Buffalo TeraStation 71210RH 80TB 12-Bay Rackmount NAS Server (4 x 20TB)

Overview

The Buffalo TS71210RH8004 is a 12-bay rackmount NAS server designed to handle large-scale data storage and protection for organizations. It comes pre-installed with 80 TB of enterprise-grade storage, making it suitable for managing video archives, virtual machine images, and critical backups. Powered by an Intel Xeon quad-core processor and 16 GB of DDR4 memory, this system supports demanding workloads and can be expanded up to 64 GB of memory to accommodate growing performance needs.

Equipped with four 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, the server offers flexible networking options including link aggregation and fault tolerance. Two PCIe slots allow for further customization with SSD cache modules or additional network cards, ensuring the system can evolve alongside your infrastructure.

Key features

• Intel Xeon quad-core processor delivers consistent performance for multi-user environments and intensive tasks.
• Expandable DDR4 memory up to 64 GB to support increased workload demands and virtualization.
• Four 10 GbE LAN ports enable high-speed data transfers, link aggregation, and network redundancy.
• Supports multiple RAID configurations (0, 1, 5, 6, 10) and JBOD for flexible data protection and capacity optimization.
• Two PCIe slots provide options for SSD caching to reduce latency or adding network interfaces for enhanced connectivity.
• Hardware encryption safeguards sensitive data both at rest and during transmission.
• Snapshot technology allows quick recovery from accidental deletions or ransomware attacks, minimizing downtime.
• Pre-installed enterprise-grade drives ensure reliability and durability under continuous heavy use.

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 80 TB across 12 bays
• Processor: Intel Xeon quad-core
• Memory: 16 GB DDR4, expandable to 64 GB
• Network interfaces: Four 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• RAID support: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and JBOD
• Expansion slots: Two PCIe slots for SSD cache or network cards

Connectivity and compatibility

The four 10 GbE LAN ports provide versatile networking options, allowing you to configure the server for maximum throughput, separate departmental traffic, or maintain continuous operation through link failover. The PCIe slots offer room to add SSD cache modules that improve access speeds or additional network cards to integrate with evolving network environments. This flexibility makes the TeraStation a strong fit for diverse IT setups, from virtualization clusters to media production workflows.

Ideal uses and environments

This NAS server is well suited to environments that require reliable, high-capacity storage with robust data protection. It fits naturally in server rooms supporting virtualization, post-production studios handling large media files, and branch offices needing dependable backup solutions. Its combination of performance, expandability, and security features supports teams that manage critical data and require minimal downtime.