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• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The DiskStation DS712+ is one of the best dual-bay NAS servers on the market, for both home and office environments. It's also one of the few that offer storage scalability for those who want to start small and add more capacity later. Read review

Specs: Synology Disk Station DS712+ - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, 7 pin external Serial ATA, Hot-swap, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

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  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: WD My Book Live Duo WDBVHT0080JCH - NAS server, 8 TB, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, Standard, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The new 2TB Time Capsule brings improved price competitiveness and faster networking performance to Apple's Wi-Fi router/NAS drive combo device, which will satisfy consumers in need of a multipurpose networking device. Read review

Specs: Apple Time Capsule NAS server, 3 TB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, IEEE 802.11a, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.1 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Netgear ReadyNAS NV+ v2 makes a decent NAS server for homes and small offices that need lots of storage space. Read review

Specs: NETGEAR ReadyNAS NV+ RND4000 v2 - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, Unix, RJ-45, Hot-swap, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: If you're in the market for raw speed and lots of storage space, the N4800eco will deliver, but those wanting more should keep looking. Read review

Specs: Thecus Technology N4800Eco - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, Unix, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, 9 pin USB Type A, 7 pin external Serial ATA, Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 19 pin HDMI Type A, 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), Hot-swap, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Synology Disk Station DS413 - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, 9 pin USB Type A, 7 pin external Serial ATA, Standard, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

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  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Drobo 5N - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, Hot-swap, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Despite the lack of features, the LaCie 5big NAS Pro is an excellent buy, thanks to its superfast performance, ease of use, and massive capacity. Read review

Specs: LaCie 5big NAS Pro - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, 9 pin USB Type A, 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), Hot-swap, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: NETGEAR ReadyNAS 102 RN10223D - NAS server, 6 TB, Mac, PC, Unix, RJ-45, Hot-swap, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.9 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Apple Time Capsule is a convenient and simple wireless router and NAS server combo for your home. Unfortunately, especially in the case of the 1TB version, you can find better deals on devices that offer greater storage space and many more features for the price. Read review

Specs: Apple Time Capsule NAS server, 1 TB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: NETGEAR ReadyNAS 104 RN10421D - NAS server, 2 TB, Mac, PC, Unix, RJ-45, Hot-swap, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The ReadyNAS Ultra 4 is a workhorse NAS server best suited for home- or small-office environments, where heavy data sharing and backups are required. Read review

Specs: NETGEAR ReadyNAS Ultra 4 - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, Unix, RJ-45, Hot-swap, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 1 review

Specs: WD My Book Live Duo WDBVHT0060JCH - NAS server, 6 TB, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, Standard, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 7 reviews

The Bottom Line: The HP Media Vault MV2120 is a two-bay NAS drive that novice networkers will find simple to set up and use. While it offers flexible expansion options with a free internal drive bay and two USB ports, the intrusive Media Vault software and lack of a print server dampen our enthusiasm a bit. Read review

Specs: HP Media Vault mv2120 - Network drive, 500 GB, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, Removable, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: HP's Media Vault is a storage drive that offers an easy way to back up files from your networked PCs, along with the ability to stream your digital media files to other networked devices in your home. We really like this drive. Read review

Specs: HP Media Vault MV2020 - Network drive, 500 GB, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Synology Disk Station DS713+ - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, 7 pin external Serial ATA, 4 pin USB Type A, Hot-swap, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.9 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Apple Time Capsule is a convenient and simple wireless router and NAS server combo for your home. Unfortunately, especially in the case of the 1TB version, you can find better deals on devices that offer greater storage space and many more features for the price. Read review

Specs: Apple Time Capsule NAS server, 500 GB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The tiniest of NAS drives, the Buffalo LinkStation Mini keeps up with its full-size competition in terms of both features and performance. However, you'll pay a premium price for this small, silent networked drive. Read review

Specs: BUFFALO LinkStation Mini NAS server, 1 TB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 5 reviews

Specs: LaCie 2big Network 2 - NAS server, 4 TB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, 7 pin external Serial ATA, 4 pin USB Type B, Hot-swap, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 8 reviews

Specs: LaCie 2big NAS server, 6 TB, PC, Mac, 4 pin USB Type A, 7 pin external Serial ATA, RJ-45, Hot-swap, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: QNAP TS-469L Turbo NAS - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, Unix, 7 pin external Serial ATA, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, 9 pin USB Type A, 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 19 pin HDMI Type A, Hot-swap, Gigabit Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: QNAP TS-269 Pro - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, 7 pin external Serial ATA, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, 9 pin USB Type A, Hot-swap, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: QNAP TS-269L Turbo NAS - NAS server, 0 GB, Mac, PC, RJ-45, 9 pin USB Type A, 4 pin USB Type A, 7 pin external Serial ATA, Hot-swap, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: NETGEAR ReadyNAS Ultra 2 - NAS server, 2 TB, Mac, PC, Unix, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, 9 pin USB Type A, Hot-swap, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: HP Media Vault Pro mv5140 - Network drive, 1 TB, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Removable, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet