10 best cloud drives

Product description

Buffalo's LinkStation 210 is an affordable and intuitive single-drive network storage device that comes equipped with a whole host of features, perfect for storing, sharing, serving and protecting your most important data.



Backup multiple PCs and Mac computers simultaneously and enjoy uninterrupted access to terabytes of storage on your network and over the Internet.

• Budget-friendly DLNA-ready NAS device with Hard Drive included
• Entry-class Personal cloud access and share your content anytime anywhere over the Internet
• Easy to set up Plug into your router for instant network access
• Consolidate storage and backup your PC & Mac computers
• Stream videos and photos to your DLNA/UPnP connected devices
• Built-in Bit Torrent client for simplified file downloading and management
• 4TB capacity – 1 Drive bay

User questions & answers

Question:	Can I connect a usb cable to this drive to access what's stored on it via computer or tv? or can you only access stuff through a network connection
Answer:	if you really want to access via USB, just get a harddrive docking station. They are so much cheaper then networked attached storage anyway, less electronics to fail...just better all the way around unless you are dealing with someone who can't cope with connecting and disconnecting stuff, it's far better. You can sway in and out many drives and store them...
Question:	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
Answer:	This is a network attached storage device. In order to use this with Windows 10 you'll need to map it as a network drive. Yes, the contents can be encrypted. No, it's not a USB device, it's a network device.
Question:	does this support time machine
Answer:	Yes, all Buffalo NAS support time machine.
Question:	Anyone use this successfully as a Plex media server
Answer:	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.

Product features

Buffalo LinkStation 210 Series

Buffalo's LinkStation 210 is an affordable and intuitive single-drive network storage device that comes equipped with a whole host of features, perfect for storing, sharing, serving and protecting your most important data.

Backup multiple PCs and Mac computers simultaneously and enjoy uninterrupted access to terabytes of storage on your network and over the Internet.

Private Cloud Service

While on the go, Buffalo’s free WebAccess service allows you to create a private cloud for easy remote access and file sharing with anyone, anywhere over the Internet.

Stream Your Favorite Media

The LinkStation 210 is DLNA ready and it can be used as an iTunes server to stream all of your favorite music, movies and shows to multiple devices simultaneously. Now you can relax and watch movies on your big screen TV while music is pumped outdoors by the pool. Centralize your media files for simple sharing and streaming.

Shared Central Storage

With terabytes of storage, LinkStation 210 provides a reliable, central location to store and protect all data from every PC and Mac computer, tablet and smartphone in your home or small office. Store, access and share files from anywhere over your network at speeds up 10/100/1000 Mbps.

Easy PC/MAC Scheduled Backup

The LinkStation 210 features five licenses of NovaBACKUP Workstation - Buffalo Edition and Time Machine support for multiple Mac computers for whole home data backup and protection.

LinkStation Network Attached Storage System

The LinkStation 210 runs on Buffalo's LinkStation NAS System, providing a host of useful features from network file sharing and security to RAID management (on multi-drive units), remote access and more. Included on all Buffalo LinkStation devices, LinkStation NAS System simplifies your everyday data needs.

BitTorrent Client

The LinkStation 210 comes with a built-in BitTorrent client for simplified file downloading and management.

USB Expansion

The LinkStation 210 comes equipped with a USB 2.0 port, allowing users to increase storage capacity or backup to another device for an extra level of data protection.

For higher speeds and sharing, we recommend connecting the LinkStation to a network switch.

NovaBACKUP Buffalo Edition

The 5 NovaStor NovaBACKUP licenses included with the LinkStation 210 offer the best backup software for servers and workstations.

With NovaStor, you get help with everything from choosing your backup plan to installing and setting up the software, recovering your data in case of a crash, and receiving timely help from local, knowledgeable backup experts.

Product description

A 1.3 GHz dual-core processor for high performance and ultra-fast transfer speeds. Up to 16TB of centralized storage for your entire network. Simple system management for personalized backup. Windows-Windows 10, Windows 8 or 8.1 Windows 7, Windows Vista, Mac OS X- El Capitan (Mac OS 10.11) Yosemite (Mac OS 10.10) Maverick (Mac OS 10.9) Mountain Lion (Mac OS 10.8) Lion (Mac OS 10 Note-Compatibility may vary depending on your computer’s hardware configuration and operating system).

