LaCie 301355U 5big Network Drive- 5 Terabytes 5-Bay RAID Gigabit Network Storage

The LaCie 5big Network is the most complete five-bay RAID solution for small and medium workgroups or offices that need large Storage and backup capacity, improved performance and advanced security. The 5big Network supports seven RAID modes including RAID 5 and RAID 6. Designed with the modern Professional office in mind, the 5big Network is housed in a sleek and durable aluminum Tower with five lockable, removable drive trays. Its browser-based access and management system allows administrators to quickly set up the 5big Network and allow multiple users to share, store, and access Data without taxing the bandwidth of a central server. This solution additionally features Active Directory Support (ADS) for easy integration into Windows-based networks and a Wake-on-LAN function, indispensable features for IT managers. Compared to traditional four-disk RAID towers, it uses 25 percent less energy, and its revolutionary, ultra-reliable cooling system is 37 percent quieter, despite the additional disk. The 5big Network's embedded technology, user benefit features and superior design make it an ideal addition to any workgroup.

Package Contents: LaCie 5big Network, Ethernet cable, external power supply, utilities CD-ROM with Software and user manual, quick install guide, LaCie Network Assistant (Windows, Mac & Linux), Genie Backup Manager Pro for Windows and Intego Backup Manager Pro for Mac (3 licenses each)

Capacity: 5 TB (1TB = 1000GB, 1GB = 1000MB)

Interface: Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-TX

Network Protocols: File Server - SMB (Windows/Mac/Linux); AFP (Mac); FTP; HTTP; Apple Bonjour; BitTorrent

Expansion Ports: 1 x Hi-Speed USB 2.0 & 3 x eSATA for additional storage, data import and external backups

Maximum Users: Up to 25 concurrent network users

RAID Modes: RAID 5, RAID 5+Spare, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 0

Administration: Easy-to-use network setup via Web browser; Auto IP configuration (DHCP Client compatible and Apipa)

Backup Software: Genie Backup Manager Pro for Windows 2000/XP/Vista and Intego Backup Manager Pro for Mac OS X 10.4 or later

Dimensions (WxHxD): 8.6 x 7.7 x 6.8 inches; Weight: 16.8 pounds

System Req. - Windows 2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS X 10.4 or later