Product Type | External RAID Storage Enclosure |
Model Name | DriveStation Duo HD-WH8TU3R1 |
Manufacturer | Buffalo Technology |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Total Storage Capacity | 8 TB |
Number of Bays | 2 |
Pre-installed Drives | 2 x 4TB HDDs |
Supported Drive Type | 3.5" SATA Hard Drives |
Power Supply | External AC Adapter |
Power Consumption (Max) | Approximately 48W |
Weight | 2.5 kg |
BUFFALO 8TB DriveStation Duo High-Performance RAID Storage, HD-WH8TU3R1





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- Pre-installed dual 4TB hard drives provide instant 8TB total storage with no additional installation needed.
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for government and federally regulated deployments.
- Manufactured in Japan, which supports high build quality and dependable long-term use.
Product Overview
The BUFFALO DriveStation Duo 8TB (HD-WH8TU3R1) is a high-capacity, dual-drive storage solution with two installed 4TB hard drives. It offers 8TB of total storage for backup, media, or archiving. This TAA-compliant device is engineered in Japan and designed for reliable enterprise applications. While RAID details are not specified, its dual-bay configuration makes it scalable and adaptable for professional storage needs.
Specifications
Product Overview
RAID Features
RAID Levels Supported | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD |
RAID Controller | Hardware RAID |
RAID Configuration Options | User-selectable switch via utility |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Japan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, CE, VCCI |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Support | No |
Drive Security | Drive locks and password protection via host OS and software |
Backup Software Included | NovaBACKUP Buffalo Edition |
Interfaces
Interface Type | USB 3.0 |
Number of USB Ports | 1 x USB 3.0 Type-B |
Backward Compatibility | USB 2.0 |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 5 Gbps |
Drive Interface | SATA 6 Gbps |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 91 x 206 x 127 mm |
Operating Temperature | 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% - 80% (non-condensing) |
Cooling | Active fan cooling |
Enclosure Material | Aluminum and plastic |
LED Indicators | Power, HDD activity, RAID status |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Bundled Software | Buffalo Tools, NovaBACKUP (for Windows) |
Management Interface | Buffalo RAID Utility |
Software RAID Configuration Utility | Included |
Licensing Requirements | None |