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Buffalo Flexes It's Storage Muscles With The DriveStation 2Share
24/10/2008
Buffalo Technology today unveils the DriveStation 2Share which offers consumers the choice of two storage options. It can be used as an external hard drive to back up a single PC, or networked to allow access to shared files from several computers in the network. The DriveStation 2Share provides a low-cost, easy to use, energy efficient and flexible storage option for home and small office users.
The unit can be operated as a USB-attached storage device for one computer, or switched to network attached storage (NAS) mode to allow multiple users to share files within a network. Setup for both operating modes is simple, with “plug and play” use for USB connectivity and Buffalo’s DriveNavigator utility software included for NAS operation.
Power Saving Utility software provided with the product allows users to set timings to put the device in a low power “sleep” mode when not in use. The unit can be powered up again either manually or by accessing the drive.
Available in two capacities, the drive is equipped with Buffalo’s TurboUSB software tofacilitate increased data transfer rates via USB. It also comes with Buffalo’s exclusive Secure Lock Ware Encryption software for Windows, to provide a simple option for securing data on the drive.
“Buffalo is committed to developing fully integrated products with unique and innovative capabilities that can meet the ever changing storage needs in today’s fast paced technology market,” said Paul Hudson, Northern European Sales Director at Buffalo Technology. “The DriveStation 2Share delivers on this promise, offering consumers for the first time the flexibility of a simple and easy to use network storage solution, and the ease and speed of a direct attached USB interface.”
Buffalo is constantly reviewing and revising the prices of all its products in line with market demand. For the latest pricing please contact Berkeley PR at buffalo@berkeleypr.co.uk /0118 988 2992.
About Buffalo Technology
Buffalo is a global manufacturer of innovative wireless networking, storage and multimedia solutions for the home and small business environments. The company is recognised as the Number 1 total PC peripheral manufacturer in Japan, and was the worldwide consumer NAS market leader in 2005 and 2006 (In-Stat).
Buffalo's product portfolio includes its award-winning AirStation™ line of easy-to-use, high-performance wireless networking products for SME/SoHo and home users. With industry-leading AOSS™ (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) technology, users can simply build a secure wireless network at home or in the office at the push of a button.
The company's storage solutions are addressing the needs of both the individual and the business, providing a versatile line of USB flash drives, portable and desktop hard drives and cost-effective network attached storage (NAS) solutions. Including its multimedia players, Buffalo is unique in offering integrated WLAN, storage and multimedia solutions for the digital home environment.
Buffalo's strong international industry alliances with companies such as Intel, Broadcom™, Nintendo and Microsoft have allowed it to lead the industry in the development of the latest technologies into practical tools for the business and the home.
Headquartered in Japan, Buffalo Technology has offices in the UK, Ireland, Germany, USA and Taiwan. For more information please visit www.buffalo-technology.com.
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