GETTING STARTED
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MY CLOUD USER MANUAL
Physically Connecting your Device
Follow the steps below to connect the My Cloud device to a home or small office network.
1. Using the Ethernet cable, connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port located
on the back of the device.
2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable directly into a router or network switch port.
3. Connect one end of the power adapter into the power supply socket on the back of the device.
4. Plug the other end of the power adapter into a power outlet. The unit powers up
automatically.
5. When the power LED on your device turns a solid blue, continue to Getting Started with My
Cloud Online Setup.
Important:
To avoid overheating, make sure the device is upright as shown in the
illustration above and nothing is blocking or covering the slots and
openings on the top and bottom of the device. In the event of
overheating, the device will perform a safe shutdown, interrupting all
processes currently being performed. If this occurs, data may be lost.
Important:
The provided shielded Ethernet cable must be used between the unit and
network connection to comply with FCC Part 15 Class B and EN-55022/
EN-55024 Class B.
Important:
Wait for the My Cloud device to finish powering up (approximately three
minutes) before configuring it. You will know it is ready when the power
LED stops blinking and turns a solid blue.
