Media Class Image Audio Video Supported Formats JPEG, GIF, PNG MP3 MPEG-4 (H.264), MOV, FLV External The Stora Application uses 3rd
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Depending on the device, mobile users can: • Browse albums • Browse folders in the Media Library • Create new folders • Upload media directly from the mobile to Stora Once you set up your Stora, you can access it from a mobile device by going to  http://www.myStora.com/
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Hardware Overview This section introduces Stora hardware components, including displays, ports, buttons, and drive bays. Front Panel The sleek, front panel of Stora indicates the active/inactive status of the system and can be easily removed to access the disks and
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 1. Disk 1 Bay 2. Disk 2 Bay 3. Insert or remove a disk Figure 2 Stora Disk Bays Note: Disks can be from different manufacturers, however the disk size must be the same. Rear Panel The back of Stora features a power switch, a power cable socket, a gigabit Ethernet port, a
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    not ready, however, if solid amber constantly, it indicates a problem with the drive. Troubleshooting tips - try one or more of the following: • check that cables are securely connected and power is on. • remove and then reinsert the disk. • turn off Stora and turn it on again to reboot the system
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Item USB Port Ethernet port Power cable socket Reset button Activity associated with the power cable socket. on back of unit. Resets Stora to Factory Defaults Insert a paper clip or pen to reset Stora system back to its original factory default settings. Can also be used
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    Guide • Stora Resource CD, which includes: - Stora software applications - Warranty Information - Worldwide Customer Support Figure 4 Package Contents Note: If you purchased a Stora unit with only one disk, and want to add a second disk for redundancy, NETGEAR suggests that you install your Stora
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Connect Stora to your Network The initial setup completion time is approximately 20 minutes. 1. Connect the Ethernet cable and power cord. Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to your router and the other end to the back of Stora unit. Plug in the power adapter to
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Configure your Stora Use the CD that comes with Stora unit to setup and configure your device 1. Make a note of the Product key, which is located on the Resource CD sleeve, and also on the bottom of Stora unit. Write this down, as you will need it later in the installation process.
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 7 Setup your Stora and License Agreement 4. Register Your Stora a. Product Key: enter the product key that you noted in Step 1. The product key is located on the Resource CD sleeve, and also on the bottom of Stora unit. b. Stora Name: enter a unique name for your
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 8 Registration Screen 5. Create your account a. User Name: Enter a user name. This will be the name you use to login to Stora system. Your user name is case-sensitive. b. Display Name: This is a case-sensitive name that guests will see when they view your shared
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual a. This screen appears when there is a setup problem with your UPnP router, or if 10 Router Configuration Screen 7. Summary Screen The summary screen will indicate the IP address Stora unit will use. It will also automatically check for any software updates that may have
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 8. Windows Networking Windows Networking allows you to share files and also a printer connected to Stora. a. Enable private like to be notified of any updates or messages regarding your NETGEAR Stora unit. These messages will contain update information, error information,
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 13 Notifications 10. Stora Premium Subscription Option During installation you have the option to upgrade your Stora subscription to include Premium features not available with the standard subscription. See "Standard vs. Premium Features" on page 7 for a list of
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 14 Premium Upgrade Option 11. Configuration Wizard - Finish When you have successfully configured your Stora system, the Configuration Wizard screen will appear. a. Click the Finish button. When the Setup screen re-displays, the checkbox next to Set Up Your Stora
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 15 Configuration Wizard - Finish Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 23
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Installing a Disk NETGEAR Stora comes with two bays that can accommodate SATA disks. The first bay is the primary storage disk, and the second can be set up as a mirrored backup for your primary disk. WARNING! Be sure that Stora power cord is unplugged before adding or
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    mail. On the front of the Stora device, an amber LED might indicate a failed disk. The top LED is disk 1; the bottom one is disk 2. Take note of the failed disk. To assure compatibility, check the Hardware Compatibility list on the NETGEAR support site for a list of disks qualified to be used in the
