The MaxNAS is designed for universal compatibility. It features SMB/CIFS, NFS, FTP, iSCSI target and
hosting, USB direct attachment, as well as Webdisk/Secure Webdisk http-based connectivity through
multiple volume and RAID configurations. To facilitate a fast start, the MaxNAS is preconfigured with
a single RAID 5 volume with a single public sharepoint. The following quick installation instructions
on accessing and mounting the MaxNAS as it is configured from the factory; should you require
different configuration, would like to enable iSCSI volumes or USB target volumes please refer to the
manual to reconfigure the unit.
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Before proceeding, please have the following ready:
• A computer with a web browser available and connected to your network
• An available network jack on your hub or switch
1. Inspect Your MaxNAS.
Please unpack your MaxNAS in a static free environment, carefully making
sure not to damage or discard any of the packing material. Please verify that
all contents are present. If the RAID subsystem appears damaged, or if any
items of the contents listed are missing or damaged, please contact your
dealer or distributor immediately.
2. Connect Your MaxNAS
Place on a flat and stable surface capable of supporting at least 25lbs, and
close enough to the available network jack to reach with an ethernet cable.
Step 1- Insert
Canisters
Step 2- Secure
Canister Latches
Step 3- Connect
Power and turn on
Switch
Step 4- Connect
Network Cable
Step 5- Press Power
Key
Step 1. Remove the disk canisters from the packing material and carefully insert into the MaxNAS.
Step 2. Secure each canister into position and push the latch until it snaps into place.
Step 3. Connect the provided power cord into the universal power socket on the back panel. Plug the
other end of the cord into a power socket. Make sure the power switch is in the on position (“-”)
Step 4. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network to LAN1 (DHCP environment) or LAN2 (static
IP) port on the back panel.
Step 5. Press the power button on the front panel. The
MaxNAS will boot. The Power indicator light should
glow blue, and the LAN LED corresponding to the con-
nected interface will glow or blink green. All the HDD
Power LEDs on each HDD tray should glow blue.
Package Contents:
1 MaxNAS unit
5 Disk Drive Modules
1 Set of drive locking keys
1 MaxNAS CD
1 Quick Install Guide
1 power cord
2 Cat5e Gigabit Ethernet cable
1 USB cable
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ATTENTION:
If Any LED glows
red and the system emits a
continuous beeping sound, then
the system is reporting fault. Refer to
your user guide for further information.
MaxNAS Quick Install Guide