How do you set up a Drobo?

This can be done in just a few easy steps!

  1. Install Drobo Dashboard.
  2. Install an mSATA SSD (optional).
  3. Insert the drives.
  4. Connect the cables.
  5. Turn on the power and format the drives.

Why can’t I see my Drobo?

If the Drobo has lost connection with the network or Dashboard, try the following; Power cycle the router/wifi. If the Drobo is not detected in Drobo Dashboard, see: NAS Dashboard Discovery. Restart the Drobo in Dashboard > Tools > Restart.

How do I factory 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.

What file system does Drobo use?

Drobo connects to Windows and Mac OS systems and supports NTFS, HFS+, and FAT32 file formats.

What RAID level is Drobo?

BeyondRAID only has two protection levels: Single Disk Redundancy provides protection from a single drive failure at a given time (similar to RAID 5). Storage capacity is maximized with this option.

How do I access my Drobo NAS?

On the Files tab, click My Computers. From the list of computers listed, select the hostname of the Drobo 5N. Navigate through the directory tree to the desired location. Locate the file(s) to be recovered and click to select the file.

How do I get Drobo on my network?

  1. In Drobo Dashboard on the All Drobos page, select the appropriate Drobo 5N.
  2. Click the Status option on the Navigation menu. The Status page opens.
  3. Select the Network Information option from the Status Information drop-down list.

How does Drobo work?

What is Drobo? Drobo connects to your computer or network and provides redundant data protection without the complexities of traditional RAID. Dynamically expand storage any time. Drobo currently holds up to 36TB, depending on the model, using any combination of 3.5″ disk drives or 2.5″ drives for the Drobo Mini.