Testurteil: "3.5 out of 5 stars"
Test: Einzeltest: Iomega StorCenter ix4-300d
Zitat: Pro: + Capable performance
+ Well-rounded feature set
+ Keen pricing
Con: - Slower than premium Intel equivalents
- Some limitations; strictly a single-volume NAS
Performance is now at a comfortable level and the ix4-300d´s well-rounded feature set makes this a NAS that would fit well into most home or small-office environments. With the ix4-300d, Iomega has successfully raised performance expectations for its mid-range network-attached storage solutions. Powered by a 1.3GHz Marvell Armada XP processor, this is an efficient box of tricks that offers capable performance at a competitive price. NAS solutions powered by Intel Atom CPUs will still have the edge in terms of overall speed, but Iomega has managed to close that gap while maintaining a gulf in price. The latter is perfectly demonstrated in the company´s own product range, where a 4TB Intel-powered px4-300d carries a retail price of £983, compared to £575 for a 4TB ix4-300d powered by Marvell. If the cost of high-performance units has been putting you off, Iomega´s latest is well worthy of consideration. Performance is now at a comfortable level and the ix4-300d´s well-rounded feature set makes this a NAS that would fit well into most home or small-office environments.