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Definitely would prefer a plugin, basic setup and leave option would something like the wd my book world new edition be acceptable or a lacie network space. Western digital my book world edition ii specifications pdf. Jan 27, 2010 hi, i have my book world edition ii blue rings from western digital. From it you can stream photos, music, and videos to your home entertainment centre all you need is the my book world edition drive and a digital media adapter or a game console like an xbox 360 or playstation 3, and your masterpiece is there on the big screen. Is possible to install freenas on my book world edition ii. Freenas is the simplest way to create a centralized and easily accessible place for your data.
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