Maxtor is gearing up to launch a new alternative to NAS appliances next month, offering a quick installation and storage solutions for small businesses. The Maxtor Shared Storage solution features a single hard drive with an external housing and a 10/100-Mbps Ethernet port, perfect for improving data backup and archiving capabilities. With prices starting at $300 for a 200-Gbyte model and $400 for a 300-Gbyte version, this solution is cost-effective for small businesses.
According to Paul Streit, senior manager of branded marketing at Maxtor, the company will be offering the Maxtor Shared Storage solution to retailers, direct marketers, and distributors like Bell Microproducts and Ingram Micro. This presents an opportunity for solution providers to work closely with their small-business clients.
Streit also highlighted the versatility of the Maxtor solution, noting that it could benefit a variety of businesses, such as small graphics shops looking to enhance their network capabilities. Brian Lisse, owner of Madison Computer Works in Wisconsin, expressed interest in the Maxtor solution for his small-business accounts, emphasizing its suitability as a backup device. While the price may be a bit steep for home users, it seems just right for businesses in need of reliable storage options.