• High-performance 1.3 GHz dual-core Processor for lag-free streaming
• 1GB of DDR3 Memory to multitask with ease
• Centralized network storage and access from anywhere
• Automatic file synching across all your computers
• Simplified file and folder sharing

User questions & answers

Question:	what if the NAS device fails? Can you remove the drives and put in another device to recover data or are they hardware layer encrypted
Answer:	Yes. A long story short, my WD My Cloud Mirror suffered a "blown out" ethernet port due to a lightening strike. I purchased the EX2 Ultra (diskless) and placed my old WD Red drives, that were in the My Cloud Mirror, and it worked flawlessly. It didn't skip a beat. I was up and running like nothing happened. I was so relieved that the content on the drives were unaffected!
Question:	Is the 8tb option include 1 drive at 8tbs or 2-4tb hdds
Answer:	2 4TB drives wich can then be run in a raid configuration.
Question:	Im assuming any advertised capacity would be half using raid
Answer:	Well, this is an old question, so nobody will see my glorious contribution; but here goes anyway! In order to use RAID 1, the two drives in use for that must be of the same size. They should be identical --- well nearly so. But, if one of the drives is slower than the other, the slower drive controls the speed (obviously). Two 6 TB drives in RAID 1, however, does not give you exactly 6 TB. There is a small part of the discs that gets assigned overhead duty to keep track of the status of the mirroring and to manage the mirroring. You could assume a high percentage --- maybe even more than 99%. I can't find any real figures for it, but since a 6 TB drive doesn't hold 6 TB anyway, you might just assume something like 5.98 TB for two nominal 6 TB drives in RAID 1. Keep in mind that RAID isn't free!! Not only is the capacity of the RAID array less than the combined capacity of the drives, there is also a performance hit because everything has to be written more than once and depending on which RAID (n) you choose, it may be split across several drives. Another consideration which I had not previously considered is the age of the drives. If you start with two identical drives, four years from now each of those drives will have been in service for, guess what, four years. If one of them fails, the other may not be long behind. Some folks (what we usually refer to as "THEY") would suggest a mix of drive ages. Your mileage may vary, as "they" say. :-)
Question:	Has anyone used this nas with plex
Answer:	I am going to buy the 4 bay version. If I can stream from Plex using 2 old Lenovo IX4-300D's than I am sure the ARMADA 388 1.6ghz chip will be fine for steaming from Plex. The Lenovo only has a 1.2ghz chip and ARMADA XP chip in it.

Product features

High-performance storage to stream, sync and share from anywhere

Organize your media collection in a single place on this high-performance NAS solution, and access it securely from anywhere. With My Cloud EX2 Ultra, you get ultra-fast transfer speeds for smooth HD streaming. Plus, you'll be able to automatically sync content across computers, easily share files and folders, and enjoy multiple backup options so you can create your own personalized system with ease.

Updated for smooth streaming

Upgraded with the powerful Marvell Armada 385 1.3GHz dual-core processor, you’ll get ultra-fast transfer rates for high performance streaming. It also comes with 1GB of DDR3 memory, so you can multitask with ease.

Sync your content across all your computers

With WD Sync, you can automatically synchronize your media and files across your computers and your My Cloud device, so you can be confident your content is always up to date and accessible with all your devices.

Simplified file and folder sharing

Easily customize how you share by using public or private links. With a public link, you can share your content so anyone can see it. Using a private link, you can grant a user limited or full-access and securely collaborate with anyone. Whether you’re on a shoot, or editing at home, you can save your creations at full fidelity and share with your entire network without missing a beat.

Enhanced data protection

With WD SmartWare Pro backup software, PC users can customize when and where their content is saved, while Mac users have full access to Apple Time Machine for personalized backup. You can even automatically back up your data to a separate My Cloud NAS device, or any supported cloud service like Amazon S3, or ElephantDrive. Combined with 256 AES volume encryption, you can securely store files across your entire network, regardless of OS.

Centralize, organize and stream with Plex

The Plex Media Server keeps all your photos, videos and music beautifully organized and prepared for streaming to your PC, mobile device, game console, or other media player. Enrich your media with plot summaries, posters, album covers and enjoy it from home or on the go. Complimentary 3-month trial now included with your purchase!