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual To Replace the Disk 1. View the disk status lights to identify which disk has failed. If necessary, unlock the tray lock by moving it to the right, then press the release of the failed disk. The latch pops out. 2. Pull out the disk, and replace the failed disk. 3. Slide
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Installing the Desktop Applications NETGEAR Stora comes with additional software applications to help you administer the device. Once you have completed the initial configuration of your Stora device, you have the option to install those applications. For information about
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    2. Welcome Screen a. Click Next to continue the installation. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 21 Desktop Application Welcome Screen 3. Destination Screen a. Accept the default destination or change locations. b. Click Next to continue the installation. Figure 22 Destination Screen
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 4. Setup Type a. Typical: Recommended setup b. Custom: Choose which applications you want to install. c. Click Next to continue the installation. Custom Setup Options Figure 23 Typical and Custom Setup Options Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted | 29
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    5. Confirm Program Installation a. Click Next to continue the installation. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 24 Program Confirmation 6. Installation Screen a. Click Next to continue the installation. Figure 25 Installing Applications 30 | Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 7. Installation Completed a. Click Finish to continue the installation. Figure 26 Installation Complete 8. Check mark Confirms Successful Installation of Applications a. Click Exit to finish the installation,
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Accessing Stora Stora can be accessed in several ways. Depending on your needs and location, you can use one or all of the following methods to access your Stora. Web Browser Access The easiest way to access your Stora is to go to http://www.mystora.com and enter the name
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Remote Access Stora data can be accessed over the Internet using any web browser, which means you could take a notebook computer anywhere with wireless network connectivity and securely reach across the Internet to your private data at home. To access your Stora remotely,
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Resetting Your Stora Your Stora system may need to be reset under the following conditions: • When you want to change the name of your Stora system. • When you forget your user id or password. Note: Resetting your Stora will not delete your data from the disk, however you
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    service. Registration via our website is strongly recommended. Stora Knowledge Base For more information about Stora, visit • http://kb.netgear.com/app/products/model/a_id/11109 • http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/list/kw/stora For Warranty and Regional Customer Support information, see the Resource
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    2. Stora Agent This chapter discusses the following Stora Agent topics: • Using Stora Agent • Starting Stora Agent • Stora Agent Menu Options 2 Chapter 2: Stora Agent | 36
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Using Stora Agent Stora Agent runs in the background and allows you to explore your folders, quickly open Stora Application and Desktop Mirror, or check for updates. It can be installed optionally on any system that is connecting to a Stora. Stora Agent icon resides on your
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Agent Menu Options Not logged in/Logged in as The label at the top of the menu displays who is currently logged into Stora, or shows Not logged in. This menu option is available on a PC only. Figure 33 Stora , you will have access to Stora. If you select Remember Me,
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Switch user If someone is logged into Stora, the Switch user menu option logs Figure 35 Switch User Log out... The Log out menu option closes the current user's connection to Stora. Be sure to log out to prevent other users from accessing your albums and MyLibrary folders.
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Explore My Stora Folders Stora Folders lets you use Microsoft Explorer or Mac Finder to work with content on your Stora. This way multifunction USB printer should work with your Stora. While we don't maintain a list of all supported printers, you might find that searching
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Note: Currently multiple printers are not supported. If you have a multi-function printer, scanning is not supported Optionally, you can also use a powered hub to expand the USB port to support a single printer and multiple USB drives. To add a printer - PC 1. Connect a USB
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 6. Use the Add Printer Wizard to load the printer driver. 7. Select the manufacturer and the printer, and then click OK. The printer is now available through Stora and can be selected from the list of printers in the Settings ->Printer and Faxes area. 42 | Chapter 2: Stora
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual To add a printer - Mac 1. Connect a USB cable from the printer to the Stora-enabled device, or to a USB hub connected to the device. 2. Go to System Preferences > Printer & Fax. 3. Click the plus sign to add a printer. 4. Click Windows, and then select workgroup and Stora.
