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KB ID: 1183

Configuring the USB Device Server on Buffalo LinkStation 400 Series

Last Updated: 10/14/2024


  1. Access Settings, the LinkStation's web user interface, by entering the current IP address of the unit into a web browser. If the current IP is unknown the unit can be located using NAS Navigator. If NAS Navigator is not installed, download and install the application from the Buffalo downloads page.
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  2. From the home page, click on the settings icon on the "USB Device Server" tile.
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  3. Click the virtual slide switch at the top of the screen to activate the service.
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  4. Click the correct button to download the Network USB Navigator for your operating system if you have not already installed it. Once you have the USB Navigator installed the external drive or printer can be connected through the USB Navigator software as if it were a local device. For instructions on installing the USB Navigator software, click here:

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