Reviews of the HP MediaSmart Server ex475
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CNET Review
The Good: Small enclosure is easily stashed out-of-sight, straightforward hardware and software setup; powerful server software lets you take complete control of the systems on your network as well as the files on them; easy to add storage as needed; expanded features via coming third-party software.
The Bad: $749 isn't cheap; potentially cumbersome account management with the various other systems on your network.
The Bottom Line: Microsoft's Windows Home Server is the best, easiest-to-use answer to backing up and corralling all of the disparate media files in a networked home. And delivered in this petite, relatively affordable MediaSmart Server ex745 from HP, you get plenty of storage in a well-designed hardware package. We recommend this system all the way to anyone looking to take full control of their data.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 81/100 and users 78/100. Comparing these reviews to 66198 other Desktops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 88/100 = Very Good.
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pocket-lint.com
Review Summary: While the HP MediaSmart doesn't fully complete our futuristic vision, if you're a Windows Vista user with multiple PCs in the home, this will allow you to connect them all together in a shared experience
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laptopmag.com
Review Summary: The HP MediaSmart Server is pricey, but it's a boon for digital media storage and so much more.
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computerbuyer.co.uk
Review Summary: Keep your stuff where you can get at it. Pricey and power-hungry, but the best Home Server so far.
Manufacturer: HP
Part number: GG796AA#ABA
General
- Platform Technology AMD LIVE!
- Type Server
- Product Form Factor Micro tower
- Built-in Devices LED panel
- Width 5.5 in
- Depth 9.8 in
- Height 9.1 in
- Localization English / United States
Processor
- Type AMD Sempron 1.8 GHz
- 64-bit processor Yes
- Installed Qty 1
- Max processors supported 1
RAM
- Installed Size 512 MB
- Technology DDR2 SDRAM
- Form Factor DIMM 240-pin
Storage Controller
- Type 1 x Serial ATA
- Controller interface type Serial ATA-150
Storage Controller (2nd)
- Type None
Storage
- Hard Drive 2 x 500 GB - Removable - Serial ATA-150 - 7200 rpm
- Hard Drive (2nd) None
- Hard Drive (3rd) None
Optical Storage (2nd)
- Type None
Storage Removable
- Type None
Monitor
- Monitor Type None.
Audio Output
- Type Sound card
Telecom
- Modem None
Networking
- Networking Network adapter
- Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Bays Total (Free) 4 ( 3 ) x Front accessible - 3.5" x 1/3H
- Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 0 ) x Processor, Memory - DIMM 240-pin
- Interfaces 4 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ( 1 in front ), 1 x Storage - eSATA, 1 x Network - RJ-45
Printer
- Type None
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included ( 1 pcs.), Network cable ( 1 pcs.)
Power
- Power device type Power supply
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
Operating System / Software
- OS Provided Microsoft Windows Home Server
- Software Drivers & Utilities
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
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User Opinions
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