Guides

Learn how WOMBATS Shield fits into your network.

These guides cover setup, filtering, device controls, model selection, storage, media, and Vault-only features. App/service blocking is catalog-based, and protection applies to devices on the managed network path.

Set up WOMBATS Shield behind your router

Connect the device, run setup, and apply DNS, DHCP, or network settings for devices on the managed network path.

Choose a Shield model

Compare Core for protection and control, Edge for SMB/Jellyfin/DLNA, and Vault for encrypted storage, Time Machine, recycle bin, and Wi-Fi AP.

Understand DNS filtering limits

Learn how DNS filtering helps block known harmful and unwanted domains, and why VPNs, encrypted DNS, or unmanaged devices may bypass local policy.

Manage device-level controls

Use internet pause, filtering relaxation, and exclusions for specific devices without changing the whole network policy.

Set up SMB file sharing

Use Shield Edge or Shield Vault to share files over SMB on your local network.

Set up Jellyfin and DLNA

Use Shield Edge or Shield Vault for local media access with Jellyfin direct play/direct stream only and DLNA support.

Set up Time Machine on Vault

Use Shield Vault for Time Machine backup support with encrypted internal storage.

Use Vault Wi-Fi AP mode

Use Shield Vault Wi-Fi access point mode when your network setup calls for it.

Start with the model ladder

Core is for protection and control. Edge adds SMB, Jellyfin direct play/direct stream, and DLNA. Vault adds encrypted internal storage, Time Machine, recycle bin, and Wi-Fi AP mode.

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