Milestone ARCUS surveillance software

With Milestone ARCUS surveillance software on your My Cloud EX2 Ultra, you get easy-to-use functionality to help you keep watch on what’s important. You’ll be able to view live feeds, recorded video, or export incidents to take immediate action from almost anywhere with your PC, smartphone or tablet with the free Milestone Mobile app. With more than 3,700 supported cameras to choose from and two free camera licenses included, this is the perfect surveillance solution for your home*.

*After installing the Milestone ARCUS app, a link will be provided within the software with direction for how to purchase additional camera licenses.

Product description

Synology DiskStation DS220j is an entrylevel network-attached storage for your household to store and share photos videos documents and all types of personal data The 2-bay private cloud solution provides complete and intuitive data protection approaches for you to easily back up computer data and mobile photos with just a few clicks

• 24/7 file server for your household to store share and backup personal data
• Award-winning DiskStation Manager (DSM) brings intuitive operation flow and reduces learning curve
• Access and share data with any Windows macOS and Linux computers or mobile devices
• Integrated media server to support multimedia content streaming
• Freely access private cloud files on-the-go and back up mobile photos with iOS and Android apps

User questions & answers

Question:	Can it be used as a datastore for esxi or backup VMs
Answer:	Technically you can but not recommended. You will likely get terrible performance because the CPU and memory is not designed for this use case. 512MB RAM is very low for a datastore. This model is really geared towards traditional file sharing and media streaming. You want something with higher CPU and read/wrtie caching like the DS218/DS218+.
Question:	Is the memory upgradable
Answer:	No, the DS220j only supports 512MB
Question:	what physical size harddrives can be used
Answer:	Carlos is correct. 16tb is the limit of the ds218j or 8tb in raid configuration and the DS220j is 2ea 12 Tb for a total of 24Tb or 12Tb, in used in a raid situation.
Question:	If single drive is installed initially, then 2nd drive is added later. does raid 1 get configured? or does both drive need to be installed together
Answer:	I installed one drive initially, and then added a second drive later. The second drive was automatically added as a Raid 1 drive.

Product features

Your own private cloud

DiskStation offers big storage capacity for housing your movies, photos, or important data, making it easy to create your own private cloud and maintain complete control over your data. Synology’s DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system simplifies the process of backing up your computers, accessing your files from anywhere, storing multimedia, and more.

*Performance figures may vary depending on the environment, usage, and configuration.

Easy file access

Access files on your Synology NAS over the Internet using QuickConnect. DiskStation allows you to synchronize your files across multiple devices or even across several locations, so you never have to go without your data.

Personal multimedia server

Turn your DiskStation into a home media hub to store your movies, TV shows, pictures, and MP3s. Centralize and organize your photos and videos in your private cloud for easy sharing and management.

Bulletproof backup

Control your data and keep your files safe. DSM makes it easy to backup files for all your devices and avoid accidental data loss. You can even backup data from your DiskStation to other devices or any major cloud storage provider.

24/7 security solution

Every DiskStation comes ready to be configured for home or office security. Just connect your IP cameras and use DiskStation to manage, monitor, and save all of your security footage. All without any monthly fees.

Total Protection

Synology devices are built with security in mind. Every DiskStation comes equipped with tools like Auto Block and Two Factor Authentication to help keep data safe and reduce the risk of unwanted parties from accessing the system. For even more security, DiskStation supports military-grade encryption technology giving you amazing protection.

Product description

Buffalo’s LinkStation SoHo Series is a compact, budget friendly two-drive network storage solution ideal for small & home offices and professional users requiring a reliable RAID-based network storage, providing dependable performance during file transfers and everyday NAS functions.

