Western Digital 8TB My Cloud EX2 Ultra Network Attached Storage - NAS - Western DigitalBVBZ0080JCH-NESN

Very easy to set up. I love the dual redundant drives and the peace of mind it gives in knowing that my cloud server is always fully backed up. I did have an issue with being able to access the server via Finder on my MacBook. It turned out that there was a bug in the firmware version that was installed during the set up. I found this out by posting questions on the WD community boards. WD does provide excellent support on their web site and members of the community are very responsive and helpful. I was able to resolve my issue in a matter of hours and after following the advice given on the community board everything worked perfectly. I highly recommend this cloud server for anyone interested in setting up a personal cloud. It is awesome to have access to all of my music, video and photo collections from anywhere in the world I have access to the internet. There are many choices for personal cloud servers out there these days. I chose WD because it got the best reviews from tech sites like CNET. In addition, I found it to be the best value in terms of TB per dollar. $599 for a 12TB NAS is a very good deal, in my opinion. 12TB may be overkill for some but in my case it gives me good room to grow. WD also has a very good reputation for the quality of their hard drives, as well as for customer support. Choosing a NAS with the drives installed and RAID 1 pre-configured is a no brainer. If you are computer savvy you can purchase the box and install your own drives and set up your own RAID configuration. But for this price why go to the trouble of doing that just to save a few bucks? The EX2 Ultra is a great cloud server that even a novice will find easy to set up.

We have photos everywhere and my wife isn't great at organizing or sharing them, but they can't be replaced. That was my reason for the purchase. Then I read this can operate as a Plex server. I hadn't heard of it but did some reading and wow!. All our movies that I ripped so that I can watch them when I travel, I can host them on this device. It's so much cooler than that because the Plex server recognizes the movie and adds the cover art, write-up, and ratings. It's like my server is our own HBO on demand. Oh yeah, the personal cloud works great easy to set up. I love that it comes with two WD Red drives. Solid investment.

Works great in terms of backing up and holding my information however, I am a couple years in now and it will every once in a while have a hard time doing the back up. It wants me to erase back up. It’s not dealing with Time Machine the way I would like it too. That’s why I removed one star because the functionality is not nearly as easy breezy as I would’ve liked it to be. But a good price for a good product and a solid back up.

I recently invested in the WD 12TB My Cloud EX2 Ultra Network Attached Storage, and I must say, it has been a game-changer for my personal and professional data storage needs. This powerful, high-capacity NAS device offers an exceptional combination of performance, reliability, and ease of use, making it an invaluable addition to my home network. One of the standout features of the WD My Cloud EX2 Ultra is its impressive 12TB storage capacity. This ample space has allowed me to securely store all of my important files, media, and backups in one central location, providing both peace of mind and easy access to my data whenever I need it. The performance of the My Cloud EX2 Ultra is also top-notch, with its high-speed processor and ample memory ensuring smooth, efficient operation. File transfers are quick and seamless, and I've experienced no lag or slowdowns when accessing my data, even when multiple users are connected to the device. Setting up the WD My Cloud EX2 Ultra was a breeze, thanks to its user-friendly interface and step-by-step instructions. The device easily integrated into my existing network, and the intuitive dashboard made it simple to configure settings, manage users, and monitor the health of my NAS. Another feature I appreciate is the device's remote access capabilities. With the My Cloud mobile app, I can access my files from anywhere, using my smartphone or tablet. This has proven incredibly convenient for both work and personal use, allowing me to stay connected to my data even when I'm on the go.

Compré este NAS para una red pequeña y lo pude configurar sin problema para lo que lo necesito. Adquirí la versión de 8TB y lo dejé como RAID 1. Aunque en varios blogs en internet leí que no se podía montar como unidad de red, lo pude hacer tanto en MAC como en Windows, en diversos equipos y con distintos usuarios, en red local y remota (claro, con una IP pública y sus debidos ajustes de dominios, puertos y seguridad de firewall para WAN). Hasta hoy estoy muy satisfecho con este NAS y he usado desde Synology hasta NetApp, claro ese último en redes grandes.

La verdad funciona muy bien, pero si podría ser accesible en casa con cable a la compu, sin tener que ser todo wifi, ya que dependes de tu red. Por suerte si estas conectado con la compu por cable de red al router ahí se soluciona más la velocidad. Si se calienta un poco si trabaja de más y hace calor en la habitación

Really like the fact that I can access my files where ever I'm at. Gave it a test run when I was on holidays in another province, and decided to check it out - worked perfectly. Very easy/simple to set up. It's not big and bulky, it's footprint is quite small. Great way to back up important docs and pictures.

Delivered but missing power cable and whilst box also says ethernet cable is also supplied it was not.

WD boa ! Porém, não possui botão de liga/desliga !