Buffalo , a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of wired and wireless networking, storage and memory solutions, has announced the latest addition to its high performance line of storage devices: the dual drive LinkStation Mini. With its sleek, compact and light form factor, this new NAS Solution puts a massive 1TB in the palm of your hand while offering the same great features and protection that Buffalo 's award-winning NAS devices are known for.

The new LinkStation Mini is the perfect space-saving solution for storing and sharing large amounts of digital content. Best of all, its dual drive configuration provides complete data redundancy through RAID 1. In addition, users with a large media library will appreciate the included DLNA server, so they can stream files through any DLNA compatible media player. LinkStation Mini is an ultra compact, fan-less, network attached, dual-drive data storage device. Its palm sized form factor and very silent operation makes it one of its kinds.

The built-in Web Access Features allows users to easily access content stored on the device from anywhere in the world via a web browser. It also includes a Remote Power Feature, which can power up the unit remotely with the included Navigator software .  The extra USB port allows users to add an additional external hard drive for expanded capacity or a printer that can then be shared via the integrated print server. It also supports UPS so the unit can gracefully shutdown in the event of a power failure.

“The LinkStation Mini is designed for consumers who look for space saving storage solutions with the same level of performance and features as the standard NAS devices” says Atsuo Shibata, Country Manager, Buffalo Inc. India . “This Ultra Compact, Ultra Reliable, Ultra Silent NAS solution is designed as an ideal solution to the consumer's entertainment centre. Business class features like Active Directory support make this portable NAS a good solution for IT personnel that have to serve remote office locations,” he added.

Price & Availability : Backed by a three years warranty and toll-free technical support, the LinkStation Mini will be available in Indian market in the month of August at an estimated street price of Rs. 50,000 MRP. The product can be purchased through distributors and dealers.