I want to add an NAS box to my network so I can separate the file and application servers on my network. I have a few questions to any nas experts out there.
1. HOw is security and access handled? I checked out the Snap series of NAS--their sites says they can work with AD. Does that mean I can use the same logons and user groups to give certain users full access, read access, folder access, etc? Or do I have to create new accounts using the NAS's admin applet?
2. How can I backup NAS boxes? I have Veritas Backupexec on my win2k server. Can I make it backup the NAS also?
3. Can I install an antivirus program on the NAS? Or do I have to map it and scan it on a different computer?
That said, any good recommendations for a NAS? I am looking at the Snap Server 2200, as it fits my storage and cost requirements best.
1. HOw is security and access handled? I checked out the Snap series of NAS--their sites says they can work with AD. Does that mean I can use the same logons and user groups to give certain users full access, read access, folder access, etc? Or do I have to create new accounts using the NAS's admin applet?
2. How can I backup NAS boxes? I have Veritas Backupexec on my win2k server. Can I make it backup the NAS also?
3. Can I install an antivirus program on the NAS? Or do I have to map it and scan it on a different computer?
That said, any good recommendations for a NAS? I am looking at the Snap Server 2200, as it fits my storage and cost requirements best.