What is DLNA and how does it work in the context of media streaming and sharing?

DLNA stands for Digital Living Network Alliance. It is a set of guidelines and standards that enable devices to share and stream media content over a home network. DLNA allows different devices, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and gaming consoles, to communicate and share media files seamlessly.DLNA works by establishing a network connection between compatible devices. The devices must be connected to the same local network, such as a Wi-Fi network or Ethernet, for DLNA to function. Once connected, DLNA enables devices to discover and communicate with each other.To share media content, a DLNA-enabled device acts as a server, making its media files available to other devices on the network. This server device indexes and organizes the media files, allowing other devices to access and stream them. The media files can include photos, videos, music, and even recorded television shows.DLNA also defines different roles for devices in the network. For example, a device can act as a Digital Media Server (DMS) to share media files, a Digital Media Player (DMP) to access and play media files, or a Digital Media Controller (DMC) to control the playback of media files on another device.When a DLNA-compatible device wants to access media files from a server device, it sends a request to the server. The server then responds by providing a list of available media files. The requesting device can then choose a file to stream or play, and the server device streams the content over the network to the requesting device.DLNA supports various media formats and codecs, allowing for compatibility across different devices. It simplifies the process of sharing and streaming media content within a home network, enabling users to access their media files from different devices without the need for complex configurations or additional software.

How does the NAS Promise Vess 1720i utilize DLNA protocol to enhance media storage and playback capabilities?

The NAS Promise Vess 1720i utilizes the DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) protocol to enhance media storage and playback capabilities in the following ways:Media Storage: The NAS (Network Attached Storage) system can act as a central repository for storing various types of media files such as photos, videos, and music. DLNA allows the Vess 1720i to organize and index these files, making it easier to access and manage the media content.Media Streaming: DLNA enables the Vess 1720i to stream media content to DLNA-certified devices such as smart TVs, media players, gaming consoles, and smartphones. Users can access their stored media files from any DLNA-compatible device connected to the same network, without the need for additional cables or devices.Cross-Platform Compatibility: DLNA ensures that media files stored on the NAS can be accessed and played back on different operating systems and devices. It supports interoperability between devices running on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, allowing seamless sharing and streaming of media content across platforms.Remote Access: The DLNA protocol, combined with other networking technologies like UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), allows users to remotely access their media files stored on the Vess 1720i. This means that users can stream their media content even when they are away from home, as long as they have an internet connection and a DLNA-compatible device.Media Control: DLNA enables the Vess 1720i to act as a media server, providing control and navigation options for media playback. Users can use a DLNA-compatible device as a remote control to browse and select media files stored on the NAS, adjust playback settings, create playlists, and even stream media to multiple devices simultaneously.Overall, by utilizing the DLNA protocol, the NAS Promise Vess 1720i enhances media storage and playback capabilities by offering convenient access, seamless streaming, cross-platform compatibility, and remote control options for managing and enjoying media content.

Can you explain the specific features and functionalities of DLNA implementation in the NAS Promise Vess 1720i, and how it benefits users in terms of media management and accessibility?

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a technology standard that enables devices to share media files over a network. The NAS (Network Attached Storage) Promise Vess 1720i is a storage device that supports DLNA implementation, providing several features and functionalities for media management and accessibility. Here are some key aspects:Media Server: The Promise Vess 1720i NAS acts as a media server, allowing users to store and organize their media files such as photos, videos, and music in a central location. This eliminates the need to store media on individual devices, making it easier to manage and access content.Media Streaming: With DLNA, the NAS can stream media files to DLNA-enabled devices within the network. This means you can play videos on your smart TV, listen to music on your wireless speakers, or view photos on your tablet, all directly from the NAS without transferring files to each device separately.Cross-Platform Compatibility: DLNA ensures compatibility between different devices and operating systems. The Promise Vess 1720i NAS supports DLNA, allowing seamless media sharing across various platforms, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. This enables users to access their media files from different devices, regardless of the operating system.Remote Access: DLNA implementation in the Promise Vess 1720i NAS enables remote access to media files. Users can access and stream their media content from outside their home network, provided they have an internet connection. This feature is particularly beneficial when traveling or when away from home.Transcoding: The NAS may also offer transcoding capabilities, converting media files into a compatible format for the target device. For example, if a video file is not natively supported by a particular device, the NAS can transcode it on-the-fly to a format that the device can play. This ensures media accessibility across a wide range of devices.Overall, DLNA implementation in the Promise Vess 1720i NAS simplifies media management by centralizing storage, improves accessibility by allowing streaming to various devices, and enhances compatibility between different platforms. It provides a convenient and efficient solution for organizing, accessing, and enjoying media files within a networked environment.

