Remote-access Guide

remote access drobo

by Veronica Bins III Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Can you access Drobo remotely?

DroboAccess allows secure and encrypted remote access so that files are always accessible anywhere, at any time, and on any device. Users can access files from a web browser, or directly from a mobile device using a dedicated iOS or Android app.

How do I access a Drobo?

Once you've opened up your firewall, you can access your Drobo using an IP address. If you wanted to have a nice friendly web address to use, you need to buy a web domain, and associate it with the Drobo.

Did Drobo go out of business?

The store on drobo.com still lists all Drobos as 'sold out' as of August 2020.

How do I connect to a Drobo share?

By doing this, you make the share accessible from your operating system.In Drobo Dashboard, select the appropriate Drobo 5N on the All Drobos page.Click the Shares option on the Navigation menu.To mount a share, select the check box in the Mount column next to the appropriate share.More items...

Why can't I see my Drobo?

Mac/Windows: If Drobo Dashboard still does not discover the device, reboot the Drobo. Press the power toggle button on the Drobo once to turn it off. Wait for it to shut down (no lights on.) Press the power button on the Drobo again to turn it back on.

How do I find my Drobo MAC address?

 MAC Address – the MAC address for your Drobo 5N on the network....In Drobo Dashboard on the All Drobos page, select the appropriate Drobo 5N.Click the Status option on the Navigation menu. The Status page opens.Select the Network Information option from the Status Information drop-down list.

Is Drobo dead?

– My Drobo died in November of 2019 just before the pandemic hit. For nearly 2 years now I've been unable to make contact with anyone from Drobo in either email or by phone. The website says “sold out” on all models.

Who bought Drobo?

StorCentricStorCentric acquired Drobo and Nexsan in August of 2018 to provide a robust portfolio of storage solutions with a broad and feature rich product line.

What is up with Drobo?

All Drobo products have been out of stock or severely inventory constrained in both the Drobo Store and retail channels since the beginning of 2020. Drobo initially blamed this on supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

How do I connect Drobo to Windows?

Right click on Network to and select Map Network. Enter Drobo Name or Drobo IP Address then Share Name. Choose the drive letter you want. Click Finish and you are done.

How do I connect my Drobo to my Mac?

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How do I reset my Drobo 5n?

In Drobo Dashboard on the All Drobos page, select the Drobo device which you would like to reset, and then click the Tools option from the Navigation menu. The Tools page for that Drobo device opens. 2. In the Drobo Reset area, click the Drobo Reset option.

How do I connect my Drobo to my Mac?

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What is a Drobo drive?

Drobo devices are primarily designed to allow installation and removal of hard disk drives without requiring manual data migration, for increasing storage capacity of the unit without downtime, and for data protection against drive failure.

How do I install apps on Drobo?

Click the Drobo Apps link in the left column and then select Plex from the list of Drobo Apps. Click the Install button to begin the installation process. Plex will be automatically downloaded from Drobo and installed on the 5N.

Does Drobo work with Linux?

Drobo-utils is a set of linux tools to query and manage Data Robotics Drobo storage systems.

What is plex server?

Plex: The Plex media server streams your media to network capable connected devices. Watch movies, listen to your favorite music, and display your photos on connected TVs and devices via the Plex App. App available through Drobo Dashboard.

What are drobo apps?

With over a hundred apps to choose from, DroboApps are a set of applications that extend the capabilities of Drobo NAS devices. When installed, DroboApps provide even more features for your Drobo. By partnering with strategic application vendors and solution providers we are able to offer functionality that greatly enhances your experience and what you can do with your Drobo. DroboApps are simple to configure and manage, and can be installed within Drobo Dashboard. Applications like Plex, and Elephant Drive provide the ability to remotely access files, back up to the cloud, and serve media from anywhere on any device. DroboApps Online User Guide

What is ElephantDrive app?

ElephantDrive: A cloud service that allows users to backup, archive and keep versions of their work . Easily manage and share files using the ElephantDrive web portal. App available through Drobo Dashboard.

What is Koken app?

Koken: Koken is content management and web site publishing for photographers . Your images are your most important asset. Koken treats them with the attention they deserve by including a full-featured management interface that looks and feels like a desktop application. App available through Drobo Dashboard.

