All stock codes associated to this product
AS604RD/RAIL, AS-604RD/RAIL
AS-604RD
The optimal choice for small to medium sized businesses - A professional NAS server suitable for use in all environments
The AS-604RS / AS-604RD provides businesses with a cost-effective, full-featured network storage solution. It safeguards your most precious data while allowing you to take advantage of a wealth of add-on applications to increase productivity.
- Windows + Mac + Linux cross-platform file sharing
- Outfitted with SuperSpeed USB 3.0 and SATA III ports
- Support for Windows Active Directory
- Military grade AES 256-bit encryption for individual shared folders
- Support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and hard drive hot swapping
- Uninterruptible dual power supply (AS-604RD)
Overview
Your Data Safe with US
iSCSI and Virtualization
Unleash unlimited potential
Protect our Planet with ASUSTOR
Embrace the Cloud Enjoy Peace of Mind
Your Data is Safe with Us
You no longer need to worry about accidentally losing your vital documents. ASUSTOR NAS devices provide you with a complete host of data protection and backup solutions to look after your most important information, creating a stress free and liberating user experience.
Optimal data security solutions abundant data protection and backup features
Using backup utilities such as Backup Plan and Apple Time Machine you can easily backup data from a Windows PC or Mac directly onto an ASUSTOR NAS device. ASUSTOR NAS devices also offer a variety of different RAID configurations, allowing you to select the most appropriate configuration for your security needs.
Moreover, our NAS devices also support a multitude of two-way sync and backup options. Besides backing up your data onto a NAS device, you can also further back up the data from a NAS device onto other devices. ASUSTOR NAS devices support backup via the cloud, external hard drive, Rsync and FTP. In the unfortunate event of a disaster, you will be able to recover and restore your data with the utmost speed, thereby helping you to avoid the damage that can be caused by lost data.
iSCSI and Virtualization
ASUSTOR recognizes that stable and efficient shared storage is a must for your virtual environment. The supported use of iSCSI and NFS allows you to seamlessly integrate with any existing IT environments. Additionally, all ASUSTOR NAS devices are verified as VMware, Citrix and Hyper-V ready, providing you with a flexible and cost-efficient virtual storage solution.
The iSCSI features supported by ASUSTOR NAS devices include:
LUN Mapping
LUN Masking
ISO File Mounting
MPIO & MCS Support
Persistent (SCSI-3) Reservations
Unleash unlimited potential
The applications that come pre-installed with each ASUSTOR NAS device are just the beginning. At your convenience, you can browse through and download any applications that peak your interest from App Central. App Central allows you to explore the unlimitedpotential of ASUSTOR NAS devices while creating a personalized NAS device for yourself.
Whether your interests lie in business, website construction or even digital home entertainment, App Central provides you with the boundless variety of applications that you require to satisfy your digital lifestyle needs.
Protect our Planet with ASUSTOR
As a responsible citizen of the Earth, it is our mission to continue to develop superior energy saving and energy efficient products. From their inception, all ASUSTOR NAS products are designed and developed around ecologically friendly concepts. When in use, our devices consume far less power than the average computer or server. Furthermore, our advanced power control features allow you to more efficiently manage your NAS device and hard drives. This lowers your electric bill and prolongs the lifespan of your hard drives all at the same time.
All ASUSTOR NAS products are constructed in accordance with RoHS standards and use recyclable packaging materials, striving for the smallest ecological footprint possible.
Embrace the Cloud, Enjoy Peace of Mind
ASUSTOR NAS devices allow you to enjoy the conveniences of cloud computing, while simultaneously providing you with data security of the highest standard.
All our devices come pre-installed with ADM Defender, which protects your data against all malicious attacks. Secure multitenancy and SSL encryption allowall users to access their data in a protected and stress free environment. As well, our NAS devices also support military grade AES 256-bit encryption for each individual shared folder, giving you the type of security and privacy that you require for your most confidential data. This means that, should you lose your NAS device, you still needn't worry about your sensitive data falling into the wrong hands.
In addition to providing security for your data, ASUSTOR also caters to your other security interests. Our pre-installed Surveillance Center lets you collectively manage an array of IP cameras. Through the power of the Internet, you can keep an eye on all of your valued interests. In the event of any disruptions, Surveillance Center will notify you at once.
