Best NAS Deals: Expand Your Big File Storage With These Discounts [CNET]

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If you want to keep your data safe and sound without dealing with the cloud these great NAS deals will get you there.

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If you’re looking to make your data accessible anywhere and at any time, cloud storage services can be a great option. These services offer an easy way to access backups of photos and other files, but they can be increasingly costly as the amount of data you upload starts to grow. For those with the biggest data storage needs, it’s impossible to beat network-attached storage. otherwise known as a NAS.

A NAS drive essentially functions as a self-contained cloud, with one or more high-capacity storage drives that anyone on the network can access. Although they can be expensive, they’re worth considering since they will help keep your data safe in one place. Plus, you can often find models on sale for hundreds less than their list prices.

We’ve rounded up some of the best NAS drive deals out there at the moment, and we’ll continue to update this page as offers come and go, so be sure to check back often.

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This Buffalo LinkStation NAS has a 4TB capacity and can easily be connected to your router to allow for excellent storage locally. It’s easy to use, doesn’t have a subscription and is a great choice if you’re not looking for too much storage.

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This Buffalo LinkStation has a massive 12TB capacity, making it big enough for a lot of users’ needs. It also doesn’t require a subscription, is really easy to set up and, while it’s not small, it can be tucked away with relative ease near your router.

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This device allows you to use storage at home or on the go. Access mobile, desktop and web-based apps and with up to 4TB of files from anywhere you can connect online. This device also plugs directly into your Wi-Fi router for easy storage and file backup. 

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