How to recover data from Promise Vess 1720i NAS

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Description: How to recover data from a Promise

Is your network drive gone, and you are wondering what to do? Has a RAID system crashed, and your files are no longer accessible? Does your device display an error while booting? Have you accidentally rebuilt your RAID system? Are several hard disks out of order?

How to recover data from NAS Promise Vess 1720i

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In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll show you how to rebuild your RAID and recover data from Vess 1720i.

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Why can’t ordinary software tools restore files from RAID?
How to take hard disks out of the NAS and connect them to a PC?

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Recover data from damaged RAID arrays inaccessible from a computer.

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Why can’t ordinary software tools restore files from RAID?

Conventional hard disks keep user’s data by writing it to their surface in a consecutive way, and this is how an entire file is stored on a single hard disk. However, when data is written to a RAID system, a file is divided into several parts. Then these parts are written consecutively to all hard disks within such array. The size of such parts may range from 2 KB to 2 MB, so each file is stored on several hard disks at the same time.

Such approach helps to speed up read and write operations, and it is evident that saving two parts of a file having the size of 1 GB to two hard disks simultaneously is much faster than saving the same 1 GB of data to one hard disk. However, this peculiarity makes file recovery more complicated.

Various RAID levels store information in different ways. Additionally, manufacturers like Promise also introduce some modifications to this process, and that is why data can be written to hard disk in a wide variety of ways.

How can file system corruption impact data integrity on NAS Promise Vess 1720i devices?

File system corruption can have a significant impact on data integrity on NAS Promise Vess 1720i devices. Here are some ways it can affect data integrity:

Data Loss: File system corruption can lead to the loss of data stored on the NAS device. Corruption can cause files and directories to become inaccessible or completely disappear from the file system.
Data Inconsistency: Corruption can result in data inconsistencies where the information stored in files becomes incorrect or incomplete. This can lead to data errors and make the data unreliable or unusable.
Data Modification: Corruption can modify the content of files, causing data to become corrupted or altered. This can result in data integrity issues, especially if critical system files or important user data are affected.
System Instability: File system corruption can make the NAS device unstable and cause it to crash or become unresponsive. This can disrupt ongoing operations and potentially lead to data corruption or loss.
Difficulty in Recovery: Recovering data from a corrupted file system can be challenging and may require specialized tools or professional assistance. In some cases, data recovery may not be possible, leading to permanent data loss.

To mitigate the impact of file system corruption on data integrity, it is important to regularly backup data stored on the NAS device. Additionally, performing regular file system checks and maintenance can help identify and fix any corruption issues before they cause significant data loss or integrity problems.

How to take hard disks out of the NAS and connect them to a PC?

Although NAS Vess 1720i can be accessed over the network, you still need to take the hard disks out of the storage device and connect them to a Windows computer. Only in this case will the software be able to scan them properly. Here is what you should do:

Turn off the storage and disconnect it from the power supply.

WARNING! Before you start taking hard disks out of your NAS device, read the manual carefully. Incorrect actions may damage your network-attached storage and/or the hard disks within the RAID system.
Take the hard disks out of the NAS one by one, carefully removing them from their slots. Remember that the disks are extremely vulnerable: hitting or dropping them may result in serious physical damage.
Make sure to mark each hard disk in accordance with how they were installed inside the NAS.
Remove the hard disks and connect them to the computer. In this video, we have explored what ports are used to connect hard disks, and what to do if there are not enough ports or connectors.

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Restoring data with Hetman RAID Recovery

This program recovers data from damaged RAID arrays and is fully compatible with Promise Vess 1720i. The hard disks that make up the RAID contain technical information about the algorithm used to save files. When launched, Hetman RAID Recovery reads this information and puts the damaged array together. Then you can open the disk and save your files. Also, you can recover the files accidentally deleted from the network drive.

