User Manual for WD My Cloud PR4100 4-Bay NAS Enclosure Click to enlarge the picture
Contents of the user manual for the WD My Cloud PR4100 4-Bay NAS
- Product category: NAS Enclosures WD
- Brand: WD
- Description and content of package
- Technical information and basic settings
- Frequently asked questions – FAQ
- Troubleshooting (does not switch on, does not respond, error message, what do I do if...)
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Product description Store, Deliver, and Transcode with the New WD My Cloud Pro Read More - MyCloud ProSeries Overview
The My Cloud PR4100 4-Bay NAS Enclosure from WD features four bays that can house your drives as well as a video transcoding engine, which tailors the video quality to the device. The My Cloud PR4100 provides you with a variety of downloadable apps to create a streaming HD media server with Plex, edit and share content with cloud services, and set up a surveillance system with Milestone Arcus. WD has armed this NAS enclosure with a 1.6 GHz quad-core Intel Pentium N3710 processor along with 4GB of DDR3L RAM to manage your data and configure the drives in a RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, or JBOD array. Having access to four drives, you can set them up in RAID 5 or 10, which enhances the drive's performance while providing redundancy for your data.
This NAS enclosure is outfitted with two Gigabit Ethernet ports and dual power ports to provide continuous access to your files, photos, and other content. Other notable ports included with the My Cloud PR4100 are three USB 3.0 ports that allow you to share devices or back up with external storage drives. Aside from ports, it comes with SmartWare Pro software and supports Time Machine for a quick and effective solution to create a continuous, automatic backup system. Furthermore, password protection and AES 256-bit volume encryption are on board to protect sensitive files. - Performance
- Equipped with an Intel Pentium N3710 quad-core 1.6 GHz processor, the My Cloud Pro series NAS provides you with the power you need to transcode your media on the fly. Along with 4GB of DDR3L RAM, you are provided with the power and efficiency to stream in high definition, access photos quickly, and share content seamlessly.
- Smooth Video Streaming
- My Cloud PR4100 comes with built-in hardware transcoding, so your video is prepared for streaming through the Plex media server whenever you need it. With Plex, your media is enhanced with the appropriate descriptions, artwork, and metadata through an easy interface, so you can find and stream your favorite content to your PC, Mac, smart TV, or a supported mobile device.
- Centralized Storage
- Improve your workflow and organize your files, photos, and entire media collections in a single location with My Cloud PR4100. By centralizing your content on this high-capacity NAS, you're able to keep everything you need ready for access whenever you need it. Moreover, you can access or stream media anywhere with a supported device by utilizing MyCloud.com or the My Cloud mobile app.
- Quick and Easy Setup
- Featuring My Cloud OS 3, My Cloud PR4100 makes device setup simple and intuitive. Using a web-based installation process, My Cloud PR4100 is automatically found and installed through a robust device manager, letting you control and monitor your storage at home or from the road.
- Comprehensive Data Protection
- My Cloud PR4100 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 as well as JBOD and spanning configurations, for added performance or data mirroring options. Password protection and AES 256-bit volume encryption help make sure your content is kept away from prying eyes. Combined with dual power ports that include an auto failover mode for continuous performance, your data is safe.
- Backups
- My Cloud PR4100 offers several backup alternatives, so you always have a solution for your exact requirements. With WD SmartWare Pro software, you're able to create a continuous, automatic backup system for your PC. Apple Time Machine is fully supported as well, so you're able to easily back up all your Mac computers. You can even use a separate My Cloud device to create an offsite copy of your data.
- Synchronized Content
- Make sure all your favorite content is accessible from anywhere with WD Sync. This WD software synchronizes your content across all your computers, so you have a quick and effective solution to both access and save across multiple computers.
- Creative Collaboration
- My Cloud PR4100 lets you easily share individual photos and videos, or entire folders, from anywhere. Stream content for quick feedback from a client, or create a shared folder with user permissions to let your entire team access, edit, and save content from the office or in the field.
- Apps
- Customize the My Cloud PR4100 with a variety of downloadable apps to create a unique cloud experience that meets your specific needs. Create a streaming HD media server with Plex, edit and share projects with Dropbox, and set up a private surveillance system with Milestone Arcus, and more.
UPC: 718037845791 In the Box WD My Cloud PR4100 4-Bay NAS Enclosure Ethernet Cable Power Supply Power Cable Limited 2-Year Warranty Brochure PDF 319.4kb Table of Contents
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Technical parametersWD WDBNFA0000NBK-NESN Specs | | | Media Card Slots | None | | Connections | 3 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gb/s)) 2 x RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | | | | Total Raw Capacity | None | | Type | None | | Flash Memory | None | | | | Processor | Intel Pentium N3710 Quad-Core | | Clock Speed | Base: 1.6GHz / Maximum Boost: 2.56 GHz | | Total Installed Memory | 4 GB DDR3L | | Total Memory Slots | 2 x SO-DIMM | | Maximum Memory Capacity | 16 GB | | | | OS Compatibility | Windows 7 Windows 8 Windows 10 macOS 10.8 macOS 10.9 macOS 10.10 macOS 10.11 | | Supported Browsers | Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari | | | | AC Input Power | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz | | | | Operating Temperature | 32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C | | Storage Temperature | -40 to 158°F / -40 to 70°C | | | | Dimensions | 9.1 x 6.7 x 7.6" / 231.1 x 170.2 x 193.0 mm | | Weight | 7.6 lb / 3.5 kg | | | | Package Weight | 12.0 lb | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 13.937 x 10.472 x 9.449" |
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