Buffalo LinkStation 200 Series User manual

Network Attached Storage

LinkStation 200

User Manual

Please make sure to read this manual before using and follow the procedures. If you have any inquiries about

the product, contact the number on the warranty statement or the packing box. Do not discard the included

documents, the warranty statement, or the packing box.

Americas: www.buffaloamericas.com

Europe: www.buffalo-technology.com

Asia Pacific: www.buffalo-asia.com

35020312-16

June 2020

Table Of Contents

Chapter 1 Getting Started .............................................7

Diagrams...........................................................................................7

Turning the LinkStation On and Off ...............................................8

Installing Applications.....................................................................9

NAS Navigator2.......................................................................................... 9

SmartPhone Navigator.............................................................................. 9

WebAccess .................................................................................................. 9

Settings Up Through Setup Wizard ................................................9

Accessing Shared Folders............................................................. 11

Accessing from a Computer ....................................................................11

Accessing from a Mobile Device .............................................................11

Chapter 2 Configuration ............................................. 13

Opening Settings from a Computer ............................................ 13

Opening Easy Admin ...............................................................................13

Opening Advanced Settings ...................................................................15

Opening Settings from a Mobile Device ..................................... 18

Chapter 3 File Sharing................................................. 21

Configuring Shared Folders ......................................................... 21

Adding a Shared Folder...........................................................................21

Recycle Bin................................................................................................23

Read-Only Shares.....................................................................................23

Hidden Shares ..........................................................................................23

Configuring Users ......................................................................... 24

Adding a User...........................................................................................24

Converting Local Users into External Users...........................................27

Adding a Group ............................................................................. 27

Configuring Access Restrictions .................................................. 29

Local Users and Groups ...........................................................................30

Active Directory .......................................................................................31

NT Domain................................................................................................34

User Authentication with an External SMB Server................................36

Chapter 4 Storage Management ................................ 40

RAID Modes ................................................................................... 40

Working with RAID Arrays............................................................ 40

Using JBOD...............................................................................................40

Changing the RAID Mode........................................................................41

Expanding RAID Capacity Without Deleting Data ................................43

RAID Scanning..........................................................................................44

Adding an External Drive ............................................................. 45

Connecting an External Drive.................................................................45

Compatibility ...........................................................................................45

Dismounting Drives ...................................................................... 46

Dismounting Using the Function Button...............................................46

Dismounting from Settings ....................................................................46

Checking Drives ............................................................................ 47

Formatting Drives ......................................................................... 48

Erasing Data on the LinkStation Completely.............................. 50

Quotas............................................................................................ 50

Quotas for Users.......................................................................................50

Quotas for Groups ...................................................................................51

Drive Replacement........................................................................ 52

Replacing a Defective Drive ....................................................................53

Rebuilding the RAID Array ......................................................................55

Chapter 5 Remote Access............................................ 57

WebAccess ..................................................................................... 57

Configuring from Easy Admin.................................................................57

Configuring from Advanced Settings ....................................................58

Accessing Remotely.................................................................................60

FTP.................................................................................................. 60

Chapter 6 Backup ........................................................ 62

Backing Up Data on the LinkStation ........................................... 62

Backup Modes..........................................................................................62

Preparing a Backup Destination.............................................................63

Configuring a Backup Job .......................................................................64

Backing Up Your Mac with Time Machine ................................... 68

Copying from a USB Device.......................................................... 74

Enabling Direct Copy...............................................................................75

Starting Direct Copy ................................................................................75

Chapter 7 Multimedia ................................................. 76

DLNA .............................................................................................. 76

Configuring from Easy Admin.................................................................76

Configuring from Advanced Settings ....................................................77

Playing Files .............................................................................................78

Connected DLNA-Compatible Devices...................................................78

Streaming to DLNA-compatible Devices ...............................................79

Disabling Playback from Specific Devices .............................................80

iTunes Server ................................................................................. 81

BitTorrent....................................................................................... 83

Configuring BitTorrent ............................................................................83

Opening the Download Manager...........................................................84

Downloading Files ...................................................................................86

Connecting a Printer..................................................................... 87

Chapter 8 Advanced Features .................................... 89

Email Notification ......................................................................... 89

Sleep Mode .................................................................................... 90

Encrypting Data Transmission ..................................................... 92

Encrypting Settings Data ........................................................................92

Encrypting FTP Transfer Data .................................................................92

SSL Keys ....................................................................................................92

Restoring Factory Defaults........................................................... 93

Initializing from Settings ........................................................................93

Initializing Using the Function Button...................................................94

