How to use your Shield.
A short How-To for every page of your Shield's local dashboard. Each one is also available as a printable PDF. Features vary by model, so each guide notes which Shield it applies to.
Getting started
Protection & devices
Using the Shield pageDNS filtering, allow/block lists, pause, filter updates, SafeSearch and app blocking.Shield Core, Edge & VaultManaging devices (Control)See every device on your network and pause internet or Shield for one device.Shield Core, Edge & VaultInstalling software updatesDownload a signed update file from WOMBATS and install it in about 30 seconds.Shield Core, Edge & VaultAdmin: power, password & resetRestart or shut down, change the admin password, update, or reset the network/factory state.Shield Core, Edge & Vault
Storage, media & backups
Storage & disksMount external storage, check disks and services, and run disk operations.Shield Edge & VaultVault Wi-Fi (travel router)Shield's travel Wi-Fi — turned on only when packing for travel, off at home.Shield Vault onlyJellyfin media serverThe richer way to browse and play your media library in a browser or app.Shield Edge & VaultDLNA media serverBrowse your media on a DLNA-capable TV, console, or media app on your network.Shield Edge & VaultThe Recycle BinRecover files deleted from shared storage, or empty the bin to reclaim space.Shield Vault onlyThe encrypted Vault & recovery keySet your Vault passphrase, save the recovery key, and lock or unlock encrypted storage.Shield Vault onlyTime Machine backupsReview stored Mac backups and permanently remove ones you no longer need.Shield Vault only
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