Using the nas server's storage – AirLive NAS-235 User Manual

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4. Client PC Setup

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4.3. Using the NAS Server's Storage

To use the NAS Server's storage, you should "Map" a drive letter to each folder on the NAS

folder, which you wish to access. The "Network Drive" will then be available to all Windows

programs. The procedure is as follows:

1. Open Network Neighborhood (or My Network Places).

On the "View" menu, select Details. The Comment column will now be visible.

2. Locate the NAS, as shown below.

If it is not listed, double-click Entire Network. Then double-click the Workgroup that the

NAS is in. (By default, the NAS is in Workgroup.)


Network Browse

1. Double click on the NAS icon. You will then see a list of shares (shared folders). You

can read and write files to these shares, unless the NAS administrator has blocked

access.

2. To create a shortcut to an NAS folder, drag its icon to the desktop, and accept Windows

offer to create a shortcut.

Mapping a Network Drive

You can give a share (shared folder) on the NAS a drive letter on your PC; such as "F:"

This is called "mapping" the drive letter. To do this, follow this procedure:

1. Right-click on the desired share on the NAS.

2. On the pop-up menu, select "Map Network Drive..."

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