Microsoft Windows Server IoT
Windows® Server IoT 2019 for Storage Standard Edition is a binary equivalent of the Windows Server 2019 operating system made specially for NAS devices. Windows Server IoT 2019 offers the full functionality of the established Windows Server 2019, and is designed to optimize file server functions, centralize and organize stores, and protect valuable end user data. Because it is a full Windows operating system, you will still have the same familiar Windows-based interface.
Network Attached Storage Powered by Windows Server IoT
The Buffalo TeraStation WS5020 Network-Attached Storage device runs Windows Server IoT 2019 Standard Edition and leverages the operating system's features for a versatile and cost-effective storage and backup solution. You can create a scalable storage solution with the flexibility to be expanded as you see fit, all the while saving you hardware overhead and associated IT staff costs.
The Windows Server operating system allows the NAS to be effortlessly integrated into an existing Windows environment. Whether you are replacing an aging NAS or installing a new on-site storage or backup server, you can easily implement the Windows Server IoT NAS without extra cost or hassle.
Features of Windows Server IoT 2019
Cost Effective: No CAL Required
Unlike Windows Server, Windows Server IoT does not require CALs (Client Access Licenses). This will lower your device installation cost and save you additional costs when adding future users.
Native Windows Services Integration for Easy Management
Windows Server IoT features more efficient Active Directory integration than other operating systems. If you need to manage over hundreds of users with your NAS, a device running Windows Server IoT offers smoother and quicker response.
Windows Server IoT also integrates with any Windows-compatible software or service, including cloud services. You can easily set up any existing cloud services you already use, such as Amazon S3, Dropbox, or Azure and OneDrive, for bi-directional data backup.
Quick, Hassle-free Data Backup and Recovery
Recovering deleted or corrupted data takes time. The Shadow Copy feature native on Windows Server allows you to create snapshots of files and volumes, even when they are in use. In the event of a data disaster, you can quickly and easily revert to an earlier system state without having to jump through hoops or undergo tedious data restoration.
The IT Administrator can set up the snapshot schedule and allow end users to recover previous versions of files if necessary.
High Data Availability and Protection
With the DFS Replication feature, you can replicate data to multiple locations so data remains safe even if the original NAS becomes inaccessible. Windows Server provides services that protect the endpoint against web-based threats by blocking outbound processes on the NAS to untrusted IP addresses. Azure File Sync also allows you to cache several Azure file shares on a Windows server or virtual machine.
Robust Virtualization and BDR Applications
The WS IoT TeraStation allows you to increase data availability and provide Business and Disaster Recovery (BDR). Many businesses, especially SMB, do not have a good BDR plan as the cost can be extremely prohibitive. The Windows Server IoT NAS utilizes virtualization, offsite replication capability, and security features to help you maintain a cost effective BDR plan. The Windows Server IoT NAS can serve as a complete BDR appliance in itself, without breaking your budget. Learn more about the TeraStation as a complete BDR appliance through the Windows Server NAS product page here.
Optimize Your Storage and Reduce Data Errors
Windows Server IoT 2019 Standard Edition includes the Data Deduplication feature, which optimizes storage space and can help eliminate data errors. By identifying duplicate chunks in files, then storing one copy and replacing all others with pointers, this feature can maximize your storage, and reduce the occurrence of data errors that arise from writing duplicate data to a drive. With data needs growing quickly, this feature can help you minimize additional storage investment in the long run.
Note: When you migrate deduplicated data from one NAS to another, the data size will revert to its original size.
Note: When you migrate deduplicated data from one NAS to another, the data size will revert to its original size.
Buffalo's TeraStation WS5020 IoT NAS devices offer secure and reliable storage that take advantage of Windows Server IoT 2019's robust virtualization capabilities to consolidate multiple file servers onto a single device. You can create a scalable and cost-effective storage solution that you can expand as you see fit, all the while saving you hardware overhead and associated IT staff costs.
A Complete Storage/Backup Solution
Buffalo's TeraStation WS5020 IoT NAS devices offer secure and reliable storage that take advantage of Windows Server IoT 2019's robust virtualization capabilities to consolidate multiple file servers onto a single device. You can create a scalable and cost-effective storage solution that you can expand as you see fit, all the while saving you hardware overhead and associated IT staff costs.
Running Instances of the Server Software
You may run, at any one time, one instance of the server software in one physical or virtual operating system environment on the licensed server.
Running Instances of Additional Software
You may run or otherwise use any number of instances of additional software listed on the website specified below in physical or virtual operating system environments on any number of devices. You may use additional software only with the server software. For a list of additional software, visit (aka.ms/additionalsoftware).
