Plextor has expanded its assortment of NAS units and stationary media players. The common nominator is the networking capabilities that aren't wired but also full wireless support. They support the 802.11n protocol and Plextor's new NAS (PX-WNAS1000L/500L) is targeting small business and advanced home users. The wireless media player settles for a USB transmitter for activating the wireless network that then enables the user to stream and record digital media from computers or TVs, also MediaX is available in two sizes, 500GB and 1TB.
Press release after the break;
Plextor Launches New wireless NAS Drives and Media Players
Plextor announced a new range of wireless Networked Attached Storage (NAS) drives and media players
Bryssel, Belgien – 20 januari 2009 – Optical and hard disk solutions manufacturer Plextor announces a new range of wireless Networked Attached Storage (NAS) drives and media players. The company is responding to the ever-growing demand for wireless products from both professionals and consumers based on their need for more installation flexibility.
Capitalising on the success of its previous range, Plextor has re-engineered its popular single NAS drives to give them wireless capability. These new drives present the perfect solution for more storage capacity by making it easier to store, share and back-up data over a network.
The wireless PX-WNAS500L (500GB) and PX-WNAS1000L (1TB) models are designed for competent small office business users.
The wireless Plextor MediaX is a standalone networked media player and recorder that allows easy sharing and access to music, photos and films from either a PC or TV. Available in two models PX-MX500WL (500GB) and PX-MX1000WL (1TB), these products are Wi-Fi enabled thanks to the included dongle suitable for USB-entrance. Designed for people with growing media collections, Plextor’s wireless media players avoid the hassle of tangled cables.
Commenting on the new wireless products, Rudy de Meirsman, Sales & Marketing Manager at Plextor states, "We have decided to focus on developing more and more Wi-Fi products at Plextor. The great advantage of wireless drives is that they offer users flexibility in terms of installation if professionals or consumers have a small office or limited space at home."
Availability and Warranty
These wireless NAS drives and Media Players will be available from end of January through the network of Plextor dealers. They are covered by Plextor’s Fast Warranty Service (2-year warranty in the EU, Norway and Switzerland (Collect & Return); 1 year in other countries).
Prices (incl. VAT):
Wireless NAS;
PX-WNAS500L: 270 EUR
PX-WNAS1000L: 330 EUR
Wireless Plextor MediaX:
PX-MX500WL: 285 EUR
PX-MX1000WL: 345 EUR
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