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 5. Select Registered User, enter your User Name and Password, and then click Connect. 6. Select the printer model in Print Using, and then click Add. 7. The first time you print, you will be prompted for your user name and password. a. Enter your User
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Albums Click the Albums icon to view albums that you previously created in Open Desktop Mirror Desktop Mirror lets you back up PCs and Macs on your home network to Stora. The Desktop Mirror application backs up selected folders on a regular basis. The Open Desktop Mirror
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Preferences The Preferences menu option on Stora agent allows you to check for software updates to the desktop applications, and displays the name and IP address of Stora on your home network. The Advanced tab shows Stora devices found on your network, and allows you to
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual About The About menu option displays Stora Agent version installed on your computer. Figure 41 About Stora Agent Exit Stora Agent The Exit Stora Agent menu option closes Stora Agent, and removes the icon from the system tray. To restart Stora Agent on a Mac or PC, see "
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    3. Stora Application This chapter shows you how to work with and use Stora Application. • Starting Stora Application • Logging into Stora Application • Stora Application Home Page • Media Library • Working with Media Source Folders • Albums • Working with Files • Preferences 3 Chapter 3: Stora
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Starting Stora Application Stora Application runs in your browser, and allows you to access your folders within the media library, view albums, and set preferences from any web browser. Stora Application is available whether Stora unit is located locally on the home network
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Logging into Stora Application When you launch Stora Application, you will be asked to log in using the credentials you set up when you first installed your Stora system. To Log in 1. Select a language. Your language preference may already be set as the default. 2. Enter
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Premium Subscription The Login page gives you the option to upgrade your subscription. During your 30-day free trial period, all premium services "Stora Premium Subscription" on page 105. To log in 1. Click the Get More From Your Stora button on the Login page. 2. Review the
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 45 Standard vs. Premium Comparison Chart 52 | Chapter 3: Stora Application
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    screen you have local access to the Albums, Media Library and Preferences areas, as well as the Help menu, which contains a link to the User Manual and Stora support. You can customize the home page by adding an image to the background. See "Use as Home Background" on page 81. Main Menu on
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual About Stora On the bottom left corner of the Home page is the About Stora link. Click the link to see the software version, your product key, the name of your Stora unit, and additional information. About Stora link 54 | Chapter 3: Stora Application
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Library The Media Library is a standard feature and is used to house and manage all your data. Accessing the Media Library From Stora application home page, click Media Library. Note: If you are on one of the other pages, click Home on the Main menu in the upper
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Tip of the Day Unless you disable it, each time you launch the media library, Stora will provide a Tip of the Day screen, giving helpful tips and tricks for When clicked, it provides detailed information about the folder you selected. 56 | Chapter 3: Stora Application
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Media Sources The Media Sources section shows your FamilyLibrary folders, MyLibrary folders, and MyComputers folders.The or Windows networking is disabled, all users can access the FamilyLibrary folders through Windows Explorer/Finder. Chapter 3: Stora Application | 57
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual MyLibrary Each user has their own MyLibrary folders, and only you can access these folders. The MyLibrary folder contains your private FamilyLibrary are intended for specific file types, you can actually put any type of file into any folder. 58 | Chapter 3: Stora Application
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual MyComputers The MyComputers folder contains a folder for each computer using Desktop Mirror. You can download files or folders using Stora Application, or you can copy and paste them through Stora folders. For added security, you will only be able to access the MyComputers
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Albums Albums are created and managed from the MediaLibrary area Media Source area. You can add a theme to your album by displaying background graphics that come with Stora application. You can leave the album unshared for your own enjoyment, or you can share it with your
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Working with Media Source Folders Selecting a Folder Selecting a folder highlights the folder name, and displays its subfolders and files in the if many folders are open, and you want to reduce clutter on the screen. Figure 55 Expand folders Chapter 3: Stora Application | 61
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Adding a Folder Adding a folder creates a new subfolder within the current folder. Using subfolders is a good way to keep your the left navigation panel and in the main window. "Add Folder" icon New Folder added 62 | Chapter 3: Stora Application Figure 56 Adding a Folder
