The 5big Office + is one of LaCie’s latest prosumer NAS devices, updated with a 1.6GHz Dual-core Intel 64-bit Atom processor and 2GB of RAM. LaCie has swapped its standard NAS OS found in other LaCie solutions for Windows Storage Server 2008 R2 Essentials in the 5big Office + to better fit into Windows-based environments.
LaCie’s 4big Rack Office: Small Business Storage With Remote and Cloud Access
Lacie’s new 4big Rack Office supports secured RAID 1 and RAID 5 modes and automatic backups for up to 10 PCs and three Macs. The 4big Rack Office enables small businesses share up to 8TB of storage within the office and from the road using Windows’ remote access feature. It also includes 100GB of complimentary
Imation Introduces RDX Media Secure with CyberSafe Encryption
Imation today announced the availability of Imation RDX Media Secure with CyberSafe Pro Security Technology, the first RDX media with built-in encryption and cryptographic erase. All data written to its RDX media can be automatically encrypted after a one-time driver activation. The Imation RDX Media Secure can be used with existing direct-attach RDX docking stations
Accelerating Remote Copy with Windows 8 ODX [STA 2012]
Windows Server 8 Beta includes new Offloaded Data Transfer (ODX) technology, which uses extended copy commands to rapidly move massive amounts of data with lower CPU usage and network bandwidth. Sponsors including Microsoft, Dell, HP, NetApp and IBM at the 2012 SCSI Trade Association (STA) Technology Showcase demonstrated how ODX-accelerated transfers may be used in
DSI Launches Virtual Tape Library Suite
Dynamic Solutions International has announced DSI300, a new suite of virtual tape appliances designed to reduce much of the complexity and maintenance of traditional tape backup systems. The new DSI virtual tape library solutions include the entry-level DSI300-VV8, mid-range DSI300-M16, and the DSI300-EV0 for customers with extensive capacity needs. Each of the new DSI solutions
Netgear Launches ReadyNAS Surveillance for Small Business
Netgear has announced the release of ReadyNAS Surveillance, an integrated IP surveillance solution that incorporates surveillance software, storage, switching, and network management. Designed to work with existing infrastructure, ReadyNAS Surveillance is intended to serve organizations that need a relatively small number of cameras, but also need flexible endpoint options and access to recorded video via
Quantums’s New Cloud-Based Data Protection Announced
Quantum has announced a new software platform to aid customers in taking advantage of cloud-based data protection through a highly optimized, flexible approach that overcomes cloud limitations. The new platform is centered on Quantum vmPRO technology as well as its new virtual deduplication appliance, DXi V1000, which was also unveiled today. In addition, the all-virtual
Xyratex OneStor 2584 Announced
Xyratex has announced the OneStor 2584, an ultra dense storage platform for Original OEM providers targeting converged infrastructure solutions and scale-out storage systems for the cloud and data centers. OneStor 2584 was designed to provide a solution to data management challenges with its flexible and scalable architecture. The solution offers a versatile enterprise storage solution
QNAP TS-879 Pro 10GbE Review
The QNAP TS-879 Pro is QNAP’s latest entry in the SMB NAS space. The TS-879 Pro is an eight-bay unit that is designed to be used for backups, file sharing, mass storage and the like. While certainly tageted at the SMB, QNAP has loaded the TS-879 Pro with features that may broaden its appeal for
Iomega StorCenter PX Server Class Series Announced
Iomega has announced the global launch of the Iomega StorCenter PX Server Class Series of network storage products, a new line of high-performance desktop and rackmount NAS devices using server class drives. The StorCenter PX Server Class Series offers the highest levels of performance and advanced data protection for small to medium-sized businesses, remote offices,



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