• Easy to use reliable & Economic backup storage for home office featuring Active Directory
• Pre-tested standard-grade hard drives included – with RAID pre-configured
• Small office/home office economical storage solution
• 3-Year standard wty with 24/7 North American-based support
• Free personal cloud for access to from any PC & Mac computer tablet and smartphone
• Direct Copy-ready NAS lets you save data directly from USB devices
• 8 TB – 2 drives included - ships in RAID 1 = 4 TB usable capacity

User questions & answers

Question:	Am I able to set the permissions so people can read and write data but not delete anything
Answer:	Contrary to HIS answer I got my Linkstation of to work with Windows 10. When it comes out of the box the SMB option is in the OFF position. You have to go to Advanced then File Sharing. The SMB setting is there. I switched it on. After that mapping network drives and running backups to the NAS went without error.
Question:	Does it support IP cameras like the synology surveillance station? If no, which other models do
Answer:	Don’t buy buffalo, I’ve had two crash and lost most of my data. It does support cameras but I will never buy anything from buffalo. I have a Synology that also supports cameras and has run flawlessly.
Question:	Can i backup/upload photos from my iphone? if yes, then does it store the photo in same format(eg.: heic) with exif metadata & same size as in iphone
Answer:	Yes, you can backup/upload your iPhone photos with our WebAccess-I app. It does not alter the files in any way.
Question:	standard drives" does not sound like a nas (iron wolf) rated 24x7 duty drive. if "standard" desktop model drive, can they be upgraded to nas spec
Answer:	Yes, the Buffalo LinkStations use what I would call common home computer drives. Yes, you can replace those drives with any similar size SATA drives. But, I see no need as I have five Buffalos running 24/7 on my network, the oldest purchased in 2009, the newest in 2018. I have had no failures - zero. If you configure the Buffalo to RAID 1 you have no problem even if a drive dies as they are hot-swap and the system does automatic restore on insertion of a new drive.

Product features

About Buffalo

Buffalo Americas is a provider of easy-to-use technology solutions and pre- and post-sales support with over 45 years in existence. We build storage, networking, and other technology-related solutions that simplify your experience and deliver a solid return on your investment.

Our network attached storage (NAS) devices are installed with hard drives that eliminate the hassle of sourcing and testing drives, saving you time and money.

Buffalo LinkStation SoHo 200

Buffalo’s LinkStation SoHo 200 Series is a budget friendly two-drive network storage solution ideal for small & home offices, prosumers & creative professionals. It allows users to centralize data with the ability to share files among multiple devices.

Enjoy business-level data storage and security without the hassle and prohibitive costs of setting up a professional storage network.

Easy to Deploy Out-of-Box Experience

No complicated set-up, just plug and play for network storage.

Storing and securing data on your network couldn’t be easier with the LinkStation SoHo. With hard drives included and RAID already pre-configured, the LinkStation SoHo allows for plug and play usability.

Direct Copy

Direct Copy allows you to avoid using a console for backing up your photos, movies, files, etc.

If your device has a USB port, you can connect it directly to the LinkStation SoHo. This function allows you to skip backing up data to a console and go directly to your storage device.

LinkStation SoHo is compatible with USB card readers, allowing users to copy photo/video files directly from their SD card or Compact Flash.

Optimized for Effortless Streaming

Effortlessly stream to your device.

The LinkStation SoHo's USB port and 400Mpbs transfer speed is designed for 4K video streaming to the device of your choice.

Playback with LinkStation SoHo requires 3rd party video player software.

Store your data with confidence on the market's most secure NAS

The most secure network storage on the market.

You can be confident that your data is secure when you save it on the LinkStation SoHo. This device features a closed system, which is a strong deterrent to hacking. It is also able to feature redundancy with RAID pre-configured out of the box. Another unique security feature is the LinkStation SoHo allows you to securely access the device using SSL encryption.

RAID Data Protection

RAID provides redundancy in the event of a drive failure by allowing you to rebuild your data after replacing the failed drive.

• 2-drive Linkstations and TeraStations come with RAID 1.
• 4-drive TeraStations come with RAID 5.
• Models with 6 or more drives come with RAID 6.

RAID offers mirroring and parity protection at the cost of reducing the usable capacity of the NAS. LinkStations and TeraStations can be set to RAID 0 to use the full capacity, but you lose the data protection provided by mirroring and parity.

Buffalo Data Recovery Service

Buffalo has you covered post purchase. This LinkStation comes with a 3-year W. The LinkStation SoHo qualifies for Buffalo's data recovery service for simple logical data issues.

To receive this service, the device must be registered at Buffalo's website.

