Features

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• Power Redundancy Supported
  With your data secure, consistent operation also needs to be ensured. To this end, the N4310 also comes equipped with an additional power jack. Connecting the N4310 to a power source with this secondary system means that even in the event of an adaptor or socket failure, the NAS will remain in operation.

• iSCSI Storage Supported
  Addressing the evolving needs of professionals seeking both efficiency and versatility in their NAS, the N4310 utilizes Hybrid Mode Storage for resource management, meaning support for both file (NFS or SMB/CIFS) and block-level (iSCSI) storage.

• AES Data Encryption
  AES Data Encryption provides flawless security for your RAID volume when dealing with sensitive data. This 128-bit security solution is implemented with improved efficiency thanks to hardware-integration, and promises that your information will remain secure even in the event of data interception or hardware theft.

• CPU Offload Hardware Engine
  The N4310 is equipped with a CPU offload hardware engine, allowing for high performance and speed within a RAID environment (100MB/s read speed and 75MB/s write speed). The hardware XOR engine manages this by handling parity calculations and freeing up the system processor.

• 5 Minute Complete Installation 
  The N4310 is designed with ease in mind; it is easy enough for anyone to set up. Overlook the several steps which usually are associated with setting up NAS appliances. Simply plug the power supply, insert the Ethernet cable, boot up the N4310 and set up will be completed within 5 minutes. This breakthrough feature truly makes this a plug-and-play NAS.

• Self-RAID Creation
  All Thecus NAS include an innovative Self-RAID Creation tool that analyzes installed drives and, once the user has selected their preferred balance of performance and protection, automatically builds their customized RAID volume.

• T-OnTheGo™ Mobile App
  We're a mobile society, and our NAS solutions are keeping up! Incorporated into the N4310 is support for Thecus's® T-OnTheGo™ smartphone app. Now supporting both iOS and Android, this NAS management software enables users to access, copy, stream, and edit any data between their NAS and mobile device. Your own personal cloud, from anywhere with internet access.

• DDNS
  Have easy access to your NAS via Dynamic DNS (DDNS), this allows users to allocate and access their NAS files via the internet remotely. Since IP digits are often difficult to remember, domain names are utilized to make NAS management much more convenient. When the IP address is changed, the DDNS server will automatically adjust the IP address to make sure that remote access is always available. In short, DDNS provides convenient remote internet access to your Thecus® N4310 by utilizing domain names instead of IP digits.

• PLEX Media Center
  The Plex Media Server is both the heart and brains for any digital media system. The free server is a module available on the Thecus® App Center that allows you to set up and manage your media. With the Plex Media Server installed on your Thecus® NAS, various devices on your network (such as your Xbox 360 and mobile devices) can connect to and stream your local and online media.

• Native BitTorrent Support
  Included in ThecusOS™ 6 is Transmission, a powerful BitTorrent client. Easily add torrent seed files to Transmission and sit back and relax as your NAS does the rest, independent of your computer. Once downloaded, your files will be automatically stored in your NAS P2P folder where you'll be able to access them across your network or through the internet. Set and forget torrenting that's accessible anywhere, that's the N4310's native BitTorrent support.

• Data Guard
  Data Guard backup solution is the ultimate software as it provides both local and remote parts. Currently, data is backed up across RAID volumes, external USB drives, and eSATA. In addition, Data Guard uses innovative technology to sync data across the network to other NAS and servers. More importantly, Thecus® Data Guard is the total backup solution which makes managing NAS user-friendly and convenient.

• Data Burn
  NAS data can now be burned directly to CD, DVD, and Blu-ray discs with Data Burn, this hassle-free module makes burning data to a disk effortless. In addition, burning ISO image file is also supported. Whether you're managing audio, media or essential files; Data Burn copies information fast while significantly reducing waiting time. The process of burning file to disk is now easy and smooth with Data Burn module.

• USB 3.0 Connectivity 
  The next generation of connectivity is here with speeds 10x faster than USB 2.0. Whether connecting digital cameras and smart phones, backing up large external hard drives, or extending the capacity of your NAS, USB 3.0 will make sure it's done in no time at up to 5 Gbit/s. Backwards compatibility adds the connectivity of a world full of USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices to get the best combination of speed and universal access.

• User Quota
  Divide the massive storage of a Thecus NAS among multiple users. Whether there are two users or 100, User Quota make it easy to divvy up and manage disk space.

Overview

Thecus is pleased to announce the release of the newest addition to its lineup of home, SOHO, and SMB NAS solutions, the N4310. Featuring anAMCC 1GHZ SoC with 1 GB of DDR3 memory, the new 4-bay NAS offers exceptional performance and easy data management at an unprecedented value.

“Our mission begins with your needs. Adding the N4310 to our already extensive product portfolio allows Thecus to continue to redefine the NAS market,” said Florence Shih, chairperson at Thecus. “The N4310 provides the versatility and functionality required to reach the full spectrum of SOHO and SMB user needs.”

Following in the footsteps of the N2310 released late last year, the N4310 is stacked with features providing a practical solution for those in need of economical network storage:

-RAID (0,1,5,6, and JBOD)
-Private cloud features
-Built-in FTP server
-AES Data Encryption
-Hybrid Storage Mode for block and file-level storage
-Plex media support and BitTorrent client
-Mobile control and media streaming via T-OnTheGo^™ (for Android and IOS)
-Energy Efficient: 29.5W - Operation mode / 10W – Sleep mode

-Addressing the evolving needs of business professionals pursuing a highly efficient NAS, the N4310 utilizes Hybrid Mode Storage for resource management, AES Data Encryption for added security when dealing with sensitive data, and a built-in FTP server for optimal file sharing. The unit is also equipped with a CPU Offload Hardware Engine, allowing for high performance and speed within a RAID environment (100MB/s read and 75MB/s write speed). For even further security, lockable drive trays come optional; and if you would like peace of mind with power redundancy, the N4310 also supports dual power input.

Offering an extensive array of software, including Plex Media Server, a BitTorrent client, and T-OnTheGo mobile support, the N4310 provides a strong platform for multimedia sharing. Beyond these, this latest 4-bay also offers media streaming and smartphone syncing, making it the perfect media data center.

Start-up is simplified with our Intelligent NAS utility, which boasts a 5-minute complete installation. Once up and running, the refined ThecusOS 6 provides users with a unique, customizable experience thanks to the rich reservoir of resources found in the Thecus NAS App Center.

As a high-performance, low-cost device, the N4310 offers a great array of solutions for all users, from audiophiles with expansive music libraries to the vigorous small business owner with essential financial data.