Reviewer’s Guide: Seagate BlackArmor NAS 440
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Key Features
The Seagate BlackArmor NAS consists of four main components:
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BlackArmor Server:
The actual hardware that includes main enclosure, disk
drives, and external power supply
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BlackArmor Discovery:
Utility software that finds and connects the BlackArmor
NAS to a computer
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BlackArmor Manager:
A browser-based tool embedded in the NAS to set up,
modify, and monitor the BlackArmor NAS locally or remotely
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BlackArmor Backup:
A software application that backs up files, applications,
and even operating systems
Additionally, secure remote access is available via the Internet using the free Seagate
Global Access service. No software is required to use Seagate Global Access.
A fully self-contained, out-of-the box solution, the BlackArmor NAS on-board LCD screen
displays settings and status information. Compared with affordable NAS products from
other manufacturers, we believe the Seagate BlackArmor NAS 440 and NAS 240 each
offer unparalleled security, accessibility and peace of mind, achieved through several
key features:
Dual Gigabit Ethernet Ports
High-end corporate enterprise-class storage systems and networks use multiple network
connections to assure uninterrupted operation should any port fail. At Seagate, we
believe this capability should be available to everyone. For that reason, the BlackArmor
NAS contains dual rear-panel Ethernet ports that allow users to:
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Connect both ports to the network for fail-safe operation should one port fail
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Connect one port to the network and connect the other port directly to a second
BlackArmor NAS to replicate the primary unit automatically without consuming
any network bandwidth
The BlackArmor NAS features dual Ethernet ports that can be used to provide port failover
redundancy or direct connection to a second unit for automatic replication that bypasses the
network. Four USB ports (one located on the front panel) can be used to attach hard drives, share
a printer among users, or connect to an uninterruptible power supply data port to ensure a graceful
shutdown in the event of a power outage.