Features
Simplified Management
Seamless system migration
Outgrowing your system? Time for an upgrade? With ASUSTOR NAS, switching to a higher capacity NAS model is a piece of cake. When it's time to move your storage volumes to a new system, simply take out your existing hard drives and then insert them into the new system. That's it. Your new system will be up and running instantly.
Dr. ASUSTOR
As the name might suggest, Dr. ASUSTOR acts like a family physician and performs general checkups on all of your settings. If certain settings are found to be compromising the security of your system or data, Dr. ASUSTOR will provide you with the appropriate set of instructions to fully restore security and protection.
System Notifications
Enjoy peace of mind
Always checking up on your NAS? Worried about your data and other digital assets? ASUSTOR NAS features real-time system event notifications allowing you to enjoy peace of mind knowing that you'll be notified about any major system events. Notifications can be sent via Email, SMS or push notification giving you a variety of ways to instantly stay on top of the latest developments.
Multitasking
True multitasking
Something else need your attention? With true multitasking you can instantly switch to another application and then switch back to the previous one to pick up right where you left off. ADM allows you to simultaneously run different applications all at once while giving you the power to seamlessly switch between them.
Background operation
Sometimes, tasks such as uploading or downloading multimedia may take some time. ADM is able to perform tasks such as these in the background, effectively freeing you up to complete other tasks.
User Interface
Intuitive controls
Using a NAS has never been easier. ADM's fresh and vibrant user interface features intuitive and familiar modern OS controls. With ASUSTOR NAS you'll never have to worry about a steep learning curve.
My Favorites
The My Favorites feature lets you quickly open your most frequently used applications by pinning them to the taskbar, increasing your productivity and efficiency.
Personalized desktop
Customize your desktop to your liking. Whether it's organizing your Apps or changing your home screen wallpaper, ADM gives you the freedom to design the look and feel of your desktop. Furthermore, the "My Favorites" feature lets you pin frequently used applications to the taskbar allowing for easy access.
Refreshed Sign In Page Design
The sign in page now gives you the ability to configure the background and title along with a customized image. Now it's time to get started on designing your very own customized sign in page!
Performance
Windows Read/Write (5GB file)
| Series |
Read |
Write |
| AS-6 |
111.18 |
108.66 |
| AS-3 |
110.38 |
81.74 |
| AS-2TE |
101.36 |
70.32 |
| AS-2T |
98.68 |
65.88 |
iSCSI Read/Write (5GB file)
| Series |
Read |
Write |
| AS-6 |
99.24 |
97.88 |
| AS-3 |
86.76 |
86.52 |
| AS-2TE |
83.52 |
83.61 |
| AS-2T |
83.18 |
79.14 |
Test Enviroment
| Client PC |
| CPU |
Intel Core i5-2320 3.00GHz |
| Memory |
2GB |
| OS |
Windows 7 x64, Ubuntu Server 12.10 x64 |
| HDD |
Toshiba MQ01ABD032 *2 [Raid0] |
| Network |
1Gbps Ethernet, MTU 1500 |
| Switch |
DLink DSG-1210-16 |
| NAS |
| OS |
ADM 2.0.2.R899 |
| HDD |
WD10EFR |
| Network |
1Gbps Ethernet, MTU 1500 |
| Switch |
DLink DSG-1210-16 |
Tested models: AS-604T/AS-304T/AS-204TE/AS-204T
Tested RAID level: RAID 5
Performance figures are achieved in the ASUSTOR lab using state of the art client computers under optimized network settings, and could vary in different environments. Ordinary desktop or notebook computers may be unable to reproduce these figures.
