Remote-access Guide

western digital remote access

by Eda Turner Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How can I access WD my Cloud remotely?

You can also access the My Cloud remotely via iOS devices and Android devices via the WD My Cloud and WD Photo apps for both devices. If you are trying to access the WD My Cloud through the WD2Go.com site so you can use Windows Explorer then you MUST ensure you have the latest version of Java installed and that Java is configured...

What is Western Digital’s new remote access policy?

On April 15 next year, Western Digital will turn off remote access to devices not running OS 5, as well as no longer providing security updates or technical support for them. It's also recommended that owners back up their device and disconnect it from the internet for safety. Sorry, the video player failed to load.

Why won't Western Digital support my Cloud OS 5 anymore?

Western Digital has decided it will only offer support and updates for My Cloud OS 5 from now on, because there are critical security updates "that are only available for My Cloud OS 5-compatible devices."

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How do I access my WD NAS remotely?

Power up the My Cloud device.Connect the My Cloud device to a router.Setup your administrator username & password for local account access.Enter the info you would like to use for the MyCloud.com account in order to access your My Cloud from a remote location.More items...

How do I access my WD dashboard?

Access the My Cloud device web Dashboard. To open your My Cloud web Dashboard: Windows: open a web browser and type in //devicename (or device IP address) to the web address bar. Mac OSX: open a web browser and type in //devicename.

Can I access WD My Cloud from anywhere?

With the My Cloud Home app, you can access, upload and share your content from anywhere with an internet connection.

Is WD My Cloud discontinued?

After Jan. 15, 2022, remote access, security updates and technical support will no longer be available for My Cloud OS 3. For customers with only My Cloud OS 3-compatible devices, Western Digital plans to end all support for prior generations on April 15, 2022.

How do I access my WD My Cloud by IP?

You can access these by opening http://192.168.1.1 or http://192.168.0.1 in your browser. The default IP, username, and password can also be found in the user manual of your router.

How do I connect my WD My Cloud directly to my computer?

0:422:55Connect WD My Cloud or NAS Directly to a Mac or Windows PC ...YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipYou're going to need to set a static IP on the my cloud as well as on the Windows Device. So whatMoreYou're going to need to set a static IP on the my cloud as well as on the Windows Device. So what you would do is pop into your settings. Look for network. And then go from DHCP to static.

How do I access my cloud home from my computer?

2:573:47How to Setup WD My Cloud for Windows - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNow i'll launch the my cloud desktop. Application once i connected it found a device on the networkMoreNow i'll launch the my cloud desktop. Application once i connected it found a device on the network i could also log in with the wdmycloud.com. Account but since it's found on the network i'll go

How do I give someone access to my WD My Cloud?

You may also want other users to be able to log into your WD MyCloud. To allow them to do so, open Settings and click on Add User. Then provide the email address for the user and click on Send Invites. Finally, you can also mount the drive directly to computers.

How do I connect my WD My Cloud to another network?

Connect your My Cloud HomePlace the WD My Cloud Home near your router.Connect the power adapter to the My Cloud Home and to a free power outlet.Connect the network cable to your WD My Cloud Home and your router or modem.Wait until the white light comes on.

Why can't I access my WD My Cloud?

The simplest and most widely effective fix for this issue is to simply add a Windows Credential for your WD My Cloud account to the credentials list on your Windows 10 computer. To do so, you need to: Right-click on the Start Menu to open the WinX Menu. Click on Control Panel in the WinX Menu to open it.

Can I no longer access My Cloud?

Corresponding Solutions: WD My Cloud Windows 10 Cannot AccessSolution 1: Add Windows Credential for WD My Cloud.Solution 2: Change the Registry Setting.Solution 3: Enable SMB 1.0.Solution 4: Check SMB Settings and Disable SMB 2.0 & 3.0.Solution 5: Download and Install Windows 10 KB3124263 Update.More items...•

What is the difference between My Cloud and My Cloud home?

Some quick differences: MyCloud Home has 1GB of RAM (instead of 256 MB in MyCloud) MyCloud Home has quad-core processor (instead of dual-core in MyCloud) MyCloud Home has a Realtek RTD1295PBCG A53 processor (instead of Mindspeed Comcerto M86261G12 in MyCloud)

How do I access my book live on my network?

The way forward to access your My Book Live is:Open your file browser.In the Network pane under Storage section, you should see your My Book Live device.RIGHT click that icon, select Open option.A file browser will appear, you now should have access to your My Book Live storage.

How do I access my WD My Cloud pr4100?

1:133:57WD My Cloud PR4100 NAS [English] - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAccount you can always access the content on the device you simply go to mycloud.com. On any browserMoreAccount you can always access the content on the device you simply go to mycloud.com. On any browser of your choice.

How do I access my WD My EX2 Ultra?

How to remotely access my files on EX2 ultra?You want to have a VPN server runnng on your network.I use “OpenVPN”. ... You need a compatible VPN client running on your remote PC.You need the WAN address of your home network.Unfortunately, the WAN address is usually assigned by your ISP and changes periodically.More items...•

How do I access my WD My Cloud EX2 Ultra?

0:441:59WD MyCloud EX2 Ultra Quick Guide - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipJust connected to your internet via LAN cable plug it into power and the blinking blue light shouldMoreJust connected to your internet via LAN cable plug it into power and the blinking blue light should tell you that you're good to go now. Open the URL written in the middle. And make sure that you're

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What is my cloud OS5?

My Cloud OS5 is a modern mobile and web desktop app experience, with improved photo/video viewing and sharing capabilities.

What is WD My Cloud?

WD My Cloud software delivers a beautiful photo and video viewing experience, so you get the most out of your multi-media library.

What does the OP want?

What the OP wants is a way to have a service link his dynamic router WAN IP address in a way that he can access the NAS WITHOUT using the WD servers. In this day and age. . .a wise choice. Torch1 is on the right track. I access my system this way; using a Open-VPN to encrypt the connection to my home system.

Do I need a router for DDNS?

The key is that you need a router that supports an embedded DDNS client. I did a quick check on the noip.com support page. . . . .ASUS, Netgeard, and TP-Link seem to have routers on the list of supported equipment. So. . . if you have a supporter router - - - you can make this work and you won’t need a PC running on your network to make the magic happen.

Does Asus have a DDNS service?

I have an ASUS router. ASUS offers a DDNS service that links your router to a personal domain name. So, if I type the appropriate webaddress ( something.asus.com ); I can use this to access my NAS (on port something.asus.com:7001; assuming I have port 7001 forwarded to an appropriate port on the NAS) www.noip.com is performing the same function.

Does ISP offer static IP addresses?

Some ISP’s offer static IP addresses at a nominal extra cost/fee.

When was the last firmware update for WD My Book Live?

The last firmware updates for these drives was in 2015.

Why is my WD drive wiped?

Apparently this is due to some “malicious software” doing the rounds, and the company is advising users to disconnect their drives from the internet right away.

Has WD My Book been hacked?

Because WD My Book devices are stored behind their own firewalls, and allow remote access via the My Book Live cloud servers, some users have expressed concerns that WD’s servers have been hacked. This is a very reasonable concern to have. However, WD’s official statement claims that its cloud services and servers do not appear to have been ...

Is WD cloud service compromised?

However, WD’s official statement claims that its cloud services and servers do not appear to have been compromised. Instead, the resets are being blamed on “malicious software," and WD clarified in a statement to BleepingComputer that affected devices have been “comprised by a threat actor."

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