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I purchased this unit to replace an aging Sun server equipped with a SCSI Hardware RAID array that I have been using at home for years and that has become terribly inadequate in terms of storage capacity. I needed major more storage and I wanted to make certain that it would be reliable over the long term and easy to upgrade as the need arose.
The OBE (Out of the Box Experience) was excellent. I just slipped the drives (2x Seagate Barracuda Green 2TB SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-Inch Internal Bare Drive ST2000DL003) into the first two bays and plugged it in. I fired up the discovery tool and presto, the web management page came up and I configured the unit. It did take 8+ hours to format the 2TB mirror which I thought was a pretty long time.
Working my way through the menus I discovered the ability to add various Apps which NetGear calls Addons. The most valuable one was the ssh Addon that allowed me to ssh into the unit which as a Unix admin I was pleased to be able to do.
I setup the various shares and user accounts via the web interface and then scheduled rsync jobs to copy the data from my Sun/Solaris server directly to the ReadyNAS.
I also had a bunch of pictures and video on USB drives and found that they could be connected to the ReadyNAS and the files copied directly (using the ReadyNAS web interface) from the external USB drive to the ReadyNAS shares. Considering the GBytes of data that I had to deal with this saved me a bunch of time.
Once everything was on the ReadyNAS I found that I could then use an external USB drive as a backup device! I REALLY love this feature! It allows me to connect an external USB drive that I can then backup everything on the ReadyNAS to and keep that drive in a safe/alternative location for disaster recovery. It gives me the peace of mind of knowing that if the ReadyNAS were to ever fail I would have a complete copy of my files on a USB drive that I could attach directly to any Linux system or restore directly to another ReadyNAS.
The ReadyNAS also supports rsync which makes it very simple to setup regularly scheduled (from the ReadyNAS) backup jobs to offsite network storage. In addition you can schedule backups of your PCs directly from the ReadyNAS just using SMB and file sharing from each PC. This makes it pretty easy to backup any local files and settings from your PCs. Another great feature is the ability to make shares available using NFS so that any Unix/Linux system can mount shares directly from the ReadyNAS.
The performance is really very good - especially when compared to my former Sun/Solaris with hardware SCSI RAID with high performance SCSI drives. It may be old but it is still very fast and the ReadyNAS performed 30-40% faster than the Sun server. Quite a feat when you consider that I am using the 5900rpm Seagate Barracuda Green 2TB SATA 6Gb/s 64MB drives. Power consumption is between 45 and 110W depending on the level of activity and this is just 15% of the power consumption of my Sun server and way less noise. The ReadyNAS is almost inaudible!!
I am also impressed with the DLNA functionality. The ReadyNAS automagically appeared in the list of source on my Tivo and WD Live TV boxes and all music, video and picture were immediately accessible on those devices. No fuss!
For those that are Unix nerds - having the ssh app allows you to login to the console and you will find a pretty standard (although stripped down) Linux distribution. You can do any and all things that you would expect to do from the command line on any typical Linux system. I personally found it very useful when I was moving and re-arranging the tones of files and stuff because I was able to things much faster directly from the command line vs. using Windows Explorer or the web browser interface. Given the level of power that I have found, I intend to configure email service to fully replace the email services being performed by by Sun/Solaris system and once that is complete I will be able to turn off the Sun power hog.
I would highly recommend the RNDP400U to anyone who wants to have a solid, high performance NAS whether at home or at the office. The ability to have scheduled backup to a connected USB drive as well as network backup to other servers using rsync (whether another ReadyNAS or Unix system)and also to the ReadyNAS Vault - an offsite data storage service offered directly by NetGear and bundled with the RNDP400U which provides a 2 year trial of ReadyNAS Vault with 2GB of storage for Free.
If you travel or want access to the stuff you have on the ReadyNAS Netgear provides web and ftp remote access and they also have a PC based ReadyNAS Remote that allows secure remote access to shares on the ReadyNAS without complicated router or VPN setup. Access from Windows and Macs are over File Explorer and Finder, so you can easily drag & drop files like you would normally do in your LAN environment. To use ReadyNAS Remote, you will need to install a small client on your PC or Mac and you're ready to go.
The plethora of file sharing and streaming protocols is impressive fully supporting just about anything our digital media world could ask for and if it isn't built in there are Netgear offered addons and a vibrant community/open source that has all sorts of addons available as well. It is in fact the vibrancy of the ReadyNAS community that I find is a good indicator of how successful this product is and how likely it is to be supported well into the future. The open architecture of the ReadyNAS allows it to be used for far more than just a file server.