Hardware & Packaging
Hardware Specifications
- CPU: Intel Atom 2.13 GHz Dual-Core Processor
- Memory: 1GB SO-DIMM DDR3 (Expandable. Max. 3GB)
Installation Guide
- HDD: 2.5" or 3.5" SATA II/ III x 4 Compatibility
- Expansion: USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 4, eSATA x 2
- Network: Gigabit Ethernet x 2
- Output: HDMI 1.3a x1
- System Fan: 40mm x 1
- Input Power Voltage: 100V to 240V AC
- Certification: FCC, CE, VCCI, BSMI, C-TICK
Operation
- Power Consumption:
AS-604RS: 41.8W (Operation); 31.6W (Disk Hibernation); 1.4W (Sleep Mode)
AS-604RD: 49.8W (Operation); 37.5W (Disk Hibernation); 6.42W (Sleep Mode)
- Noise Level:
- Operation Temperature: 5C~35C (40F~95F)
- Humidity: 5% to 95% RH
ASUSTOR Hightlight
- System Migration
- Cloud Connect
- Dr.ASUSTOR
- 2-way Backup
- Task Monitor
Eco-Friendly Design
- System Automatically Enters Sleep Mode (Schedule S3)
- Auto-Standby for Both Internal and External Disks
- Auto Fan Control
- LED Night Mode
- Power Schedule: On, Off, Restart, and Sleep
Size and Weight
- Size: 44(H) x 439(W) x 515(D) mm
- Weight: 9.3 Kg / 20.5lb
Software & Features
Operating System
- ADM 1.0 Onwards
- Built-in App Central for Various Apps
Supported OS
- Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, Server 2003, Server 2008, Server 2012
- Mac OS X 10.6 Onwards
- UNIX, Linux, and BSD
Supported Languages
- Deutsch, English, Franais, Italiano, Nederlands, , , , , , esk, Polski, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk, Suomi, Espaol
Supported Browsers
- Internet Explorer 9 Onwards
- FireFox
- Chrome
- Safari
Network Protocols
- CIFS/SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, WebDAV, Rsync, SSH, SFTP, iSCSI, HTTP, HTTPS, SMB 2.0*, TFTP*, Proxy*
*ADM 2.3 Onwards
File System
- Internal Disk: EXT4
- External Disk: FAT32, NTFS, EXT3, EXT4, HFS+
Storage Management
- Support Multiple Volumes with Spare Disks
- Volume Type: Single disk, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10
- Support for Online RAID Level Migration
- Support for Online RAID Capacity Expansion
MyArchive
- Insert Hard Disk & Immediately Access Files
- Transfer or Exchange Terabytes of Data via the Internal Hot-Swap SATA Interface
- Up to 2 Bays Reserved for MyArchive Docking Purposes
iSCSI
- Maximum Targets: 256
- Maximum LUNs: 256
- Target Masking
- LUN Mapping
- ISO File Mounting
- Supports MCS
- Persistent (SCSI-3) Reservations
Disk Management
- Scheduled Bad Block Scans
- Scheduled S.M.A.R.T Scans
Network
- TCP/IP (IPv4 & IPv6)
- Link Aggregation: Supports 802.3ad and Six Other Modes for Load Balancing and/or Network Failover
- Jumbo Frame (MTU)
- VLAN
- Cloud Connect
- Wireless Network
- DDNS and EZ-RouterCompatibility
- Supports Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
Backup Solutions
- Rsync (Remote Sync) Backup
- Cloud Backup
- FTP Backup
- External Backup
- One Touch Backup
System Administration
- Log Type: System Log, Connection Log, File Access Log
- Real-time Online User Monitor
- Real-time System Monitor
- Network Recycle Bin
- User Quota
- Virtual Drive (ISO Mounting, Maximum 16)
- UPS SupportCompatibility
Access Control
- Maximum Number of Users: 4096
- Maximum Number of Groups: 512
- Maximum Number of Shared Folders: 512
- Maximum Number of Concurrent Connections: 512
- Supports Windows Active Directory
Security
- AES 256-Bit Folder Encryption
- Firewall: Prevent Unauthorized Access
- Network Defender: Prevent Network Attacks
