Nas Buffalo Linkstation Driver
[Answer ID: 12765]
LinkStation 220 runs on Buffalo's LinkStation NAS System, providing a host of useful features from network file sharing and security to RAID management (on multi-drive units), remote access and more. Included on all Buffalo LinkStation devices, LinkStation NAS System simplifies your everyday data needs. Buffalo works with major audio device manufacturers to ensure compatibility between the LinkStation and network-capable AV receivers, network players and streamers. Buffalo’s LinkStation DSD playback uses both DSD-owned and DSD-over-PCM devices for Universal Plug-n-Play.
Status LED |
There are 5 LEDs on the LinkStation: 'Power', 'Function', 'Info/Error', 'Link/Act'and 'AC adaptor'.
Power LED |
Status | Descriptions |
Glowing Blue | The LinkStation is powered on. |
Blinking Blue | The LinkStation is starting up or shutting down. |
LED is OFF | The LinkStation is off. |
Function LED |
Status | Descriptions |
Glowing Blue | DirectCopy is ready (lights for 1 minute). USB device is dismounted (lights for 5 seconds). Initialization is in progress. |
Blinking Blue | DirectCopy is in use.
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Info/Error LED |
The Info/Error LED blinks orange when there is a message. The message is coded by the pattern of blinking.
Note:The messages are also available (uncoded) in NAS Navigator2.
Place | Status | Display example |
10s place | The LED illuminates for 1.0 seconds every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the information code. | I23 |
1s place | The LED illuminates for 0.5 seconds every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the ones place of the information code. |
Information code | Descriptions |
I10 | System temperature may have exceeded the maximum safe value. Move the LinkStation to a cooler location. Do not place objects in the area around the LinkStation. |
I11 | The bad sectors in the hard drive may have reached a dangerous level. Replace the hard drive. |
I12 | Operating in degraded mode. |
I13 | Formatting the RAID array. |
I14 | Checking the RAID array. |
I15 | Examining the error statu of the RAID array. Transfer speeds are slower during the examination process. |
I16 | Creating the RAID array. |
I17 | Resyncing the RAID array. Transfer speeds are slower during the resyncing process. |
I18 | Rebuilding the RAID array. Transfer speeds are slower during the rebuilding process. |
I19 | Writing 0s to the RAID array, erasing all data. |
I20 | Checking the hard drive. |
I21 | Checking the hard drive. |
I22 | Erasing the data of the hard drive. |
I25 | Updating the LinkStation firmware. Do not turn off the power during the updating process. |
I26 | Initializing all settings in the Web Admin interface. |
I27 | Checking a USB hard drive. |
I28 | Formatting a USB hard drive. |
I32 | The RAID should be rebuit or a drive should be formatted.Normally this is displayed after a hard drive has been replaced. Rebuild the RAID array or format the hard drive in the Web Admin interface. |
I46 | Data migration or conversion (RAID migration) is in progress. Do not turn off the LinkStation power. |
I47 | Data migration or conversion (RAID migration) is in progress. Do not turn off the LinkStation power. |
Info/Error LED glowing amber
When the new firmware is avalable, the Info/Error LED will glow amber. Update the firmware. (It shows as 'I52' on NAS Navigator2.)
Error LED |
The Info/Error LED blinks red to indicated an error. The error may be identified by the pattern of blinking.