Updating the Firmware................................................................. 94

Name, Date, Time, and Language ................................................ 94

Jumbo Frames ............................................................................... 98

Changing the IP Address .............................................................. 99

Chapter 9 Configuring from Mobile Devices........... 101

Settings Available from Your Mobile Device............................. 101

Configuring Users ....................................................................... 101

Adding a User.........................................................................................102

Changing the Password.........................................................................105

Deleting a User.......................................................................................107

Configuring Shared Folders ....................................................... 109

Adding a Shared Folder.........................................................................109

Configuring Access Restrictions ...........................................................111

Deleting a Shared Folder.......................................................................113

Configuring WebAccess .............................................................. 115

Configuring the DLNA Server..................................................... 121

Managing USB Devices............................................................... 121

Dismounting USB Drives.......................................................................122

Enabling Direct Copy.............................................................................123

Starting Direct Copy ..............................................................................123

Enabling a Print Server..........................................................................125

Rebuilding the RAID Array ......................................................... 125

Chapter 10 Utilities.................................................... 127

NAS Navigator2........................................................................... 127

Windows .................................................................................................127

macOS.....................................................................................................127

NovaBACKUP ............................................................................... 127

Chapter 11 Appendix ................................................ 128

Power LED Operations ................................................................ 128

Default Settings .......................................................................... 130

Specifications .............................................................................. 131

Chapter 12 Regulatory Compliance Information.... 133

For Customers in the United States ........................................... 133

For Customers in Europe ............................................................ 133

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Diagrams

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LS220D, LS220DE, LS220DR

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Chapter 1 Getting Started

1 Power LED

The power LED glows white while the LinkStation is on.

The power LED blinks white while the LinkStation is booting or shutting down.

If an error occurs, the power LED blinks red.

If there is a status message, the power LED blinks amber.

If there is new firmware available, the power LED glows amber.

2 Function LED

This LED glows white while the LinkStation is being initialized and while dismounting USB devices. It blinks

white during Direct Copy.

For enclosure models, the red function LED glows when turning the LinkStation on for initial hard drive

installation and blinks after pressing the function button.

3 Function Button

Use this button for Direct Copy, dismounting USB devices, and initializing settings.

4 Power Switch

Move the switch up and down to power the device on and off.

5 USB Port

Compatible USB drives, USB memory devices, digital cameras, and USB printers can be connected. USB hubs

are not supported.

6 LAN Port

Connect to a router, hub, or switch on your Ethernet network with the included Ethernet cable.

7 Link/Act LED

Blinks green when the LinkStation is accessed over the network.

8 Power Connector

Use the included power cable to connect to a surge protector or outlet.

9 Power Status LED

The LED glows green when the power cable is connected.

10 Fan

Spins to prevent overheating inside. Do not block the fan.

11 Anti-Theft Security Slot

Use this slot to secure your LinkStation with a cable lock (not included).

12 Drive 1 Error LED

If there is an error on the drive in slot 1, this LED will light.

13 Drive 2 Error LED

If there is an error on the drive in slot 2, this LED will light.

Turning the LinkStation On and Off

Move the power switch to the on position to turn the device on.

To turn off the LinkStation, move the switch to the off position and wait for the unit to fully shut down before

unplugging it. Don’t unplug the AC adapter without properly shutting down the LinkStation first.

When the power LED turns off, the shutdown process is completed.

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Installing Applications

NAS Navigator2

For Windows or macOS 10.12 and Earlier

1 Go to the d.buffalo website (http://d.buffalo.jp/LS200/) to download the installer.

2 Select the region and model to go to your specific model’s d.buffalo website.

3 Download the NAS Navigator2 installer and install it onto your computer.

For macOS 10.13 and Later

1 Open Mac App Store and search for the NAS Navigator2 app.

2 Click [Get], then [Install].

SmartPhone Navigator

SmartPhone Navigator will allow you to open LinkStation’s Settings, change the IP address, and configure

WebAccess settings. Follow the procedure below to install the application.

1 Open App Store (iOS devices) or Google Play (Android devices).

2 Search for and install“SmartPhone Navigator”.

WebAccess

WebAccess will allow you access files on the LinkStation. Follow the procedure below to install the WebAccess

application.

1 Open App Store (iOS devices) or Google Play (Android devices).

2 Search for and install“WebAccess”.

Settings Up Through Setup Wizard

When you access Settings for the first time, or after initializing the LinkStation’s settings, the setup wizard will

automatically appear. To set up the LinkStation using the wizard, follow the procedure below.

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