“The Best NAS (Network Attached Storage) Devices for 2021 & 2022”
Editors’ Choice
“The Best Tech Products of 2021“
All New Hardware – Same Great Case
- 2.5-Gigabit Ethernet – More than twice the performance of Gigabit
- Realtek RTD1296 Quad-Core CPU at 1.4Ghz
- DDR4 RAM – 40% more efficient
- High performance, 4K decoding
- Supports Wake on LAN and Wake on WAN
Holistic Backup Solution
- Phone backup
- PC backup
- NAS data preservation
- Cloud to NAS backup
- NAS to NAS backup
- USB backup
Brand-New ADM 4.0
ADM 4.0 is here and brings a whole host of intuitive design changes to ADM OS. The upgraded UI brings a new aesthetically-pleasing dark mode that helps to save and preserve OLED displays. ADM 4.0 introduces a new login page that contains a variety of customizable elements, a more convenient and easier-to-use quick search feature and new custom themes. Under the hood, ADM 4.0 brings improvements to performance, compatibility and security as the new version of OpenSSL plugs vulnerabilities found in previous versions, increasing security while efficiency improvements bring better performance.
Rose Gold Coloring
The all-new Rose Gold Logo is elegant and distinct, enabling easy distinction between ASUSTOR NAS models.
Realtek Quad-Core CPU and DDR4 RAM
The Drivestor 2 and Drivestor 4 are equipped with a Realtek RTD1296 1.4GHz Quad-Core 64-bit CPU. Transcode, stream and play multimedia in 4K, transfer files and easily multitask with the Drivestor series. The Drivestor handles multitasking with ease by utilizing its 1 GB of DDR4 memory ensuring that virtually any task on an ASUSTOR NAS is executed smoothly.
Efficient and Powerful
The Drivestor 2 and 4 are ASUSTOR’s highest value devices ever. Transcode 10-bit 4K H.265 media with hardware decoding easily that enables unbelievably smooth video playback in LooksGood.
Media Mode
The Drivestor 2 and 4 come with 1 GB of memory. Media Mode is a new feature that efficiently reserves 512 MB of RAM for multimedia tasks as a variety of tasks require large amounts of RAM. With dedicated RAM for multimedia, video playback remains smooth and is not interrupted by other tasks.
2.5-Gigabit Ethernet – Double Speed
The Drivestor 2, despite being extremely affordable contains 2.5-Gigabit Ethernet and more than doubles the performance of comparable Gigabit-class devices.
Regular access (RAID 1)
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270
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* Performance figures are achieved in the ASUSTOR lab using state of the art client computers under optimized network settings, and could vary in different environments. Ordinary desktop or notebook computers may be unable to reproduce these figures.
Toolless installation
The sliding cover design found on the Drivestor makes opening your NAS easy. The inner hard drive rails and outer cover all use thumb screws making hard drive installation simple and easy without tools.
Ultra-quiet Operation
ASUSTOR Drivestor NAS devices produce only 19 decibels of noise when on standby, which is almost equivalent to a pin hitting the ground. Powered on, the Drivestor only emits sound levels comparable to a library at 38 decibels, allowing the device to seamlessly and comfortably integrate into almost any environment.
Free exFAT
exFAT is now supported free of charge in ADM 4.0 due to a policy change by Microsoft.
24/7 Reliability and Durability
All ASUSTOR NAS devices are designed for and are suitable for 24/7 use. ASUSTOR NAS devices have also undergone rigorous tests, such as drop tests and burn tests to test durability in extreme conditions. Heatsinks are added to sensitive components to dissipate heat, helping to maintain ASUSTOR’s reputation for providing quality and longevity.
Protected From the Inside and Out
Protect your data from loss, damage and attacks with the ASUSTOR NAS. An ASUSTOR NAS is better protected by running the Linux-based ADM, employing a built-in firewall, ClamAV Antivirus, MyArchive and ADM’s various backup tools help protect ransomware even better.
Network Attack Protection
- Firewall
- ADM Defender
- Cloud Backup Center offsite backups
Secure Data Transmission
- VPN connection
- SSL certificate connection
- Automatic logout
Internal Data
- MyArchive on and offsite backups
- AES-256 folder encryption
- Antivirus software
Access Control
- File/folder/app isolation
- 2-Step Verification
- Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
- Wake-on-WAN (WAN)
Comprehensive Backup Solutions
ASUSTOR’s comprehensive backup solution provides more than twelve backup options, including, but not limited to Amazon S3, Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive. ASUSTOR Backup Plan for Windows as well as Time Machine for macOS provides easy backups for desktops and laptops.
