Designed for multi-platform data consolidation and file sharing, a network Attached Storage (NAS) server appliance is the optimized and affordable alternative to a general-purpose server (GPS) for supplemental storage. A NAS server connects directly to the network and provides automatic support for Windows, Netware, UNIX, Linux and Macintosh to provide ease of installation, fast deployment, maximum compatibility with existing clients and enhanced network performance. Plus, an intuitive Web-browser-based UI provides remote management flexibility and convenience. NAS servers add cost-effective capacity without complexity, making them the ideal solution for simplified and centralized storage, sharing and protection of business-critical data.