LaCie 5big NAS Pro User manual

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INTRODUCTION
This manual covers:
Products Operating System Version
LaCie 2big NAS LaCie NAS OS 3 (learn more here)
LaCie 5big NAS Pro LaCie NAS OS 3
Congratulations on your purchase of a LaCie professional NAS (network-attached storage device). Designed to
satisfy the data sharing and backup needs of small, medium, and branch offices, your product belongs to a new
generation of NAS.
This manual will guide you through the process of connecting the LaCie NAS to your network and will assist you
in troubleshooting any issues that might arise. If you encounter problems, check Getting Help. Note that most of
the problems users encounter can be resolved by resetting the product to factory conditions (see 2big NAS
Reset or 5big NAS Pro Recovery).
BOX CONTENT
LaCie 2big NAS LaCie 5big NAS Pro
Product
Ethernet cable
External Power supply
Utilities CD-ROM with
software
Drive stand for upright use ––
Disk drawer key
USB Key for install and recovery ––
Cable management clip ––
Important info: Please save your packaging. In the event that the drive should need to be repaired or
serviced, it must be returned in its original packaging.
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MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Latest version of Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7, Windows 8 / Mac® OS X 10.5 or higher
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Web browsers: Internet Explorerâ„¢ 7.0 or higher, Firefoxâ„¢ 3.0 or higher, Safariâ„¢ 3.0 or higher, or Chrome 2.0
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or higher
Computer with an Ethernet network adapter
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Ethernet switch or router 10/100/1000 (Mb/s)
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Important info:
Your LaCie product's performance can be affected by such external forces as network activity, hardware,
distance, and setup.
For optimal performance, use a Gigabit Ethernet router and a Gigabit Ethernet board in your host computer.
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VIEWS OF THE PRODUCT
FRONT VIEW
LaCie 2big NAS LaCie 5big NAS Pro
Front LED button: The LED button signals the status and health of the device. For further details, see LED1.
Behavior and Button Functions.
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REAR VIEW
LaCie 2big NAS
Left drive status LED (see LED Behavior and Button Functions)1.
ON/OFF2.
Gigabit Ethernet3.
USB 2.0 expansion4.
eSATA expansion5.
Right drive status LED (see LED Behavior and Button Functions)6.
Drive tray handle7.
Drive lock8.
Power connector9.
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LaCie 5big NAS Pro
Drive status LED (see LED Behavior and Button Functions)1.
Drive tray handle2.
Drive lock3.
USB 2.0 expansion (x2)4.
USB 3.0 expansion (x2)5.
Gigabit Ethernet (x2)6.
VGA port (for maintenance)7.
Power connector8.
Reset button (see LaCie NAS Rescue: 5big NAS Pro)9.
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LED BEHAVIOR AND BUTTON FUNCTIONS
GENERAL LED BEHAVIOR
The list of colors below will help you identify the general status of your NAS:
Color State
Solid blue Ready
Blinking blue Startup; shutdown; activity
Blinking red and blue RAID synchronization; software update
Blinking red Warning
Solid red Error
FRONT AND DISK LEDS
The front and rear LEDs indicate drive status and activity. This section describes the behavior of the LED
indicators. Note that even if you have turned off the front LED using Dashboard > Eco Management, events
triggering a red light will always cause the front LED to turn on.
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Front LED
Color
Rear LED Color State
Blinking blue
Activity LED for working disk(s)
(until they are fully initialized)
Occurs as the device is booting; will cease once the
drives are fully initialized
Solid blue
Activity LED for working disk(s)
Device is functioning properly and the drives are
working (read/write)
Blinking
blue/red
Blinking blue/red
RAID synchronizing; will cease once operation has
concluded
Activity LED for working disk(s)
Operating system update in progress
Blinking red
Solid red for non-functional disk(s)
RAID is degraded; data is intact but the array is no
longer protected should another disk fail
Activity LED for all disks
Temperature alert
Fan is not spinning
The NAS is receiving its power via a connected UPS
Solid red
Activity LED for working disk(s)
Temperature alert (critical level) – the product will shut
off
Power supply has been cut and the UPS has run out of
reserve power – the product will shut off
Solid red for non-functional disk(s)
RAID has failed and data has been lost
Off in disconnected disk(s) Disk(s) is/are disconnected
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FRONT BUTTON
Short push
5big NAS Pro only: When the the product is operating, a short push of the on/off button will turn the 5big NAS
Pro off or, place the 5big NAS Pro into deep sleep mode if the option has been configured in NAS OS. See Eco
Management for details on deep sleep mode.
Long push
5big NAS Pro only: A long push of more than four seconds will cut the power from the 5big NAS Pro, forcing it
to shut down immediately. A long push is not recommended as it may result in data loss.
Factory settings/rescue
LaCie 2big NAS: The front LED button can be used in tandem with the ON/OFF switch to revert the device to its
factory settings (see Reset to Factory Conditions: 2big NAS).
LaCie 5big NAS Pro: The front LED button can be used in tandem with the reset button on the rear of the
device to launch the LaCie NAS Rescue (see LaCie NAS Rescue: 5big NAS Pro).
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HARD DISK HEAT MANAGEMENT
HEAT DISSIPATION DESIGN - 2BIG NAS
The LaCie 2big NAS Pro's metal body is ideal for naturally dissipating internal drive heat. Its unique design
draws heat away from the internal drive toward the external casing. The large surface area of the heat sink
casing absorbs internal heat and dissipates it, keeping the drive safe and prolonging its life and reliability.
