Product Type | Network Attached Storage (NAS) |
Model | TeraStation 51220RH |
Manufacturer | BUFFALO Technology |
Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
Installed Storage Capacity | 144TB |
Drive Bays | 12 |
Drive Configuration | 12 x 12TB Enterprise-grade HDDs (Pre-configured) |
Drive Interface | SATA |
RAID Support | RAID 0/1/5/6/10/51/60/JBOD |
Hot-Swappable Drives | Yes |
Processor | Intel Atom C3338 Dual-Core 1.5GHz (Burst up to 2.2GHz) |
RAM | 8GB ECC DDR4 |
Power Supply | Redundant 250W Power Supplies |
Power Consumption (Max) | Approx. 140W |
BUFFALO TeraStation 51220RH 144TB 12-Bay Rackmount NAS



Key Benefits

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- Includes 12 enterprise HDDs totaling 144TB, eliminating the need for separate drive purchases.
- Dual 10GbE connectivity ensures rapid data access for heavy enterprise workflows.
- TAA compliance and Japanese manufacturing provide regulatory assurance and quality.
Product Overview
The BUFFALO TeraStation 51220RH 144TB 12-Bay Rackmount NAS is a robust network storage solution designed for enterprise-scale data management. Housed in a 2U form factor, it includes twelve pre-configured 12TB enterprise-grade hard drives, totaling 144TB of capacity. Dual 10GbE ports offer high-speed data throughput for demanding applications, while RAID and iSCSI support enable resilient and scalable storage setups.
Built in Japan and TAA compliant, this NAS is appropriate for sensitive government and institutional deployments. The bundled rackmount rail kit ensures straightforward installation into existing server architecture. Designed for maximum uptime and performance, it meets the needs of environments handling centralized file sharing, media storage, or backup infrastructure.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Web-Based Management Interface | Buffalo NAS Navigator and Web GUI |
Remote Management | Yes |
Cloud Backup Integration | Amazon S3, Dropbox, Azure, OneDrive |
Backup Utilities | NovaBACKUP Buffalo Edition (Windows only) |
Licensing Requirements | No subscription required for base functionality |
Bundled Software | Replication, Failover, Scheduled Backup, DFS, Cloud Sync |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 430 x 554 x 88 mm (16.93 x 21.8 x 3.46 in) |
Weight | 20.3 kg (44.75 lbs) |
Operating Temperature | 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% – 80% (non-condensing) |
Cooling System | Redundant Fans |
Rackmount Rails | Included |
Interfaces
10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports (10GbE) | 2 x SFP+ |
Gigabit Ethernet Ports | 2 x RJ-45 (1GbE) |
USB 3.0 Ports | 2 (rear) |
DC Output Ports | 1 (for UPS) |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 20 Gbps (aggregate via 2x10GbE) |
iSCSI Target Support | Yes |
Protocol Support | SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, SFTP, SNMP |
Advanced Security Features
User Authentication | Active Directory, LDAP, Local User |
Data Encryption | 256-bit AES Volume Encryption |
Antivirus Support | Third-Party Compatible |
Network Security Protocols | HTTPS, SFTP, FTPS, SSH |
Drive Encryption Key Management | USB Key Management |
SNMP Monitoring | v2 and v3 Supported |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Japan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, CE, VCCI, UL |
UPC | 747464135342 |