MediaCase LAN Drive - 250GB Version [ LD01-250GB ]  

MediaCase LAN Drive - 250GB Version

The LAN Drive adds the convenience of network attached storage to homes and small businesses, giving you a central location for your data and letting you share that data across your network.

The LAN Drive takes a standard 3.5" Hard Disk Drive and turns it into a fully features Network Attached Storage (NAS) file server, ideal for storing recorded TV programs and other media.

The LAN Drive is a multifunctional hard drive enclosure. In addition to being a network storage device, you can also use it as a standalone external hard drive via the USB interface

Two version of the LAN Drive are available;

  • Enclosure only - Add your own 3.5" IDE hard drive to Instantly transform any into a mini file server!
  • Disk version - with a Seagate Disk Drive, pre-installed, formatted and ready to go.

    • The easiest way to store and share your precious memories and important documents.

    MediaCase LAN Drive - 250GB Version [ LD01-250GB ] £79.95

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    features technical specification package contents system requirements
  • Centralise your file storage on your home or office network.
  • Backup your irreplaceable digital images, MP3 collection, digital video library, and your important documents and files.
  • Share media with other PCs over your network including MP3s, AVIs, DIVX movies and more.
  • Connects directly to your home or office network using Fast Ethernet (RJ45 LAN cable)
  • Supports USB connection for direct connection to PC.
  • Browser based control panel.
  • Access files remotely using standard Windows File Sharing (SMB/CIFS), the LAN Drive appears as a shared drive on your network.
  • Built-in FTP Server (ideal for remote access over the Internet)
  • Aluminium Construction - the faceplate acts as a heatsink to dissipate excess heat from the hard drive to extand the life of your hard disk.
  • Power Saving Mode - Disk inactivity timer to power down disk to save power, reduce noise and prevent excessive wear.
  • Interfaces:

    • - USB 2.0 port (also compatible with USB 1.x)
    - 10/100 Fast Ethernet port (100base-T)

  • Supports 3.5" IDE hard drives
  • Disk format: FAT32 via LAN. NTFS or FAT32 via USB.
  • LED status indicator
  • Reset button
  • Regulatory Approvals: FCC & CE
  • Dimensions: 11.5x7.25x2.75 inches (29.2x18.4x7.0 cm)

    • The LAN Drive ships with everything you need to get up and running quickly.

  • LAN Drive enclosure with stand
  • LAN cable (RJ45 to RJ45)
  • USB Cable
  • Instruction Manual
  • CD with drivers (for windows 98SE)
  • External AC power adapter
  • UK Mains lead  (European customers will need to provide a standard IEC European power lead or adapter)
  • Disk mounting screws
  • Pre-installed and format 250Gb Seagate Barracuda Hard disk.

    • The LAN Drive can be connected in two ways;

    • To a home or office network using the supplied RJ-45 LAN cable. The LAN Drive supports 10/100 Fast Ethernet networks.
    • To a PC or Laptop or Apple Mac using the USB cable. (USB 1.x and USB 2.0 are both supported)

    Minimum specification for USB connectivity;

    • PC Requirements:
      Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP/Vista (Now shipping with latest Vista ready firmware)
      (LAN Drive is driverless in Windows 2000, XP & Vista)

    Browser Requirements (for administration via Control Panel)

    • PC: Internet Explorer 5.x or higher, Netscape 6.2.x or higher or Linux Mozilla.
    • Mac: Apple Safari Browser