Testseek.com have collected 49 expert reviews of the Netgear ReadyNAS Duo and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Netgear ReadyNAS Duo.
August 2009
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The editors liked
Intuitive HDD swapping
Hot-swapping capability
Wide range of supported formats
Capable of downloading BitTorrent files
Gigabit Ethernet
Comes bundled with hard drive
Super featured
Several protocols supported
ITunes
UPnP AV media streamer
Easy to use interface
Print
DHCP and file server
The editors didn't like
Lack of flexibility in controlling hard drive RAID capabilities
Steep learning curve for user interface
Expensive
Comes bundled with hard drive The Final Word A well-designed device that is let down by its software and cost. However
Extensive administrative features; built-in BitTorrent client; lots of streaming options, good backup software; three USB ports
Expensive; adding second drive requires tools; administrative features will confuse most users; slow read/write speeds; photo-sharing software requires software download
Netgear bills the ReadyNAS Duo 500GB (RND2150) as a network-attached-storage device (NAS) for home users, but its advanced features and steep price make it better suited for a small business environment....
Abstract: Netgear's acquisition last year of Infrant Technologies was an inspired move as it got it hands on some of the best desktop NAS appliances on the market and also gave the company's storage product range a much needed boost. However, although the ReadyNAS ...
Fast. X-RAID allows for easy hardware upgrades. One-button backup. Built-in media server, BitTorrent client.
Pricey compared with Buffalo LinkStation Pro Duo (LS-WTGL/R1). Just one drive by default. Advanced features require some know-how.
This scaled-down version of the business-friendly ReadyNAS NV+ is pricey. But it performs well and has plenty of power, flexibility, and features that should please home users....
Inexpensive; dual disk support; remote access; reliable
Loud fan; confusing setup
The Netgear Readynas Duo is cheaper than most competitors but the noise it makes lets it down Good points Inexpensive; dual disk support; remote access; reliable Bad points Loud fan; confusing setup ...
Abstract: The new ReadyNAS 2100 is far superior in every way to the older 1100 and delivers plenty of valuable backup features including an optional online service. General performance is also good but if you’re concerned about noise levels then check out Netgea...
Not compatible with all media devices, so check beforehand!
Home Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices are at last becoming sleek enough for people to want to use in their home.Netgear has worked wonders with this tidy-looking 500GB device, which can be expanded to 1TB. Simply connect the drive to your network...
