Type | NAS Server |
Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
Drive Bays | 4 |
Installed Storage Capacity | 32 TB |
Drive Type | HDD |
Drive Interface | SATA |
Pre-installed Drives | 4 x 8TB |
RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD |
Processor | Annapurna Labs Alpine AL314, Quad-core 1.7GHz |
Installed Memory | 4 GB DDR3 ECC |
Max Power Consumption | 50W |
Power Supply | Internal |
Redundant Power Supply | No |
Hot-Swappable Drives | Yes |
Operating System | Linux-based NAS OS |
BUFFALO TERASTATION 5420RN 32TB 1U NAS RAID iSCSI





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- Designed for enterprise-level storage with 32TB capacity to support growing data demands
- Includes a 10GbE port and iSCSI support, ideal for virtualization and high-performance environments
- TAA compliance and Japanese manufacturing ensure quality and procurement eligibility in regulated sectors
Product Overview
The BUFFALO TeraStation 5420RN delivers an all-in-one 1U rackmount storage solution built specifically for SMBs requiring reliable and scalable NAS. With 32TB of total capacity (4x8TB drives), it supports RAID configurations for redundancy and performance. The 10GbE interface enables high-speed data access, and iSCSI support integrates into existing SAN setups. TAA compliant and manufactured in Japan, it also includes a rail kit for easy rack installation. Suitable for data-heavy environments like media production and government networks, this solution helps centralize, secure, and accelerate access to enterprise data.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Japan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | VCCI Class A, RoHS, REACH, FCC Class A, CE |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption | AES 256-bit data encryption |
User Authentication | Active Directory Integration, Local Users |
Access Control | User and Group Permissions |
Network Security | SSL/TLS, IP Blocking |
Backup Security | BitRot Protection, Scheduled Backups |
Interfaces
10GbE Ports | 1 x 10GbE (RJ-45) |
1GbE Ports | 2 x 1GbE (RJ-45) |
USB 3.0 Ports | 2 x USB 3.0 |
iSCSI Support | Yes |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 10 Gbps |
Link Aggregation | Yes |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 430 x 430 x 44.3 mm |
Product Weight | 8.5 kg |
Operating Temperature | 5°C to 35°C |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cooling System | 1 x 40mm Fan (internal) |
Rail Kit Included | Yes |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Web-based GUI |
Cloud Backup Integration | Supports Microsoft Azure, Amazon S3, Dropbox |
Remote Management | Buffalo Remote Management Service (optional) |
License Requirement | No license required for basic operation |