OWC ANNOUNCES NASPERFORM NETWORK ATTACHED STORAGE FOR HOME OR BUSINESS
Low-Cost High Performance Ethernet/USB 2.0 Network Attached Storage
Connects up to 20 Users through Wired or Wireless Networks for Easy File
Storage & Sharing
July 25, 2007, Woodstock, IL — Other World Computing (OWC)
http://www.macsales.com, a leading Macintosh and PC technology company,
announced today the NASPerform fast 10/100BT Ethernet/USB 2.0 Network
Attached Storage Solution for home or business networks. With a data
storage capacity of up to 750GB, NASPerform effortlessly connects to wired
or wireless networks for easy file storage and sharing among multiple
network users.
Store & Share Photos, Music, Movies with Your Whole Family or Small Office
Available for Mac and Windows , NASPerform stores and shares photos, music,
movies, and other data with up to 20 other network users. NASPerform works
just like an internal hard drive. Users just simply point and click, and
drag and drop files they wish to access. With its built-in USB 2.0 port,
NASPerform can also be used as a portable external hard drive for personal
file storage.
Plug N’Play Easy Installation
NASPerform connects directly to any wired or wireless Ethernet network
switch or router and comes complete with Ethernet and USB 2.0 connecting
cables for Plug N’ Play easy installation. It eliminates the need for
complicated TCP/IP settings or a costly server. In addition, NASPeform
provides the ability to assign read/write privileges to each network user
to prevent unwanted deletion or modification of valuable data. NASPerform’s
innovative technology also protects data from external Internet security
intrusions.
NASPerform is ideal for:
* Multimedia storage (MP3s, digital photos, digital video).
* Home networking storage (storing and sharing files, backing up, and
archiving).
* Network storage for small business.
* Data archives, disclosed data, backups, and data conservation storage for
public institutions/facilities.
* Multi-platform network storage (simultaneous Macintosh and Windows use).
NASPerform Technical Highlights:
* Up to 750GB of bootable disk capacity
* 16MB of data cache
* Ximeta NDAS 2011 chipset
* One RJ-45 100Base-TX Auto MDI/MDI-X port
* One USB 2.0/1.1 5-pin port
* Up to 20 simultaneous connections
* Front panel LED status light: blue when powered on, red & flashing with
read/write activity
* Dimensions of 5.2″ x 8.7″ x 1.8″, 3 lb weight
* External auto-switching 100-240V 50-60Hz 3 amp UL listed power supply
included
* 36″ double shielded USB 2.0/1.1 and 36″ Ethernet RJ-45 connecting cables
included
* $200 retail value utility software bundle of ProSoft Engineering Data
Backup 3, NovaStor NovaBACKUP , and Intech SpeedTools Utilities included
with pre-configured solutions
* 1 year OWC warranty
Priced Starting At $127.99
NASPerform is available in five pre-configured 7200RPM solutions, from
250GB to 750GB, priced starting at $127.99 MSRP. A 0GB “add your own drive”
enclosure is also available priced at $59.99 MSRP.
Available immediately from Other World Computing at www.macsales.com,
NASPerform is compatible with Macintosh computers running OS 8.6 and later
with an available USB port or OS 10.3 and later via Ethernet for network
operation. NASPerform is also compatible with Windows computers running
Windows ME, Windows XP, Windows 2000 (Home or Professional), Windows Vista
with an available USB port or a via Ethernet for network operation.
For more information on NASPerform, see
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/hard-drives/Network-Attached-Storage/NDAS/
About Other World Computing (OWC)
Other World Computing (OWC) has been providing quality hardware products
and support to the computer industry since 1988. The Illinois based company
is a strategic partner with Axiotron and worldwide and exclusive US
distributor of the award winning Axiotron Modbook. OWC operates the popular
www.MacSales.com e-commerce portal which features one of the largest online
catalogs of computer and iPod enhancement products, including Mercury Elite
, Mercury On-The-Go, Neptune, and NewerTech acceleration, storage, and
FireWire product lines.
OWC is a Premiere Level Apple Developer Connection member and provides
extensive technical support for Macintosh users around the world. The
company’s management umbrella includes leading Internet Service Providers
www.fastermac.net and www.owc.net and is a leading technology employer as
ranked by McHenry County Business Journal. For more information, see
www.otherworldcomputing.com or www.macsales.com.