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Rathji · 10-19-2010, 01:18 PM

I am trying to figure out a way to host a bunch of files at work without putting a burden on our existing file server. These are large video files (1-2 gig) that will be transfered a few times a day from various users in the company. We need to be able to control access to the files according to Windows (AD) permissions.

I think a NAS would work well here, but I have never used one, and wanted to get some opinions on brands or models that might be able to do this. I looked at the D-Link 323 and a couple of the lower end Drobo models and it doesn't mention anything about authentication.

Am I dreaming that this is an option with a NAS?

10-19-2010, 01:18 PM	#1
Rathji Franchise Player Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Supporting Urban Sprawl Exp:	NAS and Windows Authentication I am trying to figure out a way to host a bunch of files at work without putting a burden on our existing file server. These are large video files (1-2 gig) that will be transfered a few times a day from various users in the company. We need to be able to control access to the files according to Windows (AD) permissions. I think a NAS would work well here, but I have never used one, and wanted to get some opinions on brands or models that might be able to do this. I looked at the D-Link 323 and a couple of the lower end Drobo models and it doesn't mention anything about authentication. Am I dreaming that this is an option with a NAS? __________________ "Wake up, Luigi! The only time plumbers sleep on the job is when we're working by the hour."