Thanks to everyone that responded. Here are the product details. There isn't much here. I know the software won't work on Linux. However, I'm not sure if I can. I don't need all of the things it does. I just want to be able to share a drive with my laptop (which runs Windows and Linux) and my server (which runs Linux). I want to be able to use the drive to back up my windows items (on one partition of the drive), and my server and laptop to one or more partitions on the drive. Can you mount partitions of the drive to the server (i.e. the ability to have ext2 filesystems on the network drive that are mounted to the server) or do you have to mount the entire drive (in that case the entire drive would be a Windows-type filesystem)? Does anyone see any red flags with this drive (i.e. it won't work with my RH 9 laptop and server)? 80.0GB maximum data capacity Saves up to 8 versions of a file automatically; restores deleted and overwritten files and moves folders to a new PC with one click Access all stored files over the Web from any computer Share large files over the Web without attaching them to e-mails; grant users permission to change files in shared folders Automatically synchronizes all file changes to linked PCs Photos or music on any PC in your home are instantly available on any other PC running Mirra 128-bit SSL encryption, e-mail address/password authentication and privacy password file protection Intelligent, embedded software runs on Linux OS, so you're not susceptible to Windows viruses High-speed 10/100 Ethernet connection; power cord and Ethernet cable included Mirra software CD contains applications for Windows XP and 2000 PCs and Windows 2000 and 2003 servers Product Details Warranty Terms - Parts 1 year Warranty Terms - Labour 90 days Product Height 12.4" Product Width 14.3" Product Weight 10 lbs. Product Length 7.5" System Requirements Intel(r) Pentium(r) III processor or later; Windows 2000 Pro or XP Home or Professional Edition, Windows 2000 or 2003 server 256MB RAM; 25MB hard drive space; high-speed Internet; router or hub (wired or 802.11 Wi-Fi) with wired Ethernet port LAN Connection 10/100 Ethernet _____________________________________________ From: Wartnick, James Sent: Friday, January 14, 2005 8:55 AM To: 'redhat-list@xxxxxxxxxx' Subject: Network Storage Drives Hello, I'm running RH9 and am looking at purchasing a Network Storage Device (a cheap 40GB drive from Best Buy). Would there be any compatibility issues with this (I can't imagine so since it is accessed via the network)? The reason I ask is because the drive specs state that a "Windows" type system is required. I'm thinking it is only because of the software they include (for backing up files, etc.). Secondly, is there a way to mount the device without using NFS (I'm going to partition the drive. Some of the space will be windows fs, others will be ext2)? Thanks in advance for any replies. -Jim -- redhat-list mailing list unsubscribe mailto:redhat-list-request@xxxxxxxxxx?subject=unsubscribe https://www.redhat.com/mailman/listinfo/redhat-list
