HP EX475 1TB MediaSmart Server

★★★★☆
3.8

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★★★★☆
4.1

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Pros

  • Quiet (2)
  • Adds many possibilities (1)
  • Confusing / difficult controls (1)
  • Easy setup (1)
  • Easy to add harddrive (1)
  • Interfaces well with tv (1)
  • Reliable (1)
  • Small box (1)
  • Versatile (1)
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Cons

  • 500 meg ram not adequate (1)
  • Hard to install (1)

Best Uses

  • Back-up (1)
  • File and backup server (1)
  • Large projects (1)
  • Multimedia (1)
  • Photo video collection (1)
 
 
 

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This home server is based on Microsoft's Windows Home Server operating system and supports 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet and both wired and wireless networking (requires wireless router). AMD Live! 64-bit processing power supplies fast file access and timely backups. The sleek micro-tower is quiet and designed to complement the décor of your home office or living room.

Web sharing, backups, and more

  • Create a photo Web site on your server with HP Photo Webshare, then share photos and video clips with only people you designate
  • Invite people to your photo site: set up a personal Web address; visitors can download full-resolution photos or upload their own pics and video clips
  • Automatically back up desktop PCs and laptops running Windows XP or later
  • Add extra protection: designate folders that will be automatically duplicated on multiple hard drives
  • Expand your storage via two internal hard-drive bays, four USB 2.0 ports, and one eSATA port
  • Get peace of mind with the one-year limited warranty
  • Compatibility: Windows XP or more recent Microsoft operating system
  • Specification Description
    Model EX475, GG796AA
    UPC 883585222643
    Computer Compatibility PC and Macintosh
    Connection External
    Depth (Inches) 14.72
    Drive Capacity 1000GB 1TB
    Hard Disk Drive (2) 500GB
    Height (Inches) 9.8
    Port Compatibility USB / Ethernet RJ45
    RJ45 Ethernet (1) Rear In/Out
    Type of Drive Hard Drive / Ethernet Network Drive
    USB Port (4) USB 2.0 High Speed
    Width (Inches) 15.75

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    Last update: Nov 18, 2008

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    HP EX475 1TB MediaSmart Server Review

    HP MediaSmart server is Wonderful

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Easy to add harddrive
    • Easy To Setup
    • Interfaces Well With TV
    • Intuitive Controls
    • Small box

      Cons

    • 500 Meg RAM not adequate

      Best Uses

    • Photo video collection
     

    "Setup was very simple and by first night backing up both our computers to the server. We then moved all our media files direct to the server - no easy task given so many files spread out on so many computers and external backup harddrives. We upgraded the memory in the server to 2 Gigs ($105 at loca …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Nov 18 2008
    Doug
    Reno, NV
    I am:
    • Audiophile
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    [4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

    HP EX475 1TB MediaSmart Server Review

    Valuable Product

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

    "This is a terrific product! Without having to spend the extra money on a static IP, I am able to access all the files on the Server from any Internet connection. I can also upload important files from any computer anywhere so I don't have to worry about which computer (home/office) has the file I ne …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Mar 22 2008
    HappyDC
    Chevy Chase, MD
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    HP EX475 1TB MediaSmart Server Review

    Love it

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Quiet
    • Reliable
    • Versatile

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Backup
    • Large Projects
    • Multimedia
     

    "I had a little difficulty with set up on my network but would blame my router for that. Otherwise, I cant stop telling people about how happy I am with my new home server. It does everything its supposed to do very well, and it does a lot. There is also a good community out there for other home serv …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Oct 3 2008
    eban
    NY
    I am:
    • Multimedia Professional
    • Tech Savvy
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    HP EX475 1TB MediaSmart Server Review

    Extremely useful device

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Adds many possibilities
    • Quiet

      Cons

    • Difficult To Install

      Best Uses

    • File and backup server
     

    "I've had this thing for a few weeks now and I love it. The basic setup is easy, but setting up internet access to the server and your home machines is much more involved. Especially, if you have a non-standard router/gateway. Then come other adventures like setting up Skype service. That's why only …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Aug 29 2008
    Sale
    Pullman, WA
    I am:
    • Heavy Duty User
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    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

    HP EX475 1TB MediaSmart Server Review

    Great Addition

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

    "I have had this for 9 months now and it has run great the whole time. NO problems. I share media to other PC in the house and also share media with my playstation 3. All my videos, Pictures and music all play on my playstation. There is a little hang up when trying to fast foward or rewind. But all …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Aug 10 2008
    sailman
    Boston
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