Brand: NETGEAR · SKU: RN51664E-100AJS · MPN: RN51664E-100AJS · Category: Components
The NETGEAR ReadyNAS 516 (RN51664E) is a high-performance 6-bay desktop Network Attached Storage (NAS) and SAN (Storage Area Network) device designed for small to medium-sized businesses requiring robust data protection and efficient file sharing. This model comes pre-populated with 24TB of raw capacity via six 4TB enterprise-grade hard drives. It is powered by an Intel Ivy Bridge Core i3-3220 3.3GHz dual-core processor and 4GB of ECC RAM to handle heavy workloads and up to 250 simultaneous users. Key features include the revolutionary ReadyNAS OS with XRAID2 technology for automatic volume expansion, unlimited snapshots for point-in-time recovery, real-time anti-virus, and 256-bit AES encryption. The device is virtualization-ready with iSCSI support and certification for VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, making it an ideal choice for virtual infrastructures and hybrid cloud environments.
| CPU | Intel Ivy Bridge Core i3-3220 3.3GHz Dual-Core |
|---|---|
| Fan | 120mm smart fan |
| Memory | 4GB ECC RAM |
| Display | 2-line LCD with touch screen navigation |
| LAN Ports | 2 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet |
| USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 (Front), 2 x USB 3.0 (Back) |
| Drive Bays | 6 Hot-swappable bays |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD, XRAID2 |
| Expansion Ports | 3 x eSATA |
| Included Storage | 24TB (6 x 4TB Enterprise HDDs) |
| Maximum Capacity | Up to 84TB (with optional EDA500 expansion units) |
| Warranty | 5-Year Limited Hardware Warranty |
| Weight | 17.57 lbs (7.97 kg) |
| Dimensions | 11.32 x 7.56 x 10.20 in (287.5 x 192 x 259 mm) |
The ReadyNAS 516 series offers a leading-edge storage solution for small businesses. It combines industry-first features like unlimited snapshots with enterprise-level hardware such as ECC memory and an Intel Core i3 processor. Designed for businesses that cannot afford downtime, it offers five layers of data protection: XRAID2, Unlimited Snapshots, Real-time Anti-virus, Bit Rot protection, and Cloud-managed replication. It is optimized for server virtualization and can be used as a primary storage target for small VM environments.
Yes, this NETGEAR ReadyNAS 516 6-Bay 24TB (6 x 4TB) Network Attached Storage (RN51664E-100AJS) is 100% genuine NETGEAR hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This NETGEAR ReadyNAS 516 6-Bay 24TB (6 x 4TB) Network Attached Storage includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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