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100Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55.8 Setting up an FSG Mail ServerAn e-mail server, or simply mail server, handles e-mails. It is responsible for re

101GB5Setting up an FSG Mail ServerOpen Services -> Mail Server and start the mail server by enabling 'Run Mail Server'. Click'Apply

102Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB51. Enter your name as you would like it to appear in the Sender field. Click 'Next'.2. Enter your e-mail

103GB53. Select whether the e-mails are retrieved via the POP3 or IMAP server and enter yourdynamic DNS hostname under Server (e.g., yourhost.no-up).

104Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55. To complete the configuration, please click 'Finish'.6. To test your configuration, you can now send a

105GB52. An input screen opens where your can type in the Fetchmail information.3. Enter your details for the e-mail account that Fetchmail checks for

106Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB56. Click 'Apply' to finish set-up.Note: 'Fetch and Flush all mail once' is only available if &a

107GB55.10 Port ForwardingPort forwarding allows you to forward ports from clients on the local network to anyport(s) on the FSG that you select. This

108Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55.11 WLAN in Everyday UseTo use the WLAN function on your FSG, please select whichmethod of encryption used by devi

109GB5Example: Setting up a WEP connection1. Go to 'Connections' and then click 'Wireless' on the web interface. This windowcontai

11GBSoftware featuresNetwork transport protocolsTCP/IPNetwork file protocolsMicrosoft Network CIFSClient supportMicrosoft Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP

110Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55.12 Establishing a WLAN connection to your FSG1. Click 'Start', 'Settings', 'Control Pane

111GB5Example: Setting up a wireless ACL filter1. Go to 'Wireless ACL'. Click 'New' to add devices to enabled or restricted.2. On

112Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBAppendix A: CE, FCC and other certificationsCEEN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance. This is to certify that the Free

113GBAppendix B: Preparing LAN for use with the FSGThis appendix provides a description of how to prepare your computer network forconnecting with the

114Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBObtain your TCI/IP configuration via DHCPOnce the TCP/IP protocol has been installed, you need to add certain inform

115GBCheck the TCP/IP properties.Once your PC has been configured and restarted, you can check the TCP/IP configurationusing the utility program winip

116Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB6. Select 'Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), click 'Properties' and check to make sure that'Obtain an

117GB3. Select 'Use a DHCP server' in the 'Configure' field. You may leave the DHCPClient IDfield blank.4. Close System Preference

118Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBAccessing the InternetIf you do not have an Internet account, but still need to access the Internet, you have tosign

119GBAccount dataIf the values are not obtained dynamically from the ISP, you should provide your ISPwith the following basic information on your acco

12Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBRouterPPPoEDHCP clientFixed IPFirewallPort forwardingHardware featuresProcessorIntel XScale IXP42264 MB RAM4 MB Flash

120Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB5. Open the 'Gateway' tab. If an IP address is shown under 'Installed Gateways', writethis down.

121GBAppendix C: Networks and Routing BasicsThis chapter provides an overview of IP networks, routing, and firewalls. This is by nomeans a complete ov

122Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBThis serves the same basic function as a street address. It helps you find out where youcurrently are, while also pr

123GBClass DClass D addresses are used for multicasts, in other word messages sent to multiple hosts.Class D addresses range from 224.0.0.0 to 239.255

124Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBSubnet addressing allows us to split one IP network address into smaller multiplephysical networks known as subnetwo

125GBAppendixIf your local network is not connected to the Internet (for example, when using NAT), youcan assign any IP addresses to your computers wi

126Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBDHCPFirst, most users today have a dynamically given IP address or DHCP address from theirprovider. This means that

127GBAppendixNetwork Address TranslationWhen you visit a website via your computer, your router, or more specifically your NAT,remembers which compute

128Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBMAC Addresses and Address Resolution ProtocolAn IP address alone cannot be used to deliver data from one LAN device

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13GB1Electrical requirementsVoltage: 100 - 240 V DCFrequency: 50 - 60 Hz, single-phaseEnvironmental requirementsOperating temperature: 10 - 45° C (50

14Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB11.2 SoftwareThe Freecom Storage Gateway wizard quickly detects and performs the basic set-up ofyour FSG. When you st

15GB2Chapter 2: Get to Know Your FSGThis chapter describes the lights and mechanical layout of the FSG.2.1 FSG connectors, LEDs and buttonsThe FSG Fro

16Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB21. 2. 3. 5. 6. 7. 10. 4. 11. 8. 9.The FSG Back panelThe back pa

17GB2Get to Know Your FSGFrontDisplaySolid blueFlash regularlyor intermittentlyOFFPOWER (LEDSYNC Button)System bootsOKSystem bootsSystem readyor in St

18Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB2Quick Setup2.2 FSG configuration wizardThe configuration wizard is integrated into the web interface and helps you t

19GB22.2.2 Starting the wizardClick 'Wizard' in the top menu bar.2.2.3 Changing the administrator passwordStart the wizard and then click &a

2Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB© 2006 Freecom TechnologiesCongratulationsCongratulations on your purchase of the Freecom™ Storage Gateway (FSG). The

20Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB22.2.4 Changing date and timeYou can change the date and time on the FSG in this window by simply entering the newval

21GB2Do you want your FSG to have a fixed IP address (WAN port)? If yes, select 'Yes' and press'Next'. If this is not the case, pr

22Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB2Without router (when selecting 'No')If you intend to use your FSG as a router and to access the Internet,

23GB22.2.6 ServicesFSG has several useful services which you can configure in the coming sections.Windows File Sharing (SMB)SMB is used by Windows to

24Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB2FTP serverYou can enable the FTP server and specify whether it can be accessed only internally(within your network)

25GB22.2.7 UsersYou can enter several users with or without a password in this screen. The added usersare able to access the FSG via SMB, HTTP or FTP

26Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB22.2.9 FinishClick 'Finish' to save your settings.2.3 Internet accessIf you have not already set up your In

27GB22.4 Accessing data via SMBWindowsOpen Windows Explorer and enter either\\fsg* or\\192.168.1.1 in the address bar.If you have changed the host nam

28Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB22.5 Accessing data via SMBWindowsOpen Windows Explorer and enter either \\fsg* or \\192.168.1.1in the address bar.If

29GB2Click 'Connect'. You now need to select a shared folder on the next screen. Press OK tocontinue.Enter the workgroup, your username and

3GBTable of ContentsUser manualGeneral Information ...

30Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB2After pressing OK, the FSG is configured and an icon appears on your computer desktop.To access all the FSG folders

31GB22.6 Accessing data via HTTPNote: You have read but not write access with HTTP.Local accessOpen your browser and enter either "http://fsg&quo

32Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB22.7 Accessing data via FTPNote: Not all browsers can upload data via FTP. Those that can includeInternet Explorer an

33GB3Chapter 3: FSG Functions3.1 OverviewFSG Functions Administration Users Administrator Groups Edit user settings Edit group settingsChange admi

34Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB3 Services DHCP Server Dynamic DNS HTTP ServerFile Server (CIFS) FTP Server SSH Server Port Forwarding Setup DHCP se

35GB3FSG Functions Shutdown Reboot Shut DownReboot the FSGShutdown the FSG. Information CopyrightSystem Version DevicesNetwork Wireless Network Show

36Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.2 Administration3.2.1 UsersGo to Administration -> Users.You can manage access privileges to the FSG by creatin

37GB3• To edit the user settings at a later time, click the user followed by the 'Properties'button.• To remove this user, click this entry

38Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.2.2 GroupsGo to Administration -> Groups.Access control for all file access systems (FTP, HTTP and SMB) is stru

39GB33.3 FoldersGo to 'Folders'.The access control for all file retrieval systems (FTP, HTTP and SMB) is based on eithergroup or user access

4Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBGeneral InformationPackage contentsPlease check the contents of the box to ensure it includes following items:• Freeco

40Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.4 Connections3.4.1 LANGo to Connections –> LAN.Here you can set up your connection to the local area network (L

41GB3Options DescriptionRun DHCP Client Enables the DHCP Client option. If the WAN port is con-nected to a DHCP server (e.g., another router), you wil

42Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.4.3 WAN optionsGo to Connections –> WAN Options.ATTENTION: These options are intended for expert users only. On

43GB33.4.4 VPNGo to Connections –> VPN.The VPN connections listed here are shown with name, status, operation, Remote Hostand Remote Net.• If you a

44Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB3Adding a new connectionTo add a new VPN connection, click the 'Add connection' button.Options DescriptionS

45GB33.4.5 WLANWireless LAN (WLAN) is a network structure that does not utilize any cables. WLAN allowsyou to connect your FSG to other WLAN-capable m

46Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB3enable WEP encryption The Wired Equivalent Privacy, or WEP encryption for short,enables you to protect your FSG c

47GB3Administrationencryption You can choose the type of encryption for the selectedkey type from this drop down menu.The following options are availa

48Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB3Open to every client When this option is selected, no type of filtering takesplace. All devices can connect to your

49GB33.5 Services3.5.1 DHCP serverGo to Services –> DHCP Server.The DHCP server is responsible for giving dynamic IP addresses to the computers on

5GBGeneral InformationRelated PublicationsThere is a lot of information available on the internet that can help you achieve what youwant. In this docu

50Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.5.2 Dynamic DNSGo to Services -> Dynamic DNS.Dynamic Domain Name System gives the ability to provide an officia

51GB3Configuration3.5.3 HTTP ServerGo to Services -> HTTP Server.Use these settings to configure the web server. The web server in use is a version

52Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB3Web Front Pages and AliasesGo to Services -> HTTP Server -> Configuration -> New.Options ExplanationName En

53GB3ConfigurationWeb Page AliasesOptions ExplanationName Enter a name for your alias.Alias Enter a name used to access your alias (e.g., music) if y

54Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.5.4 File Server (CIFS)Go to Services -> File Server (CIFS).You can enable Windows File Sharing for the outside

55GB3Configuration3.5.5 FTP ServerGo to Services -> FTP Server.This is a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) based server.Options Explanationrun FTP serve

56Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.5.6 SSH ServerGo to Services -> SSH Server.The SSH server is a secure terminal client that can be used to perfo

57GB3Configuration3.5.7 Port forwardingGo to Services -> Port forwarding.Port forwarding is a type of NAT (Network Address Translation). It permits

58Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.5.8 Mail serverSelect Services -> Mail Server.The mail server allows you to set up provider independent e-mail

59GB3Explanation of Configuration OptionsTo set up Fetchmail, click 'New' in the 'Fetchmail Account Configuration' section. Younee

6Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBSystem RequirementsThe following hardware and software requirements must be fulfilled to ensure trouble-free operation

60Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.5.9 SQL serverGo to Services -> SQL Server.The SQL server allows you to create and manage databases via SQL. In

61GB3Explanation of Configuration Options3.5.10 Media serverOpen Services -> Media Server.Options ExplanationEnable Media Server Activate the media

62Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.6 ConfigurationIt is possible to save and restore all FSG user settings.Note: Please do not save your user setting

63GB3Explanation of Configuration Options3.6.2 Restore ConfigurationOpen Configuration -> Restore Configuration.This window offers you the option o

64Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.6.3 Reset configurationOpen Configuration -> Reset Configuration.Please click the reset button to reset the fac

65GB33.7 Hardware3.7.1 Date & TimeOpen Hardware -> Date & Time.You may change the date and time on the FSG here. You may change the setting

66Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.7.2 Update firmwareOpen Hardware -> Update Firmware.Here you can update the firmware. New firmware usually fixe

67GB33.7.3 Hard driveOpen Hardware -> Harddrive.You can configure any hard drive setting in this window.Spin-down timeHard drives are devices with

68Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.7.4 Fan controlOpen Hardware -> Fan Control.This option allows you to adjust the fan speed. Reducing the fan sp

69GB33.8 InformationThis is the information menu. It contains diagnostics data and general information.3.8.1 CopyrightOpen Information -> Copyright

7GBSafety precautionsPrecautionary measuresTo ensure that your Freecom FSG functions properly, please take note of the followingprecautions. If these

70Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.8.3 VersionOpen Information -> Version.This window displays information on the operating system and firmware co

71GB3Explanation of Configuration Options3.8.4 DevicesOpen Information -> Devices.This dialog box displays a list of attached devices. Click '

72Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.8.5 NetworkOpen Information -> Network.Both LAN and WAN (internet) Network information is found here for the FS

73GB33.8.6 LogsOpen Information -> Logs.If you encounter problems with you FSG, you can use the log file recording option tolocate the issue.The FS

74Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB33.9 ShutdownThis screen allows you to reboot or shutdown the FSG. (You can then safely unplug thedevice from the pow

75GB43.9.2 Shut DownOpen Shutdown -> Shut Down.The FSG shuts down when you press the 'Shutdown' button. When all the lights on thedevice

76Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB44.1 InstallationPlease place the Manual & Application CD on the tray. It contains user manuals andsoftware, incl

77GB44.2.1 Configure basic settings of your Freecom Storage GatewayIn this screen, you can set an IP address, subnet mask, device name and workgroup n

78Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB44.2.3 Adding and removing network drivesYou can assign a drive letter to shared folders on your FSG. This allows you

79GB44.2.5 Start recovery procedureThis procedure can reset and repair an FSG to factory default settings if you cannotaccess your FSG anymore. Your u

8Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GBAdvantages of the Freecom Storage Gateway FSGThe Freecom Storage Gateway is the perfect solution for home and small bu

80Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB4Note: After recovery, all user data is still available on the FSG. To avoidproblems, the administrator should backup

81GB5Chapter 5: FSG in everyday use5.1 WAN or internet connection setupNext to using the FSG as a standalone router and NAS and connecting computers a

82Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB5Subnet mask: Enter the subnet mask of your router (example:255.255.255.0).Standard Gateway: IP address of your route

83GB5Using DHCPAn alterative to using a fixed IP address is assigning your FSG a dynamic IP address throughyour router. You will need to enable your r

84Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB5Note: The FSG DynDNS options do not function when using the FSGbehind a router. Please check your router's DynD

85GB55.1.3 Connecting the FSG WAN port to a modemTo use the internet through your FSG, you will need to setup the FSG with the configu-ration informat

86Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55.2 Dynamic DNSA DynDNS entry allows you to access a computer using a dynamic IP address at any timeunder the same d

87GB51.2 Press 'Sign-up now!' located next to the Login button. Enter the required informationon the next page and click 'Sign-up now!&

88Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB5Note: To set up a homepage on your FSG, you will require two hosts, oneto access the FSG configuration and the other

89GB5Setting up web front pages• Add a new folder in the FSG configuration window (example: Homepage).• Select 'New' under 'Services&ap

9GBFirewallThe integrated firewall protects your data from hackers.eSATA interfaceConnect an external SATA drive such as a hard drive and increase you

90Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55.4 Setting up a printerWindows: Installing a USB printerTo install a USB printer, connect the printer to one of the

91GB5Mac OS X: Installing a USB printerTo install a USB printer, connect the printer to one of the USB host ports on the FSG.Check to make sure the FS

92Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB56. You can enter additional information on the printer in the 'Name' and 'Location' fields.7. Se

93GB55.5 SSH ServerThe SSH server is a secure terminal client that can be used to perform advancedconfigurations. Please use this only where absolutel

94Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55.5.2 Connecting with the SSH server for WindowsInstall an SSH client (e.g., PuTTY) and start it. Enter your FSG&apo

95GB5Linux/Mac OS XOpen the console window or start 'Terminal' (Mac OS X). You now need to type in:ssh FSG_IP –l adminFSG_IP = IP address of

96Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55.6 Connecting External Drivers (USB, SATA)5.6.1 USBFor more information on attached external USB mass storage devic

97GB5File systemsThe attached USB device has use in a file system format supported by the FSG. Thesupported file systems are:FAT32NTFS (read-only acce

98Freecom Storage Gateway (FSG)GB55.7 Setting up Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a computer network that uses a publ

99GB5SHA1Secure Hash Algorithm (SHA) is the term used to describe a group of standardizedcryptographic hash functions.Working together with the Nation