Let’s face it, managing files is not as easy as it should be. While having all our media in digital format allows us to own an unlimited amount of books, music and movies, figuring out how to store and access so much content has proven to be an ardent task. And when you realize you have to access these files from not only your computer, but also from your smartphone, tablet, stereo and TV, managing your digital content can become a part-time job.
Handling files is even harder for businesses because they have to make it easy for their employees to access them. The longer it takes a person to find the file they’re looking for, the more money it will cost the company in the long run. And because every employee also owns a smartphone and tablet alongside their computer, consistent and speedy connections to files is crucial to a company’s success.
Our digital lifestyle demands a hassle-free way to access our content. There is no advantage to having so many files if we don’t have an easy way to access them. This is why more people are finding themselves creating their own personal cloud with Network Attached Storage (NAS).
NAS devices have been around since the 1980s, but have seen increased popularity in recent years for good reason: they’re inexpensive, rarely experience downtime, and offer better security than traditional file servers. For these benefits and others, NAS has quickly become the ideal storage solution for home users and small businesses alike. Anyone that is looking for a fast and easy way to access their digital content will benefit from using a NAS network.
Year after year, one of the most trusted manufacturers of NAS devices is Western Digital. With multiple awards from leading trade publications, Western Digital has been recognized for its advanced product design, extensive testing, state-of-the-art manufacturing and commitment to quality. All it takes is one visit to the Western Digital Store at Newegg and you’ll understand why most of our customers give their products a four- or five-egg rating. This is why we’re excited to announce an upgrade to their popular WD Red and the official launch of the WD Red Pro.
“With the expansion and evolution of the WD Red family, WD once again is providing its loyal customers with increased capacity up to 6TB; improved bay count support with up to 8 bays; increased product breadth with WD Red Pro; and more features with the latest generation of NASware technology. WD continues to listen to its customers and bring exciting innovation to the category they helped to create.”
–Matt Rutledge, Senior Vice President and General Manager of WD Storage Technology
The WD Red is designed specifically for home systems that want to take their connected home environment to the next level. Since its introduction in 2012, the WD Red has provided users with an affordable, reliable and compatible storage solution. Steaming media, backing up computers and sharing files is fast and easy with the WD Red at the center of your personal cloud.
WD Red Features
- 1TB to 6TB capacity
- SATA III 6Gbps
- 1-8 bay NAS systems
- NASware 3.0
- Three-year limited warranty
WD Red Pro
The WD Red Pro is targeted for small businesses that need support for large NAS systems up to 16 bays. Engineered to handle increased workloads, the WD Red Pro is a professional solution for employees that demand quick access to files and folders. Any company that requires a reliable storage solution that emphasizes high performance will benefit from the all new WD Red Pro.
WD Red Pro Features
- 2TB to 4TB capacity
- SATA III 6Gbps
- 8-16 bay NAS systems
- NASware 3.0
- Five-year limited warranty
Setting up a NAS network in your home or office is as simple as plugging it in. There’s very little configuration that is required and once it’s connected to the LAN, you’ll have centralized storage that is easy to maintain, backup and administer. And because any computer connected to the NAS network can share files, all types of machines and operating systems (Windows, OS X, Linux, etc.) are able to have access. If you’re considering setting up your own personal cloud at home or need a reliable storage solution for your business, the WD Red and WD Red Pro will get the job done.
Find out more about the WD Red and WD Red Pro
