The Buffalo 4TB LinkStation 210 - Network Storage Solutionfrom Buffalo 4TB LinkStation 210 - Network Storage Solutionis a personal NAS storage device designed to streamline the process of accessing and backing up your data. With a 4TB capacity you can store a variety of files including photos, videos, movies, music, and more. Those stored files can then be accessed by multiple users simultaneously as this NAS storage drive comes equipped with one Gigabit Ethernet port. In addition to Gigabit Ethernet, the Linkstation 210 also comes with one USB 2.0 port to attach external storage devices for easy file transfers.

The LinkStation 210 comes compatible with both Mac and Windows computers and mobile devices running both iOS and Android. You can even setup this storage device directly from your smartphone or tablet, no computer needed. Once configured, you can utilize the integrated backup software to create system backups of critical data as the LinkStation 210 comes with 5 licenses of NovaBACKUP Professional for Winodws and Time Machine support for multiple Mac computers.

4TB Storage Capacity    SATA 3 Gb/s Drive Interface    1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port    1 x USB 2.0 Port    Enhanced Network File Services    Create Your Own Personal Cloud    Twonky, DLNA Server, iTunes Server    Free Remote Access Service

The LinkStation 210 offers makes it easy to store, organize and back up all of your media files and documents in one secure, easily accessible location. Use it at home or in your small office for reliable storage and backup.

With a 4TB storage capacity, the LinkStation 210 provides a reliable, central location to store and protect all data from every PC and Mac computer, tablet device and smartphone in your home or small office. Store, access and share files from anywhere over your wireless network at speeds up to twice as fast as a standard USB hard drive.

The LinkStation 210 includes Twonky, a DLNA server, and it can be used as an iTunes server to stream all of your music, movies and shows to multiple devices simultaneously.

Set up the LinkStation 210 with your smartphone or tablet without the need for a computer.

Buffalo's free WebAccess service allows you to create a personal cloud for easy remote access and file sharing with anyone, anywhere over the Internet. Your data remains securely stored in one place on your home network, but you can access it quickly from any computer, iPhone, iPad, Android or Windows mobile device over the web.

LinkStation 210 features 5 licenses of NovaBACKUP Professional for Windows and Time Machine support for multiple Mac computers for whole home data backup.

LinkStation 210 runs on Buffalo's LinkStation NAS System, providing a host of features including network file sharing and security to RAID management, remote access and more.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. is it compatible with windows xp?

A: yes, here's a listWindows 10 Windows 8 (32-bit/64-bit) Windows 8.1 (32-bit/64-bit) Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit) Windows Vista (32-bit/64-bit) Windows XP Windows 2000 Windows Server 2012 Windows Server 2008 Windows Server 2003 Windows 2000 Server Mac OS X up to 10.10*

Q: 2. what version of the SMB protocol?

A: According to the manufacturer all current versions are SMB 2 or newer.

Q: 3. Is this unit compatible with windows 11???

A: Yes, the Buffalo 4TB DriveStation Duo is compatible with Windows 11.

Q: 4. Spec says it includes only one 4TB drive. How come it is sold as '8TB' NAS?

A: It looks like there is an error on the specs, the Buffalo 8TB LinkStation 220 Personal Cloud Storage NAS Drive BH #BULS220D0802 does include 2 x 4TB drives. I have submitted the web error to our web team and it should be updated as soon as possible. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Q: 5. Where is this manufactured? Is it made in Japan or somewhere else?

A: At this time this Buffalo 8TB DriveStation Duo, country of origin would be the country of Japan.

Q: 6. What is the maximum hdd drive?

A: 4.0TB X 2

Q: 7. is there a limit to drive size for this unit? can it handle 2x18tb for example? has anyone tested Raid 1 on large drives?

A: According to the manufacture, the Buffalo 8TB DriveStation Duo should work with larger drive sizes, but they have not tested it with any drives other than the ones that ship with the enclosure, so there is currently no hard line spec on larger drive capacity, and, they also have said that removing the origional drives may void the warranty, so while we believe you could use 18TB drives in this enclosure, it may not be the best enclosure for the job.

Q: 8. can i use 2x10tb in this unit? i use raid 1

A: Yes, you can use two 10 TB 3.5" SATA hard drives in the Buffalo 8TB DriveStation Duo.

Q: 9. Can these drives be upgraded with larger capacities or even SSD drives?

A: The Buffalo LinkStation SoHo 720 8TB 2-Bay NAS Server is compatible with a wide variety of replacement drives, but only up to a maximum of 16TB on board.

Q: 10. Can I put larger drives in this, 8TB for example? Is there a limit to drive size and what is it?

A: Yes, this model will work with 8TB drives.