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Description
BUFFALO TeraStation 3430RN 4-Bay Rackmount NAS 16TB (4x4TB) HDD Included 2.5GBE iSCSI TAA CompliantThe Buffalo TeraStation 3430RN is a high performance, rackmount NAS designed to turn shared storage into a centralized, secure, and scalable backbone for your business. Delivered as a 4 bay system with 16TB of pre installed storage (4 x 4TB HDDs), this device is engineered for offices and teams that demand fast data access, robust backups, and reliable multi user collaboration. With dual 2. 5GbE networking, flexible iSCSI targets, and a feature rich
The Buffalo TeraStation 3430RN is a high-performance, rackmount NAS designed to turn shared storage into a centralized, secure, and scalable backbone for your business. Delivered as a 4-bay system with 16TB of pre-installed storage (4 x 4TB HDDs), this device is engineered for offices and teams that demand fast data access, robust backups, and reliable multi-user collaboration. With dual 2.5GbE networking, flexible iSCSI targets, and a feature-rich management interface, the TeraStation 3430RN is built to meet the needs of mid-sized organizations while staying affordable, easy to deploy, and straightforward to manage. From file sharing to VM storage and disaster recovery, this NAS blends enterprise-grade capability with practical usability for everyday business operations.
- Exceptional storage capacity and easy maintenance: Ships with 16TB total storage (4 x 4TB HDDs) across four hot-swappable bays, enabling simple expansion or replacement without downtime while keeping data access uninterrupted.
- High-speed, scalable networking: Dual 2.5GbE network ports support bandwidth-intensive tasks, with options for link aggregation to maximize throughput for concurrent users, backups, media streaming, and virtualization workloads.
- Versatile data access and virtualization readiness: Supports SMB, NFS, and iSCSI with LUNs, making it ideal for centralized file services, scalable shares, and virtualization environments using VMware or Hyper-V. Perfect for hosting VM disk stores or consolidating storage for multiple hosts.
- Security, compliance, and reliability: Built-in AES-256 hardware encryption, granular user permissions, and TAA compliance for government procurement. RAID protection (0/1/5/6/10) plus hot-swappable drives deliver data resilience and uptime you can count on.
- Intuitive management and energy efficiency: Centralized administration, proactive health monitoring, and power-conscious operation help IT teams manage storage with confidence, reduce downtime, and simplify backups and restoration tasks.
Technical Details of Buffalo TeraStation 3430RN
- Model: Buffalo TeraStation 3430RN
- Bays: 4 bays
- Total storage included: 16TB (4 x 4TB HDDs)
- Drive type: SATA hard disk drives
- Form factor: Rackmount 2U chassis
- Networking: 2 x 2.5GbE ports (supports link aggregation)
- iSCSI: Yes, with iSCSI target and LUN support
- Protocols: SMB/CIFS, NFS, and iSCSI; suitable for mixed environments and virtualization workloads
- RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 (with hot-swappable drives for easy maintenance)
- Security: AES-256 hardware encryption, user permissions, and encryption at rest options
- Compliance: TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant
- Power: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Management: Web-based management console with dashboards for health, storage usage, and performance metrics
How to install Buffalo TeraStation 3430RN
- Unpack and prepare: Verify the 4 x 4TB drives are correctly seated in the hot-swappable bays. If you are replacing existing drives, back up all data before removal.
- Rack mounting and cabling: Install the unit in your rack, secure it in place, connect two network cables to a switch or router supporting 2.5GbE, and plug the power cord into a reliable outlet.
- Power on and access the web UI: Power up the NAS and use a web browser to connect to the management interface. The initial setup wizard guides you through essential configurations.
- Configure storage and RAID: Choose your preferred RAID level (0/1/5/6/10) and create one or more volumes. Verify drive health and parity, then assign a volume to shared folders or iSCSI targets as needed.
- Set up access and services: Create user accounts, assign permissions, and enable required services (SMB for Windows/macOS clients, NFS for Linux workloads, and iSCSI for virtualization). Configure backup plans and remote replication if desired.
- Secure and back up: Enable encryption if required, apply strong passwords, and schedule regular backups to local, remote, or cloud destinations to protect critical data assets.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: Is the Buffalo TeraStation 3430RN suitable for virtualization? A: Yes. With its iSCSI targets and high-speed 2.5GbE networking, you can store VM disks and run virtualization hosts efficiently. Ensure your hosts meet performance requirements and size LUNs appropriately for best results.
- Q: What kind of protection does it offer for data? A: The system supports RAID levels 0/1/5/6/10 for redundancy, hot-swappable drives for maintenance without downtime, and AES-256 hardware encryption to protect data at rest. Regular backups and, if needed, remote replication further enhance data protection.
- Q: What network capabilities does it provide? A: It features two 2.5GbE network ports with support for link aggregation, enabling higher throughput, fault tolerance, and better performance for multi-user access, backups, and virtualized workloads.
- Q: Which protocols are supported for sharing data? A: The TeraStation 3430RN supports SMB/CIFS and NFS for file sharing, along with iSCSI for block-level storage used by servers and virtualization platforms.
- Q: Is this device compliant with procurement requirements? A: Yes, it is TAA compliant, making it suitable for organizations subject to government procurement guidelines in many regions.
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