LaCie in Wi-Fi b/g/n 2.4GhZ NAS
With one HDD, Time Machine compatible, €300 for 2TB
This is a Press Release edited by StorageNewsletter.com on September 17, 2010 at 4:06 pmLaCie introduces its first network-attached storage solution to feature Wi-Fi. The LaCie Wireless Space can operate as a file or media server for multiple Mac and PC users, from anywhere in the home making it the most compatible and multifunctional network hard drive on the market.
Leveraging Wi-Fi technology, the Wireless Space can connect to your existing Wi-Fi network, allowing you to access files wirelessly throughout the home, and can serve as a central storage solution for all your backups. If you wish to increase your Wi-Fi performance, the Wireless Space can also act as a b/g/n access point, and even serve as a full-featured router. "There are a variety of network devices you need to buy to have a full solution to connect your computers, share media and back up your files," remarked Julien Ott, Product Manager for Network Attached Storage, LaCie. "LaCie is thrilled to bring Wi-Fi connectivity to the Wireless Space and deliver a truly all-in-one solution for the varying different network needs of any home."
For users with a large media library, the Wireless Space can also act as a media server. It’s compatible with UPnP/DLNA and iTunes, and you can stream music, movies and photos from a central location and play them on any device.
Additionally, the Wireless Space is Time Machine compatible, so Mac users can use it as a target for their automatic backups and be confident that all important files and media are safely protected. LaCie also delivers Genie Timeline Software for scheduled backups on the PC.
Designed exclusively for LaCie, Neil Poulton’s sleek, polished black design is engineered for natural heat dissipation and near-silent operation. The sophisticated design and Wi-Fi functionality of the Wireless Space makes it a perfect addition to any home network.
Availability and Price
The LaCie Wireless Space is currently available in Europe in 1TB and 2TB capacities. Both models will be available in the US this October through the LaCie Online Store, LaCie Corner, and LaCie Reseller+ starting at $229.99.
Comments
There are few external HDDs with wireless capability. We just now products from D-Link Iomega, KeaGo, LG, Qnap, Thecus or
Tritton.
Up to know, the speed of Wi-Fi was not sufficient for backup
without CDP or near-CDP, for example used by Apple for Time Machine software integrated into Mac OS X.
Wireless Space is a direct rival of Apple Time Capsule with more functionalities than backup and lower prices (1TB at $299 and 2TB at $499 for the Apple's device).
Even with CDP, the first backup can take a lot of time and it's more practical to do it with a cable connection.