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Buffalo 8TB (4x 2TB) LinkStation Pro Quad NAS 1xGBT RAID 0/1/5/10

Buffalo 8TB (4x 2TB) LinkStation Pro Quad NAS 1xGBT RAID 0/1/5/10

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Description

Buffalo's LinkStation Pro Quad is the ideal solution to keep important files safe! Stream your favorite music and videos directly from the LinkStation Pro Quad to a computer or Logitech Squeezebox, PS3, Xbox 360 or network attached DLNA or UPnP media player or Buffalo LinkTheater. With ultra fast data transfer speeds, the LinkStation Pro Quad is a high performance dual drive that can be configured in RAID 0 for performance or RAID 5 for redundant storage if a hard drive failes, your data is safe. Easy to install, the LinkStation Pro Quad lets you store and share your music, photos, and videos in your home or small office. Access and share your multimedia collection from anywhere at any time using Buffalo's WebAccess, the feature that allows users to easily stream digital content stored on any Buffalo network storage solution from anyway in the world via a Web browser, or using the newly announced free WebAccess app, via an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android SmartPhone. Store, share and save with the Buffalo LinkStation Pro Quad.

  • Network attached storage

    Connect LinkStation Pro Quad to any Ethernet port or to the back of your wireless router and instantly access storage from any computer on the network. Store or back up digital photos, MP3s and documents on one hard drive and access it from any computer simultaneously.
  • 4-drive raid storage

    LinkStation Pro Quad features four hard drives and support for multiple levels of RAID redundancy for a customizable blend of capacity and data protection.
  • High speed

    Optimized for maximum transfer speed, LinkStation Pro Quad utilizes an upgraded processor and RAM, offering greater than 2X the data transfer speed of competing devices.
  • Whole home backup

    Five copies of NovaBACKUP Professional for Windows and a built-in Time Machine Server allow for back up of all PCs and Mac computers in your home to a central, always available storage device. Put an end to moving USB drives between multiple computers.
  • Shared storage

    Store or back up files from multiple PCs, laptops or Mac computers in one central location.
  • DLNA CERTIFIED and iTunes servers

    Stream content directly to any DLNA compatible media player or use LinkStation Pro Quad as content source from within your iTunes application.
  • BitTorrent client

    Download digital content over the Internet directly to your LinkStation Pro.
  • Two USB 2.0 ports

    Attach a printer to the network, add a USB hard drive for additional storage or backup, or connect to a UPS for AC power failure management.
  • Time Machine compatibility

    Use the LinkStation Pro Quad with time machine backup.
  • Eco-minded

    With the power savings feature you regulate the power usage of your LinkStation at predetermined times, shutting the unit down and reducing energy consumption.
  • TurboPC with turbo copy

    Enhance the overall performance of your PC.
  • No annual or monthly fees

    To use any features or services, including WebAccess with iPhone and iPad support, or to add multiple users and groups.
  • Direct copy

    Plug in your USB hard drive or camera to quickly offload pictures.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description
BUFFALO LinkStation Pro Quad - NAS server - 8 TB
Device Type
NAS server
Host Connectivity
Gigabit Ethernet
Total Storage Capacity
8 TB
Installed Devices / Modules Qty
4 (installed) / 4 (max)
Dimensions (WxDxH)
14.9 cm x 23.3 cm x 15.4 cm
Weight
5.5 kg ()
Processor
Marvell 1.6 GHz
Storage Controller
RAID SATA 3Gb/s RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD
Hard Drive
4 x 2 TB SATA 3Gb/s
Networking
Network adapter - integrated - 10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, GigE
Power
AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
System Requirements
Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows 7, Apple MacOS X 10.4 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit Edition, Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits)
Manufacturer Warranty
2-year warranty


Detailed Specification

General

Device Type
NAS server
Host Connectivity
Gigabit Ethernet
Total Storage Capacity
8 TB
Installed Devices / Modules Qty
4 (installed) / 4 (max)
Width
14.9 cm
Depth
23.3 cm
Height
15.4 cm
Weight
5.5 kg ()
Built-in Devices
Print server

Processor / Memory

Processors Installed
Marvell 1.6 GHz

Storage Controller

Type
RAID
Interface Type
SATA 3Gb/s
Supported Devices
Hard drive, disk array (RAID)
RAID Level
RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, JBOD

Hard Drive

Type
HDD
Capacity
4 x 2 TB
Interface Type
SATA 3Gb/s
Compliant Standards
128-bit AES

Networking

Type
Network adapter - integrated
Data Link Protocol
10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, GigE
Network / Transport Protocol
TCP/IP, NTP, FTP, SMB
Remote Management Protocol
HTTP
Network Services Compatibility
FTP, Server Message Block (SMB), HTTP
Features
Print server, iTunes server, FTP server, Buffalo Web Access, BitTorrent Client, Direct Copy
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, DLNA CERTIFIED

Expansion / Connectivity

Expansion Bays
4 (total) / 0 (free) x external
Interfaces
2 x USB 2.0 - Type A , 1 x Ethernet 1000Base-T - RJ-45

Power

Power Device
External power adapter
Voltage Required
AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Power Consumption Operational
43 Watt

Software / System Requirements

Software Included
NovaBACKUP Workstation - Buffalo Edition (5 licences)
OS Required
Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows 7, Apple MacOS X 10.4 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit Edition, Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits)

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support
Limited warranty - 2 years

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Max Operating Temperature
35 °C
Humidity Range Operating
20 - 80% (non-condensing)
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