Product description

My Cloud Home is an easy-to-use personal storage device that plugs directly into your Wi-Fi router at home so you can save all your digital content in one central place. You can automatically back up the photos and videos on your phone, and wirelessly back up and sync all your PC and Mac computers and cloud accounts. Use the USB port to quickly import photos, videos and documents from other devices, like USB flash drives and external hard drives. Access, upload and share those photos and videos from anywhere with an internet connection using My Cloud Home apps for mobile, desktop and web. Use these simple apps for a smooth streaming experience of your personal videos to any device, anywhere.

• One central place to store all your photos, videos, music and files
• Quick and simple setup from your phone
• Auto backup for photos and videos on your phone
• Backup for all your PC and Mac computers
• 2-year manufacturer's limited warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	how easy is it to set this up in my HOME
Answer:	Easy. Plug it in to power and an Ethernet connection. Download the WD my cloud app on your PC and log in to administer the device. That’s about it.
Question:	Can each family members have their own folder with a password
Answer:	Hi - I bought the 4TB my Cloud Home device. I am still trying all the features. It is possible to let your family members set-up their own user ID, password and dedicated folders which only your family member will have access to etc. I found it very annoying that as administrator of the home cloud, you WILL NOT have any control o what they are storing (or) access to any of those files. May be the WD designed the product that way that individuals have complete data security to their own areas. I am still learning. Good Luck
Question:	Can you install BitTorrent/transmission client on it
Answer:	From what I can see, this is pretty locked out but it does come with a few services preinstalled (Plex, IFTTT etc.)
Question:	Can this be connected to a local network without an internet gateway? Does this require an internet connection to function locally
Answer:	You could but it would be of limited value. It is not designed for local storage. It wants to be a Cloud device. Go read this review and the mnaufacturer’s response: https://www.amazon.com/review/R438M3H6BK69U/ref=cm_cr_srp_d_rdp_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B076CTK55W

Product features

Effortless Syncing & Backup

Compatible with both Mac and PC computers, as well as iOS and Android devices. Setup sync and backup for multiple devices with the included software.

Centralized Storage

Store all your favorite photos, videos and files in one place. Search by date, time or keyword to quickly find your favorite memories and create photo albums or folders.

Add Content & Integration

Store files from external drives, USBs and cloud accounts or automatically download from cloud services. You can connect to media streaming services, and stream videos from any compatible device.

Access At Your Fingertips

Remotely access and share your files from anywhere with Internet. Easily find everything with the intuitive My Cloud Home app from any desktop, tablet or mobile device and without subscription fees.

Privately Share with Friends and Family

Share a link to a folder, files or photo album to one or more people. Collaborate in a folder to share photos, videos or documents seamlessly. Add users with a private space for each of them.

Without Monthly fees

You can store, access and share all of your photos, videos and files without monthly fees.

Locked Down

Keep your contents secure with password protection and built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption. Just activate password protection and set your own personalized password using WD Discovery.

For storage on the go, check out WD My Passport

Your favorite content. Everywhere you go.

Slim Style

Make the most of your journey with style that suits you. The new My Passport has been redesigned to feature a convenient, slim form factor and is available in a range of vibrant colors.

Ongoing Confidence

There's no telling what's ahead in your own journey. That's why WD builds drives to demanding requirements for durability and long-term reliability.

Product description

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Package Contents

• 4TB Storage Capacity, Back up files from all your computers
• Gigabit Ethernet and USB 3.0, Blazing-fast file transfers
• Package Includes: Personal cloud storage, Ethernet cable, AC adapter and Quick Install Guide, DLNA 1.5 and UPnP Certified
• Auto Network Discovery, Windows and Mac Compatible.Compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Mac OS X El Capitan,Yosemite, Mavericks, or Mountain Lion operating systems. Requires,DLNA/UPnP devices for streaming and a router with Internet connection.
• Stream to your DLNA/UPnP-certified connected TVs, media players and gaming consoles
• The My Cloud drive is compatible with Apple Time Machine for Mac users