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How to recover data from a Promise

Vess 1720i has 16 HDD slots, and it supports the following array types:

RAID 0;
RAID 1;
RAID 1E;
RAID 3;
RAID 5;
RAID 6;
RAID 30;
RAID 50;
RAID 60;
JBOD;

NAS supports:

exFAT, VFAT, FAT 12 / 16 / 32;
NTFS / ReFS;
APFS / HFS+;
Ext2 / 3 / 4 / ReiserFS / XFS / UFS / ZFS / Btrfs;
VMFS / HikvisionFS;

Safe recovery from disk images

This utility lets you save an entire copy of the disk to file and then work with this image instead of the actual disk. Such feature helps to protect data on the disk from:

Overwriting during the recovery process;
Loss resulting from bad sectors;
User mistakes.

To create an image, do the following:

Make sure that you have enough free space to save the image. The image file size usually equals the disk size.
Select the disk in the main window, and choose from the menu Tools – Save Disk. You can select multiple disks to be saved.
When the image creation wizard starts, you can choose to save the entire disk or select only a part of it. Specify the parameters and click Next.
At this stage, you need to choose a directory where to save the image. Choose any disk connected to this PC, or save the image by FTP.

Where are user’s files stored?

The Promise Vess 1720i network-attached storage keeps OS Linux operating system files on a separate RAID 1 (mirrored) array. Usually, all NAS systems create several volumes on every hard disk, and the first of them takes up to 2 Gb of space. This is where operating system files are stored. Other volumes are united into a RAID array where user’s data is written.

Comparison of software for RAID recovery

Product	Operating system	License type	RAID controller support	Supported file systems	Virtual RAID controller support	Data recovery from damaged RAID	File preview
Hetman RAID Recovery	Windows	Paid	Yes, over 100 controllers	FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+	Yes	Yes	Yes
DiskInternals RAID Recovery	Windows	Paid	Yes, over 100 controllers	FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+	No	Yes	Yes
R-Studio	Windows, Mac, Linux	Paid	Yes, over 200 controllers	FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+	Yes	Yes	Yes
UFS Explorer RAID Recovery	Windows, Mac, Linux	Paid	Yes, over 1,000 controllers	FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+	Yes	Yes	Yes
EaseUS Data Recovery	Windows	Paid	Yes, over 20 controllers	FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+	No	Yes	Yes
ReclaiMe Free RAID Recovery	Windows	Free	Yes, over 100 controllers	FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+	Yes	Yes	Yes

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Hetman Software: Data Recovery 9.08.2022 12:31 #

If you want to ask a question about data recovery, from NAS Vess 1720i, feel free to leave a comment!

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Basil Wind 7.09.2023 21:49 #

Can data recovery from a NAS Promise Vess 1720i device be performed if there are issues with the storage pool or configurations?

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- Hetman Software 7.09.2023 22:00 #
  
  Yes, data recovery from a NAS Promise Vess 1720i device can be performed even if there are issues with the storage pool or configurations. However, the success and feasibility of data recovery depend on the specific nature and severity of the issues.
  If there are issues with the storage pool or configurations, it is recommended to contact a professional data recovery service provider or the technical support of Promise Technology, the manufacturer of Vess 1720i, for assistance. They will have the expertise and tools required to diagnose and resolve the issues, and if necessary, perform data recovery.
  It is important to note that attempting to recover data without proper knowledge or experience can potentially worsen the situation and result in permanent data loss. Therefore, it is advisable to seek professional help for data recovery from a NAS device.
  
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What is DLNA and how does it work in the context of media streaming and sharing?

