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Freecom Classic SL Network Drive
EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE
Freecom Classic SL Network Drive
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cation purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective
companies. This device was designed for home or office use.
Warning! This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class A. This equip-
ment can cause radio disturbances in a residential area. If this is the case, the user
has to take appropriate measures and assume all responsibility and costs for. It may
not be used near or with any life-sustaing systems.
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thereof -whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business
profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss)
arising out of the use of or inability to use this Freecom product, even if Freecom
has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
We reserve the right to upgrade our products in keeping with technological
advances.
Dear customer.
Thank you for purchasing the Freecom Classic SL Network Drive -
Network storage via Ethernet made possible through NDAS technology!
This User Manual is intended to help you install the Classic SL Network Drive
quickly and easily onto your Personal Computer or Ethernet Network. Please
read the instructions carefully.
Freecom Technologies • Germany
www.Freecom.com
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ............................... page 6
1.1 Package Contents ......................................................................... page 6
1.2 System Requirements ................................................................... page 6
1.3 Classic SL Network Drive Setup Overview ................................... page 7
Chapter 2: Cable Installation....................... page 8
2.1 NDAS Mode .................................................................................. page 8
2.2 USB Mode ..................................................................................... page 8
Chapter 3: Software Installation ................ page 9
3.1 For Windows XP and Windows 2000 .......................................... page 9
3.2 For Windows 98 SE and Windows ME ......................................... page 10
3.3 Classic SL Network Drive Administrator ...................................... page 12
Chapter 4: Drive Registration ..................... page13
4.1 Add / Register a New Classic SL Network Drive .......................... page 13
4.2 Using Classic SL Network Drive .................................................... page 15
4.3 Sharing Classic SL Network Drive ................................................. page 15
Chapter 5: Status and Mode Indicator ....... page17
5.1 Changing from Read / Write Mode to Read Only Mode ........... page 18
5.2 Changing from Read Only mode to Read / Write Mode ............ page 18
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Chapter 6: Introduction to Administrator
Tool Menu ..................................................... page19
Chapter 7: Drive Functions .......................... page20
Chapter 8: Advanced Drive Functions ........ page21
8.1 Introduction to Aggregation ....................................................... page 21
8.2 Introduction to Mirroring ............................................................ page 21
8.3 Requirements for Aggregating / Mirroring ................................ page 21
8.4 Instructions for Aggregating / Mirroring
Two Classic SL Network Drives ..................................................... page 21
8.4.1 Disable Classic SL Network Drive .............................................. page 22
8.4.2 Aggregate / Mirror Classic SL Network Drive ........................... page 22
8.4.3 Enable Classic SL Network Drive ............................................... page 24
8.4.4 Format Classic SL Network Drive .............................................. page 25
8.4.5 Enable Classic SL Network Drive for Other Users .................... page 25
8.4.6 Unbind Classic SL Network Drive .............................................. page 26
Chapter 9: Formatting ................................. page 28
9.1 Initialize Classic SL Network Drive ............................................... page 28
9.2 Partition Classic SL Network Drive ............................................... page 29
Chapter 10: Uninstall ................................... page33
Chapter 11: FAQ ............................................ page35
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Chapter 12: Troubleshooting ...................... page44
Regulatory Statements ................................ page50
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Package Contents
The following items are included in the Classic SL Network Drive package:
• Classic SL Network Drive
• Power adapter
• Manual and Software Installation CD
• Ethernet Cable
• USB Cable
• Warranty card
1.2 Minimum System Requirements
Windows® 98SE / Me / 2000 / XP
• 233 MHz Pentium® II or higher
• 64 MB RAM (128 MB recommended)
• USB 1.1 Port (USB 2.0 recommended)
• CD-ROM drive for installation
• 100Base-T full duplex switch for NDAS mode
Mac® OS X
• Mac OS X 10.3 or higher
• 128 MB RAM (256 MB recommended)
• USB 1.1 Port (USB 2.0 recommended)
• CD-ROM drive for installation
• 100Base-T full duplex switch for NDAS mode
• MAC OS X requires the drive formatted in FAT-32
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Introduction
1.3 Classic SL Network Drive Setup Overview
Classic SL Network Drive
NDAS (Ethernet) mode
USB-mode
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Chapter 2: Cable Installation
Warning: Do not connect USB cable and Ethernet cable at the
same time.
2.1 NDAS (Ethernet) Mode
Classic SL Network Drive
1. Connect the included Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the Classic SL
Network Drive to a switch (100 Base-T full duplex).
Wireless users: Connect Classic SL Network Drive to your wireless router or
access point with the included Ethernet cable.
2. Make sure the power connector is firmly attached to the Classic SL Network
Drive and connect the power adapter to a power source.
3. Slide the On/Off Switch to ON position.
2.2 USB Mode
Classic SL Network Drive
1. Connect the included USB cable from the USB port on the Classic SL Network
Drive to your PC’s USB port.
2. Make sure the power connector is connected firmly to the Classic SL Network
Drive and connect the power adaptor to a power source.
3. Slide the On/Off Switch to ON position.
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Chapter 3: Software Installation
3.1 For Windows XP and Windows 2000
Installation of the Classic SL Network Drive software is simple and easy. Insert the
included "Classic SL Network Drive Manual & Software Installation CD" into your
CD-ROM Drive and select the Drive Sharing and Classic SL Network Drive Mode.
You will be guided through the installation.
Network Drive Mode:
NDAS mode: Select NDAS mode to share the Classic SL Network Drive with users
on the network.
Drive Sharing:
Select a Drive Sharing Mode that is best for your environment:
•Multi OS:
- Classic SL Network Drive can be shared within a mixed network of Win-
dows98/Me/2000/XP and Apple Macintosh computers
- Multiple PC’s can have Read Only access simultaneously
- Write access is assigned to one user at a time and is passed from one user
to another.
- Fastest performance
•Multi-Write:
- Windows2000/XP environment
- Multiple PC’s can have Read and Write access simultaneously
USB 2.0 Mode: Select USB mode to use the Classic SL Network Drive as a portable
external hard drive for your PC.
Software Installation
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3.2 For Windows 98 SE and Windows ME
For the latest software and drivers, visit www.freecom.com
NDAS Mode
Insert the included "Classic SL Network Drive Installation CD" into your CD-
ROM Drive. You will be guided through the installation.
USB 2.0 Mode
Follow the instructions below:
Step 1
If this is your first time installing the Classic SL Network Drive, the "Add New
Hardware Wizard" will appear. Click "Next" and follow the instructions on
your screen.
If you have already previously installed the Classic SL Network Drive, the
Classic SL Network Drive will be listed as a local drive in "My Computer". Drive
letter and name may vary between Personal Computers.
Step 2
Select "Search for the best driver for your device".
Click "Next".
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