LinkStation 220 8TB NAS Cloud

Q: Anyone use this successfully as a Plex media server?

To clarify, this can absolutely be used as storage for the media you host on a plex server but you will need to run the plex server on another device. Kind of Similar to DC Mike's setup; I have a an old AMD PC that hosts my plex server (Athlon x2 4400+, 8gb DDR2, and Radeon HD 6870 *can't remember if video card helps with plex decoding at all, but it's there anyway and has no other use to me) I do have a couple TB worth of media on HDDs in that box but the majority of my data is on similar NAS devices like this buffalo Linkstation. Literally any USB external or NAS drive can host media for a Plex server with extremely little chance of limited performance. The limiting factor in Plex performance comes with the capability of the computer hosting the server to decode and encode media to play on the device you're trying to stream to (for instance, accessing your plex server from another pc takes much fewer resources than on your ipad would require because the server pc has to reencode the media to a format that iOS can utilize) and, in the case of remote streaming, your internet connection. The 10+ year old pc I described can stream multiple 1080p video remotely with no visible lag and I've tried as much as 7 local network 1080p streams and had not issue there.tl;dr - This can host all of your music, video, pictures for a plex server to access but not run the plex server itself.

Q: 3 questions: does it by default appear in windows 10 pro file manager? can the contents be encrypted? can i directly copy to the drive via usb?

1 does it by default appear in windows 10 pro file manager? Not always. I have one that does and one that doesn't. You can set it up as a network drive. 2 The contents are not encrypted. This has to be done before storing them to the drive. # No, the drive can't be accessed by USB. The USB port is to add an additional drive to it.

Q: does this support time machine?

I'm having MAJOR problems with it. It's unreliable. It shows it's backup one day. I check a week later only to find it hasn't done a single back up since. Time Machine progress bar shows it being stuck.

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Digital Storage Capacity
8 TB
Hard Disk Interface
Ethernet
Connectivity Technology
Ethernet
Brand
バッファロー
Special Feature
Low priced NAS
Hard Disk Form Factor
3.5 Inches

⚡Plug & Play setup with 24/7 US-based support

💾8TB total storage capacity

🔒RAID 1 with SSL encryption for secure backups

Frequently Bought Together

BUFFALO LinkStation 220 8TB 2-Bay NAS Network Attached Storage with HDD Hard Drives Included NAS Storage that Works as Home Cloud or Network Storage Device for Home

TP-Link TL-SG105, 5 Port Gigabit Unmanaged Ethernet Switch, Network Hub, Ethernet Splitter, Plug & Play, Fanless Metal Design, Shielded Ports, Traffic Optimization,Navy Blue

NETGEAR 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Essentials Switch (GS308) - Home Network Hub, Office Ethernet Splitter, Plug-and-Play, Silent Operation, Desktop or Wall Mount

Description

💼 Own your data fortress—secure, simple, and subscription-free!

MASSIVE 8 TB STORAGE - Store your entire digital life with room to spare—no more juggling drives.
ROCK SOLID DATA SECURITY - RAID 1 redundancy plus SSL encryption means your files are locked down tight.
SHARE SAFELY WITH CONTROL - Granular folder permissions let you share with family or colleagues without worry.
EFFORTLESS MULTI DEVICE BACKUP - Automatic backups for Windows, macOS, and more—set it and forget it.
SUBSCRIPTION FREE CLOUD ACCESS - Access your personal cloud anytime without monthly fees—freedom meets convenience.

The LinkStation 220 8TB NAS Cloud is a high-quality, Japan-made desktop network storage device designed for professionals seeking secure, centralized data management. Featuring 8TB capacity across dual drives with RAID 1 redundancy, SSL encryption, and seamless compatibility with Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms, it offers subscription-free personal cloud access and 24/7 US-based support for easy installation and peace of mind.

Specifications

Brand	バッファロー
Manufacturer	BUFFALO
Series	LinkStation LS220
Product Dimensions	12.8 x 25.4 x 22.4 cm; 247 g
Item model number	LS220D0802
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Color	Black
Form Factor	desktop
Item dimensions W x H	12.8 x 25.4 x 22.4 cm
Hard Drive Size	8 TB
Hard Disk Description	Desktop, desktop, 2x4TB
Hard Drive Interface	Ethernet
Number of USB 2.0 Ports	1
Wattage	48 W
Power Source	AC
Hardware Platform	PC, Mac, Android, Apple iOS
Operating System	Windows, Mac, Linux, absolutely no software or drivers
Are Batteries Included	No
Item Weight	247 g

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