A Network Attached Storage (NAS) review on NeoSeeker? What gives?
Sometimes we just have to do something a bit different.
We all use computers, and let's face it - we often end up supporting our family's and friends' computers. Today, more likely than not, a typical family will have several computers - giving us essentially the same scenario as a small business might have:
- a need for shared file space
- a need for multi-media storage
- and a desire to painlessly make backups
There are a LOT of NAS devices on the market right now. Today we will be looking at the QNAP TS-109 Pro.
As you can see from the shot above, the unit itself is reasonably attractive, frankly it looks like an external 3.5" drive with more LED's. The solid metal construction feels hefty and re-assuring; it feels like you are getting something for your money. And there are a lot of blinking lights on the front that will reassure novices that their new purchase is indeed doing something!
The back - and side - of the box list the many features of the device:
- File Server - for Windows, Unix and Apple networks
- FTP Server - for files that are too big to email
- Backup Server - includes NetBack Replicator, for multi-PC automatic backup
- Enhanced Data Protection - optional RAID-1 with the addition of an external eSATA or USB drive
- Remote Replication - back up your TS-109 to a remote NAS
- Web Server - with PHP and MySQL support
- MySQL Server - SQL server for your network
- Printer Server - share a USB printer among the PC's on your network
- UPnP Media Server - share your photo's and music in your home
- MultiMedia Station - automatic web based browsing with thumbnails of your photos
- Download Server - automatic BitTorrent, FTP and HTTP downloading without your PC
- iTunes Server - share your music on all your local Mac's and PC's
The TS-109 Pro also supports Windows Active Directory Services.
Here are the hardware specifications:
| Processor: |
SoC 500MHz
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| Memory: |
128MB DDR II RAM, 8MB Flash
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| HDD Capacity: |
1 x 3.5" SATA I/II HDD, up to 1TB, expandable to 2TB via eSATA/USB (the HDD is not included)
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| LAN Port: |
1 x Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet port
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| LED Indicators: |
USB, Status, eSATA, HDD, LAN, Power
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| USB: |
3 x USB 2.0, support USB printer,
disk, digital camera, pen drive, card reader, USB hub
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| eSATA: |
1 x eSATA port
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| Buttons: |
Intelligent USB auto copy button
Power Button
Reset Button
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| Alarm Buzzer: |
System warning
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| Form Factor: |
Portable desktop
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| Dimensions: |
210(D) x 60(W) x 182(H) mm
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| Weight: |
Net weight: 1.2Kg
Gross weight: 2.1Kg
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| Operation Environment: |
Temperature 0~35°C
Humidity 0~95% R.H
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| Power Supply: |
External power adapter, 12V, 36W, 100~240V
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| Power Consumption: |
Sleep mode 6.6W
In operation 14.4W
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| Energy-saving Design: |
Fanless, HDD sleep mode
Low power consumption & noise-free
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| Thermal Solution: |
Heat dissipation by aluminum case
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| Secure Design: |
K-Lock security slot for theft prevention
Power cord hook for kicking-off prevention
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