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4 out of 4 people found this review helpful
3.5 stars
"Good Product, Poor support from Buffalo"
Pros: Cost effective network storage addition with a print server !!!
Cons: Average networked home / home office beware if you need help and it's not a Buffalo hardware problem !!!!
Summary: I selected the LinkStation 160 for price and feature / function for my home / home office network needs. The systems on my network all run MS XP or XP Pro and I have some wired and some wireless devices on the "g" network. So the LinkStation is the perfect place for music, videos and even backup data with the advantage of the print server, etc via the USB connections.
I purchased through CompUPlus and they are great to work with. Note: read or ask about warranty coverage and responsibilities form reseller and manufacturer BEFORE you buy.
The first problem was gaining access through the various PCs firewalls the second was resolving the assigned name of the LinkStation ( part of the setup procedure ). The real problem was that Buffalo support immediately said it wasn't their product problem ,go away... They were right but unless I am unique this product is going to be used in this kind of home environment and folks should be aware that they will be on their own to resolve these kinds of problems without the help of the manufacturer. Not a friendly environment for the average "user".
