MvixUSA MvixBOX 2-Bay NAS Media Server

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  • Ethernet Interface
  • Digital Media Server
  • File Sharing and Remote Access
  • Administration Tools
  • RAID 0
  • RAID 1

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The MvixBOX 2-Bay NAS Media Server from MvixUSA is a 2-bay Network Attached Server, designed with digital media storage and streaming in mind. The device can stream stored media to clients via the UPnP protocol, making it an ideal media server for home theater enthusiasts.

The MvixBOX features 2 3.5" SATA hard drive bays. When fully populated, it can be used in RAID or or RAID 1 mode. In addition to media streaming, the device features an integrated web server and FTP server for remote file access. Administration is performed via a web-based console.

Ethernet interface for universal network compatibility
UPnP server streams music and movies to media players, digital music systems, Playstation 3, and Xbox 360
Full-featured FTP and web servers facilitate remote data access
Web-based administration console makes configuration a breeze
Supports RAID 0 mode for maximum capacity and RAID 1 mode for data mirroring
USB port allows you to transfer files from external flash drives to the unit
Integrated BitTorrent client allows for unattended Internet downloads
Windows, Mac, and Linux compatibility
System
Agency Approvals Desktop
Processor Not Specified by Manufacturer
Operating System Embedded
Memory 64MB (RAM)
8MB (Flash)
Wireless Networking None
RAID Configuration RAID 0, RAID 1
Protocols CIFS, AFP, NFS, WebDAV
Optical Drive None
Expansion Slot None
Connectors 1x 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
2x USB for storage expansion
Storage
Base Capacity None
Buffer None
Drive Speed None
General
Platform Compatibility Windows, Mac, Linux
System Requirements Ethernet
Environmental Requirements Not Specified by Manufacturer
Power Requirements AC: 110-220VAC
Dimensions (WxHxD) 6.5 x 7.5 x 3" (16.5 x 19.1 x 7.6cm)
Weight Not Specified by Manufacturer

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MvixUSA MvixBOX 2-Bay NAS Media Server
 
2.3

(based on 3 reviews)

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1.0

Endless woes

By Valera

from Redwood City, CA

About Me Power user

Pros

    Cons

    • Confusing interface
    • Difficult To Use
    • Loses data
    • Poor documentation
    • Unreliable

    Best Uses

      Comments about MvixUSA MvixBOX 2-Bay NAS Media Server:

      Don't even bother with this piece of *censored*.
      I sent mine to Mvix for upgrade/replacement twice (at my expense), once because torrent feature didn't work at all, another time because the box couldn't be seen on the network. Support made me upgrade the software to go with the new firmware version and assured my data won't be lost - guess what, it's gone. The documentation is almost nonexistent and written in broken Koreanglish. I had to replace one of the drives, and now it shows "spare rebuilding" in its abysmal web interface, no way of knowing whether it actually mirrored the remaining good drive to the new one. There's no indication if one of the drives goes sour, it just disappears from the network - very handy! Who needs fancy features (btw, torrent client still doesn't work!) if the basic functionality is broken.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

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      5.0

      Awesome NAS

      By Braden

      from San Antonio, TX

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Good Value
      • High Quality

      Cons

      • Should have wireless

      Best Uses

      • Home Networks
      • NAS or Media Server
      • Small or Medium-size Biz

      Comments about MvixUSA MvixBOX 2-Bay NAS Media Server:

      Very well designed and full-feature NAS: Simple to use and configure, supports expandable mirroring, integrates well with Linux and Mac computers.

      Received it about 15-days back, plugged in 2x1.0 Western Digital HDDs and it was up and running within 20 min. Very easy to setup and is loaded with features which blows me away for this price.

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      1.0

      Beware if not using Seagate drives

      By Stacey

      from Houston, TX

      Pros

        Cons

        • Inaccurate marketing
        • Low Quality

        Best Uses

          Comments about MvixUSA MvixBOX 2-Bay NAS Media Server:

          Do not buy this NAS if you have drives other than Seagate. They have a hardware problem with other drives that requires you to pay for shipping to them to have it fixed (and estimated turn around time is 15 days not including shipping time). So, if you buy the product and don't have Seagate drives, be prepared to pay to ship back and wait for the product. They should warn people about this before you spend [$] on it. [...] NOT WORTH IT. I wanted a working unit not one that immediately has to be sent in for repairs.

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          MvixUSA MvixBOX 2-Bay NAS Media Server
          • Power Adapter
          • 1-Year Limited Warranty
           
           
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