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Deleting a Folder Deleting a folder removes it and all its files from Stora. Delete folders carefully! WARNING! If you delete a folder, any album that contains click the "Delete Folder" icon Optional method Figure 57 Deleting a Folder Chapter 3: Stora Application | 63
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Uploading files Uploading files copies them from your computer to the access permission to this folder will be able to access it. Blocked accounts will not have access to it. Stora Application allows you to a copy a file or set of files that are less than 2 GB. If you
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Folder Options Stora Application uses option commands for working with folders. To display the options from the MediaSource list or subfolders, 1. Move to an Album" on page 75. Share Selected Items See "Creating a Shared Album" on page 73. Chapter 3: Stora Application | 65
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Share with DMA/Unshare with DMA Enables or disables DMA sharing. See "Sharing files with DMAs" on page 88. View Details See files. 1. To open a folder a. Double-click the folder name. You can also display the menu, and then select Open. 66 | Chapter 3: Stora Application
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Moving a folder Moving a folder puts it into a different location, along with its subfolders and files. 1. To move a paste a folder to another application, and you cannot cut and paste data from another application into Stora Application. Figure 62 Moving a Folder Chapter
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Copying a Folder Copying a folder puts it in an additional location, along with its folder to another application, and you cannot copy and paste data from another application into Stora Application. 68 | Chapter 3: Stora Application Figure 63 Copying Files or Folders
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Renaming a Folder Renaming a folder changes its name. 1. To rename a folder a. Select the folder b. Display the menu c. Select Rename. d. file within the folder, the item will no longer be available from the album. Figure 64 Rename a folder Chapter 3: Stora Application | 69
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Albums The Albums section shows the albums you have created music, videos and documents from multiple folders. To view your albums select Albums from the Home page of Stora application. Displaying the Albums Page From the Home page, click Albums. From one of the other pages,
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Displaying the Album Menu Stora Application has a menu with commands for working with albums. To display the menu, move the mouse over an from folders into the album. If this is a shared album see "Creating a Shared Album" on page 3-25. Chapter 3: Stora Application | 71
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 67 Create an Unshared Album 72 | Chapter 3: Stora Application
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Creating a Shared Album You can add the contents of a folder to albums with others on the Family network. Sharing an album with family makes it available to the other Stora users, unless their account blocks access. See "Let user access family folder" on page 102. The album
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual The first time you share an album with friends, Stora will prompt you for your email address. Emails sent by Stora notifying your friends about shared albums will indicate they are from this email address. Each Stora user can set their own email address. You can change your
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Adding Files to an Album You can add contents of any folder to the folders in MyLibrary. If you shared the album on Facebook or Flickr, the images will remain on these services. If you shared an album via RSS, the images will no longer be available to the RSS readers. 1.
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Running a Slideshow Running a slideshow displays the images within the album or folder, one at a time, along with their captions. Music select the video, display the menu, and then select Play. The tool bar allows you control the playback. 76 | Chapter 3: Stora Application
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Working with Files Filtering Files - Media Filter Filtering the files specifies which file types will appear. To filter the your photos and media one at a time. CoolIris This option will play your slideshow. There's even a 3-D option. Chapter 3: Stora Application | 77
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Sorting Filter You can sort your files using the Sorting Filter , click it. To select multiple files, hold the Ctrl key while clicking files. Displaying the Menu Stora Application has a menu with commands for working with files. You can display the menu in Thumbnail view
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Removing a file Removing a file deletes it from the album, but and paste a file to another application, and you cannot copy and paste data from another application into Stora Application. Moving a file Moving a file puts it in a different folder. You can move multiple files
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Adding a Caption Adding a caption stores a description of the file. The caption tags in the Tags box of the Details section. Tags allow you to describe each file on your Stora. If you tag files consistently, you will be able to find them more easily, especially as their
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Downloading a file Downloading a file retrieves the original full-resolution version of the file. You can select is played, followed by other songs within the album. • A document is opened or downloaded, depending on your browser settings. Chapter 3: Stora Application | 81
