Introduction
Introduction
Introduction
d2 Network 2
2big Network 2 2.2 (upgrade here)
5big Network 2
This manual will guide you through the process of connecting the 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 Update
Product Operating System).
BOX CONTENT
Product
Ethernet cable
Power supply
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
■ Computer with an Ethernet network adapter
■ Latest version of Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows Vista 64-bit, Windows 7 / Mac® OS X 10.5, 10.6,
10.7 / Linux 2.6
■ Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended
■ Ethernet switch or router
■ Web browsers: Internet Explorer™ 7.0 / 8.0 Firefox™ 3.0, Safari™ 3.0, or Chrome 2.0 or higher
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.
Front View
1. Button and Activity LED: The blue button stays on to show disk activity (unless you turn it off using the
Dashboard, the administration tool) and can also be configured to put it to sleep or wake it from sleep. For
details, see Power Button Functions and Dashboard - Eco Management.
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Rear View
d2 Network 2
1. ON/OFF
2. Gigabit Ethernet
3. USB 2.0 Expansion
4. Power Connector
5. eSATA Expansion
6. USB 2.0 Direct Connection
7. Kensington Lock Slot
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2big Network 2
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5big Network 2
The multi-function front LED/button allows you to activate/deactivate sleep mode and reset to default.
■ Activate deep sleep mode: If Deep Sleep Mode is enabled in Dashboard - Eco Management, click the
blue button.
■ Wake from sleep mode: Press the blue button.
To wake the drive from Deep Sleep Mode, press the blue button or use the Wake on LAN function in the LaCie
Network Assistant (see Wake on LAN) (see also Dashboard - Eco Management).
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