Thecus N0503 ComboNAS eSATA/USB2

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Pros:

Excellent performance, Solid construction, Flexible
Supports 2.5” and 3.5” drives, Improved interface, Bidirectional USB Copy support, Impressive feature set, Robust hardware specs

Cons:

Web interface need a serious overhaul, I’d like to thank Thecus for making this review possible.
Front door must be opened to access USB port and power button

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Last revision on October 28, 2011

Reviewers Liked

Excellent performance, Solid construction, Flexible
Supports 2.5” and 3.5” drives, Improved interface, Bidirectional USB Copy support, Impressive feature set, Robust hardware specs

Reviewers Didn't Like

Web interface need a serious overhaul, I’d like to thank Thecus for making this review possible
Front door must be opened to access USB port and power button

Expert reviews and ratings

I had high hopes for the Thecus N0503 ComboNAS, given its purported versatility. It seemed very promising, since you could easily switch between using 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch drives as you saw fit. The range of RAID options (I used RAID5) was a plus...

By FutureLooks on January 18, 2010

There’s a lot to like about the Thecus N0503 ComboNAS. With regard to features and performance, the unit is an excellent option. At over $400 though, it is obviously not for...

By ComputerPowerUser on November 13, 2009

In the past, we have commented on the integration of network attached storage solutions in the modern home and while there is no doubt that over the last year we have seen more and more products offered, we are still a long way around from mainstream...

By CCE Reviews on January 07, 2010

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By VR-Zone on December 28, 2009

Thecus brings a lot to the table with the N0503 Combo NAS. You have the choice of using up to five 2.5” drives or up to three 3.5” drives for storage, and the new, more polished AJAX-based web interface is a step in the right direction. All...

By TweakNews on December 02, 2009

Pros: Easy to use and configure Choice between 2.5" or 3.5" hard drives Multiple applications (music, file, or photograph servers) Lower consuming Atom processor 1 gigabyte of memory Cons: Expensive @ $429.00 USD The only con we could come up...

By High Tech Reviews on January 01, 2006