LinkStation 210 4TB NAS Cloud

Q: Anyone use this successfully as a Plex media server?

To clarify, this can absolutely be used as storage for the media you host on a plex server but you will need to run the plex server on another device. Kind of Similar to DC Mike's setup; I have a an old AMD PC that hosts my plex server (Athlon x2 4400+, 8gb DDR2, and Radeon HD 6870 *can't remember if video card helps with plex decoding at all, but it's there anyway and has no other use to me) I do have a couple TB worth of media on HDDs in that box but the majority of my data is on similar NAS devices like this buffalo Linkstation. Literally any USB external or NAS drive can host media for a Plex server with extremely little chance of limited performance. The limiting factor in Plex performance comes with the capability of the computer hosting the server to decode and encode media to play on the device you're trying to stream to (for instance, accessing your plex server from another pc takes much fewer resources than on your ipad would require because the server pc has to reencode the media to a format that iOS can utilize) and, in the case of remote streaming, your internet connection. The 10+ year old pc I described can stream multiple 1080p video remotely with no visible lag and I've tried as much as 7 local network 1080p streams and had not issue there.tl;dr - This can host all of your music, video, pictures for a plex server to access but not run the plex server itself.

Q: 3 questions: does it by default appear in windows 10 pro file manager? can the contents be encrypted? can i directly copy to the drive via usb?

1 does it by default appear in windows 10 pro file manager? Not always. I have one that does and one that doesn't. You can set it up as a network drive. 2 The contents are not encrypted. This has to be done before storing them to the drive. # No, the drive can't be accessed by USB. The USB port is to add an additional drive to it.

Q: does this support time machine?

I'm having MAJOR problems with it. It's unreliable. It shows it's backup one day. I check a week later only to find it hasn't done a single back up since. Time Machine progress bar shows it being stuck.

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Product ID: 725507401

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Digital Storage Capacity
4 TB
Hard Disk Interface
Ethernet
Brand
バッファロー
Special Feature
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Hard Disk Form Factor
3.5 Inches
Hard Disk Description
Mechanical

⚡7200 RPM fast mechanical drive

💾4TB high-capacity storage

🔒SSL encryption & closed system security

Frequently Bought Together

BUFFALO LinkStation 210 4TB 1-Bay NAS Network Attached Storage with HDD Hard Drives Included NAS Storage That Works as Home Cloud or Network Storage Device for Home

Cat 8 Ethernet Cable, 1.5Ft 3Ft 6Ft 10Ft 15Ft 20Ft 30Ft 40Ft 50Ft 60Ft 100Ft Heavy Duty High Speed Internet Network Cable, Professional LAN Cable Shielded in Wall, Indoor&Outdoor

TP-Link TL-SG105, 5 Port Gigabit Unmanaged Ethernet Switch, Network Hub, Ethernet Splitter, Plug & Play, Fanless Metal Design, Shielded Ports, Traffic Optimization,Navy Blue

Description

💼 Own your data fortress with LinkStation 210 — storage that works as hard as you do.

EFFORTLESS SETUP - Plug into your router and instantly unlock shared storage across all your devices—no tech headaches.
ROCK SOLID SECURITY - Closed system design plus SSL encryption keeps your data locked down from prying eyes and vulnerabilities.
SHARE SMARTLY SAFELY - Granular folder access controls let you share with family or colleagues while keeping sensitive data private.
SUBSCRIPTION FREE CLOUD - Enjoy personal cloud storage without monthly fees—your media, your control, always accessible.
SEAMLESS MULTI DEVICE BACKUP - Automate backups for Windows and macOS with intuitive NAS Navigator software—never lose a file again.

The LinkStation 210 4TB NAS Cloud is a high-quality, Japan-made network-attached storage device featuring a 4TB 7200 RPM mechanical hard drive. It offers easy installation, subscription-free personal cloud access, robust SSL encryption, and multi-device backup compatibility for Windows and macOS. With 24/7 US-based support and a 2-year warranty, it’s designed for professionals seeking secure, centralized, and hassle-free data management.

Specifications

Brand	バッファロー
Manufacturer	BUFFALO
Series	LinkStation LS210
Product Dimensions	24 x 8.41 x 22.02 cm; 1.1 kg
Item model number	LS210D0401
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Color	Black
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Item dimensions W x H	24 x 8.4 x 22 cm
Hard Drive Size	4 TB
Hard Disk Description	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard Drive Interface	Ethernet
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	7200 RPM
Number of USB 2.0 Ports	1
Wattage	24 W
Power Source	AC
Hardware Platform	PC, Mac, Android, Apple iOS
Operating System	USB 3.0: Windows 7, Windows 8, or Mac OS X 10.6 or later
Are Batteries Included	No
Item Weight	1.1 Kilograms

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Anyone use this successfully as a Plex media server?

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