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- IOMEGA MHNDHD DIRECT ACCESS SERIAL NUMBER
- IOMEGA MHNDHD DIRECT ACCESS PORTABLE
- IOMEGA MHNDHD DIRECT ACCESS SOFTWARE
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IOMEGA MHNDHD DIRECT ACCESS SERIAL NUMBER
Rather, you must download the Iomega Protection Suite (an iConnect serial number is required for access), which includes EMC Retrospect and Retrospect HD for Windows (only the former for the Mac), for whole-disk backup and Iomega’s QuikProtect utility (Windows & Mac) for simple file-level backups.
IOMEGA MHNDHD DIRECT ACCESS SOFTWARE
Backups and Data TransferĪs with most NAS devices, you get backup software with the iConnect, though in this case you won’t actually find it in the box. Once you have accounts set up, you can configure particular storage devices-though not individual folders– to allow read/write or read only access for certain users. Activating the iConnect’s security feature gives you the ability create user accounts, with an administrative option to provide access to the device’s settings as well as data. Speaking of advanced configuration, since the iConnect comes with security disabled, by default it provides unfettered public access to all attached storage (a configuration which is probably sufficient for many). The iConnect’s browser-based interface is simple and well-organized with five tabs, including Home and Dashboard tabs which provide convenient access to frequently used tasks so you don’t have to delve too far into menus except for certain advanced configuration chores.
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To use the iConnect’s built-in Wi-Fi (n/g/b), you must first connect via wired to complete the aforementioned wizard and then reboot the device to continue configuration. After powering up the device, connecting the network cable, and attaching USB devices (we used a mixture of hard drives and flash storage) you can use the Iomega Storage Manager Windows/Mac utility to discover the device or head straight to its IP address in a browser and proceed through an extremely short setup wizard which names the device, sets the time, and collects e-mail contact info (if you want to receive problem alerts). Getting the iConnect functional on a basic level is quick and easy, particularly if you’re sticking to Ethernet as the connection method and don’t need to limit access to shared storage. Irrespective of their location, all of the iConnect’s USB ports can accommodate either storage devices or printers, and up to two of the latter simultaneously. While the abundance of USB ports is a definite plus, having most of them up front can make for messy cable clutter when connecting hard drives rather than flash storage, so we think most users would have much preferred a slightly taller design with all but one of the ports in back.
IOMEGA MHNDHD DIRECT ACCESS PLUS
The iConnect has a sleek, low-profile black plastic case (6.3W x 5.1D x 1H, in inches) with three USB ports on the front plus a fourth on the back alongside Gigabit Ethernet and AC power connectors. Instead, the iConnect focuses primarily on local network availability (though it does do remote access too) and adds features like integrated Wi-Fi and printer support. The iConnect has no internal storage of its own conceptually, it’s similar to the CloudEngines PogoPlug, but doesn’t have the PogoPlug’s emphasis on remote access and sharing. With Iomega’s $100 iConnect Wireless Data Station, on the other hand, sundry USB devices can transform into Network Attached Storage, ensuring their contents are accessible from multiple computers.
IOMEGA MHNDHD DIRECT ACCESS PORTABLE
Pros: four USB ports with support for both storage and printers internal Wi-Fi N/G adapter Ĭons: limited media streaming configuration options remote access requires payment after the first yearĪlmost everyone has at least a few USB hard or flash devices lying around to use as supplemental or portable storage, but they’re not that handy for sharing data unless you’re willing to carry them around and plug them into every computer you visit.