BUFFALO TS3230DN0802 TeraStation 3230DN 8TB 2-Bay 2.5GbE NAS
Overview
The BUFFALO TS3230DN0802 is a TeraStation 3230DN business NAS with 8TB of installed storage using two 4TB NAS-grade hard drives. The two-bay desktop system combines 2.5GbE networking, 2GB DDR4 memory, software RAID, Btrfs, and iSCSI target functionality for centralized business storage and backup.
The two installed drives are configured in RAID 1 at shipment, providing 4TB of usable mirrored storage. RAID 0 is also supported when the deployment requires the full 8TB capacity without drive mirroring.
Technical Information
The TS3230DN0802 uses an Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-524 2.0GHz quad-core processor with 2GB of DDR4 memory. Its two internal drive interfaces use Serial ATA III with a maximum interface rate of 6Gbps.
Network connectivity consists of one 2.5GBASE-T RJ-45 port and one 1000BASE-T RJ-45 port. The 2.5GbE interface supports 2.5Gbps, 1000Mbps, 100Mbps, and 10Mbps operation, while the additional Gigabit interface provides a separate 1000/100/10Mbps connection.
Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports provide peripheral connectivity at up to 5Gbps. Buffalo specifies that these USB ports are not intended for direct computer connection.
Compatibility
The TS3230DN0802 supports TCP/IP networking with SMB/CIFS, AFP, FTP, SFTP, NFS, HTTP/HTTPS, and SNMP network services. The system also supports iSCSI target functionality for compatible block-storage deployments.
Supported client platforms include Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, macOS 12 or later, and Chrome OS. The 2.5GBASE-T interface supports IEEE 802.3bz and is backward compatible with Gigabit and Fast Ethernet networks.
Key Features
- 8TB total storage using 2 × 4TB NAS-grade hard drives
- Two-bay desktop NAS with factory RAID 1 and RAID 0 support
- 1 × 2.5GBASE-T and 1 × 1000BASE-T RJ-45 network interfaces
- Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-524 2.0GHz quad-core processor with 2GB DDR4 memory
- Btrfs file system and iSCSI target support for business storage environments
Applications
- Centralized business file storage and sharing
- Network backup repositories for small and medium-sized offices
- RAID 1 storage where mirrored data protection is required
- 2.5GbE storage deployments requiring more network bandwidth than Gigabit Ethernet
- iSCSI block storage for compatible servers and applications
DC Supplies Product Note
The TS3230DN0802 includes two 4TB NAS-grade drives and ships with RAID 1 configured. For procurement, the 8TB raw capacity should therefore be distinguished from the 4TB usable capacity provided by the factory RAID 1 configuration.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | BUFFALO |
| Part Number / MPN | TS3230DN0802 |
| Product Type | 2-Bay Desktop Business NAS |
| Series | TeraStation 3230DN |
| Total Storage Capacity | 8TB |
| Installed Drives | 2 × 4TB NAS-grade HDD |
| Drive Bays | 2 |
| Drive Interface | Serial ATA III |
| Drive Interface Rate | Up to 6Gbps |
| RAID Type | Software RAID |
| Supported RAID | RAID 1 / RAID 0 |
| Factory RAID Configuration | RAID 1 |
| Usable Capacity in RAID 1 | 4TB |
| Usable Capacity in RAID 0 | 8TB |
| Processor | Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-524, 2.0GHz, Quad-Core 64-bit |
| Memory | 2GB DDR4 |
| File System | Btrfs |
| Network Interfaces | 1 × 2.5GBASE-T RJ-45; 1 × 1000BASE-T RJ-45 |
| Ethernet Data Rates | 2.5Gbps / 1000Mbps / 100Mbps / 10Mbps |
| Network Protocol | TCP/IP |
| Network File Services | SMB/CIFS, AFP, FTP, SFTP, NFS, HTTP/HTTPS, SNMP |
| iSCSI Target | Supported |
| USB Ports | 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A |
| USB Transfer Rate | Up to 5Gbps |
| Hot Swap | Supported |
| Fan | 1 × 92mm double-ball-bearing fan |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 85W |
| Data Transfer Power | 29W |
| Idle Power | 20W |
| Power Supply | Internal AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 10–85% non-condensing |
| Dimensions | 170 × 170 × 230mm (W × H × D) |
| Weight | Approximately 4.3kg |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Warranty | 3 years |
FAQs
How much storage is included with the TS3230DN0802?
The TS3230DN0802 includes 8TB of total installed storage using two 4TB NAS-grade hard drives.
What is the factory RAID configuration?
The two installed drives are configured in RAID 1 at shipment, providing 4TB of usable mirrored storage.
What RAID modes are supported?
The TS3230DN0802 supports software RAID 1 and RAID 0.
Does the TS3230DN0802 support 2.5GbE?
Yes. It provides one 2.5GBASE-T RJ-45 port supporting up to 2.5Gbps, plus a separate 1000BASE-T RJ-45 port.
Does the TS3230DN0802 support iSCSI?
Yes. The TeraStation 3230DN supports iSCSI target functionality for compatible network storage deployments.
