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Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
Thank you for choosing the Thecus N0204 mini NAS Server. The Thecus N0204
miniNAS is an easy-to-use storage server that allows a dedicated approach to
storing and distributing data on a network. Data reliability is ensured with RAID
features that provide data security and recovery. Gigabit Ethernet ports enhance
network efficiency, allowing the N0204 miniNAS to take over file management
functions, increase application and data sharing and provide faster data response.
The N0204 miniNAS offers data mobility with a disk roaming feature that lets you
hot swap working hard drives for use in another N0204 miniNAS, securing the
continuity of data in the event of hardware failure. The N0204 miniNAS allows data
consolidation and sharing between Windows (SMB/CIFS), UNIX/Linux, and Apple
OS X environments. The N0204 miniNAS’s user-friendly GUI supports multiple
languages.
Product Highlights
File Server
First and foremost, the N0204 miniNAS allows you to store and share files over an
IP network. With a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, you can centralize your
files and share them easily over your network. With the easy-to-use web-based
interface, users on your network can access these files in a snap.
To learn about the Web User Interface, go to
Chapter 5: Using the N0204 >
Using WebDisk
.
FTP Server
With the built-in FTP Server, friends, clients, and customers can upload and
download files to your N0204 miniNAS over the Internet with their favorite FTP
programs. You can create user accounts so that only authorized users have access.
To set up the FTP Server, refer to
Chapter 4: System Network>
FTP
.
iTunes Server
With the built-in iTunes server capability, the N0204 miniNAS enables digital music
to be shared and played anywhere on the network!
To set up the iTunes Server, refer to
Chapter 4: Application Server>
iTunes Configuration
.
