Western Digital My Cloud EX4 User Manual - Manual (Page 15)

GETTING STARTED
10 WD MY CLOUD EX4 PERSONAL CLOUD STORAGE
USER MANUAL
Follow the steps below to connect the WD My Cloud EX4 Personal Cloud Storage device to
a home or small office network.
1. Using the provided Ethernet cable, connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the
Ethernet port located on the back of the device.
2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable directly into a router or network switch port.
3. Using the provided power adapter, connect one end of the adapter into the power
supply socket on the back of the device.
4. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet. The unit powers up automatically.
5. When the LED on your device turns a solid blue, click Next on your computer page.
LCD
The LCD on the front of the WD My Cloud EX4 device displays information that make using
and maintaining your device easier. This includes:
 Status Messages
 Device name
 IP address
 Current firmware version
 Fan speed
 Drive status
Important: To avoid overheating, make sure the device is upright as shown in
the illustration above and nothing is blocking or covering the slots
and openings on the top and bottom of the device. In the event of
overheating, the device will perform a safe shutdown, interrupting
all processes currently being performed. If this occurs, data may
be lost.
Important: We recommend that you use the enclosed Ethernet cable for best
performance.
Important: Wait for the WD My Cloud EX4 device to finish powering up
(approximately three minutes) before configuring it. You will know
it is ready when the LED stops flashing and turns blue.