As a consequence, it is normal that the external casing is warm to the touch. Make sure that the vent
on the back bezel is not obstructed and that there is a natural airflow across the casing.
Upright, stack & rackmount configuration
Heat dissipation is maximized when this LaCie product is in the upright position. When stacking the LaCie 2big
NAS, you must attach rubber feet (if included) on the under side of your drives. This will allow for airflow
between the enclosures so that the heat dissipation can work effectively. LaCie does not recommend stacking or
racking more than two LaCie 2big NAS enclosures on top of each other.
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DUAL COOLING - 5BIG NAS PRO
With its dual cooling design, the LaCie 5big NAS Pro's is built to protect against overheating. The 5big's solid
aluminum casing diverts and dissipates heat, keeping the drives cooler even after extended periods of activity.
Within the casing, a whisper-quiet, thermo-regulated Noctua® fan automatically adapts its speed to the internal
temperature. As a result, the fan cools the components, which is vital for long-term use.
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CONNECT TO THE NETWORK
Connect your LaCie NAS to a network.
Enclosure without disks: If you purchased an enclosure that did not include disks, go to Connect to the
Network: Diskless LaCie 2big NAS or Connect to the Network: Diskless LaCie 5big NAS Pro for instructions on
how to connect to your device to the network.
Step 1: Connect the Ethernet cable and power supply
Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the product and to an available Ethernet port1.
on your router. Refer to your router’s documentation if necessary.
Connect the power supply to a wall outlet and to the product.2.
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Step 2: Power on the LaCie NAS
Power on the device.1.
LaCie 2big NAS: Push the power button on the back of the device to the ON position.
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LaCie 5big NAS Pro: Lightly push the the front LED button.
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The front LED will turn on and then begin blinking. The device is ready to be accessed once the LED has2.
turned solid blue. Your LaCie NAS may take up to three minutes to boot.
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Caution: Only use the AC adapter supplied with your specific LaCie device. Do not use a power supply from
another LaCie device or another manufacturer. Using any other power cable or power supply may cause
damage to the device and void your warranty. Always remove the AC adapter before transporting your LaCie
device. Failure to remove the adapter may result in damage and will void your warranty.
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Step 3: Access the LaCie NAS Dashboard
Note: The steps below should be completed by the administrator of the device.
Perform the steps below on a PC/Mac connected to the same network as your LaCie NAS:
Launch your preferred internet browser and type the default address for the LaCie NAS:1.
Windows workstations (no Bonjour) - http://lacie-2big-nas or http://lacie-5big-pro
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Mac OS X and Windows workstations running Bonjour - http://lacie-2big-nas.local or
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http://lacie-5big-pro.local.
The Dashboard administration tool will prompt you to create an administrator password.2.
You may also change:3.
The name of the device (the defaults are LaCie-2big-NAS or LaCie-5big-Pro).
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The administrator login (the default is admin).
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The time zone.
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Make certain to note your login and password for future use.4.
Choose Finish. You will be taken to the Dashboard home page.5.
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NEXT STEPS
Simplify NAS access: LaCie recommends that you install the software utility LaCie Network Assistant before
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moving forward with the device configuration. LaCie Network Assistant gives you instant information on your
LaCie NAS, such as firmware version, IP address, and hardware address. It will also provide quick access to
shares (volumes) and the Dashboard. See LaCie Network Assistant for instructions.
Configure your NAS: For details on how to configure and use your LaCie NAS, go to Shares: Access and
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Transfer Files and NAS OS Administration.
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CONNECT TO THE NETWORK: DISKLESS LACIE 2BIG NAS
Users who purchased a LaCie 2big NAS enclosure without hard disks should follow the instructions below.
Enclosure with hard disks: If you purchased an enclosure with hard disks, see Connect to the Network for
instructions on how to connect to your network.
CHOOSE COMPATIBLE HARD DRIVES
Review the following before adding hard drives to your LaCie 2big NAS:
When adding a new hard drive to the enclosure, consider a LaCie 2big Spare Drive. LaCie hard drives are
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specially prepared and optimized for use with LaCie NAS.
LaCie NAS are compatible with most SATA II and SATA III hard drives. Go to Network Hard Drives for a list of
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hard drives tested with the 2big NAS. If you have any issues with hard drive compatibility and LaCie products,
please contact our tech support.
LaCie recommends selecting disks that are equal in storage capacity. For example, if the first disk slot has a
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1TB hard disk, fill the second slot with a 1TB hard disk.
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INSTALLATION STEPS
Step 1: Connect and power on the diskless 2big NAS
Make sure that the disk slots are empty. You will be prompted to insert disks in Step 3.1.
Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the product and to an available Ethernet port2.
on your router. Refer to your router’s documentation if necessary.
Connect the power supply to a wall outlet and to the product.3.
Push the power button on the back of the device to the ON position. The front LED will turn on and then4.
begin blinking blue. Once the LED stops blinking, move on to the next step.
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Step 2: Remove the disk tray sticker and empty disk tray(s)
Note on illustrations: To reduce complexity in the images, the Ethernet and Power cables have been
removed. LaCie recommends that you maintain both connections while continuing with the installation steps.
Remove the sticker from the back of the device.1.
The disk tray(s) may be locked. To unlock, use the included disk drawer key to turn the lock until the slot is2.
vertical.
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Draw out the disk tray by inserting your finger into the space behind the disk tray handle and pulling to3.
disengage it.
Grasp the disk tray handle and carefully extract it.4.
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Repeat the process if you are adding a second disk.5.
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