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Iomega has officially declared Iomega StorCenter ix4-200d, its highly advanced quad-drive desktop NAS appliance. The StorCenter ix4-200d is based on the leading storage technologies which come at affordable prices. The device delivers up to 8TB of networked storage assisting in easy integration with present infrastructure for aggrandizing storage capacity, file-sharing and back-up of important business data.

This high-performance four-drive NAS device offers block-level access for complete utilization of its storage capability. It also comes with device-to-device replication to network targets for business continuity and file recovery. Users will be allowed for remote access where they can remotely manage and access data on the ix4-200d from any place. It also offers adequate time machine support where Apple consumers can backup any Mac computer running on OS X (10.5 or later) using Time Machine.

USP support is also offered where unattended systems automatically shutdown. It assures users that their important data is secured if power failure occurs. It supports print sharing capability for up to three USB printers directly connected to the ix4-200d. Four-Drive NAS Appliance offers users with Bluetooth capability permitting them to upload contacts and share photos and more, from their mobile phones.

For adequate high level data protection certain different levels of RAID configurations also exist. Besides, there is IP security camera support along with Windows Active Directory support. People can automatically transfer pictures from their digital mobile phones on the ix4-200d. For offering more convenience, it lets users read or write in various formats including Fat32, HFS+, NTFS or ext2/ext3 formatted hard disks.

Emails and SNMP notifications offer quick system status making it even more convenient for users. Moreover, status information on space utilization, device and backup status are provided in an easy-to-understand manner.

“The new StorCenter ix4-200d delivers the unquestionable advantages of EMC’s world class enterprise storage technologies to small businesses and distributed enterprises in an affordable and easy to use solution,” explained Jonathan Huberman, president of Iomega and the Consumer and Small Business Products Division of EMC. “From device-to-device replication and iSCSI support to dual Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, VMware certification and other innovative and user-friendly features, the ix4-200d is an excellent yet affordable NAS appliance that gives smaller organizations and work groups not only cost-effective powerful network storage but many of the same sophisticated data management capabilities as a Fortune 100 corporation that no competitor can match.”

Scott Zahl, vice president, vendor management for Ingram Micro U.S., one of Iomega’s largest IT distribution partners, explained, “Small business and consumer demand for efficient and affordable data protection, storage and backup solutions continues to grow as more people recognize the value in proactively protecting and being able to quickly recover their data. The functionality and overall performance found within the new StorCenter ix4-200d will enable our channel partners to deliver world class enterprise storage technology solutions at an affordable price and in a form factor that is easily managed. That’s a great value proposition, especially in today’s budget conscious marketplace.”

Small businesses and small-scale firms can experience the latest Iomega StorCenter ix4-200d NAS appliance at affordable prices. It is now made available to IT resellers globally through certain distribution channels.

The new Iomega ix4-200d NAS desktop appliance comes with 2TB, 4TB and 8TB capacities that helps in utilizing the EMC Lifeline software and certain applications which assist in protecting one’s data and performing valuable business tasks above and beyond simple storage. Users will find it easy and convenient to secure, protect and serve their data whenever they want to, because of its smartly designed layout.

This high-performance yet affordable Four-Drive NAS Appliance can be considered as strong, multifaceted and reliable in order to meet today’s data management challenges and requirements. It consists of an efficient Gigabit Ethernet connectivity which helps in increasing small business productivity by making data easily available and secure over a local network. It provides three USB 2.0 ports in order to add printers or additional storage capacity along with external USB drives.

Moreover, the recently launched Four-Drive NAS appliance provides complete backup and security software for desktops and laptops with integrated EMC Retrospect backup software. It is compatible with Windows Mac OS and Linux PCs and localized in eleven languages including English, Spanish, Japanese and more.

Consumers can purchase the 2TB StorCenter ix4-200d NAS appliance for $699.99 (approx. 34,201), the 4TB model for $899.99 (approx. 43,973), and the 8TB model for $1,899.99 (approx. 92,833). It can be purchased from the IT resellers across the world through certain distribution channels. It will be displayed in coming week in the EMC booth at the YMworld 2009 tradeshow in San Francisco at the Moscone Center, from August 31 to September 3.