HP MediaSmart Server User Guide

The HP MediaSmart Server User Guide provides installation, setup, usage, and troubleshooting instructions for the home server.


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Brand
HP
Category
Other
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
192
File format
PDF
File size
2 MB
Published
30 September, 2026
Updated
30 September, 2026
MD5 checksum
29400C3722CE21B4146457259618351F

About this manual

This guide walks you through installing the HP MediaSmart Server, connecting it to your network, and configuring the software on your first computer. It also covers adding additional computers, setting up user accounts, remote access, and Photo Webshare.

Later chapters detail using shared folders, expanding storage, managing drives, and troubleshooting common issues such as hardware warnings, network problems, and Photo Webshare errors.

What's inside

  • Installing
  • Getting Started
  • Server Console
  • Control Center
  • Photo Webshare
  • Using the Server
  • Troubleshooting
  • Product Information
  • Licenses and Notices
  • Glossary

Specifications

Weight (EX470 model)5.17 kg (11.4 lb)
Default network IDHPSERVER
Maximum Ethernet cable length100 meters
Recommended server connection speed100 Mbps to 1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet) wired

Frequently asked questions

What is the default network ID for the HP MediaSmart Server?

The default network ID is “HPSERVER”.

What are the recommended server connection speeds?

The recommended server connection is 100 Mbps to 1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet) wired.

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