LaCie 5big Backup Server - Manual (Page 2)

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Box Content
Your LaCie 5big Backup Server package contains the items listed below:
1. LaCie 5big Backup Server
2. Cat 5E Ethernet cable
3. Power supply
4. Connector Agent and Utilities Disk (applications and documentation)
5. PC Recovery CD
5. Server Recovery DVD (Preserve Data or Factory Settings)
6. Quick Start Guide
7. Drive lock tool
8. Packet of drive tray screws (Single disk version only. Please keep unused drive tray screws in
a safe location for future use. Do not use alternative screws when fastening a drive to a 5big
enclosure drive tray.)
NOTE: Please save the 5big Backup Server packaging.
(1) In the event that it should require repair or service, the 5big Backup Server must be
returned in its original packaging.
(2) When sending the 5big Backup Server, make certain to return all items in the
original packaging.
(3) If you purchased a single disk 5big Backup Server, please remove the non-LaCie disks
before sending the server for service.
(4) Before sending the 5big Backup Server, please backup all data stored on its disk drives.
LaCie cannot guarantee that your data will be preserved.
Minimum Network Requirements
Ethernet Connection
To successfully use the 5big Backup Server, your network must meet the following requirements:
Network
Minimum Requirement
Server connection 100 Mbps wired connection. LaCie highly recommends a 1 Gb/s
wired connection for better performance.
Workstations One or more computers that are running a supported operating system,
with either a wired or a wireless network connection.
Internet Broadband connection for software updates.
Router/Firewall device An external Internet broadband router/firewall device with 100 Mbps
wired Ethernet connection.
The 5big Backup Server assumes that your network devices receive their
IP addresses from a DHCP server.
Wireless Support
• The 5big Backup Server supports a wired connection to your network. It is not possible to wirelessly
connect the 5big Backup Server to the network.
• Once connected, the 5big Backup Server may be accessed by computers that are wirelessly connected
to your network.