Adding My Book World Edition to My Network

The My Book World Edition by Western Digital (WD) is a network-attached storage (NAS) device that allows you to store and share files across multiple computers on your home or office network. Adding it to your network ensures that you can access your data from any connected device, stream media, or back up files seamlessly. This guide walks you through the process of connecting your My Book World Edition to your network.

1. Unbox and Connect Your Device

Begin by unpacking your My Book World Edition and ensuring all accessories are available, including the power adapter and Ethernet cable.

Place the device in a location near your router or network switch.

Connect the included Ethernet cable from the NAS LAN port to an available port on your router.

Plug in the power adapter and turn on the My Book World Edition.

Wait for the device to complete its startup process, usually indicated by a steady LED light.

2. Configure Your Network Settings

The My Book World Edition can obtain an IP address automatically via DHCP, which is standard for most home routers.

Automatic IP: If your network uses DHCP, your device will get an IP address automatically.

Manual IP (Optional): For more advanced users, you can assign a static IP via the dashboard for consistent access.

To find the device’s IP address:

Use WD’s Discovery software (WD Anywhere Access or My Book World Edition software).

Run the software on a connected computer; it will detect your NAS and display the IP address.

3. Access the Dashboard

Once your My Book World Edition is connected and powered on:

Open a web browser on a computer connected to the same network.

Enter the device’s IP address in the address bar.

Log in using the default credentials:

Username: admin

Password: admin or leave blank (depending on the model)

The dashboard allows you to manage users, folders, backups, and other network settings.

4. Create Shared Folders and Users

To make your NAS accessible to everyone on the network:

Go to the Shares or User Management section in the dashboard.

Create shared folders for documents, media, or backups.

Assign read/write permissions to users.

Create user accounts if multiple people will access the NAS.

This step ensures secure and organized file sharing across devices.

5. Map Network Drives (Optional)

For easy access from Windows or macOS:

Windows: Right-click This PC → Map Network Drive, enter the NAS folder path , and finish the setup.

Mac: Go to Finder → Go → Connect to Server, enter the NAS address, and connect.

Mapping drives allows quick access as if the NAS is a local hard drive.

6. Verify Connectivity and Access

Finally, ensure your My Book World Edition is visible across all networked devices. Test file access, upload/download speed, and permissions to confirm everything is working properly.

Conclusion

Adding a My Book World Edition to your network is a straightforward process involving connecting the device, configuring network settings, and setting up shared folders. Using the WD Discovery software and dashboard ensures smooth integration, while mapping network drives provides easy access from all computers. Once connected, your NAS becomes a reliable hub for storage, backups, and file sharing.