My trust WD MYCLOUD EX2 Ultra NAS. Upgraded as needed more storage, so this is now surplus to requirement. This unit is configured as follows:
- Bay 1: WDC WD40EFRX-68N — WD Red 4TB
- Bay 2: WDC WD40EFRX-68N — WD Red 4TB
This unit has been really reliable - the best thing about it is you don't notice it - plug & play.
In addition to serving network storage via NFS, SMB/CIFS and iSCSI - it also runs a number of services including PLEX, Goodsync and Docker. For a long time I had this as my PLEX Media Server and personal cloud storage (alternative to Dropbox, etc).
I have performed a full factory reset and it is running the latest software - so ready for its next owner.
I've taken a number of photos and screenshots so you can appreciate it's condition.
Here's the stock blurb:
- High-performance 1.3 GHz dual-core processor for 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
- Personalised backup and multiple RAID options
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port
- 2 x USBV 3.0 ports
- Numerous options – Choose the diskless enclosure to build your NAS with the drives of your choice. Or, choose a populated system that works right out of the box, featuring WD Red™ hard drives for ultimate reliability in the unique 24x7 NAS operating environment.
- Drive management – Control your data with multiple drive management options including RAID 0, 1; JBOD, and spanning modes.
- Data protection at its best – You’re armed with multiple options to secure your data from loss. Choose from RAID 1, USB, cloud or LAN/WAN backup depending upon your data security needs.
- Easy to manage – A powerful dashboard means your system is always under your control. Monitor your drives, manage users and utilize energy-saving features. Email and mobile alerts keep you informed of My Cloud EX2 Ultra status.
- Powerful apps to customize your NAS – Including aMule, Icecast, Joomla!®, phpBB®, hpMyAdmin, Transmission, SqueezeCenter, and more..
- Advanced serving options – Integrated file server, FTP server, backup server, and P2P torrent download server.
- Stream media to your connected devices – Stream videos and photos to connected TVs, media players, gaming consoles and other DLNA®/UPnP® devices. Features a Twonky and a DLNA-certified media server. And with a built-in iTunes® server, you can easily stream your music collection.
- Back up, your way – Protect your data via remote backup to another My Cloud device, integrated cloud backup or local LAN/WAN backup. PC users, WD SmartWare™ Pro offers options for how, when and where you back up your files for up to ten computers. Mac® users, utilize all the features of Apple® Time Machine® backup software to protect your data.
- Expand your capacity – Simply attach a compatible USB hard drive directly to My Cloud EX2 Ultra to expand your storage capacity. Two USB 3.0 expansion ports are provided.
- Integrated energy-saving features – Save energy with disk spin-down and scheduled power on/off.
- Your own Private Cloud – Unlike public clouds, My Cloud EX2 Ultra allows you to keep all your content in one safe place on your home or office network instead of a remote server. No monthly fees. No limits.
- Advanced features – iSCSI target, full-featured FTP services, jumbo frame support, iPv6 ready, UPS support (USB and network), real time resource monitor, volume encryption with boot-up password, SNMP and virtual volumes.