Network.structure - Buffalo TeraStation III TS-IXL User Manual

Differences between NAS and iSCSI
iSCSI
A server creates shared folders on the iSCSI drive, and a
computer accesses shared folders on the server.
• Can be used as a local drive from Windows Server and
accessed via the server by client computers.
• All standard Windows features such as Access
Restrictions with Active Directory can be used on iSCSI
drives.
• Database software that requires special formatting can
by used with iSCSI drives..
Consider Network Structure
For best results, use dedicated Gigabit (1000BASE-T)
NICs, cabling, and routers to connect iSCSI drives.
Use of slower network equipment, or sharing a
network with normal Ethernet traffic, will compromise
performance.
TeraStation IS Setup Guide
NAS
Servers and computers directly access shared folders on a NAS.
• Create and use shared folders easily (no extra server needed)
• Access files directly using XFS format.
• Features like backup are built-in to the NAS.
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