BUFFALO TeraStation 3430DN 4-Bay Desktop NAS 16TB (4x4TB) HDD Included

The BUFFALO TeraStation 3430DN 4-Bay Desktop NAS is a purpose-built centralized storage and backup solution engineered for small to medium-sized offices. It delivers a careful balance of security, scalability, and affordability, making it a practical upgrade from consumer-grade storage while staying simple to manage. With four hot-swappable bays and a generous 16 TB of included HDD capacity (4 x 4 TB), this desktop NAS gives teams a dependable home for documents, media libraries, project files, and databases. Two high-speed 2.5 GbE network ports provide faster data transfers, backups, and collaboration across devices, so teams can work more efficiently without waiting. The TAA-compliant hardware ensures it meets procurement standards for government and enterprise buyers, adding another layer of trust for organizations that require compliant equipment. Whether you’re backing up workstations, sharing files across departments, or provisioning storage for virtualization via iSCSI, the TeraStation 3430DN offers a robust foundation that grows with your business needs. In short, it’s a reliable, scalable, and secure NAS designed to streamline IT management and protect valuable data in a compact, office-friendly form factor.

• Centralized storage & collaboration: Consolidate files, media, and project documents in a single, accessible repository. The 4-bay chassis supports robust user permissions and cross-platform file sharing (SMB/CIFS, NFS) so teams can securely access what they need from Windows, macOS, and Linux devices, anytime and anywhere on the network.
• Powerful data protection & flexibility: Enjoy flexible RAID configurations (including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10) with hot-swappable drives, helping protect data against drive failures while maximizing storage efficiency. Pre-installed 16 TB (4 x 4 TB) gives you immediate usable capacity, and you can reconfigure storage layouts as your data grows without downtime.
• High-speed networking for quick backups: Equipped with dual 2.5 GbE LAN ports, the TeraStation 3430DN enables faster file transfers, seamless backups, and smooth media streaming across your network. The enhanced bandwidth reduces bottlenecks during peak usage and makes remote access and file synchronization more reliable for busy offices.
• iSCSI capabilities & virtualization readiness: Use iSCSI to present storage to servers as a SAN, supporting virtualization, databases, and other demanding workloads. This feature expands the NAS beyond file sharing into a versatile storage appliance that integrates with your server environment and backup strategies.
• Security, durability & smart management: Built with enterprise-friendly features and a compact, quiet design suitable for office spaces. The device is TAA compliant, helping satisfy procurement requirements, while the integrated management interface simplifies setup, monitoring, and ongoing administration for administrators and IT staff alike.

Technical Details of BUFFALO TeraStation 3430DN 4-Bay Desktop NAS 16TB (4x4TB) HDD Included

• Drive Capacity: 16 TB total (4 x 4 TB HDDs included)
• Bays / Form Factor: 4-bay desktop NAS
• Networking: Dual 2.5 GbE LAN ports for high-speed network connectivity
• RAID & Storage Management: Supports common RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10) with hot-swappable drives
• Protocols & Access: SMB/CIFS, NFS, FTP; iSCSI support for SAN-like access
• Compliance: TAA compliant for procurement requirements

how to install BUFFALO TeraStation 3430DN 4-Bay Desktop NAS 16TB (4x4TB) HDD Included

• Place the NAS on a stable surface in a well-ventilated area, near a power outlet and your network switch or router. Remove the access panel if needed and verify that the four included 4 TB drives are properly seated in each bay.
• Connect the NAS to your network using an Ethernet cable from one of the 2.5 GbE ports to a switch or your router. Plug the unit into a powered outlet to power it on.
• Find the device on your network using the Buffalo discovery tool or by checking your router’s DHCP client list for a new IP address. Open a web browser and enter the management IP to access the web-based admin interface.
• In the management UI, initialize the drives (if not already initialized) and configure a RAID level that fits your redundancy and capacity needs (for example, RAID 5 for a balance of protection and space). Create your first shared folders, assign permissions, and enable essential services (such as SMB/NFS) for your users.
• Set up backup jobs, user accounts, and any iSCSI targets if you plan to use the NAS as a SAN for virtualization. Configure remote access, password policies, and, if desired, connect to cloud backup or replication targets to complete your data protection strategy.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is included in the 16 TB storage? A: The system ships with four 4 TB hard drives pre-installed, totaling 16 TB of raw capacity. The usable capacity will vary with the RAID level chosen and any existing data or parity overhead.
• Q: Does the BUFFALO TeraStation 3430DN support iSCSI? A: Yes. It includes iSCSI targets, enabling SAN-like access for servers and virtualization environments in addition to standard file sharing.
• Q: How fast is the network throughput? A: The NAS features dual 2.5 GbE LAN ports, which provide higher bandwidth for concurrent transfers, backups, and media streaming compared with traditional gigabit Ethernet, subject to switch capabilities and network configuration.
• Q: Is the device compliant with procurement requirements? A: Yes. The BUFFALO TeraStation 3430DN is TAA compliant, making it suitable for customers in jurisdictions that require this standard.
• Q: How do I secure access to shares? A: Use the web-based admin interface to configure user accounts and group permissions, enable appropriate network protocols (SMB/NFS), and apply strong passwords and access controls to protect sensitive data.