Network Media Player With Storage

Ultra Compact. Ultra Quiet. Ultra Reliable. Buffalo's 2nd generation LinkStation Mini is 150% faster than previous model and comes in a glossy black chassis. Ultra compact, fan-less, network attached, dual-drive data storage device. Its palm sized form factor and very quiet operation make this NAS unit an ideal addition to your entertainment center. Its low power consumption is attractive for those leaving the unit powered on 24/7. The built-in Web Access feature lets you access your files anytime via a Web browser from anywhere! A built-in DLNA CERTIFIED media server makes streaming audio and visual content to any DLNA player or PC a snap. Business class features like Active Directory support make this portable NAS a good solution for IT personnel that have to serve remote office locations.

Size: 500 GB (2 x 250 GB) Color: Black Brand: Buffalo Technology Model: LS-WSX500L/R1 Platform: Windows Format: CD-ROM Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 8.90" h x 3.71" w x 6.10" l, 1.80 pounds Fan-less. ultra-quiet operation Web Access: Share your photos, music, videos or data files with family, friends and colleagues over the Internet Shared Storage: Store and share files from multiple PCs, laptops and Mac computers in one central location Time Machine Support: Use the LinkStation Duo with Time Machine backup DLNA CERTIFIED and iTunes Servers: Stream content to any DLNA compatible media player or use LinkStation Duo as content source from within your iTunes application

Buffalo’s dual drive LinkStation Mini network storage server offers a variety of features for home and business users in a tiny, compact package. Paired with two 2.5” hard drives, the LinkStation Mini is the smallest NAS on the market, fitting in the palm of your hand. The LinkStation Mini LS-WSXL/R1 succeeds the highly popular LS-WSGL/R1, touting increased performance and a new user interface. Compact Shared Storage The LinkStation Mini dual drive home server is the perfect space-saving solution for storing and sharing all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Its fan-less, dual drive architecture offers complete data redundancy and fault tolerance through RAID 1 disk configuration, providing a mirror copy of all your data. So, in the case of a drive failure, your files will be complete and available without interruption. Plus, without a fan, the LinkStation Mini maintains near silent operation – ideal for the desktop or family media center. Seamless Streaming with DLNA Enjoying your photo, music, and video collections over your home network is made easy with a built-in DLNA CERTIFIED™ media server. This provides interoperability between PC, mobile, and consumer electronics, assuring seamless integration and functionality. Store, share and stream your favorites freely! Share Files from Anywhere! While on the go, Buffalo’s WebAccess feature gives you an easy-to-use remote access solution. Your data is now available from anywhere in the world over the Internet using any web browser. It’s fast and simple – no software required! You can even share your favorites with family and friends. Additionally, Buffalo’s WebAccess is optimized for the iPhone®, so you can stream music and movies over 3G directly to your iPhone without the need to sync content. Additional features include a remote power management tool and UPS support for emergency power in the event of a power outage. Also, a USB 2.0 port is available to add an external hard drive for expanded capacity or a direct backup, or add a printer to the network using the integrated print server. Measuring a mere 1.6 x 3.2 x 5.3 inches and weighing in just over 1 pound, the LinkStation Mini really packs a punch. Key Features and Benefits Compact Form Factor: Paired with two 2.5” hard drives, the LinkStation Mini is the smallest NAS on the market and fits in the palm of your hand RAID 0 and RAID 1 Support: Get maximum reliability with automatic data mirroring in RAID 1 or maximum storage with two striped hard drives in RAID 0 Near Silent Operation: Fanless design ensures reliable, silent operation in noise-sensitive settings Power Management Optional power savings mode automatically powers the LinkStation Mini on and off with your PC (requires installation of NAS Navigator) DLNA CERTIFIED™ and iTunes® Servers: Stream content directly to any DLNA compatible media player or use LinkStation Mini as content source from within your iTunes application BitTorrent® Client: Download digital content over the Internet directly to your LinkStation Mini WebAccess: Share your photos, music, videos or data files with family, friends and colleagues over the Internet with a standard browser or Apple iPhone® Active Directory Support: Join to an existing Active Directory Domain for Windows® user authentication and folder level permissions USB Port: Attach a printer to the network, add a USB hard drive for additional storage or backup, or connect to a UPS for shutdown management Time Machine® Compatibility: Works perfectly with Time Machine to back up your Mac computer No Annual or Monthly Fees to use any features or services, including Web Access with iPhone support, or to add multiple users and groups Free 24/7 Tech Support: US-based tech support for life of the product The LinkStation Mini LS-WSXL/R1 shared storage solution is backed by a one-year limited warranty and lifetime 24/7 US based technical support. What’s in the Box LinkStation Mini, Quick Setup Guide, Ethernet Cable, Power Supply, and Warranty Statement

Most helpful customer reviews 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Great product, excellent value! By Iris M. Waal I was looking for a network attached storage system with a small footprint and low power requirement that was RAID1 configurable. The Buffalo unit exceeded my expectations - it was easy to install on my network of 4 computers and I'm well satisfied with its performance and ease of use. Well done! 1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Lack of Support By Daniel Pires OSX Lion was announced about a year ago now, BUFFALO failed to work on a firmware update even though Apple released the OS to developers months before it's launch. So if you intend to buy this product for the TIME MACHINE feature on your MAC, well you my friend are SOL. So what's worse then misleading advertising on the box and on Amazon (that clearly states Time Machine Compatible)? The fact that this item may not even get the firmware update needed because it's an older model. Yep, I just got off the phone with their tech support and that's the message they gave me. So let me ge this straight, I bought this item in the Spring, used it for about 3 months at which point I updated my PC to Lion and now I have nothing more then a paper weight?! BUFFALO you've seen my last dollar. Looking though their forums you'll find many whom unlike me don't use this for their home, instead they rely on BUFFALO to provide their business with back ups and server needs. I can't even imagine the costs, damages and headaches they must be going through. If you're still interested in this model leave a message, I'd like to get rid of this paper weight. 4 of 9 people found the following review helpful. Memeo Software Fail By mdg Do not, repeat do not buy this because MEMEO software is the most intrusive software I have ever seen. I spent 1 day having to remove it from my system - DANGER See all 4 customer reviews...