HP (Hewlett-Packard) MediaSmart EX475 Server

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Product Details of HP (Hewlett-Packard) MediaSmart EX475 Server

Description

Enjoy your digital experiences from anywhere over the the internet. The HP MediaSmart EX475 Server provides a central location to keep all your files for easy access: Centralize and share your files and media across your home network Stream photos, music and videos to PC on your network or to your TV or stereo system Automatically copy iTunes music libraries from family members PC to the server for streaming

Quick Glance

External Interface: eSATA, Ethernet - RJ45, USB - Universal Serial Bus 2.0

Hard Drive Interface: SATA II

Network: Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)

Hard Drive Capacity: 1000000

Summary

Product Title: HP (Hewlett-Packard) MediaSmart EX475 Server

Manufacturer: HP (Hewlett-Packard)

Power Score: 3.8 | 6 Reviews

Storage

Hard Drive Capacity: 1 TB

Number of Drives Included: 2 x 500 GB Serial ATA 7200 rpm

Number of Drives Supported: 4

Interface

Interfaces: eSATA, Ethernet - RJ45, USB - Universal Serial Bus 2.0

HDD Array Interface: SATA II

Features

Installed Main Memory: 512 MB

General Features: Cooling Fan

Included Network Card: Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)

Dimensions

Height: 9.8 in

Width: 5.5 in

Depth: 9.2 in

Weight: 12.7 lbs

Warranty

Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited

More Info

URL: Manufacturer Link

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Reviews on HP (Hewlett-Packard) MediaSmart EX475 Server

  • 4
  By member: geofsoares - Dec 22, 2008

HP EX475 Media Smart Server

Strengths: Compact, Attractive Appearance, Centralized Storage & Backup.

Weakness: Took a while for me to install and learn to use.

All in all, I am very pleased with the EX475. I have built my desktop system around HP with a first class printer/fax/copier/scanner, a HP desktop computer, and now a backup storage device for automated backup of my valuable business and personal data. Would recommend for a user seeking peace of mind with regard to ensuring valuable data is protected.

  • 4
  By member: thehortons - Jul 10, 2008

Not totally reliable as a backup server yet

Strengths: Simple, easy to set up and configure Super small and sweet

Weakness: Blew up my backups for no explained reasoned so it is still a new product

I just finished setting this great new little server up for my home network and things were going great. Installation was a snap and easy and as you install software on each new machine on the network it adds them to the automatic backup routine. That is where it blew up today after working great four days. I had six systems in our household set up over the last few days and as promised the...

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  • 4.2
  productwiki.com - Mar 8, 2009

HP MediaSmart Server EX470/EX475

The HP MediaSmart Server, when connected to your home network, will make automated backups of all of your computers, share files with everyone on your network, and make those same available from any Internet connected computer. It features a small enclosure, with ports, connectivity, and included software optimized to operate as a home network media server. To view media content in your home...

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  • 2.2
  TopTenREVIEWS.com - Jul 16, 2008

Hp Mediasmart Server Ex475

Hp Mediasmart Server Ex475 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 1.75 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #48 economy computer of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a...

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  • 3.0
  Small Net Builder - Nov 12, 2007

HP MediaSmart Server EX470 / EX475: Sexy, but not that Smart

Summary: Server appliance running Windows Home Server aimed at non-networking savvy consumers. <p> <p>Pros: <p>• High performance <p>• Flexible storage expansion <p>• Selective folder backup <p>• Tight integration into Windows <p> <p>Cons: <p>• Tight integration into Windows <p>• No Print server <p>• 10 User limit <p>• No server backup <p>• Limited control of client backup

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  • 4.0
  laptopmag.com - Nov 30, -0001

HP MediaSmart Server EX475

The HP MediaSmart Server is pricey, but it’s a boon for digital media storage and so much more.

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