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====== Introduction ======

===== What is in this Manual =====

{{ :products:4big-rack-office:4big-rack-office.png?300|}} Congratulations on your purchase of a LaCie 4big Rack Office. This user manual gives you step-by-step instructions on installation, hardware maintenance, and troubleshooting. If you encounter problems, check [[help|]].

<note important>Please refer to [[warranty|]] before performing any hardware repairs or maintenance that is not described in this manual.</note>

===== Who Should use this Guide =====

This user guide assumes that you have a working knowledge of storage application products. If you do not have these skills, or are not confident with the instructions in this guide, do not proceed with the installation.

===== Box Content =====

  * LaCie 4big Rack Office
  * Ethernet cable
  * Power supply cable
  * DVD with software
  * Quick Install Guide

<note important>**Important info:** Please save your packaging. In the event that the product should need to be repaired or serviced, it must be returned in its original packaging.</note>

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===== Minimum System Requirements =====

<note important>**Important Info:** Your storage needs to be connected to a DHCP server to allow proper automatic remote server setup.</note>

==== Client Types ====

  * Windows XP, Windows Vista™, Windows 7
  * Mac OS X 10.5.x and later (through SMB)
  * Linux 2.4 (through SMB)

<note important>**Important info:** \\ Your LaCie product's performance can be affected by such external forces as network activity, hardware, distance, and setup. \\ \\ For optimal performance, use Gigabit Ethernet equipment.</note>