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Downloading a file The album streams compressed images, music and videos in order to conserve bandwidth and improve performance. directory, or download it to the default directory. 3. You can also download a document by double-clicking it. 82 | Chapter 3: Stora Application
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Setting up Contacts You can set up your contacts in your for each new album. Each album can be shared with a different set of your friends. Additionally, each Stora user can set up their own address book that contains the names and email addresses of their contacts. Viewing
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Setting up your address book To add a friend to your address book, click the Create New Contact icon. Enter Book list, then click the Edit Contact icon. You can then change their name or email address. 84 | Chapter 3: Stora Application Figure 72 Add, Edit, Delete Contacts
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Setting up the contact list Once contacts are entered into your address book, you can include them in the contact list for show only matching entries. Saving your contacts Once you have set up your address book or contact list, click Save. Chapter 3: Stora Application | 85
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Social Media Sharing via RSS If you share an album with everyone, players on your home network to detect and access content within the album. The media player must support the UPnP-AV, DLNA or Windows Media Connect standard. Media players include gaming consoles (Xbox 360
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Sharing with Facebook You can share an album with Facebook. Your Stora will upload the images from the album, and Facebook will add them to a photo album. If you add more images to the album, Stora album on Stora, select Share with Facebook. The Service Authorization window
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Sharing with Flickr You can share an album with Flickr. Your Stora will upload the images from the album, and Flickr will add them to the photostream or to a set. If you add more images to the album, Stora the folder. The media player must support the UPnP-AV, DLNA or
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual iTunes Computers can use iTunes to access music stored in the iTunes library on Stora. These iTunes clients must be connected to the same home network as Stora. They cannot access the iTunes library remotely across the Internet. 1. Adding songs to the iTunes library The
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual RAID1 If you have a single disk in your Stora, your data is not protected against disk failure. By adding a second disk, you can make a mirrored backup and protect your data against disk failure. For more information about configuring RAID1, see "RAID1" on page 108. It is
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Preferences The administrator can set up user, server and administration preferences. Where noted, some preferences are • To save your changes, click Submit. • To restore the saved preferences, click Restore. Figure 74 Preferences\ Chapter 3: Stora Application | 91
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    User Preferences User All users can set their user preferences at any time. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 75 User Preferences - User Area 1. Language The Language list sets the language for Stora Application user interface. The selection of languages depends on your region. The default language
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Choices are: a. Overwrite old file - The new file replaces the old file. b. default. You can override the setting when you create or edit an album. The media player must support the UPnP-AV (Universal Plug and Play - Audio Visual), DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) or
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Disk space All users can view the amount of space on Stora. 1. Used - The Used field shows how much disk space is occupied. 2. Free - The Free field shows how much disk space is available. Figure 76 User Preferences - Diskspace Area Change Password 1. Password - Enter your
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Server Preferences The Server Preferences area allows you to set the following: • Network Sharing • UPnP Router Configuration • Registration • Notifications • Network Services • LAN Connection • Data and Time Figure 78 Server Preferences Windows Network Sharing The
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual UPnP Router Configuration You can configure your router through UPnP. Note that disabling UPnP configuration on your router will noticeably decrease the performance of your Stora 21: For external access to Stora FTP (when service is enabled) Outgoing Port Requirements • Port
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Registration You can change the name of your Stora at anytime. 1. Stora Name - Stora Name box sets the device name for your Stora. The name you choose must be unique. The service provider will automatically ensure Stora name is unique, and will notify you if you need to try
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Network Services You can control FTP access to Stora. For better security, disable FTP The Server IP address box sets the static IP address for Stora. Obtain the static IP address from your ISP (Internet service provider), and use it to replace the dynamic IP address that
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Server netmask - The server netmask box sets the subnet mask. The subnet mask determines the address range of the subnet. Data to addresses within the subnet (e.g. between your computer and Stora) are routed within the network. Data to addresses outside the subnet (e.g.