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there any subscription fee, or just 1 time purchase? Is data stored on WD servers somewhere or is the cloud just the physical hard drive at home
Answer:	Yes.
Question:	Does it require a static public IP address? Or can I use domain name using a product like NO-IP.org
Answer:	No, it does not connect to other devices. This is strictly a disc to disc duplicator. It will not copy from a different media format to duplicate to a dvd/cd disc. Thank you very much.
Question:	I'd like to set this up to set aside a certain amount of space for time machine backups for two macs and have the rest for network storage. How
Answer:	Hi, it will burn at 8x as the writing speed is also determined by the media that you used. The maximum speed of the burner is 24x, but the media would also need to support at the highest speed of the burner to burn at the maximum speed. If the blank disc is only 4x at top burning speed, then it's going to be duplicating at 4x. This is not a hardware issue, but the blank media's issues.
Question:	Can i use the built-in USB port to access the files writeen in the HD Faster, or the access is only throught network connection
Answer:	yes it will. I have copied many cds that I have made. it is quick too.

Product features

Keep it at home. Access it anywhere.

My Cloud is a private, personal storage unit that plugs into your home network. It automatically backs up and centralizes all your content in one safe place that only you control. And because it’s online, you, friends and family can quickly access and share whatever you want, with any device, anywhere you have an Internet connection.

Store it all in one place

Centralize all your photos, videos, music and files in one secure place, at home and under your control.

Access it from anywhere

If you have an Internet connection, your photos, videos and files are just a click away. Sign in to MyCloud.com or use the My Cloud app on your phone or tablet to connect directly to your personal cloud.

Sync your favorite content

WD Sync automatically synchronizes content across all your computers and your My Cloud unit, so your important files are always up to date and accessible from all your devices.

Backup for all your computers

Automatically back up all the PC and Mac computers in your home to your My Cloud device.

Photo and video backup for smartphones and tablets

Automatically back up all the photos and videos captured so you can easily free up space and never miss a shot.

Collect and share photos in one simple place

Create one simple place for you, friends and family to collect and share memorable photos so nobody misses a thing.

Product description

finally, A Cloud Of Their Own - Give Your Customers A Complete Solution To Save Everything In One Place With Twice The Protection And Access It Anywhere From Their Computers, Tablets And Smartphones. Automatic File Backup For All Their Pc And Mac Computers Means Their Files Are Protected. And It's All Stored On A Home Or Office Network, Not A Remote Server, So There's No Mysterious Location Of Their Data. It's More Than Network Storage, It's A Dual-drive Personal Cloud.

• Files are automatically saved twice with Mirror Mode (RAID 1), once on each drive
• Automatically back up files from all your PC and Mac computers
• Stream to your DLNA/UPnP-certified connected TVs, media players and gaming consoles

User questions & answers

Question:	How is the WD My Cloud Mirror 4TB compare to the WD My Cloud EX2 4TB? Is there an advantage to buying the EX2 4TB
Answer:	yes, it should be able to. I used mine to transfer my VHS tapes to DVD. The only equipment you will need is a player and a recorder.
Question:	So is it correct that the usable storage is only 1/2 the advertised capacity due to duplication? e.g. 4 TB model only has 2 TB available
Answer:	It comes with a 120 volt power adapter
Question:	I'm not completely clear..is the 4TB, 4TB of total storage (2x2TB) or (2x4TB)? ...It is misleading the way it is marketed/listed in my opinion
Answer:	I'm not sure I returned the recorder it was damaged when I bought it :( you could get a computer program? And use the computer.
Question:	Does WD MY Cloud Mirror include the hard drives when purchased
Answer:	Check the Acumen home page....they have a New Jersey number

Product features

Save, sync and share all your stuff on your very own cloud.

My Cloud Mirror is a private, 2-bay personal storage device that plugs directly into your home network. It can automatically back up all your computers and duplicates all your stuff onto the second drive so it’s extra safe. And just like My Cloud, you keep it at home but can access it from anywhere you have an Internet connection.

Store it all in one place with twice the protection

All your photos, videos and files are centralized on one drive and automatically duplicated onto the second drive for twice the data protection.

Access it from anywhere

If you have an Internet connection, your photos, videos and files are just a click away. Sign in to MyCloud.com or use the My Cloud app on your phone or tablet to connect directly to your personal cloud.

Sync your favorite content

WD Sync automatically synchronizes content across all your computers and your My Cloud Mirror unit, so your important files are always up to date and accessible from all your devices.

