Drobo 5N2: Advanced 5-Bay NAS Storage Solution
Designed for businesses and professionals seeking robust data management, the Drobo 5N2 5-Bay NAS Enclosure is a powerful storage solution that supports data sharing, secure backups, remote access, and disaster recovery. With five 3.5″ SATA drive bays, it accommodates SATA III (6 Gb/s) and SATA II (3 Gb/s) drives, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of storage devices.
Key Features:
- Dual Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Two Gigabit Ethernet ports provide link failover and aggregation support for enhanced network reliability and performance.
- Accelerator Bay: Utilizes a separately sold mSATA SSD to cache frequently accessed data, boosting overall system performance.
- Drobo Disaster Recovery: Enables automatic offsite data replication between two 5N2 units for enhanced data protection and availability.
- BeyondRAID Technology: Offers single or dual-drive redundancy, flexible drive configuration, and future expansion capabilities.
- Data Protection: Includes a rechargeable battery to safeguard cached data during power outages.
- Efficient Cooling: Features a 120mm variable-speed fan and supports hard drive spin-down to reduce noise and energy consumption.
- Compatibility: Supports Windows and Mac, including APFS and macOS High Sierra.
The Drobo 5N2 is designed to provide a comprehensive storage solution with advanced features such as dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, an Accelerator Bay for performance enhancement, and robust data protection mechanisms. Its compatibility with both Windows and Mac systems makes it an ideal choice for mixed-environment businesses.
Benefits
With the Drobo 5N2, you can enjoy:
- Enhanced data availability and protection through Drobo Disaster Recovery and BeyondRAID technology.
- Improved system performance thanks to the Accelerator Bay and dual Gigabit Ethernet ports.
- Flexible storage configuration and future expansion capabilities.
- Reduced noise and energy consumption through efficient cooling and power management.
Included in the package are two 6′ Ethernet cables and a 6′ power cord with a universal power supply (100-240 VAC ~ 2A, 50-60 Hz). The Drobo 5N2 is backed by a limited 2-year warranty, ensuring peace of mind for your storage investment.




