- Is the LinkStation SoHo 220 good for a small office?
- Yes, for basic shared files and backups. It handles RAID 1 mirroring and network shares well, but it is not suited to running apps or virtual machines.
- Can I upgrade the drives?
- The two bays are user-accessible, so you can swap in larger SATA drives. Rebuilding a RAID 1 array takes time, and Buffalo's compatibility list is the safe reference.
- Does it support RAID 1?
- Yes. It supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD across its two bays. RAID 1 mirrors the drives so one failure does not lose data.
- How does it compare with a Synology two-bay NAS?
- Synology models have faster CPUs, more RAM and a much larger app store. The Buffalo is simpler and better suited to plain file storage and backup.
- Can I access files remotely?
- Yes, through Buffalo's remote access service. Setup is basic compared with the cloud-style tools on Synology and QNAP devices.
- Is it fast enough for media streaming?
- It can serve files over gigabit Ethernet, but it cannot transcode video. Playback works if your player handles the format.
- Where is the Buffalo LinkStation SoHo 220 LS220D0402B NAS 4 TB cheapest?
- At Office Depot, for $327.99, 27% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Buffalo LinkStation SoHo 220 LS220D0402B NAS 4 TB?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Office Depot, Quill, Antonline, Newegg, Best Buy.