Buffalo TS5600D2406 [46/176] Encrypting drives

4 Select a format type, then click Format.

5 The "Confirm Operation" screen will open. Enter the confirmation number, then click OK.

6 Depending on the size of your drive, the format may take several minutes or several hours to complete.

"Formatting" will be displayed on the LCD display until the format is complete.

Notes:

• Do not turn off or disconnect power to the TeraStation while formatting a hard drive.

• For drives of 2.2 TB or larger, make sure that the "GPT Partition" checkbox is selected.

Encrypting Drives

Internal drives (and arrays) can be encrypted with 128-bit AES during formatting. Encrypted drives and arrays are

then readable only from that specific TeraStation. To unencrypt a drive or array, uncheck "Encryption" and format it

again.