Product Type | Network Attached Storage |
Model | TeraStation 3220DN |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Processor Type | Alpine AL-214 |
Processor Clock Speed | 1.4 GHz |
Processor Core Count | Quad-Core |
Installed RAM | 1 GB |
RAM Type | DDR3 |
Total Storage Capacity | 16 TB |
Drive Configuration | 2 x 8 TB HDD (Pre-Installed) |
Drive Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
Drive Bays | 2 |
RAID Support | RAID 0/1, JBOD |
Power Supply Type | Internal Power Supply |
Power Requirements | AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
Power Consumption (Max) | approx. 48W |
Warranty | 3-Year Warranty with 24/7 North American Support |
BUFFALO TeraStation 3220DN 16TB 2-Bay Desktop NAS





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- Pre-installed 16TB storage simplifies deployment for businesses seeking turnkey NAS solutions
- Quad-core processor and RAID support ensure robust performance and data security for demanding workloads
- TAA compliance and Japanese manufacturing quality make it ideal for government and secure enterprise environments
Product Overview
The BUFFALO TeraStation 3220DN is a compact yet powerful 2-bay NAS solution featuring 16TB of pre-installed storage via two 8TB SATA 6 Gb/s hard drives. Built for data-heavy environments, it supports RAID configurations to enhance redundancy and performance. The system utilizes a 1.4 GHz Quad-Core Alpine processor paired with 1GB DDR3 RAM to manage secure file storage, backup, and multimedia applications efficiently.
Ideal for growing businesses or teams requiring secure, shared access, the TeraStation 3220DN supports iSCSI for scalable virtualization environments. It comes equipped with Gigabit Ethernet and includes USB 3.2 (Gen1) and RJ-45 ports for flexible connectivity. The desktop form factor and robust design, made in Japan, enhance durability in various physical environments.
TAA compliance makes this NAS suitable for government use, while its 3-year manufacturer warranty offers long-term protection. The 100–240V power support ensures worldwide deployment flexibility.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Integration | Supports Dropbox, Amazon S3, Microsoft Azure |
Remote Access | WebAccess, FTP over SSL/TLS |
Management Interface | Web-Based GUI |
Backup Software Included | NovaBACKUP (11 licenses) |
Replication Support | Yes (Local and Remote) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 6.7 inches (170 mm) |
Depth | 9.1 inches (230 mm) |
Height | 6.7 inches (170 mm) |
Operating Temperature | 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% - 80% (non-condensing) |
Weight | Approx. 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) |
Cooling | Internal Fan |
Interfaces
Ethernet Ports | 2 x RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
USB Ports | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A) |
iSCSI Support | Yes |
Data Transfer Protocols | SMB, FTP, SFTP, NFS, AFP, HTTP/HTTPS, WebAccess |
Drive Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption | AES 256-bit Volume Encryption |
User & Group Management | Active Directory Support, Local Users/Groups |
Access Control | Share-Level and User-Level Permissions |
Integrated Firewall | Yes (Basic Network Firewall Functionality) |
Antivirus Support | Yes (through 3rd-party integration) |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Japan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, VCCI Class A, UL, CE |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
UPC | 747464136080 |