Manage updates with the Download AppHP Media Vault MV2120 (500GB)
Manufacturer: HP Part number: GX662AA#ABA
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- User reviews
- Specifications
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- 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.
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CNET editors' review
HP Media Vault MV2120 (500GB) price range: $431.34
- Reviewed by: Dong Ngo
- Reviewed on: 06/26/2008
The good: Very easy to set up with an intuitive Web interface and convenient desktop application; ships with 500GB hard drive and a free bay for the addition of a second drive; USB ports for additional storage; supports RAID 1; includes an iTunes server and Web access for photos.
The bad: Does not support writing to external drives formatted in NTFS; installs programs that start automatically and doesn't provide a method to disable them; rigid RAID setup; no print-serving capability; flimsy drive tray.
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.
User reviews
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The best available NAS/Media Server for the price
by cholero3023 on April 22, 2008
Pros: Inexpensive, expandable, easy to set up.
Cons: Only one expansion bay.
Summary: I was eager to try the Windows Home server version of this unit but the $500.00 price tag scared me away. This Linux based version cuts cost and offers ...
Summary: I was eager to try the Windows Home server version of this unit but the $500.00 price tag scared me away. This Linux based version cuts cost and offers essentially the same *************. It allowed me to move my music collection off my laptop and have a RAID 1 mirrored backup copy (with the extra drive.) I like the security that offers because hard drives do fail, and I've spent a lot of time gathering music so I don't want just one copy on one drive. This was easy to set up and has worked pretty flawlessly over the past week that I have had it.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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mostly easy to use and great for anyone
by Slowstick1 on August 26, 2008
Pros: lots of expandability and great quality
Cons: Password protected files don't seem to work.....or too hard to figure out/hardly worth it.
Summary: A great network attached storage option for any home user and a great NAS for beginners. Anyone from dumb as a door knob tech users to computer gurus will find ...
Summary: A great network attached storage option for any home user and a great NAS for beginners. Anyone from dumb as a door knob tech users to computer gurus will find the RAID options and the device easy to use. only problem I ran into is password protection causes problems. I couldn't access them once protected.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Like Apple's Time Capsule, but 1/2 the price and PC friendly
by braytonfisher on May 14, 2008
Pros: Auto backup, iTunes server, simple to use, free drive bay , Linux-based so no MS Server issues
Cons: None - amazing product
Summary: This is a ground breaking product. I wanted to buy Apple's Time capsule for easy backup, iTunes server capabilities, sharing files and photos on the internet with friends, and ...
Summary: This is a ground breaking product. I wanted to buy Apple's Time capsule for easy backup, iTunes server capabilities, sharing files and photos on the internet with friends, and having remote access to my data, but most of those features don’t work with PCs. This product has one 500MB drive (can be replaced later with bigger drive) and an empty drive bay that can either mirror the other drive or you can add a bigger drive later. Also has USB interface to hook up USB drives. If you want to back up a disk image of your computer, you can upgrade by buying the Pro version of the software from NTI. I thought I would have to buy the $599 HP Media Server, then found this for $299 list, and it ROCKS! Especially since it is Linux-based and very stable, vs. Microsoft Server issues (maybe in June they will fix the file corruption issue). VERY simple to set up, and it works with my PC.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I got a lemon - stay away
by tauntme on August 15, 2008
Pros: Easy to use / setup
Cons: Doesn't wok properly
Summary: I recently bought the HP Media Vault MV2120 from buy.com. I also bought a spare 500 gig drive to plug into the unit. When I put in my spare ...
Summary: I recently bought the HP Media Vault MV2120 from buy.com. I also bought a spare 500 gig drive to plug into the unit. When I put in my spare drive and chose to mirror the drives, I ended up with the first drive showing up as a 232 Gig drive. After going thru HP support and ending up in India several times, I finally got a case number and began working with HP on the issue. They stated they had never seen this before and after doing a NAS recovery and resetting the firmware, they shipped me a new 500 gig drive. When I got the new drive and plugged it in, the same thing happened. They had no explanation as to why.
I think I just got a bad chassis but they are not returning phone calls and emails for days. I think the actual people at tech support are good but they have to run to mgmt every 5 minutes to get approval to do anything. It is very frustrating. I spent 2 weeks helping them troubleshoot it and they still don't have it working. I cannot take anymore, I am returning this lemon and going with another brand that works !1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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A Serious storage drive for a serious user
by pongchmp on April 17, 2008
Pros: Very easy to use , automatic set up features and mirror feature
Cons: Remote access is useless, little noisy & bulky
Summary: The new design is flawless, inital setup was a snap but the remote access feature is not easy. This took about 40 min to configure once we had the Linksys ...
Summary: The new design is flawless, inital setup was a snap but the remote access feature is not easy. This took about 40 min to configure once we had the Linksys guys on the line.
The unit works like a charm to do mirror back ups and act as a network drive for all 5 computers.
A little noisy when files are accessed.
This backup storage is for the serious storage user who likes a stylish unit. Did I mention there is an extra back up drive for up to a TB of space?
I would suggest this item to anyone who needs a good reliable network harddrive.
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wanting more information
by jaspertang on May 22, 2008
Pros: don't know yet
Cons: don't know yet
Summary: can we have a review of this product in terms of its speed network wired and wifi(g/n), read and write.
i am planning to buy this one if ...Summary: can we have a review of this product in terms of its speed network wired and wifi(g/n), read and write.
i am planning to buy this one if it has fast speeds. i got the linksys NAS200 which is very slow.0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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What's the difference between the Media Vault and the HP MediaSmart Home Server?
by zackphan on August 18, 2008
Pros: What's the difference between the Media Vault and the HP MediaSmart Home Server?
Cons: What's the difference between the Media Vault and the HP MediaSmart Home Server?
Summary: What's the difference between the Media Vault and the HP MediaSmart Home Server?
Summary: What's the difference between the Media Vault and the HP MediaSmart Home Server?
0 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: HP
- Part number: GX662AA#ABA
- Description: Does your family store, swap, and enjoy photos, music, videos, and documents on your home network? Consider Media Vault mv2120, which will give you remote access to your files when you're away from home, automatic backups, media streaming across your home network, a photo sharing Web site, and expandable storage.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Device Type Network drive
- Host Connectivity Gigabit Ethernet
- Total Storage Capacity 500 GB
- Width 5.4 in
- Depth 9.6 in
- Height 5.5 in
- Weight 7.1 lbs
- Localization English / United States
Storage Controller
- Type Serial ATA
- Supported Devices Hard drive
- RAID Level RAID 1
Hard Drive
- Type Removable
- Capacity 1 x 500 GB
- Spindle Speed 7200 rpm
Hard Drive (2nd)
- Type None
Optical Storage
- Type None
Optical Storage (2nd)
- Type None
Storage Removable
- Type None
Networking
- Type Network adapter
- Data Link Protocol Ethernet ,
Gigabit Ethernet ,
Fast Ethernet Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces 2 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A,
1 x Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x Network cable
Power
- Power Device Power adapter
Software / System Requirements
- Software Included Drivers & Utilities
- OS Required Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition,
Microsoft Windows XP Professional,
Apple MacOS X,
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium,
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate,
Microsoft Windows Vista Business,
Linux Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Manufacturer info
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