| | |  | Computer Accessories | Home » » Buffalo Technology DriveStation FlexNet 500 GB USB 2.0 / Network Hybrid Desktop Hard Drive with TurboUSB 2.0 HD-CE500LU2 (Black) | | | | | | | Description: | | A revolutionary marriage of an external USB drive and a network attached storage solution. The DriveStation FlexNetâ"¢ for the first time allows users to simply and quickly toggle between the high speed capabilities of a USB 2.0 interface and the convenience of centralized storage with the push of a button. Equipped with Memeo AutoBackup, the DriveStation FlexNet can easily and automatically back up personal files, videos, photos, music and other digital assets. Whether you are backing up just one PC or multiple networked computers, the DriveStation FlexNet offers the ultimate in versatility. | | | Features: | |
• DriveStation FlexNet; USB 2.0 Cable ;Setup CD Rom with Memeo Backup Software; Ethernet Cable; AC Adapter;Warranty Statement
• Connect directly to your PC with USB or to your home network via Ethernet
• Switch from USB to LAN modes with the click of a button
• Includes Memeo AutoBackup Software for Windows and Macintosh
• SecureLockWare -with the SecureLock Encryption Software for Windows PC Prevents Unauthorized Access to Data
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 3.5 inches | | Product Width:
| 9.5 inches | | Product Height:
| 9.0 inches | | Product Weight:
| 2.0 pounds | | Package Length:
| 9.6 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.9 inches | | Package Height:
| 3.5 inches | | Package Weight:
| 3.1 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 12 reviews |
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22 of 24 found the following review helpful:
 Need more improvement, mayber next version?Jan 21, 2009
By Kelvin Chu
I bought this just to find out its can only be format using FAT32 for both LAN/USB to be working. The OS running this box is Linux. If you format it using NTFS then only USB function, no LAN networking function. I have some files bigger than 4GB so they did not show up when connected via USB using FAT32.
The LAN speed is very slow vesus the LinkStation Duo 1GB I currently have. It's max out around 6.5 MB per second writing vesus 11 MB per second on the LinkStation Duo on 100Mbs network.
Otherwise, everything are as they advertised. The dual mode switching between LAN/USB works flawless. I have this drive hooked up to the Western Digital TV HD PLayer via USB to play, and wired LAN so I can update the contents automatically, very convenience.
The drive's very quiet since it's fanless. Buffalo's design this box somehow that its despense the heat very good even without the fan. I transfered 50GB+ of files and it's just barely warm to the touch.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Well worth the priceSep 30, 2009
By Qpgmr
Pro: very simple to setup and use. You don't need to install anything, just connect as both USB and network, but set to be USB-mode, then run hd_celu2_information.exe found in the \share\buffalo folder to find out the ip address assigned.
You can then configure it via your browser and, after switching to network mode, access the storage immediately.
Cons: None, really. It could be faster, but for under $150 for a terabyte with the flexibility of dual interface I can be forgiving.
It doesn't support user accounts, quotas, schedules,etc like my Qnap unit does, but it was literally half the price with twice the storage.
Notes:
My firmware was six months out of date when it arrived - go directly to Buffalo's webpage and update immediately.
You can always access the browser-based management console, even in usb mode. You can't access the files over the network unless it is set to network mode, however.
Rather than the encryption software that comes with it I'd really recommend downloading and using TrueCrypt (free). I was unable to find any evaluation or meaningful details about the algorithms used in Buffalo's software. TrueCrypt is verifiable secure.
4 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 It does everything it advertizes to, easy to setup and useSep 20, 2009
By E. Simard
It works as advertized, easy to setup, easy to use, No problems with any of my laptops or home pc accessing it on my home network. this is coming from a guy who is NO computer wiz. I had a harder time setting up a router, than I did this product. Been runnning it for months and has been reliable.
4 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 Good Idea but poor executionDec 20, 2008
By Kirk D. Carver
"NOTE: I grade using a normal distribution curve"
The FlexNet offered a stop-gap solution to the problems of streaming media to my Yamaha RX-V2700 over my 100BaseT network from my PC by directly connecting to the Yamaha via USB. The FlexNet's RJ45 connection would allow transfer of files over the network to update it's content. Switching to "USB mode" would then allow the Yamaha to access the drive locally without much issue.
Unfortunately, the Buffalo FlexNet did not perform. It could be recognized across the network (albeit, a bit clumsily), but the USB port failed to function properly when connected to either a PC or the Yamaha. Buffalo customer support was unable to to make the drive function after about an hour of troubleshooting.
I returned the device.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Nice setup, easy to connectFeb 07, 2010
By T. Wiggins
"Terry"
This unit is easy to setup, it is accessable as either a USB drive or Network attached storage drive. When mapped as a network drive with automatic reconnection, the computers all automatically connect without problems. The only issue I have is in a power failure it defaults to the USB mode, you have to manually push the button to convert it to network mode.
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