LaCie 12big Rack Storage Server For Backup or File Sharing

LaCie Group announces the 12big Rack Storage Server, a network storage solution complete with the software and hardware needed for backup or file sharing.

The 12big Rack Storage Server features the performance of Quad LANs and the power of Windows Storage Server. With performance and scalability at a competitive price point, the 12big Rack Storage Server is the solution for corporate backup and file sharing.

It is powered by the Windows Storage Server 2008 R2, Microsoft’s latest version of the NAS platform. The 12big Rack Storage Server ships with 6Gb/s Nearline SAS disks, which feature redundant path technology that improve I/O results by more than 40%.

It features:

• Intel Quad Core Xeon processor with 4GB RAM, powerful enough to perform multiple parallel tasks and accommodate up to 250 users
• NAS-to-NAS backup and file serving
• I/O ports to connect external storage and integrate as a JBOD array for scalability – up to 144TB
• Hardware RAID controller, which supports RAID Levels 0, 1, 5, 10, 50 or 60
• Five free PCIe slots for dedicated applications such as 10Gb Ethernet, FC or IB
• Configure as an iSCSI target or initiator to allow storage expansion in a cost-effective way

The 12big Rack Storage Server is available in 9TB, 12TB, 24TB and 36TB capacities with the 5-year Gold Protection Plan for premium support. The protection plan features warranty on drives and components, as well as product replacement.

It is available through LaCie Online Store, LaCie PROgram+ Partners, and LaCie PROgram+ Resellers starting at $11,299 for 9TB and up to $17,999 for 36TB.