Promise Technology Smartstor NS4600, Product Manual

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Chapter 1: Introduction to SmartStor
• About This Manual (page 1)
• Architecture (page 2)
• Protocol Support (page 2)
• Key Benefits (page 2)
• Specifications (page 3)
• Compatible Backup Software (page 4)
• Client OS Support (page 4)
• Browser Support (page 5)
Promise Technology’s SmartStor NS4600 is a network attached storage (NAS)
solution for external storage targeted for small and medium business (SMB)
users and small office/home office (SOHO) users.
With a NAS product, users can save their work and have access to files over the
network without having to carry around a disk drive or memory stick. The
Administrator can manage access privileges for greater security. Multiple backup
and synchronization functions protect your data.
About This Manual
This Product Manual describes how to setup, use, and maintain the SmartStor
NS4600. It also describes how to use:
• SmartNAVI software that you install and run on your Windows or Mac
• Promise Advanced Storage Manager (PASM) software that runs on the
SmartStor
This manual includes a full table of contents, chapter task lists, and numerous
cross-references to help you find the specific information you are looking for.
Also included are four levels of notices:
Note
A Note provides helpful information such as hints or alternative
ways of doing a task.
Important
An Important calls attention to an essential step or point required
to complete a task. Important items include things often missed.