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STORAGE REVIEW

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Freecom DataTank Gateway WLAN review

General
Device type: external, Hard disk
Dimensions (W x H x D): 20x9.6x12.4 cm
Weight: 2.9 kg
Hard drives
Number of drives: 2
Maximum capacity: 1 TB
Installed capacity: 1 TB
Interface type(s): Serial ATA
Cache size (maximum): 16 MB
Storage controller
Processor: Marvell 88F5182 (400MHz)
Memory (installed): 64 MB
Operating system: Linux (kernel 2.6)
RAID levels: 0, 1, 01
Networking
Network / host interface: Gigabit Ethernet
Network transport protocols: FTP, SSH, HTTP
Network file protocols: CIFS, SMB, TCP/IP
Other networking features: 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, DHCP Server and Client, fixed IP, built-in firewall, share-level security support plus account/group/share support, multichannel VPN-server, pass-through
System requirements / software
Operating system: Windows 98, ME, NT 4.0, 2000, XP, Server 2003, Vista; Mac OS 8.x or later
Software included: Freecom Backup, Freecom Secure & Compress for Windows, Freecom Password protection, Freecom Auto Run for Windows; Freecom Sync for Windows, Acronis True Image Home 10
Web-based management: Yes
Service & support
Standard warranty: 2 years
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Overview

Freecom DataTank Gateway WLAN

Editors rating
Rating: 7.3
Verdict

Freecom's DataTank Gateway WLAN is a stylish and well-built network drive suited to individuals and small offices. However, business users concerned primarily with data protection and business continuity may be left wanting.

Typical price

£ 314