D-Link DNS-327L
Score: 53/100
Buffalo LinkStation LS710
Score: 61/100Rankings
A compact, single-bay NAS with a built-in 2 TB drive and 2.5 GbE networking, ideal for home users seeking simple backup and media streaming, but limited by lack of encryption, expandability and advanced features.
The D-Link DNS-327L is a budget-friendly 2-bay NAS offering RAID-1, remote access, DLNA streaming and basic backup features, suited for home users and small offices.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12 TBbest | 2 TB | |
2best | 1 | |
1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
— | 6best | |
0.256 GB | 2 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 15.7 Wbest | 46 W |
3 yearsbest | 2 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.64 kgbest | 1.66 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Proprietary | Windows, macOS |
Performance(4) | ||
CPU Model | Marvell Kirkwood 88F6702A | Hexa-core 6-core CPU up to 1.3 GHz |
System Memory (GB) | 0.256 GB | 2 GB |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 15.7 W | 46 W |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.64 kg | 1.66 kg |
Power Supply Type | External 36W | Internal AC adapter |
Warranty Period (years) | 3 years | 2 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Ports | 1 | 3 |
Storage & Capacity(4) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 12 TB | 2 TB |
Drive Bays | 2 | 1 |
RAID Support | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, Standard | None |
Supported Drive Types | SATA II 3.5" | 3.5" SATA III |
Reviewers praised its low cost and feature set but warned about firmware stability and aging hardware.
Users like the cheap price and easy setup, yet many report hardware failures and occasional remote-access problems.
Professional reviewers view the LinkStation 710 as a no-frills, reliable workhorse that excels at simple backup and media streaming tasks. They commend its 2.5 GbE port and seamless Time Machine support, but criticize the lack of a mobile app, limited expandability, and the closed, non-customizable OS, making it unsuitable for power users.
Everyday users appreciate the quick setup, fast backup speeds, and the peace of mind from the included drive warranty. Common complaints focus on the missing mobile app, inability to SSH, limited storage capacity, and lack of encryption, with many wishing for better documentation and expandability.
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