Buffalo
The Buffalo LinkStation 210 6TB is a compact, single‑bay NAS aimed at home users who need simple, plug‑and‑play centralized storage, media streaming and basic remote access. It offers 6 TB of pre‑installed storage, gigabit Ethernet, and a low‑noise design but lacks RAID, modern interfaces and up‑to‑date hardware.
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$209.99
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$217.22
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$209.99
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$346.51
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Best For
Home users who want a simple, plug‑and‑play NAS for consolidating photos, videos and documents; non‑technical individuals seeking easy setup; media streamers using DLNA‑compatible TVs or consoles; families needing light, automated PC backups.
Not Ideal For
Anyone requiring data redundancy (RAID), support for newer macOS or Linux systems, high‑speed external transfers, SSD/M.2 upgrades, or up‑to‑date security and firmware updates; power users or small businesses with demanding workloads.
Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers noted that the LinkStation 210 was a solid, easy‑to‑use entry‑level NAS at the time of release, thanks to its straightforward software and reliable basic performance. However, they criticized its underpowered hardware, lack of expandability, and absence of modern interfaces, concluding that it is now outdated for most contemporary home‑office or power‑user scenarios.
What Users Say
Everyday users appreciate the device’s simplicity, quiet operation, and ability to stream media via DLNA, often rating it highly for basic backup and file‑sharing needs. Recurring complaints focus on hardware aging, incompatibility with newer macOS versions, occasional slowness of the WebAccess service, and the absence of RAID or USB 3.0, leading to concerns about data safety and future‑proofing.
Common Complaints
Data loss after drive failure or device crash, incompatibility with recent macOS releases, slow/unreliable WebAccess remote service, lack of USB 3.0, and overall outdated hardware limiting future use.
What People Are Saying
“Set it up in 15 minutes—works perfectly for family photo backups.”
“Great for streaming music and videos to my smart TV via DLNA.”
“Crashed after 3 years—lost all data with no warning.”
“Can’t connect from my new MacBook—macOS Sonoma not supported.”
“WebAccess is slow and sometimes unreliable.”
“Wish it had USB 3.0 for faster external backups.”
How It Compares
vs. Synology DS220+
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Disadvantages
Choose the DS220+ if you need RAID, faster performance, and expandability; stick with the LinkStation 210 for ultra‑budget, simple home use.
vs. WD My Cloud EX2 Ultra
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The EX2 Ultra offers RAID and better connectivity at a moderate price, making it a step up from the LinkStation 210 for users needing data protection.
