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November 2010
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Easy to manage and install Can stream media to mobile device
Abstract: When the Seagate solution is connected to a wireless router, its centralized storage system simplifies the backup and sharing process. You can wirelessly stream photos, movies and music to most network connected DLNA devices, such as game consoles ...
Abstract: Network Storage Review: Seagate GoFlex Home Security Without SweatSeptember 16, 2010By John P. Mello Jr.As sure as the sun sets in the west, when your household grows beyond a single computing device, you're going to want a wireless network to tie them...
Quick setup, Swappable storage, Sleek appearance, Web access to your files, Ability to invite people to your “Shares”, Works as print server
Additional features sold as a “Pro” upgrade, Runs slower on the Mac side
In the past I found network attached storage devices from the big name hard drive makers to be underwhelming either in function or software implementation. Seagate has changed this preconception, as the GoFlex Home system is robust and well designed. ...
Gigabit Ethernet connection, Can expand storage by adding additional external hard drive, Compatible with GoFlex Desk drives, Easily setup for the novice, Share a printer across the network easily
Not currently available as add-on for GoFlex Desk, Does not recognize GoFlex Desk as external drive, Personal files not secured, Can't share specific folders to only specific users
For the average home user, the Seagate GoFlex Home 1TB network storage system will be a nice addition to their network. It won't replace a more powerful server or NAS, but it is substantially cheaper and easier to manage. In addition, the GoFlex Home ...
The GoFlex Home Network Storage System is a good performing, simple NAS server that is compatible with Seagate's GoFlex Desk external hard drives. It supports Macs and PCs and works as a print server
The GoFlex Home doesn't support GoFlex Desk drives larger than 2TB. Its desktop software is rather useless and its Web interface is not easy enough for beginners. You must have an Internet connection to register the NAS with Seagate as part of its setup
The GoFlex Home Network Storage System is a simple storage server and a great accessory for a Seagate GoFlex Desk hard drive. However, if you want a NAS with a lot of features, you should keep looking.
Easy to setup, tons of Sharing features, works on both Mac and PC, seamless integration with Time Machine, streams media files to your game console without having your computer turned on, speedy file transfers,
Free Backup software for PC not included, a bit pricier than comparable NAS devices, need to spend $19.99 a year to unlock pro features
The Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Home Network Storage System is easy to set up and pretty easy to use system that makes it simpler for average folks to share files and wirelessly backup the computers on their home network. Having both Mac and PC compatibili...
Gigabit LAN, Media files playable through web browsers, Upgradeable, swappable storage, Easy remote web access setup and use, Quiet and low power
Subscription required for premium features, Not all media types played in browserbased interface, Much lower write than read speed, No media import application
Relatively low-priced consumer-focused single drive NAS with remote file sharing and access features...
If you're looking for a plug-and-play NAS drive, the 2TB GoFlex certainly has its appeal. Unlike the 3TB USB drive that Anand reviewed last month though, Seagate aren't the only players in the segment as there are other 2TB network drive options out ther...
The user interface (menus) are easy to follow and written in plain English, It uploads files 10% to 20% faster than other manufacturer's models, Use drag and drop to easily upload files fast, You can access files remotely and share with family/friends, Share photos directly from the NAS to Flickr and Facebook, Set up integrated RSS feeds for shared folders and subscribers will be notified wh
Memeo backup software is limited to 3 computers. You must pay a premium to backup more computers, When emailing the share link, it was rejected by some email clients like sbcglobal.net, The NAS design does not allow for adding SATA hard drive memory, Could not add files to some share folders after they were initially created, Easy, Fast and Reliable Access to Your Media Library, SEAGATE S
