TerraMaster has unveiled its latest innovation in storage solutions with the launch of the U4-500 Integrated Backup Server. This NAS, designed for rack mounting and in a 1U format, features four bays and has been specifically created to provide robust data protection, simplify backup processes, and deliver exceptional performance, all geared towards small and medium businesses (SMBs), home offices, and IT environments.
The U4-500 stands out for its powerful hardware, including an Intel Core i3-1215U processor and 8GB of DDR5 memory, ensuring outstanding performance. Equipped with two 10GbE Ethernet ports, the device can achieve a bandwidth of up to 20Gbps, resulting in sequential write speeds of 2090MB/s. It also offers 4K random read and write capabilities of 450MB/s through multi-channel SMB. Additionally, it features two M.2 NVMe slots that optimize disk management, making it an ideal choice for high-load applications such as video production and database management.
In terms of storage, the U4-500 allows for a gross capacity of up to 96TB, using 3.5-inch SATA disks of up to 24TB each. For those needing more capacity, external USB storage can be connected through a 10Gbps USB 3.2 interface, reaching a total potential of up to 132TB with additional devices. The model also supports multiple RAID configurations, as well as TerraMaster’s innovative TRAID/TRAID+ system, allowing for online capacity expansion and redundancy, adapting to the changing needs of businesses.
The U4-500’s design is compact and quiet, with a 1U chassis that takes up only 360mm of depth and a weight of 3.2 kg, perfect for small offices or server rooms. Its installation is simple and tool-free, while its high-quality fan operates quietly even under load, providing a more comfortable work environment.
The device runs on the TOS 6 operating system and is compatible with the BBS Enterprise Backup Suite. This comprehensive solution, designed for SMBs, offers backup without recurring costs, incorporating advanced features such as Duple Backup for disaster recovery and CloudSync for cloud recovery solutions. These features are essential for ensuring data security in various business scenarios, adapting to management and protection best practices.
Among other advantages, the U4-500 also supports virtualization through Docker Manager and VirtualBox, as well as being compatible with 4K video decoding, making it a useful tool for creative industries requiring multimedia content streaming.
With the global availability of the TerraMaster U4-500 and the BBS Enterprise Backup Suite, the company reaffirms its commitment to innovation in storage solutions, offering options tailored to the different requirements of businesses of all sizes.
Source: MiMub in Spanish
