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LaCie 5big Network 2
$895.00
Released January, 2010
The Pros:A nice choice of RAID modes + really easy RAID configuration. Eco management that allows to reduce power consumption. Dual LAN interface allows to double the transfer rates.
The Cons:Very heavy. The blue button in front is a bit annoying.
The 5big Network 2 is a 5-bay RAID server from LaCie, available in 5TB, 7.5TB and 10TB capacities. The manufacturer claims this product sees network file transfer performance up to 70MB/s. LaCie recommends the 5big Network 2 for up to 300 users.
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All of the major RAID modes are supported, including RAID 5 and 6 to protect against disk failure. Additional functionality includes iSCSI support, allowing users to mount the 5big network 2 as a local share on their computer. Two Gigabit Ethernet ports are built-in, allowing for failover and load balancing between two connections. Using USB or eSATA, administrators can also backup content on the 5big Network 2 to an external hard drive. This feature adds extra security and data portability to any given network. CDROM-based software is included in the box.
Features
- 5 hard drive bays
- Supports up to 300 users
- Apple Time Machine compatible
- Print server
- Web-based interface
- NAS to external drive backup
- RAID 0/1/5/5+spare/6
- 2 x Gigabit Ethernet
- 2 x eSATA, 2 x USB 2.0
- 3-Year limited warranty
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A nice choice of RAID modes + really easy RAID configuration
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Eco management that allows to reduce power consumption
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Dual LAN interface allows to double the transfer rates
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Simple and user friendly administration.
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Allows sharing content easily and instantly within Windows or Mac based workgroups using active directory.
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Compatible with Mac's Time Machine
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Aluminum casing, which is good for heat dissipation
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Allows UPS monitoring. UPS is instantly recognized by 5big, no need to install anything
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Nice choice of licensed software for PC (Genie Back up manager) and for Mac (Intego)
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Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports
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Dual LAB interface allows to double the transfer rates
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The blue button in front is a bit annoying
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