This guide provides step-by-step instructions on enabling and using the NDAS firmware update. The NDAS protocol is used to transfer and manage (copy/delete/rename) files on the Mvix MX-760HD/MX-780HD Wireless HD Media Center.

(Note: Installation of Ximeta's NDAS software requires NDAS Device ID and KEY. If you have purchased the Mvix MX-760HD prior to May 31st, 2007, you may request the ID and KEY by providing the MAC addresses of your Mvix MX-760HD to your local reseller. US and Canada customers can request their ID and KEY directly by completing this opening a support ticket. (Caution: Kindly verify the MAC address of your Mvix MX-760HD. DO NOT enter MAC addresses from your computer, router or any other networking equipment). Upon verification the ID / KEY is e-mailed within 48-72 business hours.

Install new NDAS Firmware on Mvix MX-760HD

1. Download and install firmware version 1.1.27 or later
2. Turn ON the Mvix MX-760HD and ensure the network is connected successfully.
3. Press SETUP on the remote, scroll to Misc
4. Scroll to NDAS
   
5. Select NDAS, Select Start, Press Setup on the remote to save the settings
   

INSTALLATION OF Ximeta(tm) NDAS SOFTWARE (on PC)

1. The NDAS should be located inside your player on the hard drive tray.  If it is not open a support ticket, with the MAC addresses of your player to receiver your NDAS Key.  Once key has been received via e-mail, follow the steps below
2. Download the Ximeta(tm) NDAS Software on your PC. (This should work for Windows XP, Vista, Server 2003, and Server 2008.)
3. Locate the downloaded zip file, Unzip it, and Install the Ximeta(tm) NDAS software on your PC
4. Restart your computer.
5. On your PC, Right click the "NDAS Device Management" icon in the task bar, and Select "Register a New Device..." (see below)
   
6. Type in a name to identify the Mvix MX-760HD/MX-780HD, click Next >
   
7. Enter in the NDAS DEVICE ID and the KEY and click Next >
   
8. Select "Yes, I want to mount this NDAS device as Read/Write Mode", click Next >
   
9. NDAS Device Management will display "Mounting the requested NDAS device, please wait..." This process can take several minutes.
   
10. "Found New Hardware Wizard" will appear, click "Yes, this time only" and click Next >
11. Click "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" and click Next>
    
12. The "Found New Hardware Wizard" will search for the "NDAS SCSI Controller", this may take several minutes
13. A warning message will appear (see below), click "Continue Anyway"
    
14. The "Found New Hardware Wizard" will finish. Click Finish
15. The "NDAS Device Registration Wizard" is now complete, Click Finish
    
    
16. The Mvix MX-760HD/MX-780HD internal hard drive will be automatically detected and the following will display. Click "Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer." If this dialogue box does not display, access the internal hard drive via Windows Explorer.
    
17. Files can now be renamed/moved/deleted all through Windows Explorer

Troubleshooting Windows XP/Vista Firewall

1. Click on Start
2. Click on Control Panel
3. Click on Security
4. Select "Allow Program Through Windows Firewall"
5. Add the Ximeta(tm) program by clicking browse
   (usually located at: c:\program files\ndas\system\ndasmgmt)
6. Click "OPEN" once you have located the ndasmgmt file
7. Click OK and OK
8. Right click the NDAS icon
9. Click "Mount Read/Write"

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NDAS (Network Direct Attached Storage) is Ximeta(tm)'s patented technology which enables all digital storage devices (HDD, ODD, Memory, Tape Drives) direct connection into standard Ethernet networks. All users or systems on the network can directly control, use and share those devices.