The new ZimaCube 2 and ZimaCube Pro 2 network storage systems are available for pre-order to meet the needs of users and professionals. This distinguished family comes at a price starting from 799 US dollars to provide an integrated solution that combines a huge storage capacity of up to 164 TB and support for discrete graphics cards, to constitute an excellent option for those looking for a powerful personal device that relies on Alder Lake processors from Intel without the need to pay huge sums to obtain outstanding performance.
The basic version of this advanced system relies on a six-core Intel i3-1215U processor to ensure high response speed. This processor provides performance equivalent to the modern Core Ultra 5 134U processor found in economical laptops when dealing with multi-core tasks, allowing users to rely on this device as a mini-desktop computer to complete smooth daily tasks. This version comes with 8 GB of RAM and a primary storage space of 256 GB of SSD type to operate the system.
The company is offering a more professional option that relies on a deca-core Core i5-1235U processor to deliver 23 percent faster performance in multitasking. The system supports the installation of random memory with a maximum capacity of 64 GB, while six SATA III slots of 3.5 inches and 2.5 inches and four NVMe M.2 slots provide the massive storage space. The device offers amazing expansion capabilities that include a PCIe 4.0 port dedicated to graphics cards and an additional PCIe 3.0 port.
This network system is filled with a wide variety of modern communication ports to efficiently connect all external accessories. The chassis includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports, a USB 3.0 Type-C port, four USB 3.0 Type-A ports, and two 2.5G Ethernet ports, with an additional 10G Ethernet port for the top version and an audio jack. All of these capabilities come within a compact design with dimensions of 240 by 221 by 220 mm. The basic version is available in silver while the top version shines in elegant black.
This advanced lineup represents a smart investment and ideal for technology enthusiasts and home lab owners looking for powerful personal servers. For users with simpler requirements and limited budgets, the technical markets provide economical and practical alternatives, such as the NASSync DH4300 device with four storage slots from UGREEN, which is currently available for direct purchase at a price of US$379, allowing them to save hundreds of dollars while obtaining performance that meets their basic needs seamlessly.
