BUFFALO LS220D1202B – LinkStation SoHo 220 12TB 2-Bay RAID NAS
Overview
The BUFFALO LS220D1202B is a LinkStation SoHo 220 two-bay network-attached storage system supplied with two 6TB hard drives for 12TB of installed capacity. It is designed for centralized file storage, backup, and sharing across wired network environments.
The two-drive architecture supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD configurations. The system provides one Gigabit Ethernet interface for network connectivity and supports SMB/CIFS, AFP, and FTP/FTPS network file services.
Technical Information
The LS220D1202B uses a Marvell Armada 370 processor operating at 800MHz with a dual-issue ARM architecture and 256MB of DDR3 memory. The internal drives use SATA 3Gbps interfaces.
The Gigabit Ethernet interface supports 10/100/1000Mbps auto-sensing operation and uses an RJ-45 connector with AUTO-MDIX. The system also provides SSL encryption for supported secure network access.
RAID 0 combines the two installed drives into a striped storage configuration, RAID 1 mirrors data between the drives, and JBOD provides non-RAID drive operation. The appropriate mode depends on whether capacity, performance, or drive redundancy is the primary requirement.
Compatibility
The LS220D1202B is intended for TCP/IP Ethernet networks and supports client access through SMB/CIFS, AFP, and FTP/FTPS. Buffalo lists support for Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, and Mac OS X 10.12 or later in its product documentation.
The NAS includes one USB 2.0 port supporting a maximum USB 2.0 specification transfer rate of 480Mbps. Actual transfer rates depend on the connected device and operating conditions.
Key Features
- 12TB total installed capacity with two 6TB hard drives
- Two-bay storage architecture supporting RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD
- Gigabit Ethernet with 10/100/1000Mbps auto-sensing and AUTO-MDIX
- Marvell Armada 370 800MHz dual-issue ARM processor with 256MB DDR3
- SSL encryption and FTP/FTPS support for network file access
Applications
- Centralized file storage for home-office and small-business networks
- Shared document and media storage across network-connected clients
- RAID 1 mirrored storage where drive-level redundancy is required
- Network backup and centralized data management
- Private cloud-style file access without a recurring storage subscription
DC Supplies Product Note
The exact LS220D1202B model is the 12TB configuration of Buffalo's LinkStation SoHo 220 series, using two 6TB drives. The trailing “B” is part of the manufacturer part number and should be retained when matching replacement units, drives, or product documentation.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | BUFFALO |
| Part Number / MPN | LS220D1202B |
| Product Type | 2-Bay Network Attached Storage |
| Product Series | LinkStation SoHo 220 |
| Total Installed Capacity | 12TB |
| Installed Drives | 2 × 6TB |
| Drive Bays | 2 |
| Drive Interface | SATA 3Gbps |
| Supported RAID Levels | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD |
| Processor | Marvell Armada 370, 800MHz dual-issue ARM |
| Memory | 256MB DDR3 |
| Network Interface | 1 × RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Speeds | 10/100/1000Mbps auto-sensing |
| Network Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, AUTO-MDIX |
| Supported Protocol | TCP/IP |
| Network File Services | SMB/CIFS, AFP, FTP/FTPS |
| USB Interface | 1 × USB 2.0 |
| USB Maximum Data Rate | 480Mbps |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 48W |
| Power Supply | Internal AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 5–35°C |
| Operating Humidity | 20–80% non-condensing |
| Dimensions | 8.1 × 3.4 × 5in |
| Weight | 5.5lb |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Warranty | 3 years |
FAQs
What is the storage capacity of the BUFFALO LS220D1202B?
The LS220D1202B has 12TB of installed storage using two 6TB hard drives.
Which RAID modes does the LS220D1202B support?
The system supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD.
Does the LS220D1202B support Gigabit Ethernet?
Yes. It has one RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port supporting 10/100/1000Mbps auto-sensing operation.
How much memory does the LS220D1202B have?
The LS220D1202B has 256MB of DDR3 memory and uses a Marvell Armada 370 800MHz dual-issue ARM processor.
What file-sharing protocols are supported?
The LS220D1202B supports SMB/CIFS, AFP, and FTP/FTPS network file services over TCP/IP.
Does the LS220D1202B include the hard drives?
Yes. The LS220D1202B is the 12TB configuration supplied with two installed 6TB hard drives.
