The ReadyNAS Duo Network Hard Drive from Netgear is a high-capacity network hard drive. It is configured with (1) 2TB hard drive. You can add an optional second 2TB drive to enable full-time data mirroring.
The ReadyNas features a Gigabit Ethernet interface, remote file access over the Internet, UPnP AV streaming, and an integrated BitTorrent client. The drive supports Windows, Mac, Linux, and UNIX clients, making it an excellent option for small business networks.
The ReadyNAS Duo is perfect for homes with more than one computer. Unlike a USB drive, the ReadyNAS connects to the network and is simultaneously accessible via all connected Windows or Macintosh computers.
If there is a broadband Internet connection and a home router, the ReadyNAS can be set up to provide secure access to all the stored files remotely via the Internet.
For added protection of stored data, a second hard disk drive can be used to keep an extra copy of all the data and instantly take over if the first hard drive should fail.
Advanced media streaming support allows the ReadyNAS to directly serve media, with no PC required, to devices such as the NETGEAR EVA products, Sonos Digital Music System, Logitech Squeezebox, Apple iTunes clients, Sony Playstation 3 and Microsoft Xbox 360.
Officially licensed BitTorrent client allows downloading to occur without the need for an additional computer. A Web-based interface facilitates download management from computers, and combines with the NETGEAR EVA products to bring media to your entertainment center.
Integrated offsite backup for files and folders. Optional ReadyNAS Vault backup software is built right into all ReadyNAS storage systems. Simply determine what you want protected and ReadyNAS Vault automatically and securely handles the rest.
All ReadyNAS systems support the Apple Filing Protocol (AFP) and Apple Time Machine so multiple Mac users can use a central location to share files and do backups. Bonjour software enables auto-discovery and Macintosh status monitoring widgets are supported.