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Silver 1U rackmount chassis with four front drive bays and status LEDs

Buffalo Technology

Buffalo Technology TS3430RN0804 4-Bay Rackmount NAS 8TB AL-524 2GB DDR4

SKU CH-BN00-S6D8B MPN TS3430RN0804

A four-bay rackmount NAS with 8 TB of included storage, a quad-core AL-524 processor, 2 GB DDR4 memory, 2.5 GbE and 1 GbE ports, plus USB 3.0 and 2.0 connections

  • CPUAnnapurna Labs Alpine Processor AL-524 2.0 GHz Quad-core
  • Form factor4-Bay
  • Port count1 × 1GbE
  • Power draw33.88 W
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab
  • LAN ports1 × 2.5GbE + 1 × 1GbE

Included HDD Capacity 8TB (4 x 2TB)

Model Fully Populated

  • Quad-core AL-524 processor handles demanding workloads
  • 8TB pre-installed across four 2TB drives ready to use
  • Flexible RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and JBOD protects data
  • 5GbE plus 1GbE ports accelerate network transfers
  • Two USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0 ports expand connectivity

Target users and purpose

The Buffalo TeraStation 3030 is a 4-bay rackmount NAS shipped with 8 TB of storage across four 2 TB drives. It suits small offices or workgroups that need centralised file sharing, backup targets or lightweight virtualisation on a modest budget.

Sustained-load behaviour

The quad-core AL-524 processor and 2 GB DDR4 memory maintain steady throughput during prolonged RAID 5 or RAID 6 rebuilds and multi-user file transfers. Dual Ethernet ports (2.5 GbE and 1 GbE) prevent a single saturated link from choking long-running backup jobs. Power draw stays at 33.88 W under continuous operation.

Installation and common pitfalls

The unit fits a standard 1U rack space and includes a rail kit for quick mounting. Drives slide into hot-swap trays without tools. The 2 GB memory is not user-expandable, so memory-heavy applications such as large-scale deduplication will hit a hard ceiling. Only Buffalo OP-HD2.0N drives are officially validated; third-party disks may work but are unsupported.

How it compares

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Price $897.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBUFFALO
Product lineTeraStation 3030
Model nameTS3430RN0804
Part numberTS3430RN0804
Product typeRackmount NAS
Recommended useHigh read/write performance with RAID
Processor
CPUAnnapurna Labs Alpine Processor AL-524 2.0 GHz Quad-core
Memory
Installed RAM2 GB DDR4
Storage
Drive interface4 x SATA (4 x Bay)
Drives included8 TB (4 × 2 TB)
Supported RAID modes0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and JBOD
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab
Protocol supportTCP/IP
Ports & slots
Port count1 × 1GbE
LAN ports1 × 2.5GbE + 1 × 1GbE
USB ports2 x USB3.0 + 1 x USB2.0
Power
Power draw33.88 W
Power details100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz
Size & build
Form factor4-Bay
Product dimensions16.9 × 16.9 × 1.7 in
Product weight17.0 lb (7.71 kg)
Shipping weight12.38 kg
Package size584 × 536 × 201 mm
Compatibility
Compatible drivesOP-HD2.0N
In the box
In the boxTeraStation, Railkit, Quick Setup Guide, AC Cable, and Warranty Statement
Environment & compliance
Temperature range0 °C - 40 °C
Humidity range10-80% Non-condensing
More details
Indicator lightsPower, HDD (Hard Disk Drive), LAN (10/100)

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Questions about this item

How much power does the TS3430RN0804 draw when running continuously?

The unit consumes 33.88W under typical operation, supplied by a 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz internal power supply.

What network infrastructure is needed to use the 2.5GbE port on this NAS?

A switch or router with a 2.5GbE RJ-45 port and Cat5e or better cabling is required to reach that speed; the second RJ-45 port runs at 1GbE.

Will my existing SATA drives work in the four bays alongside the installed 2TB drives?

Yes, the four SATA bays accept additional SATA drives; the specifications list OP-HD2.0N as the compatible drive designation.

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