Designed for file sharing in small business, remote work, education, research, and creative content, the OWC Jupiter Mini 20TB 5-Bay NAS Serverfrom OWC Jupiter Mini 20TB 5-Bay NAS Serveris a secure and centralized desktop-sized NAS. Built with a 4TB Toshiba MG08ADA 7200 rpm Enterprise hard drive in each of its five SATA III 3.5" drive bays, the Jupiter Mini features a capacity of 20TB as well as a 2.2 GHz Intel Xeon D-1518 4-Core processor and 32GB of 2666 MHz ECC Registered RAM. Connect to your network using the two 10 Gigabit Ethernet or two Gigabit Ethernet ports, while additional compatible peripherals may be connected using a VGA port or two USB-A 2.0 ports. Also available are two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports for a keyboard/mouse or an OS update, plus a Gigabit Ethernet IPMI port for remote management. For storage expansion via an optional 12 Gb/s SAS PCIe HBA, there is a PCIe 3.0 x16 slot.

To help futureproof your business, the Jupiter Mini uses an Enterprise-grade file system called ZFS RAID, which collects data on your hard drive status, records snapshots, and has built-in parity protection. Even in the case of a drive failure, ZFS keeps your file data available and, upon replacement of the failed drive, the system will repopulate the data that was on the original failed drive keeping your data available and your operation running smoothly. The Jupiter Mini comes preconfigured as RAID Z1 and may be reconfigured as RAID Z0, Z1, Z2, Z3, and ZFS Mirror. It runs using the TrueNAS OS and is compatible with Windows, Mac, Chrome, and Linux.

20TB Storage Capacity    5 x 4TB 3.5" 7200 rpm SATA HDDs    2.2 GHz Intel Xeon D-1518 4-Core    32GB of 2666 MHz ECC Registered RAM    2 x 10GbE | 2 x 1GbE | 1 x 1GbE IMPI    USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 | USB-A 2.0 | VGA    1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot    RAID Z0, Z1, Z3, Z3, and ZFS Mirror    Preconfigured as RAID Z1    Windows, Mac, Chrome & Linux Compatible

The Jupiter Mini's two 10GbE and two 1GbE Ethernet ports enable ultra-fast access to files across your team. You can connect users directly to the Mini's Ethernet ports, add a switch for supporting larger workgroups, or a wireless access point to enable wireless access.

It also includes networking features usually exclusive to Enterprise environments. The Ethernet ports can use subnets to act as virtual fences that separate different parts of your network (each subnet can have its own security measures). Or you can opt to combine the speeds of the ports on the Jupiter Mini with port bonding, providing a single high-bandwidth connection.

Subnetting improves network efficiency. Each subnet operates as an independent network with its own range of addresses, allowing more efficient routing and enhancing security by limiting broadcast traffic and controlling access between subnets.

Imagine a highway with multiple lanes merged into one. Similarly, bonding network ports combines their bandwidth into a single virtual port. This aggregated connection increases the overall network capacity and enables faster data transfer rates.

Your time is better spent running your business, not troubleshooting your shared storage. Luckily, OWC built the Jupiter Mini to operate with minimal oversight that doesn't require a 20-year IT background. After a quick initial setup, the Jupiter Mini operates in the background with no babysitting by you.

The Jupiter Mini is pre-loaded with TrueNAS, an open-source NAS OS that automatically protects and mirrors your data. TrueNAS is open source, meaning that it constantly receives security patches, feature updates, and has been refined to be as easy-to-use as possible. The TrueNAS dashboard can be accessed from any user's macOS, Windows, Linux, UNIX, iOS, and Android device.

The Jupiter Mini allows your teams in-office and remote to access your files from anywhere in the world. The Jupiter Mini is prepared for remote sharing with when combined with services such as OpenVPN, ZeroTier, or port-forwarding on your corporate firewall.

Backup and transfer files to your Dropbox, Google Cloud, Microsoft OneDrive, and other cloud services with built-in cloud sync on the Jupiter Mini.

Storing files amongst scattered, standalone hard drives risks data becoming lost, corrupted, and wastes valuable time searching. OWC takes the integrity of your data seriously. The Jupiter Mini utilizes an Enterprise-grade file system called ZFS RAID. ZFS RAID is a modern file system that goes beyond typical storage redundancy. ZFS routinely collects data on your hard drive status, records snapshots, and has built-in parity protection. Even in the case of a drive failure, ZFS keeps your file data available. Upon replacement of the failed drive, the system will repopulate the data that was on the original failed drive keeping your data available and your operation running smoothly.

Storing files amongst scattered, standalone hard drives risks data becoming lost, corrupted, and wastes valuable time searching. We take the integrity of your data seriously. Jupiter Mini utilizes an Enterprise-grade file system called ZFS RAID. ZFS RAID is a modern file system that goes beyond typical storage redundancy. ZFS routinely collects data on your hard drive status, records snapshots, and has built-in parity protection. Even in the case of a drive failure, ZFS keeps your file data available. Upon replacement of the failed drive, the system will repopulate the data that was on the original failed drive, keeping your data available and your operation running smoothly.

Despite being packed with Enterprise-grade hardware and software, the Jupiter Mini operates quietly in a compact design that fits on any Desktop work environment.

OWC understands having confidence in gear reliability is paramount to professionals. That's why every Jupiter Mini solution goes through an intensive performance certification prior to shipping. This ensures your Jupiter Mini arrives operating properly and immediately ready for demanding use. Better yet, there's no need to contact multiple suppliers if you have questions or run into issues. The Jupiter Mini's components and hardware are fully warrantied through OWC that can be extended for up to 5 years.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this compatible with MacOS 11.2.1 Big Sur?

A: Yes, this item would be compatible with MacOS 11.2.1 Big Sur.

Q: 2. can I use it to store my lightroom library on ?

A: According to the link below, you can use a NAS enclosure with Lightroom CC 1.3 (April 2018+). However, a wired 7200 rpm HDD will be ideal, when working with large RAW files in Adobe. https://helpx.adobe.com/in/lightroom-cc/using/preferences.html

Q: 3. Can I install Plex on it?

A: Yes, you will be able to run Plex on the WD My Cloud Home 6TB 1-Bay Personal Cloud NAS Server (1 x 6TB).

Q: 4. Is it possible to have a wired connection with your computer?

A: Yes, there is a USB connection on the back which will allow you to do this.

Q: 5. Can this be used only on a local network without allowing it internet access?

A: No – it is designed to have an IP address and accessed via the web.

Q: 6. Warranty?

A: This product has a manufacturer's Limited 2-Year Warranty.

Q: 7. Can it be used for Time Machine for mac?

A: Yes, the WD My Cloud Home 4TB 1-Bay Personal Cloud NAS Server (1 x 4TB) B&H # WEBVXC0040HW is compatible with Time Machine.

Q: 8. Will this work with Mac OS 11.2.1 Big Sur?

A: Yes, this item would be compatible with MacOS 11.2.1 Big Sur.

Q: 9. Would this be compatible with Mac OS Catalina

A: The WD My Cloud Home 8TB 1-Bay Personal Cloud NAS Server is compatible with MacOS Catalina.

Q: 10. I have two WD My Book Live, they need to be connected to ethernet port of the router and then via web interface you can create users and shares and define which user has full, read-only or no access to any created share - is it possible to do the same with WD My Cloud Home? I looked at the user manual and there is only some vague explanations of option to create users, no interface screenshots, etc.

A: Yes, the mycloud would be able to create users and shares and define which user has full, read-only or no access to any created share.