Backup for all your computers

Automatically back up all the PC and Mac computers in your home to your My Cloud Mirror device.

Photo and video backup for smartphones and tablets

Automatically back up all the photos and videos captured so you can easily free up space and never miss a shot.

Collect and share photos in one simple place

Create one simple place for you, friends and family to collect and share memorable photos so nobody misses a thing.

Product description

Synology Disk Station DS218j is a 2-bay NAS server which perfectly fits home and personal users to build your own personal cloud. Simple yet powerful, Synology DS218j offers effortless data sharing, multimedia streaming, and cloud synchronization. Synology DS218j is backed by Synology's 2-year limited warranty. System Fan: 92 mm x 92 mm, Fan Speed Mode: Full-Speed Mode, Cool Mode, Quiet Mode, Low-power Mode. Noise Level: 18.2 dB(A), Power Supply Unit / Adapter: 60 Watts, AC Input Power Voltage: 100V to 240V AC, Power Frequency: 50/60 Hz, Single Phase.

• A versatile entry-level 2-bay NAS for home and personal cloud storage
• Over 113 MB/s reading, 112 MB/s writing
• Dual-core CPU with hardware encryption engine. Operating Temperature: 5°C to 40°C (40°F to 104°F)
• Everywhere access with iOS/Android/Windows ready mobile apps
• An integrated media server supporting multimedia streaming.Maximum Single Volume Size:16 TB
• Compatible drive - 3.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA HDD (with optional 2.5" Disk Holder) ; 2.5" SATA SSD (with optional 2.5" Disk Holder)

User questions & answers

Question:	can ds218j be setup to work seamlessly with windows 10 file history backup feature
Answer:	Yes it comes with all cables needed,and the unit works great!
Question:	Cannot see this device on Windows 10, thousands of other people have the same problem. Why
Answer:	The short answer is yes, but its not as easy as it sounds. It requires using a PC with a video capture card. After you record the program, you can then burn it onto a DVD. I suggest you look at a few forums on how this is done. http://www.tomsguide.com/answers/id-2438853/watch-record-shows-laptop-windows-internet.html
Question:	Can you attached additional external drive enclosures via usb? can you attach an eternal usb hub with multiple external drives
Answer:	I have it running on my Mini running Mavricks and it works fine.
Question:	So, does it transcode and does it stream video well or is it choppy
Answer:	I can't say I know either of those specific components, but unless they differ somehow from the usual recorder and DVD player, you'd hook the video (yellow) cable from the dvd player's Video out to the godvd and another yellow video cable from the godvd to the recorder's Video in.

Product features

Your own private cloud

DiskStation offers big storage capacity for housing your movies, photos, or important data, making it easy to create your own private cloud and maintain complete control over your data. Synology’s DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system simplifies the process of backing up your computers, accessing your files from anywhere, streaming multimedia, and more.

File sharing and syncing

With comprehensive support for file sharing protocols and operating systems, DiskStation allows you to centralize files and access them using all major platforms. Or synchronize files across multiple devices or even across several locations so remote teams can work together.

Personal multimedia server

Turn your DiskStation into a home media hub and stream your movies, TV shows, pictures, and MP3s to your favorite devices such as computers, smartphones, Samsung TV, Roku players, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, DLNA devices, and more.

Bulletproof backup

Maintain control of your data and ensure your files are safe with Synology. We provide secure, reliable, and affordable solutions that make it easy to backup files for all your devices and protect yourself from accidental data loss.

24/7 smart security solution

Surveillance Station delivers intelligent monitoring and video surveillance tools for protecting your home. Safeguard the important places in your life with remote live viewing, flexible event notifications, and smart analytics.

Easy file access anytime, anywhere

Access files on your Synology DiskStation over the Internet without the hassle of setting up complicated network settings. QuickConnect allows you to connect via a simple customizable address so that you can instantly access media and work files on any Windows/Mac/Linux computer, laptop, or mobile device without additional charge. Synology also provides various mobile applications allowing you to enjoy your multimedia library even when on the go.

