The CTERA CloudPlug™ is an elegant solution for the file sharing, data backup and synchronization needs of branch offices, teleworkers and SOHO users.
A small form factor device with a powerful server inside, the CloudPlug converts any external USB/eSATA drive into Network Attached Storage with secure cloud backup, remote access and collaboration services, and allows to share and synchronize files on your local network.
Highlights
Turns any external hard drive into a network attached storage (NAS) device with integrated cloud services
Performs automatic local backup of computers on the network, and secure backup to the cloud
"Bare metal" backup and recovery with CTERA Agent
Microsoft server applications backup and recovery with optional CTERA Server Agent
Easily restores volume snapshots and file revisions
Provides secure access to files from anywhere
Cloud file sharing via user invitations
Full remote management of all functions
Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0 and eSATA ports
Tiny form-factor appliance, low power consumption
Ideal for SOHO users and teleworkers
How It Works
It really is as easy as 1-2-3...
Reviews
“Installation is a breeze... Configuration is easy...It just works. And it is fast. In summary, the CloudPlug is a great little box, and its getting better..” - Aug 2010
“Business owners - You are who this is marketed for and with good reason. This product is for you! It just makes things easy and you have the security of knowing you have the information you want backed up. Go and get this now because it doesn’t get much simpler than this.” - May 2010
“The CloudPlug is one of those devices you simply plug in and let it do its job…it really does pack a lot of capability into a tiny device. Do yourself a favor and back up your critical files right now.” - Apr 2010
“CTERA did a nice job with this product. The user interface was very well done, and the cloud-storage features worked as advertised... For small-office or home use, the CloudPlug has surprisingly fast performance, low power consumption, a tiny footprint and is completely silent.” - Oct 2009
“In summary, the CTERA CloudPlug is a device that lives up to its marketing. It is an easy way to take a USB or eSATA drive and put it on a network with a minimum of hassle. The device is simple to set up and easy to use.” - Oct 2009
CTERA's easy-to-use browser-based user interface (click image to enlarge)