After having the ReadyNAS in my home for several months I can say that I am very satisfied with it and have recommended to my friends and colleagues for their home and/or business needs. I am quite sure that anyone who purchases this or a similar/newer model will likely be very satisfied.
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Netgear Readynas Ultra 4 Plus Price
| List Price: | $935.00 |
| Price: | $737.99
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Netgear Readynas Ultra 4 Plus Overview
Designed for digital media enthusiasts, the NETGEAR ReadyNAS Ultra 4 Plus Home Media Server enables you to store, share, and protect your digital media files and access them easily across all of your networked devices, including your TiVo. It's equipped with four drive bays along with a dual-core processor for maximum performance. NETGEAR data-backup services are included.
Equipped with four drive bays and a dual-core processor for maximum performance. View larger. Stream and Share Music, Videos, and More at Faster SpeedsFeaturing a 1.6GHz Intel Atom dual-core processor, the NETGEAR ReadyNAS Ultra 4 Plus runs 30-percent faster than the ReadyNAS Ultra 4 systems--making it easy to store, share, and protect your home data while running cutting-edge applications. Stream music, movies, and more from one centralized network location in your home. Specifically, the Ultra 4 Plus enables you to take music, videos, and other media with you anytime, anywhere, and on any screen. The Ultra 4 Plus is DLNA-certified, which means that you can use it as a media server to stream your music, photos, and videos to any networked device within your home, including your TiVo box. You can also record your favorite shows using your TiVo DVR, back them up with your Ultra 4 Plus, and watch them whenever you want. Back Up Your Important Files with EaseWith the Ultra 4 Plus, you can back up all of your multimedia files in one central location without worrying about manual backups, cumbersome USB drives, or other direct-attached storage options. Simply schedule your continuous or reoccurring backup jobs, and the Ultra 4 Plus will ensure that all of your digital content is saved instantly and securely. Fast and easy to install, the ReadyNAS Ultra 4 Plus can even back up non-protected shows from your TiVo box. |
| Stream Content to Your Mobile Device Your Ultra 4 Plus lets you shift your media and stream it to any remote DLNA-rendering device using Skifta technology. Simply download the Skifta client, create your place, shift your media, and press play. Additionally, using the free streaming software, Orb, home users can stream their media content inside and outside the home over a Wi-Fi or 3G/4G connection. Orb allows the Ultra 4 Plus to transcode multimedia files on the fly and stream them to a mobile device. All you need is the Ultra 4 Plus, an Internet or 3G/4G connection, and a handheld device with the Orb Live app* installed. |
| Multiple Layers of Data Protection The Ultra 4 Plus offers multiple layers of protection for your multimedia data. ReadyNAS Vault--a unique, cloud-based backup service--allows you to customize your own disaster recovery plan. In the event of a disk failure, hardware or software virus, theft, fire, a flood, or another disaster, the service will restore your most critical files with a simple click. This product ships with 2 GB of ReadyNAS Vault services included for two years. Access the ReadyNAS Ultra 4 Plus RemotelyUsing the ReadyNAS Remote** feature, you can drag and drop files on your Ultra 4 Plus remotely without complicated network setups. In addition, the Ultra 4 Plus comes with an Rsync service that allows you to replicate and synchronize files between two ReadyNAS devices. The Ultra 4 Plus is a diskless device, so you can install your own drives and add whatever capacity you need. It features bay space for four drives, and it can accommodate most 3.5-inch SATA drives. A pair of gigabyte Ethernet ports delivers exceptionally fast connections, while three USB ports offer the flexibility to connect other devices with a USB connection, such as printers, external USB storage devices, or digital cameras. NETGEAR also offers two-bay and six-bay versions of the ReadyNAS Ultra Plus. The ReadyNAS Ultra 4 Plus Home Media Server is backed by a three-year NETGEAR hardware warranty. |
| What's in the Box ReadyNAS Ultra 4 Plus Home Media Server. |
**ReadyNAS Remote app is sold separately on iTunes. The app is compatible with the iPhone/iPod/iPad only.
Netgear Readynas Ultra 4 Plus Feature
- 4-bay DLNA Certified NAS System with anytime multimedia streaming features
- Uses Intel Dual Core Processor for maximum performance for cutting-edge prosumers (advanced home users/media enthusiasts)
- First NAS system to offer mobile access and streaming using Orb transcoding add-
- First NAS system to offer remote DLNA media streaming using Skifta media shifting add-on
- First NAS system to be certified TiVo Compatible, allowing users to extend the capacity of their TiVo DVRs -
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Netgear Readynas Ultra 4 Plus Detail
- Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.3 x 8.1 inches ; 10.4 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 13 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
- Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
- ASIN: B004AM61Y8
- Item model number: RNDP400U-100NAS
