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Unboxing and Setting up the CASTUS Server

First steps after unboxing your brand new server.

  1. To connect to your unit, use the following:

    • Power cable (included)
    • Ethernet cable
    • Keyboard (USB)
    • Mouse (USB)
    • Monitor (via VGA connection for QuickRoll and QuickCast, HDMI for Mini)
  2. For QuickRoll units only, first install the hard drive(s) included in the shipping box. See the Installing Hard Drives on New Units article before proceeding. 
  3. To power on the unit, press the black toggle button located behind the right door on the front of your server. Do NOT use the red reset button.
  4. When the login prompt appears, enter the login credentials from the card that was shipped with your unit. You will not see the password typing on screen but it is being entered into the system.
  5. Type “net-ui” and press ENTER to bring up the Network Configuration Interface.
  6. Make a note of the IP address next to 'IPv4'—this is the address you'll use in your browser for future access on the same local network.
  7. Exit back to the command line.
  8. Start the graphical desktop display by typing “startx” and pressing ENTER.
  9. To launch the CASTUS web interface, click on the CASTUS start icon located in the lower-left corner of the screen. From the menu that appears, select Firefox. This will open the web interface for local access. Remember to exit Firefox when you are finished to ensure security and free up system resources.
  10. If you are trying to connect remotely, input the IP address you recorded earlier into the browser on a computer that is connected to the same network as your CASTUS unit.

NOTE: If you misplaced the card with your login details and do not have access to your login credentials, please call CASTUS support at 800.215.3880 for assistance.

Do NOT use the red reset button, this is different than the power button.