Product Type | Network Attached Storage (NAS) |
Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
Family | TeraStation 3420RN |
Manufacturer | BUFFALO TECHNOLOGY |
Manufacturer Part Number | TS3420RN4804 |
UPC | 747464136196 |
Processor Manufacturer | Annapurna Labs |
Processor Type | Alpine AL-214 |
Processor Clock Speed | 1.4 GHz |
Processor Cores | Quad-Core |
RAM Type | DDR3 |
Installed RAM | 1 GB |
Power Supply Type | Internal Power Supply |
Voltage Required | 100–240V AC |
Power Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Warranty | 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty |
BUFFALO TeraStation 3420RN 48TB 4-Bay Rackmount NAS





Key Benefits

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- High-capacity 48TB configuration with four enterprise SATA drives ensures extensive storage for business applications.
- Quad-core Annapurna processor and 1GB DDR3 RAM provide dependable performance for small office deployments.
- Out-of-box rackmount readiness with TAA compliance and 3-year warranty adds reliability and peace of mind for IT managers.
Product Overview
The BUFFALO TeraStation 3420RN 48TB is a reliable and compact network-attached storage (NAS) unit, ideal for SMBs and professional environments needing centralized storage, backup, or private cloud capabilities. Configured with four 12TB SATA hard drives (48TB total) in a 1U rackmount chassis, this system supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10 for flexible data protection. It is powered by a quad-core Annapurna Labs AL214 1.4 GHz processor and includes 1GB of DDR3 RAM, delivering stable performance. Equipped with dual RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports and three USB 3.0 ports, the TeraStation 3420RN enables seamless integration into standard 19-inch racks with the included rail kit. The system is TAA-compliant and includes Rsynch backup features, a Linux-based OS, and global-ready 100–240V input, backed by a 3-year warranty. It is ideal for centralized backups, video surveillance archiving, or scalable private cloud storage.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Physical & Environmental
Width | 430 mm |
Depth | 430 mm |
Height | 44.3 mm |
Rack Compatibility | Standard 19-inch Rack |
Chassis Type | Steel |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Backup Options | Supported via Rsynch and third-party integrations |
Management Interface | Web-based GUI |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | User and Group Level Permissions |
Encryption | AES 256-bit Data Encryption |
Interfaces
Ethernet Port Type | RJ-45 |
Ethernet Port Count | 2 |
Ethernet Speed | 1 Gbps |
USB Version | USB 3.0 |
USB Port Count | 3 |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Storage
Drive Bays | 4 |
Installed Drives | 4 x 12TB SATA |
Drive Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
Total Storage Capacity | 48 TB |
RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 |
Software & Operating System
Operating System | Linux |
Backup Features | Rsynch Support |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | Japan |