| 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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- 8TB total capacity with 2 x 4TB installed hard drives
- Supports up to 2 hard drive modules
- TAA compliant for government and enterprise environments
- Manufactured in Japan for assured quality
- Designed for optimized hard drive performance
- Hard drive-based enclosure for external storage applications
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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 |
