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goflex home is remote access

by Mrs. Anahi Feeney PhD Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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GoFlex Home Remote Access will be shut off December 31st, 2018. All other GoFlex Home features should continue to work on your local network. The data on the device should not be deleted or altered in any way. Only the remote access feature will be discontinued.

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When will GoFlex home remote access be shut off?

This article is for informational purposes only and no longer being updated by Seagate. GoFlex Home Remote Access will be shut off December 31st, 2018. All other GoFlex Home features should continue to work on your local network. The data on the device should not be deleted or altered in any way. Only the remote access feature will be discontinued.

Is the GoFlex home network storage system a good NAS server?

The GoFlex Home Network Storage System is a good performing, simple NAS server that is compatible with Seagate's GoFlex Desk external hard drives. It supports Macs and PCs and works as a print server. The GoFlex Home doesn't support GoFlex Desk drives larger than 2TB.

What is the GoFlex home and is it worth it?

Instead, the GoFlex Home purports to offer a reasonably priced, user-friendly single drive solution to those wanting network-attached storage for backing up and sharing files. Slightly strangely the GoFlex Home comes in two parts, a dock and a removable section housing the device’s storage.

How do I back up my GoFlex data?

In File Explorer right click on This PC, Map Network Drive. The name of the share is \GOFLEX_HOME\GoFlex Home Backup . Put in the credentials (user and password) from when you first set up the GoFlex.

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How do I access my GoFlex home without software?

Note: If you would like to activate GoFlex Home without installing the included software, open a browser and enter http://goflex_home or http:// in the Address field to start the setup process. Make sure the GoFlex Home is connected to your network before proceeding.

How do you open a GoFlex home?

1:003:15How to Open a Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk External Hard Drive ...YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWe need to find the side that we can get under the side insert the spudger to a point where we canMoreWe need to find the side that we can get under the side insert the spudger to a point where we can separate. The two sides of the case. And loosen up the hinges.

How do I setup my Seagate GoFlex home?

0:056:04Installing the Seagate GoFlex Home - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNetwork and allows you to continuously backup up to three computers Mac and PC on a continuous mintMoreNetwork and allows you to continuously backup up to three computers Mac and PC on a continuous mint basis through your wireless network and it also has a USB plug where you can connect a USB printer.

How do I use GoFlex?

0:011:04Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex - Using BOTH a PC and a Mac TutorialYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd drop all your content or run the backup app and put your backup on the drive unplug. The driveMoreAnd drop all your content or run the backup app and put your backup on the drive unplug. The drive and take it over to your Mac plug. It in again via any of the cables that you want to use.

How do I access my GoFlex hard drive?

The GoFlex drive comes preloaded with software for a Mac, a Windows PC, or both....Connecting to a Windows computer:Connect the drive to the computer.Open (My) Computer to access the GoFlex drive.Drag files to the GoFlex drive (see Document ID: 206419 for more information).

How do I access my Seagate hard drive?

Double-click to open (My) Computer/This PC. Look for the Seagate External drive in (My) Computer/This PC. It will be a drive letter, like E: or F: (unless you have changed it). Double-click on the external drive.

How do I connect my GoFlex home directly to my computer?

Directly connect your device to the back of your computer using an ethernet cable....GoFlexHome:Open the Seagate Dashboard software.Click on Preferences.This will open a webpage. ... Scroll down to Server Preferences.Click on LAN Connection.More items...

How do I connect my Seagate GoFlex?

1:345:08GoFlex Satellite - Getting Started - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipBegin by removing the protective cover from your go flex satellite connect the included USB adapterMoreBegin by removing the protective cover from your go flex satellite connect the included USB adapter to the device. Now plug the go flex satellite into an available USB port.

How do I find my Seagate IP address?

Please follow this procedure to find the IP address of your Seagate Central in Windows:Press the Windows key + R.In the Run window, type: cmd.Press Enter.In the command prompt window, type: ping seagate-XXXXXX. (XXXXXX is the last six digits of the MAC on the Seagate Central label)Press Enter.

How do I connect my GoFlex home to Windows 10?

