network attached storage (NAS)

A slimline rack NAS with a fair turn of speed and superb data-protection features – it’s not cheap, though

A no-frills multi-Gigabit NAS appliance with a good turn of speed

It’s pricey, but this star performer delivers a wealth of storage features and data protection apps

Cloud storage may be convenient, but it has downsides that make NAS devices essential to your backup regime

Good storage performance and plenty of data protection features, all wrapped up in a powerful hardware package

A smart surveillance solution with clever video analytics tools

The app choice is basic, but this expandable NAS delivers enterprise-level data protection at an SMB price

Qnap’s speedy 8-bay desktop NAS sprouts a 5GBase-T port

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A powerful performer with a high storage capacity and backup features galore

This desktop appliance delivers on data protection, but can't match up in other areas

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Mixed performance but a good option for SMBs that want great data protection features teamed up with integral 10GbE ports

Maximum power in minimum rack space, with an innovative storage design

A versatile, high-capacity rack NAS that delivers the toughest data security at a very good price

A big capacity and data protection apps to match, the DS2419+ is the perfect backup vault for SMBs

A fast and affordable desktop NAS that’s the perfect choice for business backup duties

A well-priced and powerful desktop NAS with a ton of business features and support for 10-Gigabit upgrades

Short on apps but it’s fast over 10GbE and offers enterprise-quality data protection features

A fast NAS with a very particular set of skills

Thecus delivers a 1U small business rack NAS at an equally small price

No 10GbE support, but Netgear’s 1U rack NAS offers a huge storage density at a great price

Still a brilliant powerhouse NAS, albeit for a chunky price

A strong, almost stylish performer with useful cloud-sync features