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    The administrator can set the date and time for Stora. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 85 Date and Time Preferences 1. Set date and time from the Internet The Set date and time from the Internet list controls where Stora obtains the date and time. a. Yes - Stora obtains the date and time from NTP
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Administration The Administration area gives access and allows you to: • Add New Users • Edit Users • Shutdown and restart Stora • Get Software Updates • Obtain a Stora Premium Subscription • Perform Disk Management and check RAID/JBOD status • Use and external USB device •
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 4. Confirm Password Re-enter the password in the Confirm Password to the FamilyLibrary folders, a user can still access them using Windows Explore or Mac Finder through Stora Folders. Edit user Once a user is added, you can edit user accounts. The options are the same
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 2. Display Name The optional Display Name box sets the name that will appear in the Main menu of Stora Application. The , a user can still access them using Windows Explore or Mac Finder through Stora Folders. Delete user You can delete user accounts. 1. Go to Preferences >
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    Down You can shut down or restart Stora. 1. To shutdown Stora, click Shutdown. 2. To restart Stora, click Restart. NETGEAR Stora User Manual Figure 88 Administration - Shutdown/Restart Software Updates You can check for software and firmware updates to Stora. 1. To check for updates, click the
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Stora Premium Subscription You can update your Standard subscription to a Premium subscription at any time. For a list of Premium features and benefits, see "Standard vs. Premium Features" on page 1-3. 1. To update your subscription, from Stora Application Landing Page
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Disk Management This area allows you to check the status of your disks, and indicates the disk type, size and status. You also have the option to change your disk function to use either RAID1 or JBOD. Button options that appear 1. Eject - allows you to safely remove and
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 4. Reconfigure - This button allows you to change the use of your disks to RAID1 or JBOD functionality. When selected, the screen that appears will show will activate. d. To accept the option, click ok. Figure 93 Reconfigure screens Chapter 3: Stora Application | 107
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual RAID1 If you have a single disk in your Stora, your data uses RAID1 and is not protected against disk failure or data loss. You can maximize data protection by adding a second "backup" disk to your RAID1 configuration. By adding a second disk, the data stored on the first
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual JBOD As an option to RAID1, if you have two disks in your Stora, you can increase capacity by implementing JBOD. JBOD maximizes your storage capacity and increases your storage space by choosing to use the disk as a second storage drive. With JBOD, your data is not
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual USB You can use an external device that uses a USB port to upload or download content to and from your Stora. 1. Plug the USB device into the front USB port of your Stora. 2. From the MediaLibrary, you will see the device and any folders and files within the device. Figure
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Power Timer In addition to automatically "spinning down" when not used for 12 minutes, to keep with a "Go Green" initiative, you can set your Stora to turn on and off automatically. You can set the schedule to accommodate your needs. Note: Scheduling Stora to turn off will
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual TimeMachine backup support is available for Max OSX 1.5 and upwards. TimeMachine backup users can setup TimeMachine backups by selecting 'Configure TimeMachine' from Applications->Stora Desktop Applications. The walkthrough provides detailed step-by-step instructions on
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    4. Stora Desktop Mirror 4 This chapter includes topics on system status, alerts, replacing failed disks, and scheduling. • Desktop Mirror Overview • Initial Configuration • File Menu • View Menu • Tools Menu • Help Menu Chapter 4: Stora Desktop Mirror | 113
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Desktop Mirror Overview Desktop Mirror lets you back up PCs and Macs on your home network to Stora. The a PC To start the Desktop Mirror on a PC, click Start > Programs > NETGEAR > Stora Desktop Applications > Desktop Mirror> Desktop Mirror b. On a Mac To start the Desktop
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Initial Configuration The first time you launch Desktop Mirror it must be configured. If your computer has multiple users, each user must start Desktop Mirror and configure their backups separately. 1. If required, enter Stora Name, User Name and Password, and then click