To get the FreeAgent GoFlex Home NAS to work under Windows 10, try the following: In Control Panel, Network and Sharing Center, Change Advanced Sharing Settings, check Turn on Network Discovery and Turn on File and Printer Sharing (not sure if the latter is necessary).

How do I use a free agent drive?

Left-click, and hold, on one specific file....Copy and Paste:Locate the file(s) you would like to copy or backup.Right-click or Control-Click on the file and select "Copy".Open the external drive from the Desktop by double-clicking on it.Right-click or Control-Click in a blank area on the drive and select "Paste".

What is a Seagate GoFlex desk adapter?

The GoFlex Desk external drive with its preloaded software delivers high-capacity storage and automatic, continuous backup with encryption for all your files. The included plug-and-play USB 2.0 adapter makes it easy to connect to your PC or Mac® computer and it displays the drive's available storage capacity.

How do I reset my Seagate goflex home?

Power the drive off using the power button on the side of the drive. Wait for the drive to be complete powered off, then wait about 30 seconds. Power the drive back on. Once the WiFi LED is on and solid, the drive should be reset and ready to go.

How do I use my Seagate goflex external hard drive?

0:011:15Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Storage System Tutorial - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWith this standard USB 2.0 drive all you have to do is remove the USB 2.0 cable grab. The cable youMoreWith this standard USB 2.0 drive all you have to do is remove the USB 2.0 cable grab. The cable you want in this case USB 3.0 plug it in and now this Drive is USB 3.0.

How do I connect my Seagate goflex?

1:345:08GoFlex Satellite - Getting Started - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipBegin by removing the protective cover from your go flex satellite connect the included USB adapterMoreBegin by removing the protective cover from your go flex satellite connect the included USB adapter to the device. Now plug the go flex satellite into an available USB port.

How do I find my Seagate IP address?

Please follow this procedure to find the IP address of your Seagate Central in Windows:Press the Windows key + R.In the Run window, type: cmd.Press Enter.In the command prompt window, type: ping seagate-XXXXXX. (XXXXXX is the last six digits of the MAC on the Seagate Central label)Press Enter.

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How to set up Goflex Home?

Setting up the GoFlex Home is a simple affair, requiring only that you supply a name for the device itself, as well as a username and password for accessing it. The device name should be made something memorable, as you need this to connect to the NAS remotely via the Seagate Share website. Once the GoFlex Home is set-up you can remove the Seagate Share application and simply manage the NAS through the web interface, which is simple, but intuitively laid out and offers all the functionality you’ll need.

What is the removable part of Goflex Home?

The removable part of the GoFlex Home is, unsurprisingly, little more than a plastic casing around a standard 3.5in hard drive, to the extent that the connection to the dock is simply a gap in the casing, exposing the SATA port of the hard drive within. A few retention clips ensure that it’s not just the SATA connection holding the drive in place, with a little help from the drive’s mass, and gravity.

How many users can you have on Goflex?

A seemingly arbitrary limitation of the GoFlex Home is that Seagate limits the device to only three users, unless you purchase a subscription to its Seagate Share Pro service. However, although some will take umbrage with this limitation we doubt any GoFlex Home buyer is likely to need to use it with more than three people – bearing in mind multiple computers can connect using the same user name, albeit without password-protect separate storage areas.

How much does a Goflex home cost?

For most users, we think the £87, 1TB GoFlex Home should offer sufficient storage. A 2TB unit will cost you just under £125, which is a significant increase; even if it isn’t too much out of line with the difference between a 1TB and 2TB drive purchased separately. We think that anyone needing more storage than that should be looking at a full-fledged, RAID-supporting NAS system.

Can you hook up an external hard drive to Goflex?

The latter means you can hook up an external hard drive in order either to augment the GoFlex Home’s own, or for backing up your important data.

Can you use Goflex on Mac?

On Windows you’ve the option to use that OS’ own built-in backup suite (which is far less slick than Time Machine), or you can install Memeo Instant Backup, which is installed along with the GoFlex Home’s management software, or found separately on-disk.

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