DLNA stands for Digital Living Network Alliance. It is a set of guidelines and standards that enable devices to share and stream media content over a home network. DLNA allows different devices, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and gaming consoles, to communicate and share media files seamlessly.
DLNA works by establishing a network connection between compatible devices. The devices must be connected to the same local network, such as a Wi-Fi network or Ethernet, for DLNA to function. Once connected, DLNA enables devices to discover and communicate with each other.
To share media content, a DLNA-enabled device acts as a server, making its media files available to other devices on the network. This server device indexes and organizes the media files, allowing other devices to access and stream them. The media files can include photos, videos, music, and even recorded television shows.
DLNA also defines different roles for devices in the network. For example, a device can act as a Digital Media Server (DMS) to share media files, a Digital Media Player (DMP) to access and play media files, or a Digital Media Controller (DMC) to control the playback of media files on another device.
When a DLNA-compatible device wants to access media files from a server device, it sends a request to the server. The server then responds by providing a list of available media files. The requesting device can then choose a file to stream or play, and the server device streams the content over the network to the requesting device.
DLNA supports various media formats and codecs, allowing for compatibility across different devices. It simplifies the process of sharing and streaming media content within a home network, enabling users to access their media files from different devices without the need for complex configurations or additional software.
How does the NAS Promise Vess 1720i utilize DLNA protocol to enhance media storage and playback capabilities?
The NAS Promise Vess 1720i utilizes the DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) protocol to enhance media storage and playback capabilities in the following ways:
1. Media Storage: The NAS (Network Attached Storage) system can act as a central repository for storing various types of media files such as photos, videos, and music. DLNA allows the Vess 1720i to organize and index these files, making it easier to access and manage the media content.
2. Media Streaming: DLNA enables the Vess 1720i to stream media content to DLNA-certified devices such as smart TVs, media players, gaming consoles, and smartphones. Users can access their stored media files from any DLNA-compatible device connected to the same network, without the need for additional cables or devices.
3. Cross-Platform Compatibility: DLNA ensures that media files stored on the NAS can be accessed and played back on different operating systems and devices. It supports interoperability between devices running on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, allowing seamless sharing and streaming of media content across platforms.
4. Remote Access: The DLNA protocol, combined with other networking technologies like UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), allows users to remotely access their media files stored on the Vess 1720i. This means that users can stream their media content even when they are away from home, as long as they have an internet connection and a DLNA-compatible device.
5. Media Control: DLNA enables the Vess 1720i to act as a media server, providing control and navigation options for media playback. Users can use a DLNA-compatible device as a remote control to browse and select media files stored on the NAS, adjust playback settings, create playlists, and even stream media to multiple devices simultaneously.
Overall, by utilizing the DLNA protocol, the NAS Promise Vess 1720i enhances media storage and playback capabilities by offering convenient access, seamless streaming, cross-platform compatibility, and remote control options for managing and enjoying media content.
Can you explain the specific features and functionalities of DLNA implementation in the NAS Promise Vess 1720i, and how it benefits users in terms of media management and accessibility?
DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a technology standard that enables devices to share media files over a network. The NAS (Network Attached Storage) Promise Vess 1720i is a storage device that supports DLNA implementation, providing several features and functionalities for media management and accessibility. Here are some key aspects:
1. Media Server: The Promise Vess 1720i NAS acts as a media server, allowing users to store and organize their media files such as photos, videos, and music in a central location. This eliminates the need to store media on individual devices, making it easier to manage and access content.
2. Media Streaming: With DLNA, the NAS can stream media files to DLNA-enabled devices within the network. This means you can play videos on your smart TV, listen to music on your wireless speakers, or view photos on your tablet, all directly from the NAS without transferring files to each device separately.
3. Cross-Platform Compatibility: DLNA ensures compatibility between different devices and operating systems. The Promise Vess 1720i NAS supports DLNA, allowing seamless media sharing across various platforms, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. This enables users to access their media files from different devices, regardless of the operating system.
4. Remote Access: DLNA implementation in the Promise Vess 1720i NAS enables remote access to media files. Users can access and stream their media content from outside their home network, provided they have an internet connection. This feature is particularly beneficial when traveling or when away from home.
5. Transcoding: The NAS may also offer transcoding capabilities, converting media files into a compatible format for the target device. For example, if a video file is not natively supported by a particular device, the NAS can transcode it on-the-fly to a format that the device can play. This ensures media accessibility across a wide range of devices.
Overall, DLNA implementation in the Promise Vess 1720i NAS simplifies media management by centralizing storage, improves accessibility by allowing streaming to various devices, and enhances compatibility between different platforms. It provides a convenient and efficient solution for organizing, accessing, and enjoying media files within a networked environment.