With the IDrive Wi-Fi device, you don’t have to compromise on your internet connectivity while performing your local backup. The device can be setup in a 'pass-through' mode, so that you can connect to Wi-Fi storage device as well as the internet.
Switch on the IDrive Wi-Fi device - plug in using the AC adapter, press and hold the power button for a few seconds, until the 'Wi-Fi' symbol lights up.
There are two different ways you can initiate Internet access ('pass-through'), via IDrive Wi-Fi
Method 1:
Using LAN based internet connection. Connect IDrive Wi-Fi device to the network using LAN cable, or better yet, for best results, connect the IDrive Wi-Fi device to the back of the router for optimal pass through internet connection.
To connect to IDrive Wi-Fi, use default network password '11111111'.
Method 2:
Using Wi-Fi based internet connection
- Open a web browser and go to http://10.10.10.254.
- Click/tap the Login button (no password required by default).
- Click/tap the Settings button.
- Click/tap the Network button.
- Select Internet from the menu options.
- From the available SSIDs, select the SSID of the wireless network that provides Internet connectivity.
- Enter your network password (if required).
- Click/tap the Save button.
To connect to IDrive Wi-Fi, use default network password '11111111'.