1. Transfer mobile data to NAS
2. Computer data to NAS
3. NAS local backup
4. Public cloud and NAS data backup
5. NAS to NAS
6. NAS backup to external device
Web Center
Easily set up a website with Web Center. Install Apache or Nginx or almost any other web server implementation and add multiple website portals for an easy-to-use web server experience.
Protected From Ransomware
The Drivestor comes with the most up-to-date version of ADM to help protect against ransomware attacks. Snapshot Center provides the ability to efficiently create snapshots to protect and easily restore lost data from iSCSI volumes. Other security features found on the Drivestor are the ability to create one or more replacement administrator accounts, a firewall by ADM Defender that features blacklists and whitelists, the ability to change default ports, disable SSH and Terminal to prevent remote attacks.
Photo Gallery 3 + AiFoto 3
The all new Photo Gallery 3 and AiFoto 3 have been revamped and brings a variety of new features to make photo organization easier than ever. New features for Photo Gallery 3 include, but not are limited to custom folder selection, timelines, smart albums, and new photo modes. Easily blow up photos to up to twice their size, play songs on slideshows, performance enhancements and customized share links make for an even better photo viewing and sharing experience.
ASUSTOR EZ Sync
ASUSTOR EZ Sync
- All new UI. Simpler and easier to operate. View NAS information quickly.
- More complete settings – offering detailed folder lists. Easily select folders and files not in a folder.
- Notifications for abnormal status
- Support 2-step verification increase account safety.
- Improve NAS connecting and file sync system stability for better user experience.
Cloud Backup Center
Cloud Backup Center brings support for various business cloud services including, but not limited to Amazon S3, Backblaze B2, Baidu Cloud, IBM Cloud, Rackspace Cloud Files, Microsoft Azure Blob Storage, Alibaba Cloud, Google Cloud Storage, Box, hicloud S3, Lyve Cloud, SFTP and WebDAV. Control your data with instant and scheduled backups as well as using Cloud Backup Center to create a hybrid cloud that keeps your data online and offline, keeping your data protected.
DataSync Center
DataSync Center combines multiple cloud services into a single app. DataSync Center includes, but is not limited to Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive and Yandex and supports multitasking as well as multiple accounts. Control your data with instant and scheduled backups as well as using Cloud Backup Center to create a hybrid cloud that keeps your data online and offline, keeping your data protected.
Create the Ultimate Home Multimedia Center
Enjoy electrifying digital entertainment on demand with ASUSTOR NAS. Through ASUSTOR’s App Central, you can install additional multimedia server Apps such as UPnP Media Server and OwnTone giving your NAS the ability to stream multimedia content to your computers, TVs and mobile devices.
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AiFoto 3
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Mobile Apps
ASUSTOR’s exclusive EZ Connect technology allows you to connect to your NAS from anywhere with your Mobile device in order to access and share your files. ASUSTOR mobile apps provide pass code lock functions in order to protect your privacy and data. You can also make use of HTTPS connections for even more added security.
Comprehensive Surveillance System
An ASUSTOR NAS provides optimal reliability for home and small business users looking to set up a surveillance system. Four free camera channels are offered, making it an extremely cost-effective surveillance solution for those looking to protect their home or small business. ASUSTOR provides each NAS with the capability to expand to more cameras for those with bigger demands. Up to 12 camera channels can be purchased through camera licenses. After installing Surveillance Center and its corresponding mobile app AiSecure, stream live surveillance feeds to virtually any internet-connected Android or iOS smartphone to keep an eye on your most valued assets from anywhere, inside or outside.
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- Start quick installation wizard
- Automatic camera search
- Add cameras with just one click
- Configure video format
- Configure recording schedule
App Central
Unleash the unlimited potential of ASUSTOR NAS. The applications that come pre-installed with each ASUSTOR NAS device are just the beginning. At your convenience, you can browse through and download any applications that pique your interest from App Central. Whether your interests lie in business, website construction or even digital home entertainment, App Central has got you covered. With over 200 unique Apps, App Central provides you with the boundless variety of applications that you require to satisfy your digital lifestyle needs. Explore the unlimited potential of ASUSTOR NAS devices while creating a personalized NAS device for yourself.
First-Class Product Warranty
All ASUSTOR NAS products come with a 3-year warranty. ASUSTOR continues to make customer service a priority in providing the highest standard of after-sales service and technical support.
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