Buffalo LinkStation 210 2TB
Score: 57/100Buffalo LinkStation LS210
Score: 39/100Rankings
The Buffalo LinkStation 210 2 TB is a budget-friendly, single-bay NAS that offers basic file sharing, media streaming and remote access for home users. It provides gigabit Ethernet and low power draw but lacks RAID, USB 3.0 and modern OS support.
The Buffalo LinkStation 210 is a compact, single-bay NAS that offers 6 TB of pre-installed storage and basic media streaming for home users. Its simplicity and low noise are offset by outdated hardware, lack of RAID, and limited connectivity, making it suitable for light backup tasks but not for power users.
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1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
0.256 GBbest | 0.256 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 18 Wbest | 24 W |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.102 kgbest | 1.102 kgbest |
1best | 1best |
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OS Compatibility | Windows XP and later, macOS up to 10.10, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS 10.10 |
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CPU Model | Marvell ARMADA 370 | ARM |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 18 W | 24 W |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Supported Network Protocols | CIFS/SMB, HTTP, HTTPS, AFP, FTP, NTP, BitTorrent | TCP/IP, UPnP, DLNA, FTP, HTTPS, HTTP, AFP, CIFS/SMB |
Storage & Capacity(1) | ||
Supported Drive Types | HDD | SATA 3 Gbps |
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Professional reviewers praise its low price, straightforward setup and reliable DLNA/iTunes streaming, but note the lack of RAID, limited storage ceiling and outdated macOS compatibility as trade-offs.
Everyday users like the simple configuration and cross-platform compatibility, though some complain about network instability and the need to reformat the drive for newer macOS versions.
“Easy to configure”
“Works great with Windows, Linux, and Mac”
“Great for media streaming”
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.
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.