What is mydrobo?

myDrobo provides end-to-end secure access to select services on your Drobo from the public internet.

What is a modoboa mailserver?

Modoboa Mailserver: Is a full featured email server package. It uses Postfix for SMTP and Dovecot for IMAP. The backend database is SQLite and the front-end is served by Modoboa’s elegant user interface. App available through Drobo Dashboard.

What is BitTorrent Sync?

BitTorrent Sync: Sync uses peer-to-peer technology to provide fast, private file sharing for teams and individuals. By skipping the cloud, transfers can be significantly faster because files take the shortest path between devices. Sync does not store your information on servers in the cloud, avoiding cloud privacy concerns. Install Sync on your Drobo 5N to automatically keep all your folders in Sync continuously available through your Drobo.

What is Drobo storage?

Drobo is the ideal storage solution for storing your files. Are you still using external hard drives that will eventually fail? Drobo protects your most valuable assets by storing your data redundantly across hard drives within the Drobo, so when a drive fails, your data is safe. Drobo is the easiest to use storage solution on the market, and as an essential piece of the backup process, provides protection of data and easy expandability in one unit. Remember, you should always follow the 3-2-1 Backup Rule, have 3 copies of your data, 2 on different storage media and one offsite. As a backup solution, Drobo will protect your data if you lose your original data on your primary storage media. Drobo is flexible, use Drobo as your primary storage solution along with a second Drobo as your backup solution. When more storage space is needed, simply add another drive, or replace a drive with a larger one. With Drobo, storage expertise is not required to ensure your data is always safe and protected.

What is a Drobo app?

Network attached Drobos provide a simple and safe way to share and remotely access your personal information. Assign user permissions and access to your Drobo for added security and peace of mind. DroboApps extend the functionality of network attached Drobos. Use DroboPix to automatically upload and organize photos and videos seamlessly to your Drobo. Simply walk into your home or office for the automatic uploads to occur. DroboAccess allows access to your data anywhere, anytime through a secure and encrypted network. This allows Drobo consumers to quickly and easily setup their own private cloud storage solution with the ability to view documents from a web browser or from the DroboAccess mobile app for iOS or Android. You can also use other 3rd party apps to extend the functionality of your Drobo.

How many copies of Drobo backup?

Remember, you should always follow the 3-2-1 Backup Rule, have 3 copies of your data, 2 on different storage media and one offsite. As a backup solution, Drobo will protect your data if you lose your original data on your primary storage media.

What software to use to create a personal cloud?

Use Drobo and Pogoplug Software to Create a Personal Cloud

How to view folders in Pogoplug?

In the Pogoplug Preferences window, click the Remote Access tabto view a list of the current folders selected for remote access.

What is premium access on Drobo?

NOTE:Premium access allows you to stream content from your Drobo storage device anywhere in the world, including to mobile devices, for greater functionality and freedom of access to your data. It is available for a one-time fee.

How to share a cloud?

To share your personal cloud, from the initial screen shown in steps 1 and 2, select collaboration and enter an email address to invite and enable collaboration. You can also send a link to specific individuals. Note that for collaboration or to accept links, recipients must have a Pogoplug account.

How to find my personal cloud?

In a web browser, go to my.pogoplug.com/ and log into your account. Once you’re logged in, the added locations for your personal cloud are displayed.

Can you add files to Pogoplug?

The steps in this section can be used to add additional files to your personal cloud that were not configured during the initial installation of Pogoplug Remote Access Software. The configuration for Mac OS computer follows a similar flow, though you access commands from the menu bar and not the system tray.

Can you back up Drobo to Pogoplug?

NOTE ON BACKUP:The data in the location(s) selected for remote access will not be backed up offsite to the Pogoplug Cloud following these instructions provided so far in this document. These instructions enable remote access and download of your files. If you want to back up your data to the Pogoplug Cloud, see the section entitled, “Syncing data from your Drobo to the Pogoplug Cloud.”

Photography with Drobo

The creation and distribution of digital media requires extensive collaboration across many production and post-production teams. Nexsan’s portfolio supports the ever-growing needs with higher resolution video. We have your storage and workflow needs of the media lifecycle covered from video ingest through post-production editing and archiving.

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