Testseek.co.uk have collected 18 expert reviews of the Buffalo LinkStation 520 and the average rating is 69%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Buffalo LinkStation 520.
September 2016
(69%)
18 Reviews
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Published: 2020-04-22, Author: Andrew , review by: techteamgb.co.uk
Abstract: A NAS, or network attached storage, can be anything from a hard drive connected to your router, to a full rack mounted server with hundreds of hard drives, and as a newcommer, a non-techie, it might be a little daunting to find a product that is easy enou...
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Published: 2017-01-19, Author: Stuart , review by: itpro.co.uk
Cheap, Good backup support
Setup tools and firmware are clunky and dated, Extremely disappointing performance
As a cheap, all-in-one solution the Buffalo may look tempting, but we'd advise plumping for the superior WD My Cloud Mirror 2. There isn't a 2GB version, only 4GB, but even at £260 inc VAT it's well worth the extra cash...
Abstract: Following the pattern that seems to be have been established by competitive products, the LS520 adopts a fairly standard box shape. Predominately matte black in colour, apart from a red strip decorating the top front edge and an LS500 badge on the front...
If you're not particularly bothered about the middling performance or lack of advanced features, and simply want file backup within minutes of opening the product, then the Buffalo LinkStation 520 could be for you...
There are quite a number of NAS devices out there which go nuts as far as enhanced apps, design and features go… in fact some that we have reviewed are essentially mini-PCs including the ability to output to a screen, surf the net and use mouse/keyboard...
Simple to setup, Compact form factor, Competitive pricing, Ideal for NAS newcomers
Power switch awkward to reach, Temperamental HDD spin down
There's an incredible array of functions available to today's NAS solutions, but such versatility is often reflected in premium price tags and for the average consumer you have to wonder: how many of these fanciful features are likely to be used?Knowi...
Over the years you get used to and know what to expect from nearly every platform that comes through. With Buffalo, I know their platforms are very strong in basic storage tasks like backup and data management. The Linkstation 520 follows this to a "T," b...
Langsam bei kleinen Daten, Kein Software-Verzeichnis für mehr Funktionen, Von Außen nur über echte IPv4-Adresse erreichbar
Die Buffalo Linkstation 520 richtet sich an Nutzer, die Dateien und Multimediainhalte über das Netzwerk verfügbar machen und ein netzwerkbasiertes Backup-System nutzen möchten. Wer ein günstiges Gerät sucht und ohnehin nicht mehr als einen grundlegenden F...
Langsam bei kleinen Daten, Kein Software-Verzeichnis für mehr Funktionen, Von Außen nur über echte IPv4-Adresse erreichbar
Die Buffalo Linkstation 520 richtet sich an Nutzer, die Dateien und Multimediainhalte über das Netzwerk verfügbar machen und ein netzwerkbasiertes Backup-System nutzen möchten. Wer ein günstiges Gerät sucht und ohnehin nicht mehr als einen grundlegenden F...
