- Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials
- Intel Atom Processor (2.13GHz, Dual-Core)
- 4GB DDR3 RAM
- HDMI and VGA output
- 1 x eSATA for external
- Enhanced Boot Drive: EmbeddedSSD
- Data Deduplication: Performance Optimization
- Active Directory Domain Services: Scalable, Secure User Management
- Office 365 & Microsoft Azure: Cloud Service Integration
- Global Language Pack: 36 Interfaces Available
- Automated client backup built in
- Microsoft Bitlocker drive encryption
- Simple administrative dashboard
- NTFS Online Scan and Repair
Overview
Thecus Technology Corp. today announces another world first: Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials is now available for NAS users. Available this October, the 2-bay W2000, 4-bay W4000, and the 5-bay W5000 offer a host of benefits to SMB users, including data protection, integrated cloud services, and secure remote access.
Thecus NAS provide users with a complete solution to their storage needs. With the additions to the W Series, Thecus is able to offer a more diversified product to its customers. Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials is an ideal pairing with Thecus NAS and will equip small businesses with a powerful and trusted storage solution. Florence Shih, CEO at Thecus Technology Corp.
By running Windows Server software on a Thecus NAS, users will be able to simplify the integration of Microsofts cloud-based applications and services, including Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Azure. These new NAS offerings provide users with an affordable, flexible solution that minimizes resources spent on business operations while still optimizing productivity.
The Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials software allows small businesses to protect, centralize, organize, and access their data anywhere by using almost any device, said Peter Han, Vice President of Worldwide OEM Marketing, Microsoft. We believe offering our software on Thecus NAS devices will provide an excellent solution for those small businesses looking to protect their data while optimizing their resources with a hybrid, on premise, and cloud-connected offering.
Thanks to proven Thecus hardware based on the Intel Atom platform, serviced by dual LAN ports and no less than 2GB of DDR3 RAM, and all featuring media connectivity (HDMI and VGA), the new line of world-first Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Essentials NAS are user-friendly yet robust answers to the data needs of every forward-thinking small to medium-sized business.
Specs
1. Hardware Platform
| Item |
Spec |
| Processor |
Intel Atom Processor (2.13GHz Dual Core) |
| System Memory |
4GB DDR3 |
| LAN Interface |
RJ-45x2: 10/100/1000 BASE-TX Auto MDI/MDI-X
WOL supported |
| USB Interface |
USB 2.0 host port x2 (back x2)
USB 3.0 host port x2 (front x2) |
| HDMI Output |
HDMI port (back x1) |
| VGA Output |
VGA port (back x1) |
| Audio |
Line output (back) |
| Disk Interface |
4 x SATA for internal
1 x eSATA for external |
| Power Supply |
External power adapter |
| PCI-e x1 Slot |
1 (1 lane) |
| Thermal/Fan control |
Thermal sensor on processor temperature
System FAN speed controlled by temperature |
| System Clock |
Battery-backed up system clock |
| Power Management |
Auto power on after shutdown due to power loss |
| Buzzer |
Adjustable frequency alarm |
| Buttons |
Power button |
| Environment |
Temperature: 5C to 40C
Humidity: 0 ~ 80 % R.H. (Non-condensing) |
| Chassis |
Tower Metal Chassis |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) |
192 x 172 x 250 (mm)/ 7.56 x6.77 x 9.84 (in) |
| Weight (Kgs)/(lb) |
4.38(Kgs)/9.66(lb)(NAS only) |
2. Software Functions
| Item |
Spec |
| File System |
Native NTFS support, FAT32, EFS, ReFS |
| Disk Management |
Data Deduplication
Storage Spaces:
1.Create pools of storage using industry standard hard disk drives
2.Enables data redundancy with mirroring or parity
NTFS Online Scan and Repair (CHKDSK) intelligently repairs unexpected corrupted data.
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Network Support
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Protocols : IPV6 / Multiple NICs / DNS / DHCP & WINS
Support for multiple subnets / Multiple IP addresses |
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File and Block Storage Protocol Support
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File : SMB 1.0, 2.0, 2.1, 3.0 / NFSv2, NFSv3, NFSv4.1
Block : iSCSI Target Server, iSCSI ,SATA, and USB |
| Directory Services / User Management |
Seamless Active Directory integration with any existing Active Directory Domain
Active Directory for authentication and authorization
Active Directory (Domain Controller, Certificate Services, Federation Services, Rights Management) |
| Windows Client integration via Launch Pad |
Agent deployed on client, one click connection to NAS appliance. |
| Performance |
NIC Teaming aggregates bandwidth of multiple NICs
SMB Multi-channel- multiple transport sessions in a single NIC |
| Secure Remote Access |
Secure Remote Desktop Services with Encryption and Authentication
Remote file access via FTP/FTPS
Remote Web Access via HTTPS |
| Licensing |
Client support for up to 50 users or devices
No Windows Server Client Access Licenses ( CALs) required
Single processor socket / Up to 4 GB of memory |
| Printer Server Support / FAX and Scan |
Full Windows print services support Local printer connection
Print Server & Document Services (Distributed Scan Server) |
| Health Reporting / Notifications |
Full Windows print services support Local printer connection
Integrated health monitoring and reporting
Send health report to chosen email address on a customizable schedule |
| Media Pack for Streaming |
Stream music, videos, and pictures with the included Windows Server Essentials Media Pack. |