Product description

Meet ibi, the smart photo manager that brings your photos, videos and favorite people together. ibi is a complete solution that helps you collect, organize and privately share with the people that matter most to you. Collect all of your favorite photos and videos from your phone, computer, USB drives and popular cloud and social media accounts — and store them all on ibi. Easily organize and find what you’re looking for with the intuitive ibi app that works with Android (6.0+) and iPhone (iOS 11+) devices. Privately share individual photos or entire albums and invite others to contribute their own photos and videos as well. | *As used for storage capacity one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. | Social media and cloud storage services may be changed, terminated or interrupted at any time and may vary by country. User account registration may be required. | Product specifications subject to change without notice. Pictures shown may vary from actual product. Compatibility Supported Browsers-Google Chrome 50 or later on supported Windows, macOS, Android or iOS operating systems. Internet Explorer 11 (11.0.9600.17843) or later on supported Windows 7, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10 operating systems. Microsoft Edge (20.10514) or later on the Windows 10 operating system. Safari 9.2.x or later on supported macOS operating systems. Firefox 36 or later on supported Windows, macOS, Android or iOS operating systems. Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user’s hardware configuration and operating system

• Collect, organize, and privately share photos and videos with the people who matter most to you.
• Collect all of your favorite photos and videos from your phone, computer, USB drives and popular cloud and social media accounts. (Social media and cloud storage services may be changed, terminated or interrupted at any time and may vary by country. User account registration may be required. )
• Find exactly what you're looking for quickly using the simple-to-use app.
• Privately share individual photos and invite others to add photos to shared Albums from vacations, weddings, and more.
• Invite your closest friends and family to a private space called the inner circle where you can all post photos and videos for each other to see.
• Stream from ibi to your TV with Fire TV, Roku, Google Chromecast and more.
• Setup is a snap — plug in your ibi smart photo Manager, download the app and let ibi do the rest.
• ibi is currently designed for US networks and services. The device is not labeled or packaged for retail sale outside of the United States

User questions & answers

Question:	Why such a low rating
Answer:	WD 4TB My Cloud Mirror (Dual-drive) --> You absolutely CAN set it up to use a dynamic DNS service. The setting can easily be found on the Dashboard of the device's web GUI -- it is located in "Settings | Network Services | Dynamic DNS"; the two options are "www.DynDNS.org" and "no-ip.DDNS" .4TB WD My Cloud NAS (single drive) --> You cannot set dynamic DNS on the NAS, but you can set it up through your router (unless you're using double-NAT...i.e. Comcast -> Router1 -> Router2 -> NAS). If you're using a double-NAT network, you'll need to install a client-based service on an always-on computer like "DUC" provided by no-ip.ddns.Generally, the answer is usually "yes" if you have the knowledge...
Question:	Can I print pictures from ibi to my home printer
Answer:	There is a convenient slider under the My Cloud settings that you can adjust to limit the space allocated for Time Machine backups. No need to partition the drive. It is recommended that you 1st leave the slider to maximum usage for your first backups (use an ethernet cable at first for faster transfer), then adjust the slider down to limit how much space Time Machine will occupy. The remaining space can be used for storage/media server. If you need more space, you can always add a 2nd, 3rd, etc. hard drive to the WD My Cloud through its USB 3.0 port.
Question:	How do you backup the ibi in case it dies
Answer:	The previous answers are wrong. The USB port is for adding additional hard drives only. You can only access the files through the Ethernet connection.
Question:	Does it recognize duplicate photos so I won’t get the same photo downloaded several times
Answer:	Is your hub powered? Insufficient power tends to make some of these imports under perform.

Product description

The My Book drive is trusted desktop storage designed to complement your personal style with a massive amount of space to store your photos, videos, music and documents. Equipped with password protection and perfectly paired with WD Backup or Apple Time Machine, My Book desktop storage helps keep your files safe.Operating System: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, macOS 10.13+.

• Auto backup with included WD Backup software and Time Machine compatibility
• Password protection with hardware encryption
• Trusted storage built with WD reliability
• USB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible
• 3-year manufacturer's limited warranty

Product features

Complete Backup

My Book desktop storage comes equipped with WD Backup software and Time Machine compatibility* to help make sure your photos, videos, music and documents don’t get lost. You can set it to run automatically to your schedule. Just pick the time and frequency to back up important files from your system.

*Reformatting required.