- Alert Notifications: E-mail, SMS
- Encrypted Connections: HTTPS, FTP over SSL/TLS, SSH, SFTP, Rsync over SSH
External DevicesCompatibility
- Supports USB/eSATA3 External Storage Devices
- USB Wi-Fi Dongle Support
- Bluetooth Dongle/Speaker Support
- USB Printer Support
- USB DAC/IR Receiver/Keyboard/Mouse Support
Featured Apps
ACL
- Provides both Windows ACL and Linux ACL permission configuration methods
- Can enable Windows ACL for specific shared folders
- Comprehensive support for Windows 13 types of advanced permission settings
- Can view Windows ACL permission settings from within ADM
- Supports local users and groups
- Exclusive permission reset function allows users to quickly restore default permissions
Antivirus
- Scheduled Scans
- Automatic Virus Definition Updates
- Quarantine Infected Files
ASUSTOR Portal
- Supports 2 Different Multimedia Players: XBMC & Boxee *
- Supports Output for 4 Channels of Megapixel IP Camera Video Feeds
- Chrome Web Browser and YouTube Integration
- Downloads from Chrome Automatically Saved to the NAS
- Power Control Settings: Power on, Sleep, Restart and Wake via Remote
- Customizable ASUSTOR Portal Desktop Wallpaper
- Add Shortcuts to Favorite Websites
- Increased TV Compatibility via Overscan and Resolution Settings
XBMC
- XBMC 12/13
- Play All Media Content Stored on NAS
- Video Output via HDMI
- TV Shows, Movies, Apps and More
- ASUSTOR Customized Features
- AiRemote Mobile App
- Supports SBS 3D Playback (Side By Side)
Download Center
- Supports BT(Torrent & Magnet Link), HTTP and FTP Downloads
- Torrent Search
- Choose Files Before a BT Task Starts
- Customizable Download Schedule
- Bandwidth Control
- RSS Subscription and Automatic Downloading (Broadcatching)
- ASUSTOR Download Assistant for Windows & Mac
- AiDownload for iOS & Android
- AiDownload for iOS & Android with Push Notification
- Smart Download Function
DropBox
- Each ADM Account is Able to Individually Log in to One Dropbox Account
- Supported Backup Methods:
File Explorer
- Web-based File Management
- ISO File Mounting
- Share Links
- Task Monitor
- Browse Files on Local PC
- Thumbnail Previews
FTP Explorer
- Directory Structure View with Drag & Drop Transfers
- Task Monitor
- Stopping of Transmission Task & Resumption of Connection
- Encrypted Connections: Explicit over TLS, Implicit over TLS
- FTP Site Manager
- Bandwidth Control
- Maximum Simultaneous Transfer Control
Google Drive
- Each ADM Account is Able to Individually Log in to One Google Account
- Supported Backup Methods:
- Sync
- Directly Upload Files to Google Drive from NAS
- Directly Download Files from Google Drive to NAS
HiDrive
- Each ADM Account is Able to Individually Log in to One HiDrive Account
- Supported Backup Methods:
- Directly Upload Files to HiDrive from NAS
- Directly Download Files from HiDrive to NAS
- Supported Protocols:
- Rsync
- FTP
- FTPS
- SFTP
- Rsync + SSH
LooksGood
More
- Currently only available for Windows Chrome. Installation of the VLC media player browser plug-in is required.
- Supports the use of DVB-T/DTMB digital TV dongles to stream and record scheduled digital TV programs.
- Only certain countries and territories support DVB-T. Please click on the following link to learn more about the regions supporting DVB-T. (Please see thecompatibility list for more information on compatible DVB-T/DTMB digital TV dongles)
- Supports multiple TV tuners. A single TV tuner can only stream or record from one channel at a time.
