NETGEAR SC101 Network Router User manual

Storage Central SC101
A) Install a Disk and Connect
the SC101
Installation Overview
The instructions below explain how to set up a single disk. Repeat these steps to
install a second disk.
Estimated Completion Time: 30 minutes.
These instructions will guide you through these three steps:
Verify the Hard Disk Is Set to “Cable Select”
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A) INSTALL A HARD DISK, AND CONNECT THE STORAGE CENTRAL
SC101 TO YOUR NETWORK.
B) INSTALL THE STORAGE CENTRAL SC101 SOFTWARE.
C) ALLOCATE SC101 DISK SPACE FOR EACH PC THAT WILL USE
THE SC101.
When you finish the installation, your network will resemble this illustration.
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2. INSERT THE HARD DISK.
a. Position the hard disk so that the
D-shaped power socket is on the top
facing out.
b. Slide the disk into either slot.
3. CONNECT THE HARD DISK CABLES.
Power Cable
1. LOCATE THE HARD DISK JUMPERS.
2. VERIFY THAT THE JUMPERS ARE SET TO
“CABLE SELECT.”
Jumper
The drive jumpers must be set for the “cable
select” option, marked “CS” on some drives.
Typically, this is the default setting.
Note: Be sure to consult the documentation provided by the hard disk
manufacturer or look on the hard disk to identify which setting is “cable select.”
The setting for your drive may be different from what is illustrated above.
Install the Hard Disk
Data Cable
a. Align and insert the disk power cable into the D-shaped power socket.
b. Align the key of the disk data cable with the slot on the data cable socket
and insert the cable. Neatly tuck the cables in so that they will not
interfere with attaching the cover.
4. ATTACH THE FRONT COVER.
1. REMOVE THE FRONT COVER.
Note: You must have an IDE hard disk, an Ethernet network with an available
port, DHCP must be running in the network, and you need to have either Windows
XP (SP2) or Windows 2000 (SP4) PCs to access the SC101.
Unpack the unit, Ethernet cable, power adapter, and the NETGEAR CD. The CD
contains driver software, a setup wizard, and links to online resources. Familiarize
yourself with the Storage Central SC101 unit. The back panel of the SC101 has
information about the ports and the status lights located on the front panel.
Note: When you set up the unit, stand it on its feet, and be sure it has ample
ventilation. Avoid putting the unit in a location where it could be knocked over
easily. Do not place items on top of it.
D-shaped
power socket
a. Use a coin or screwdriver
to open the spring loaded
front cover lock by turning
it clockwise.
b. Remove the front cover.
Warning: Be sure to unplug
the power cord from the SC101
before adding or removing the
disks. Failure to observe this
precaution could render your
disks useless.
a. Align the cover with the
unit.
b. Using a screwdriver or
coin to hold the spring
loaded cover lock open,
attach the cover, then
release the lock.
Connect the SC101 to Your Network
1. Connect the provided Ethernet cable to your network and to the back of the
SC101. Be sure your network is running. DHCP must be available in the
network. DHCP is usually enabled on home networks by default.
2. Plug in the power adapter to a power source and connect the other end to the
SC101. View the front panel to verify that the green power light is on and that
the yellow network light is on.
B) Install the SC101 Software
Follow the New Hardware Found prompts to
complete the installation of several software
driver components. You will see the Storage
Central Manager utility icon on your desktop.
3. Run the Storage Central Manager, which can
check for updates. Click Next to proceed, and.
follow the prompts to check for and install additional product updates.
After the additional product updates process
completes, you will see the Storage Central
Manager configuration mode selection screen.
C) Allocate Storage for Each
PC That Will Use the SC101
Note: This software must be installed on each PC
that will access the Storage Central Node.
1. Insert the NETGEAR CD into your PC. If this screen does
not appear, run Autorun.exe on the CD. Click Install Software.
1. Use the Storage Central Manager Wizard Setup option. Click Next to
proceed.
2. Follow the on-screen prompts to allocate storage for this PC, setting the size,
name, password, and sharing options.
When the wizard is complete, this PC will now have a new drive available
that you will see in the Windows Explorer with the drive letter Windows
assigned.
Note: If you enable sharing, each computer on the network that will share the
drive must have the SC101 software installed.
3. Verify that you can copy files to and from you new SC101 drive.
2. Click Check for Updates and proceed according to the prompts. The
software checks to see if the SC101 is on your network. You can install the
software even if the unit is not yet on your network. If Windows logo
certification warnings appear, click Continue to proceed.
Note: The SC101 formats hard disks differently than a PC does. Do not
swap hard disks between a SC101 and a PC: the data will be unreadable.
4. Repeat these steps for each PC that will use the SC101 drives.
Refer to the manual for instructions on how to use advanced features such as
mirroring.
May 2005
Troubleshooting Tips
Here are some tips for correcting simple problems you may have.
Always restart your network in this sequence:
1. Turn off and unplug the modem, turn off the router, shut off the SC101, and
shut down the computers.
2. Plug in and turn on the cable or DSL modem. Wait about 2 minutes.
3. Turn on the router. Wait about 1 minute.
4. Turn on the SC101.
5. Turn on the computers.
Check the status lights to verify correct operation.
When powered on, the SC101 power light will be on. When connected to an
operational Ethernet network, the Ethernet status light will be lit. The label on the
SC101 back panel identifies these status lights.
Technical Support
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configuration assistant, locate the serial number on the bottom label of your product and
use it to register your product at http://www.NETGEAR.com/register.
Hard Drive Not Included
A hard drive is not included with this NETGEAR product. You are solely responsible for
the selection, purchase and installation of your own hard drive. By using this NETGEAR
product, you understand and agree that (i) NETGEAR is not warranting your hard drive or
its contents; and (ii) NETGEAR is not responsible under any circumstances for any
damage to or loss of contents that results from the misuse of any hard drive with the
NETGEAR product, regardless of the cause of such damage or loss.
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