Buffalo LinkStation 441 8TB NAS (LS441D0804-EU)

Quicklinx:	B9Q9WS00
Mfr#:	LS441D0804-EU

Description

The LS441D is ready for intensive data storage tasks and when fully populated, users can choose from multiple levels of RAID support for customized capacity and redundancy according to their specific needs. And no matter where you go, all your data is accessible from any web browser or with Buffalo's free apps for Android, iOS, and Windows Phone. And with Buffalo's Private Cloud solution users' data stays protected in the physical location of the device - not off-site in a third party's data center. Back at home, Buffalo's new LinkStation is DLNA compatible, and Twonky Beam ready, and can stream multiple HD films simultaneously allowing each family member to watch their favorite film, on their own device, at the same time. The LS441 can also stream high-end DSD audio files without losing quality.

Features

Built-in BitTorrent
Download media files directly to your LinkStation 441D without having to power up your PC with the built-in BitTorrent client. A BitTorrent client is a program that uses the BitTorrent protocol to manage large file downloads and uploads over the Internet.
Quick and easy setup
The LS441D is fast and ready for intensive data storage tasks and can even be set up via Smartphones with a new mobile optimized and intuitive interface.
Direct stream digital (DSD)
Stream digital music in studio quality - the LS441D series has Direct Stream Digital (DSD) playback and streams high-end audio files without losing quality. Buffalo is working together with major Audio equipment brands to ensure compatibility with most network-capable AV Receivers, Players, and Streamers and DSD-native and DSD over PCM file formats.
Gigabit Ethernet port 10/100/1000
Gigabit Ethernet port enabled for high-speed network connectivity.
Built-in FTP and print servers
Access your LinkStation 441D files via the built-in FTP server or print from anywhere on your network via the built-in print server, using USB 2.0 printer.
Restricted network access
Set access to network at group and user security levels to protect data.
Seamlessly wired to iTunes
Access music files stored on your LinkStation 441D with your iTunes software.
Active directory support
Works as a client in an active directory domain allowing the LinkStation 441D to utilize the domain users and groups.
Backup for multiple Mac computers
Supports Apple Time Machine - for backing up multiple Mac computers.
Backup for LinkStations
Schedule backups from one LinkStation to another over your LAN network or to an external hard disk drive via USB.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description: BUFFALO LinkStation 441D - NAS server - 8 TB

Device Type: NAS server

Host Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet

Total Storage Capacity: 8 TB

Max Supported Capacity: 16 TB

Installed Devices / Modules Qty: 4 (installed) / 4 (max)

Dimensions (WxDxH): 17.7 cm x 22.7 cm x 12.75 cm

Weight: 5.4 kg ()

Processor: 1 x Marvell ARMADA 370 1.2 GHz (Dual-Core)

Storage Controller: RAID SATA 3Gb/s RAID RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD

Hard Drive: 4 x 2 TB SATA 3Gb/s

Networking: 10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, GigE

RAM: 512 MB

Power: AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)

System Requirements: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005, Apple MacOS X 10.6 or later, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Server 2008 (32/64-bits), Microsoft Windows Phone 7, Windows 8 (32/64 bits), Android 2.3 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 (32/64-bits), Apple iOS 5.0 or later, Windows 8.1 (32/64 bits), Windows Phone 8, Microsoft Windows RT 8.1, Microsoft Windows RT 8

Manufacturer Warranty: 2-year warranty

Detailed Specification

General

Device Type: NAS server

Host Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet

Total Storage Capacity: 8 TB

Max Supported Capacity: 16 TB

Installed Devices / Modules Qty: 4 (installed) / 4 (max)

Width: 17.7 cm

Depth: 22.7 cm

Height: 12.75 cm

Weight: 5.4 kg ()

Enclosure Colour: Black

Processor / Memory

Processors Installed: 1 x Marvell ARMADA 370 1.2 GHz

Number of Cores: Dual-Core

Max Supported Qty: 1

RAM: 512 MB DDR3

Storage Controller

Type: RAID

Interface Type: SATA 3Gb/s

RAID Level: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, JBOD

Hard Drive

Type: HDD - 2.5" / 3.5" shared

Capacity: 4 x 2 TB

Interface Type: SATA 3Gb/s

Networking

Data Link Protocol: 10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, GigE

Network / Transport Protocol: TCP/IP, Bonjour

Remote Management Protocol: HTTP, HTTPS

Network Services Compatibility: Microsoft Active Directory (AD), Microsoft CIFS, FTP, Server Message Block (SMB), Apple File Protocol (AFP), HTTP, HTTPS

Features: iTunes server, Buffalo Web Access, BitTorrent Client, DLNA Media Server, Apple Time Machine compatible, NTP time synchronisation

Compliant Standards: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, DLNA CERTIFIED

Expansion / Connectivity

Expansion Bays: 4 (total) / 0 (free) x internal - 2.5" / 3.5"

Interfaces: 1 x Ethernet 1000Base-T - RJ-45 , 1 x USB 2.0 - Type A , 2 x USB 3.0 - Type A

Miscellaneous

Features: UPS support

Power

Power Device: External power adapter

Voltage Required: AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)

Power Consumption Operational: 28 Watt

Software / System Requirements

Software Included: NovaBACKUP Workstation - Buffalo Edition (5 licences)

OS Required: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005, Apple MacOS X 10.6 or later, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Server 2008 (32/64-bits), Microsoft Windows Phone 7, Windows 8 (32/64 bits), Android 2.3 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 (32/64-bits), Apple iOS 5.0 or later, Windows 8.1 (32/64 bits), Windows Phone 8, Microsoft Windows RT 8.1, Microsoft Windows RT 8

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support: Limited warranty - 2 years

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature: 5 °C

Max Operating Temperature: 35 °C

Humidity Range Operating: 20 - 80% (non-condensing)