- Playback of High-Definition Video Files
- Supports External Subtitles and Multiple Audio Channels
- Supports the Browsing of Photos
- Recently Added, Recently Watched and Favorite Browsing Categories
- Supports Browsing of Electronic Program Guides
- Edit and Manage Recording Tasks
- Configure Recording Tasks: Time, Length and Recording Frequency
- No Need for an EPG, Just Select a Channel and Time to Begin Recording
- Recording Task Log
- Configurable Favorite Programs to Record
iTunes Server
- For iTunes on Mac & Windows
- Supports AirPlay
- Supports iOS Remote Pairing
- Supported Audio Formats: AIF, M4A (AAC & Apple Loseless), M4P, M4R, MP3, WAV
- Supported Video Formats: M4V, MOV, MP4
- Supported Playlist Formats: M3U, WPL
Mail Server
- Each ADM Account can Become an Independent Email Account
- Email Activity Monitor (Over 1 Week, 1/3/6 Months)
- Provides SMTP, IMAP and POP3 Mail Protocols
- Supports SMTP Relay and Verification
- SMTP-SSL Secure Connections
- Spam Filter and Black List Settings
- Antivirus Scanning for Emails
- Email Alias Creation and Mapping
- Monitoring of Mail Queue
- Mail Service Activity Log
- Exclusive Email Backup Mechanism
- Auto-Forwarding and Auto-Response Protocols
Photo Gallery
- Social Media Support: Facebook, Google+, Twitter, Plurk
- Manage Photo Album Access Rights: Public Access, Restricted to Certain Accounts, Album Password
- Customizable Photo Album Cover
- Supports Display of Image EXIF Values, Editable Description, Image Rotation
- Supports Playing Images via Slideshow
- Supports Downloading of Image Source Files
- Supports User Comments
- Supports Tagging of Photos
- Search for Photos via Keyword or Tag
- Supported Image Format: JPG, PNG, GIF
Surveillance CenterCompatibility
- Live Monitoring (4 Free Channels)
- Multiple Channel Playback with Audio
- Supported Browsers: Internet Explorer, Chrome, FireFox (Windows only)
- Event Notification
- Supports Local Output of 4 Video Feed Channels
- Recording via Schedule and Event Detection
- Add Additional IP Camera Channels via Purchasable LicensesBuy now
- Max. Number of IP Cameras (Including 4 Free Channels):
- AS70 Series: 16
- AS6 / 50 / 51 Series: 12
- AS-2 / 3 Series: 8
SoundsGood
- Import Personal/Public Music Collection
- Personal/Public Music Collection Permission Control
- Playlist Editor
- ID3 Tag Editor
- Local Speaker Support: HDMI, USB
- Supported Audio Formats for Browser: MP3, WAV, Ogg
- Supported Audio Formats for Transcoding Through Browser: AIFF, Flac
- Supported Audio Formats for Local Speaker: MP3, WAV, Ogg, AIFF, Flac
- ASUS DAC Support
Takeasy
- Download from YouTube, Vimeo, YouKu, Tudou and More
- Selectable the Video Type and Quality
- Automatic Downloads with YouTube Subscriptions
- Preview Downloads in Progress
- Online Playback
UPnP Media Server
- Supports PS3 and other Digital Media Player Capable Devices
- Supports On-The-Fly Transcoding for Most RAW Images and Audio(OGG, FLAC)
- Supported Image Formats: BMP, GIF, ICO, JPG, PNG, PSD, TIF, RAW Image (3FR, ARW, CR2, CRW, DCR, DNG, ERF, KDC, MEF, MOS, MRW, NEF, NRW, ORF, PEF, RAF, RAW, RW2, SR2, X3F)
- Supported Audio Formats: 3GP, AAC, AC3, AIFC, AIFF, AMR, APE, AU, AWB, FLAC1, M4A, M4R, MP2, MP3, OGG Vorbis1, PCM, WAV, WMA
- Supported Video Formats: 3GP, 3G2, ASF, AVI, DAT, FLV, ISO, M2T, M2V, M2TS, M4V, MKV, MPv4, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, MTS, MOV, QT, SWF, TP, TRP, TS, VOB, WMV, RMVB, VDR, MPE
VPN Client
- Supported VPN Protocols: PPTP, OpenVPN
- Transmission Package Monitor
- PPTP Authentication: PAP, CHAP, MS CHAP, MS CHAP2
- PPTP Encryption: No MPPE, MPPE (40, 128 bit), Maximum MPPE (128 bit)
- OpenVPN Port Control
- OpenVPN Link Compression
VPN Server
- Supports PPTP and OpenVPN Protocols
- View Current Connections & Ability to Disconnect Suspicious Connections
- Comprehensive Connection Log
Note:
Hard disks not included.
Test HDD: WD Red 3 TB HDD
USB Wi-Fi dongle not included.
You must first enable real time transcoding for these files in order to play them.
Metadata (e.g. title) may not be able to displayed in iTunes.
ASUSTOR recommends that ASUSTOR Portal be used with a TV with a resolution of 720p or higher or a monitor supporting audio output.
Currently, 2160p(4k) is only available on the 7 series.
Currently, XBMC 13 is only available on the 50/51/7 series.
