(Released 2+ years ago)
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Specs & Description
Controller Type
Serial ATA x 2
Processor Type
Sempron
Networking Type
10/100/1000 Network Adapter x 1
Processor Manufacturer
AMD
Hewlett Packard MediaSmart EX475 Home Server
Reviews
96
people
recommend this product
Average ratings from 1 site
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For PCs, it has worked flawlessly as an image backup server. For media, it's fantastic to have my movies, music and photos centralized in a reasonably safe place. Additionally, the server is VERY expandable (storage size), which is a distinct advantage over the second gen which does not support eSATA port multiplication (recognizing multiple drives on one port). It also will automatically check your iTunes collection, and add new songs, if you can't be bothered to organize your music manually to the server.
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My HP EX475 MediaSmart Server developed a loud noise after only 15 months. I was suprised to discover that HP DOES NOT OFFER POST WARRANTY SERVICE SUPPORT & DOES NOT PROVIDE PARTS FOR REPAIR.
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First I have to say the Mediasmart Server did not work with my system out of the box. I have two desktop computers, a laptop, a xbox 360 and a Zune all connected to it.
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I think the Home Server does what it does quite well. Easy to use and set-up to do the basics.
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I was very impressed with HP Windows Home Server. It was extremely easy to setup, connect to my other 3 computers (Vista/XP), and schedule regular backups.
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I really like this Home Server. It takes a bit of work getting your accounts synchronized on your PC's so that things like automatic backups work.
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Ordering from Amazon was a breeze. The setup of the HP EX475 was easy, I install a 1 TB for extra storage was easy too. But be very careful what software you have, installation needs Win XP and later, no first installation for 64-bit system; that comes after you install the software in a 32-bit system from the CD.
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I've been using Windows home server software with self-made PC for a year,and looking for a server specialized to WHS.
This product was released when WHS softwere was inroduced, but unfortunately only outside Japan.
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Yow! 400 bucks OVER list price for an HP EX745 seems a bit steep to me. I hope it's either a typo or a bug...
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Was going to upgrade & re-use an older PC and just get the the Windows Home Server software. Glad I deceided to get this HP MediaSmart Server instead.
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Specs
Released
over 2 years ago
Controller Type
Serial ATA x 2
Processor Type
Sempron
Networking Type
10/100/1000 Network Adapter x 1
Processor Manufacturer
AMD
Compatible Operating Systems
Linux
Data Link Protocol
Ethernet
Depth
14.72 in.
Exterior Color
Black
Form Factor
Mini Tower
Hard Drive Capacity
1000 GB
Hard Drive Interface
Serial ATA
Height
9.8 in.
Installed Memory
512 MB (DDR2 SDRAM)
Installed RAM
512 MB
Integrated Input/Output Ports
USB 2.0 x 4
MPN
EX475
Maximum Storage Capacity
1000 GB
Other Features
Hyper Thread Technology Ready
Platform
PC
Processor
Sempron 1.8 GHz
Processor Speed
1.8 GHz
RAM Technology
DDR2 SDRAM
Supported RAM speeds
667 MHz
UPC
883585222643
Warranty
1 Year
Width
15.75 in.
96
people recommend this product