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual 3. Set Backup Schedule At this point you can set when you want can select or deselect Start backing up my folders when I click finish b. Click Finish. Stora Desktop Mirror window will automatically launch with the folder settings you chose during configuration. Figure 104
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual File Menu Adding Folders to the Backup Adding a folder will include the folder, its files, and its subfolders in the subsequent backups. 1. There are two ways to add folders to your Stora. a. Choose File > Add b. Alternately, click the Add icon located on the right side of
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Viewing Files with Folders 1. Once backed up, as noted by the purple the Desktop Mirror interface. If you want the folders to be removed from Stora, you should manually delete them from the MyComputers folder. Remove Folders icon Figure 107 Removing Folders 118 | Chapter
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Quit 1. To exit Desktop Mirror, select File > Quit. Figure 108 Quit Desktop Mirror Chapter 4: Stora Desktop Mirror | 119
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual View Menu Viewing the Report A report is generated after every backup or restore event. 1. From the Desktop Mirror menu, choose View overly long name: . When this warning is displayed, the file is not backed up. 120 | Chapter 4: Stora Desktop Mirror
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Tools Menu Manual Backups The Desktop Mirror application allows you to manually back up new folders or modify existing folders. To perform manual backups 1. Select the folder(s) you want to backup. You can select multiple folders by holding the Ctrl key while clicking
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual To cancel a backup in progress 1. During a backup, click the "x" box on the status bar. You will see "Process aborted" on the status that the folder is no longer in sync and should be backed up again. Figure 111 Cancel Backup Process 122 | Chapter 4: Stora Desktop Mirror
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Restoring All Backed up Folders Restoring backed up folders copies all of the folders and files back to the computer. To restore files 1. Select Tools > Restore Files and folders on Stora are added to or replace those on the computer. 2. Alternately, you can easily restore
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Changing Account Settings Account Settings is located from the Tools menu, and has three tab options; Identity, Schedule, same screens. 1. Choose Tools > Account Settings 2. Choose Tools > Options Figure 113 Account Settings and Options 124 | Chapter 4: Stora Desktop Mirror
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Identity tab You can use the Identity tab under the Tools menu to modify Stora Name, User Name or Password. 1. Choose Tools > Account Settings > Identity You will need to use this option to change the device name. See "Registration" on
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Schedule tab 1. Choose Tools > Account Settings > Schedule You will need to use this option to modify when to back Desktop Mirror opens. This way you control when backups occur. Account Settings: Schedule Figure 115 Scheduling Backups 126 | Chapter 4: Stora Desktop Mirror
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    since the last backup will be ignored. New and updated files on the computer will be copied to Stora. Deleted files will remain on Stora until manually removed. Note: Support for the "Alternate Ports" option is not available on Stora. Account Settings: Advanced Figure 116 Advanced Options Chapter
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual Help Menu View Online Help You can access Stora User Manual online from this menu option. Figure 117 Online Help About Desktop Mirror This menu option provides details about the Desktop Mirror installed on your computer.
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    Index A about Stora 1-6 about Stora, application 3-54 about, Agent 2-47 about, DesktopMirror 4-128 access remove folders 4-118 backups, manual 4-121 C captions, add 3-80 Change Password 3-94 Chapter 1, Getting Acquainted 1-5 Chapter 4, Desktop Mirror 4-113 check disk status 1-26 computers backup
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    , collapsing 3-61 move 3-67 open 3-66 rename 3-69 selecting 3-61 format button 3-106 format disk 3-108 FTP 3-90 enable internet 3-98 enable LAN 3-98 G gateway box 3-99 H 130 | Index NETGEAR Stora User Manual hardware 1-10 help 4-128 I Images accessing files 3-81 downloading a file 3-82 rotate 3-81
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    NETGEAR Stora User Manual network 3-107 registration 1-17, 1-35, 3-97 remote access 1-33 replacing a disk 1-26 reporting 4-120 reset button 1-11, 1-13 reset from CD 1- 3-49 start from MAC 3-49 start from PC 3-49 Stora name 3-54 Stora updates 3-104 support 1-2, 1-35 T tags, add 3-80 time 3-100 timed
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    users, add 3-101 users, delete 3-103 users, edit 3-102 V VCCI statement 1-2 version, find 3-54 view details 3-66, 3-79 W windows networking 1-20 wipe button 3-112 Workgroup 3-95 workgroup 1-20 NETGEAR Stora User Manual 132 | Index
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