Nas Archive

  • Plextor has a NAS of its own in the PX-NAS2

    Plextor has a NAS of its own in the PX-NAS2

    Plextor, Plextor... Seems they have a new Network Attached Story for you to consider. It's the PX-NAS2, and it's the company's first NAS. Two bays in this bad boy—that means you can slip two hard drives in there, if you please.

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  • Buffalo Japan to release four new SSDs, six HDDs and two NASes

    Buffalo Japan to release four new SSDs, six HDDs and two NASes

    Buffalo announced a slew of new SSDs [JP], HDDs [JP] and NASes [JP] in Japan today, all of which might soon be available outside this country, too. Available with 32GB ($160)/64GB ($230)/128GB ($440) and 256GB ($840/build-to-order) on board, the four 2.5-inch SSDs are part of the Buffalo SHD-NSU2 series (pictured above). All of these SATA devices support Windows XP/Vista/7 andMac OS X 10.5, are equipped with 64MB of DRAM cache and come with a USB 2.0 interface.

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  • myDitto NAS designed to be simple, easy to use

    myDitto NAS designed to be simple, easy to use

    Technology can be difficult to use, particularly things like home servers. Dane-Elec plans to make setting up your own home NAS easy, using their myDitto home network server. Installation is intended to be quick and painless, utilizing USB keys to set up the drive rather then the standard CD.

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  • PogoPlug update adds new sharing and backup features

    PogoPlug update adds new sharing and backup features

    The PogoPlug storage sharing solution sees a new firmware version release today, adding two major new features. First, XBox 360 and Playstation3 consoles can access media stored on a PogoPlug, making it easier than ever to enjoy media on your television without any new investments. Second, multiple PogoPlugs can now work together to offer remote backup functionality to ensure your data is always safe.

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  • Review: Iomega iConnect Wireless Data Station

    Review: Iomega iConnect Wireless Data Station

    Short Version: We now have so much storage in our homes that we could probably, each of us, start our own Rapidshare service. But how do we get all that data to the other machines on our network or, better yet, out onto the Internet? Devices like the Iomega iConnect allow us to place storage [...]

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  • Quick look: iOmega iConnect Wireless Data Station

    Quick look: iOmega iConnect Wireless Data Station

    Ever since Iomega announced the iConnect Wireless at CES we've been thinking long and hard about our NAS usage. Do we really want a NAS with built-in drives? Why can't we be free of NAS hegemony? Well, the $99 iConnect promises to break our shackles. It's a NAS without a drive. Here's a quick hands on and we'll do a full review this week. The press release, for your edification, as well as a video, follow.

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  • Review: Netgear Stora

    Review: Netgear Stora

    Short Version: Hard drives that claim to do it all are a dime-a-dozen. Finally, however, I’ve found one that delivers on those claims. Features: Mac/Windows/Linux compatability Built-in Windows Networking, UPnP features Web accessible sharing Two SATA/SATA II compatible slots USB 2.0 port supports USB HDD or printers Pros: Small size Expandable Seamless Windows Networking Cons: Front panel is flimsy Some web UI issues Obtrusive app loads at login Review: We’ve seen [...]

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  • Review: Iomega ix4-200d

    Review: Iomega ix4-200d

    Short version: Iomega has been making storage devices for years, and it shows. I’m a fan of NAS hardware and technology, and Iomega has created a product that not only stores data, but has enough value add to make it stand out from the dozens of other black boxes for storing your data. Features: Dual gigabit [...]

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  • New PogoPlug adds four USB ports, and more

    New PogoPlug adds four USB ports, and more

    The PogoPlug, reviewed earlier this year, is a simple no-fuss NAS solution. I enjoyed using the product, and so have many other folks. In just the few short months since my review, the crew at PogoPlug have updated the hardware and features, and are rolling out their latest iteration. The new PogoPlug features four USB [...]

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  • World’s smallest NAS: the Thecus N0204

    World’s smallest NAS: the Thecus N0204

    So this is kind of cool. It's a NAS that uses 2.5" hard drives, making for a much smaller form factor. In fact, it's about the size of a standard USB hard drive enclosure. The best part? The price. The Thecus N0204 retails for just $150; you'll have to provide your own drives, though.

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  • An AppleScript trick turns any NAS device into a Time Machine drive

    An AppleScript trick turns any NAS device into a Time Machine drive

    You can turn any network attached storage device into a Time Machine back-up drive with one simple step. Simply download this app package and drag your drive onto it. The script adds the drive as a Time Machine capable device and then you can simply add it under Time Machine System Preferences.

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  • Iomega announces new StorCenter ix2-200

    Iomega announces new StorCenter ix2-200

    Iomega just announced the latest addition to their rapidly growing NAS line, the ix2-200. This is the latest iteration in the line is focused on being easy to set up, something that is fairly uncommon in the small business storage market. The new model also includes a new "Green desktop" mode, which allows the NAS to spin down the drives when not in use, thereby reducing power consumption.

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  • Netgear jumps into the consumer-friendly NAS arena with ‘Stora’

    Netgear jumps into the consumer-friendly NAS arena with ‘Stora’

    Netgear’s got a new home network hard drive system called Stora. It’s a $229 NAS system with a 1TB SATA hard drive built in and a second open SATA slot, allowing you to easily add a second drive in the future (that second drive can be set up to mirror the first).

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  • LG announces Wi-Fi capable NAS

    LG announces Wi-Fi capable NAS

    It's all about the home network storage these days. As more and more companies jump into the ring with their products, it's all about the added features. It's not enough just to build a basic device these days, everyone wants added features. LG is throwing their hat into the ring with the N2R1.

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