Get streamlined networked storage for your home or small office with the LinkStation SoHo 720 16TB 2-Bay NAS Server from Buffalo. Providing a total storage capacity of 16TB, the SoHo 720 utilizes two 8TB 3.5" SATA III drives. Preconfigured in RAID 1, this NAS server also supports RAID O and JBOD modes. A 1.3 GHz 6-core CPU and 2GB of RAM ensure fast processing, while an RJ-45 port supporting 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet allows for fast access. Connect accessories using a USB 2.0 and two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports. The Buffalo LinkStation supports SMB, CIFS, FTP, and FTPS file services and TCP and IP network protocols. This NAS Array is compatible with Windows 8.1 and later, Windows Server 2012 R2 and later, and macOS 10.12 and later.

16TB Storage Capacity    2 x 8TB SATA III HDDs    1.3 GHz 6-Core CPU    2GB of RAM    1 x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port    1 x USB 2.0 & 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports    RAID 0, 1 & JBOD Modes    Supports SMB, CIFS, FTP, & FTPS    Supports TCP & IP Protocols    Works with Windows, Windows Server & Mac

USB 3.2 Gen 1 features a maximum throughput of 5 Gb/s and is synonymous with USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0.

Purpose-built for professional home and small offices, the LinkStation SoHo 720 includes a 6-core processor and robust security features to provide a fast and secure central location for all of your files.

Take advantage of fast networking thanks to 2.5GbE with backward compatibility for 1GbE and Fast Ethernet.

Sync with Microsoft OneDrive, Azure, and Dropbox to create a hybrid cloud with your LinkStation 720. Or, use the LinkStation 720 with Time Machine to back up your macOS computer.

This device features a closed system, which is a strong deterrent to hacking, and uniquely provides SSL encrypted access so you can securely access data on the device. And since this device ships with hard drives included and pre-configured in RAID 1, it provides hassle-free redundancy right out of the box.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How long is the included Ethernet cable?

A: Western Digital does not specify the length of the included Ethernet cable. Generally they ship with cables between 3 to 6 ft. If you need any longer than that, I would suggest looking to getting a longer cable like this one: https://bhpho.to/2HiAYpM

Q: 2. Does this NAS support SSH access?

A: The WD My Cloud Home Duo 8TB 2-Bay Personal Cloud NAS Server (2 x 4TB) B&H # WEBMUT0080JW does not support SSH at this time.

Q: 3. Can the drives be updated to larger capacity at some point?

A: You can upgrade this NAS Server with a larger capacity but when you do, it's best to use the same capacity on both bays and the same hard drive model WD uses on this NAS server. Also based on the storage capacity you upgrade, you may need to change the power adapter on the model as well. For more information please view the manual below, page 35. https://bit.ly/2YVZ6Ip

Q: 4. Hello, this NAS already comes with 2 HD, if so which model would it be?

A: This is not something the manufacturer has published as it could change from lot to lot.

Q: 5. In raid set up are the drives hot swappable?

A: B&H # WEBMUT0200JW doesn't support hot-swap. The enclosure will be pre-configured in RAID 1 for redundancy, but you must turn off the device before removing a hard drive.

Q: 6. Are the two hard drives WD Red drives? Are the hard drives installed by WD or B&H?

A: The exact model of the drive is not specified. The drives are installed by WD.

Q: 7. Does it have a fan?

A: The manufacture doesn't go into details of the fan but this NAS server does have a fan. In the manual, on page 86, it mentions the fan for diagnostic test. https://bit.ly/2wdMAXX

Q: 8. the server includes 2 hard drives?

A: The server includes whichever drives you've configured it to have. You can buy it with two empty bays or two drives of equal sizes from 1T up to 8T each I think.

Q: 9. What is the speed of the SATA drives 5400 or 7200 in the WD PR4100?

A: This comes with 7200RPM drives

Q: 10. Does the PR2100 support "hot swapping" disk drives or do you have to power off the enclosure?

A: You would have to power off the enclosure.