BlackArmor NAS 4-Bay STAH4000100 - 4TB Network Storage

The Seagate BlackArmor NAS 420 is a network-attached storage (NAS) device designed for small businesses, offering reliable and scalable storage solutions. It features a 4-bay design with four internal SATA II ports, allowing for the installation of up to four hard drives. The device comes with two preinstalled 2 TB Seagate hard drives, leaving two additional bays empty for future expansion. This setup allows users to scale their storage capacity as their business needs grow, supporting RAID configurations such as RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and JBOD for enhanced data protection and performance.

The NAS includes two Ethernet ports for local network connectivity, supporting port failover and NAS-to-NAS replication for redundancy and reliability. It also provides four USB 2.0 ports for connecting external drives, printers, or a UPS (uninterruptible power supply), making it versatile for various peripheral needs. The device is compatible with multiple operating systems, including Windows 7, XP, Vista, and Mac OS X 10.4.11 or later, ensuring broad usability across different platforms.

One of the key features of the BlackArmor NAS 420 is its ability to stream media to DLNA-compliant devices and computers running iTunes software. It also functions as an FTP server over SSL/TLS for secure remote file access, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected during transmission. Additionally, it is compatible with Apple's Time Machine software, making it an excellent choice for Mac users who need reliable backup solutions.

The device is equipped with four energy-efficient Seagate hard drives that are hot-swappable and tool-free, allowing for easy maintenance and minimal downtime. This feature is crucial for maintaining business continuity and ensuring that data remains accessible even during hardware failures or upgrades. The BlackArmor NAS 420 is backed by a 3-year limited warranty from Seagate, a leader in storage technology, providing users with confidence in the product's reliability and performance.

The Seagate BlackArmor NAS 420 is designed to support up to 50 workstations, making it suitable for small to medium-sized businesses that require centralized storage and data management solutions. Its robust features include incremental and full-system backups, bare metal restore capabilities, and individual file to entire volume encryption, ensuring that business-critical data is continuously protected. With its combination of performance, scalability, and security features, the BlackArmor NAS 420 offers a comprehensive storage solution tailored for small business environments.

Brand: Seagate
Model: BlackArmor NAS 420
Specifications: 4-Bay Network Attached Storage; 4 TB (4 x 2 TB); SATA II; 7200 RPM; 32 MB Cache; Two Ethernet ports; Four USB 2.0 ports; Supports RAID 0/1/5/10/JBOD; Compatible with Windows and Mac OS; Includes Time Machine compatibility; Hot-swappable drives
Features: Port failover; NAS-to-NAS replication; Secure remote file access via FTP over SSL/TLS; Media streaming to DLNA devices; Bare metal restore; Data encryption; Energy-efficient drives; Tool-free hot-swappable drives; Scalable storage capacity