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Best NAS

So, you're not ready for rack-mount storage yet, but you need more than just an external hard drive to serve a few clients. It's time to look at Network Attached Storage (NAS).

Review

Netgear's ReadyNAS Ultra 6 is still a good NAS, but its edge has been dulled by the likes of QNAP. X-RAID 2 and ReadyNAS Vault are compelling features though, and if you need these it might be worth a look.

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Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Net

Playing with the GoFlex Net started with us bridling at how limited the box was, and ended with us falling in love with its simplicity.

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Apple Time Capsule (2TB, Late 2009)

The Apple Time Capsule is a convenient and simple wireless router and NAS server combo for your home. Unfortunately, you can find better deals on devices that offer greater storage space and many more features for the price.

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Iomega iConnect Wireless Data Station

The iConnect Wireless Data Station is 1 barebones wireless NAS that accepts external USB drives and acts as a print server.

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Netgear Stora MS2110

One of the cheapest network storage units on the market, the Netgear Stora comes with lots of features and with minimal hassle.

Latest News

Synology adds TV recording and more to its NAS with DSM 4.1 OS

Synology has announced the release of v4.1 of the Disk Station Manager operating system for NAS servers, which adds improvements and features to existing DiskStation NAS servers.

Western Digital adds Dropbox access to its WD 2go app

While the effort to combine NAS and Dropbox is only partly executed, it's still a welcome addition.

Synology's DS213air includes a wireless hotspot

Synology's newest NAS includes a wireless receiver, which can also be configured as a hotspot.

Best NAS Buyers' Guide

So, you're not ready for rack-mount storage yet, but you need more than just an external hard drive to serve a few clients. It's time to look at Network Attached Storage (NAS). 2

Netgear ReadyNAS Duo: bittorrent media streamer

As NAS heats up in the consumer market, devices get smarter and easier to use. Netgear's latest has a comprehensive set of features set to excite.

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Review | Storage

Buffalo CloudStation Pro Duo (2TB)

Those looking for more power and flexibility should stick with standard NAS, but, for everyone else, Buffalo's CloudStation offers what pretty much every PogoPlug device does: a simple, worry-free storage facility. 1
Review | Computers

Western Digital MyBook Live Duo

Western Digital's MyBook Live Duo is a good entry point into the world of NAS. The lack of active cooling is a concern, though — make sure that it's in a position where it can vent its heat easily. 2
Review | Computers

QNAP TS-879 Pro

QNAP's NAS products are still excellent and incredibly flexible devices. If you're in the market for an eight-bay NAS, then put this one on your list.
Review | Internet & Networking

Synology DS2411+

While the DS2411+ could do with a little aesthetic tweaking hardware-wise, Synology maintains its reputation in delivering an excellent product, particularly on the software side.
Review | Internet & Networking

Thecus N8900

Thecus continues its "rough diamond" reputation. It certainly costs less to go Thecus rather than the competition, but it comes with firmware quirks that will ultimately keep it out of the server room.
Review | Internet & Networking

Netgear ReadyNAS Ultra 6

Netgear's ReadyNAS Ultra 6 is still a good NAS, but its edge has been dulled by the likes of QNAP. X-RAID 2 and ReadyNAS Vault are compelling features though, and if you need these it might be worth a look.