DS-107e DiskStation 500GB
The 500GB DiskStation DS-107e is a superb NAS device for any environment where you need central access to large amounts of disk space. From backing up numerous computers, to using the 107e as a file server, the DiskStation is at home in demanding office environments or connected home offices.
The Synology DiskStation has won many awards worldwide. It is a feature rich, yet easy to use NAS which integrates seamlessly on Windows and Apple based networks. Physically very small, the capacity can be upgraded to grow with your needs.
PC Pro Winner Feb 2006; MacUser Labs Winner Nov 2006; and many more awards.
Simple to use central file server
The heart of any NAS device is instant, centralised storage. Once connected, you have an additional, shareable storage system available immediately. The DiskStation lets you share files, keep files private, set up various users, add user groups, set up FTP, set up photo albums and stream music and video.
Print Server
You can connect a USB printer to the DiskStation, which means that you have a ‘network’ printer. This allows you to print from any PC on the network, via the DiskStation.
Backup Server
The DiskStation is supplied with Data Replicator II software, which can be loaded onto each of the networked PC’s, and it will backup, then monitor the PC for any file changes. If a file gets changed, it automatically gets backed up onto the DiskStation. To restore a file, simply copy the file(s) back from the DiskStation.
FTP
The DiskStation has FTP functionality, so you and your customers can access common files over the Internet.
Host your own website
The DS-107e provides a web hosting space that serves the needs of users who wish to share or advertise their personal or business web pages to people all over the world. The DS107e supports PHP and MySQL. PHP lets you install open source applications from the Internet, such as blog and bulletin board software.
Share photos via the Photo Station
People who love taking pictures with their digital cameras can now browse and share their favourite photos, videos with their families and friends.
Share music, video and pictures
Using the features of UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), you can stream video, look at pictures, and play music that is stored on your DiskStation. You need an appropriate network media player to play/show the music, video and pictures.
Copy facility
Copy USB Flash Drives directly onto the DiskStation via the UCB Copy feature
Increase Capacity
If you need to back the DiskStation up, or increase the capacity, you can add up to 3 USB hard drives (up to 500GB max) and one eSATA hard drive.