Buffalo TeraServer (or similar)

[Scott]

Ok,

 

I think that I'm finally going to drop some money on a NAS.

 

I found that Fry's (Outpost.com) has the Buffalo TeraServer (4x250MB) on sale for about $769 after rebate.

 

Here is a link

 

I already have 2x200 GB drives that I could use if I can find a cheap 4xIDE drive server enclosure.

 

Right now, I'm running a Linux server to handle my needs. However, I want to move to a Raid array. This will also cut down on noise and energy usage. I could even get a good external drive enclosure and connect the 200GB drives I already have...

 

Does anyone know of a better deal than this right now? One of the rebates ends tomorrow, so I need to make a move soon if I'm going to do it.

[Mike]

That would look all sexy in one unit, but couldn't you do the same with just a computer case and a PCI raid card?

[Scott]

That would look all sexy in one unit, but couldn't you do the same with just a computer case and a PCI raid card?

Yes and no.

 

You could build a server and run it. However, they are big, noise and take more energy to run.

 

This is an out of the box solution. No software to worry about really.

[jamesave]

I thought that was the lowest price from fry's.

[Scott]

I thought that was the lowest price from fry's.

Well... I have a night to think about it before I take the plunge.

 

If anyone finds anything else, post it here.