Macally is a company that has creates computer peripherals for mostly Apple and some Window based computers. Their product line include mice, key boards, USB memory devices, iPod, and hard drive storage units. Macally has decided that they will not follow all the other manufactures in network storage solutions.  They've gone in a slightly different direction.

Macally’s choice for network storage solutions is Network Direct Access Storage technology (NDAS), which is patented to Ximeta Inc. While most companies are currently using Network Access Storage (NAS) technology, Macally is looking to their version of the future of network file sharing.

The major difference between NDAS and NAS is that the computers on the network are connected directly to the hard drive instead of using an IP (Internet Protocol) address. This direct connection enables Macally to allow their customers to back up their NDAS drive using RAID technology. In addition, NDAS technology has one less layer to go through compared to NAS technology drives.

Features

The Macally PHR-100NDAS unit has the following features:

• High performance NDAS storage devices connect directly to wired or wireless
• Ethernet network switch or router, and share with multiple users at office or home
• Each user controls and uses the storage just like local disk drive
• Centralize network storage for your data, music, photo and movie etc
• Easy installation, no network TCP/IP configuration needed
• Access key control for individualized read and write privilege
• Solid aluminum body for protection and excellent heat dissipation
• Works with both PC and Mac computers*