The feature-rich server is the first commercial device to combine remote access through the Internet, ability to stream multimedia files through DLNA-compatible UPnP media players and act as an iTunes music server. The Home Edition also includes specialized applications, such as DesktopMirror, that can backup and restore computer files to the device for safekeeping, sharing and remote access.
The Home Edition comes pre-configured for easy drag-and-drop sharing of documents, music, photos, and videos so that digital content will never be out of touch. Powered by Axentra HipServ™, users can setup free remote access to their personal information via LaCie’s media portal, HomeLaCie.com. Stored files can be viewed simply and securely via any Internet browser, and by utilizing HipServ’s easy-to-use menu, users can grant customizable-access to friends and family through email invitations. Locally, photos can be shared and viewed on any UPnP TV or from any Microsoft Xbox 360 or Sony Playstation 3.
“The new Ethernet Disk mini – Home Edition is an innovative online storage device that is the first of its kind,” said Marie Renouard, LaCie Product Manager. “This product offers a simple way to store digital photos, family videos and complete music libraries in one convenient location while making them accessible throughout the home or elsewhere around the world. Sharing pictures with friends or backing up office files, while on the road, has never been so easy.”
The Home Edition is a cost-effective home server utilizing Gigabit Ethernet for easy data transfers from any PC or Mac. With an additional USB 2.0 port, users can back up to an additional external hard drive. The Ethernet Disk Mini – Home Edition can also be used to back up and synchronize a home computer automatically, making data accessible anywhere.
For an additional $29.99 per year, users can subscribe to the Premier version of LaCie’s media portal, which allows for additional features such as application support for monitoring video surveillance Internet cameras, access to stored content from any web-enabled mobile phone and other features to be announced at a later date. The Ethernet Disk mini – Home Edition’s large storage capacity of 500GB can hold approximately 500,000 photos, 125,000 songs, or 500 movies **
Availability
The LaCie Ethernet Disk mini – Home Edition will be available late October from LaCie direct and widely available via LaCie’s specialized dealer network later this month at the suggested retail price of $199. For more product information, visit www.lacie.com/us/.-LaCie