Place | Status | Display example |
10s place | The LED illuminates for 1.0 seconds every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the tens place of the error code. | E22 |
1s place | The LED illuminates for 0.5 seconds every 0.3 seconds. The number of flashes is the ones place of the error code. |
Error code | Descriptions |
E04 | The firmware is corrupted. Concact technical support for assistance. |
E10 | The LinkStation is running on the UPS battery due to a power outage. The system will no be shut down safely. Check that power is being supplied to the UPS, and if there are no prblems, turn on the LinkStation. |
E11 | An error occurred in the fan speed. Check that no foreign objects or dust are clogging the fan. If any foreign objects or dust are found, use a pair of tweezers, air duster, or other tool to remove them. If the error is displayed again, contact techincal support for assistance. |
E12 | System temperature has exceeded the maximum safe value. Do not place objects in the area around the LinkStation. Also, move the LinkStation to a cooler location. |
E13 | An error occurred in the RAID array. It will run in degraded mode until the error is corrected. Replace the failed drive indicated by the red LED as soon as possible. After replacement, rebuild the RAID array after starting the LinkStation. |
E14 | The RAID array cannot be mounted. Run the RAID array disk check in the LinkStation's Web Admin interface. |
E15 | The bad sectors in the hard drive have reached a dangerous level. Replace the hard drive indicated by the red LED. |
E16 | Unable to find the hard drive. The drive may be disconnected or may have failed. After shutting down, reinstall the hard drive. |
E22 | Mounting of hard drive failed. |
E23 | An error occurred, so the hard drive was removed from the RAID array. Replace the hard drive indicated by the red LED. |
E30 | The hard drive may be damaged. Replace the hard drive indicated by the red LED. |
Link/Act LED |
Status | Descriptions |
Glowing green | Linking. |
Blinking green | Accessing. |
AC adapter LED |

Status | Descriptions |
Green | Power is connected. |
Off | Power is not connected. |
Details
LinkStation 220 provides fast shared storage and backup for all PC and Mac® computers, tablets and smartphones on your home network with RAID data protection. Simply connect it to your wireless router for access anywhere in your home or on-the-go. Enjoy your movies, music, photos and more.
- Consolidate storage and back up your PC and Mac computers
- Set up automatic data protection with RAID 1 mirroring
- Create a free personal cloud for access to your files anytime, anywhere over the internet
- Access files from your tablet and smartphone devices
- Intuitive user interface and easy-to-use setup wizard
- DLNA Certified™, iTunes® and PS3™ media server functionality
- Built-in BitTorrent client for simplified file downloading and management
- USB port for backup or printer sharing
- LinkStation™ NAS System
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Overview
Buffalo's LinkStation 220 is an affordable and intuitive 2-drive network storage device that comes equipped with a whole host of features, perfect for storing, sharing, serving and protecting your most important data. Back up multiple PCs and Mac computers simultaneously and enjoy uninterrupted access to terabytes of storage on your network and even over the Internet while away from home.
SHARED CENTRAL STORAGE
With terabytes of storage, LinkStation 220 provides a reliable, central location to store and protect all data from every PC and Mac computer, tablet and smartphone in your home or small office. Store, access and share files from anywhere over your wireless network at speeds up to twice as fast as a standard USB hard drive.
AUTOMATIC DATA PROTECTION
LinkStation 220 features two hard drives and support for RAID 0/1 for maximum capacity or redundant data protection.
RAID 0 combines all drives into a single array offering maximum capacity with no redundancy
RAID 1 mirrors the two drives, creating an exact copy of data for fault tolerance
FREE PERSONAL CLOUD SERVICE
While on the go, Buffalo's free WebAccess service allows you to create a personal cloud for easy remote access and file sharing with anyone, anywhere over the Internet. Your data remains securely stored in one place on your home or small office network, but you can access it quickly from any computer, tablet or smartphone device over the Web.
For enhanced access on your iPhone®, iPod® touch, iPad and Android™ devices, download Buffalo's free WebAccess mobile apps.
WebAccess i for iPhone® and iPod® touch
WebAccess i HD for iPad®
WebAccess A for Android™
EASY SCHEDULED BACKUP FOR PC AND MAC
LinkStation 220 features five licenses of NovaBACKUP® Workstation - Buffalo Edition and Time Machine® support for multiple Mac computers for whole home data backup and protection. Disaster and hard drive failures happen unexpectedly; don't leave your important files and treasured memories in the hands of chance. Set up regular backups for every computer in your house and easily protect all of your data, down to the very last byte.
Nas Buffalo Linkstation Drivers
STREAM YOUR FAVORITE MEDIA
LinkStation 220 is DLNA Certified and it can be used as an iTunes server to stream all of your favorite music, movies and shows to multiple devices simultaneously. Now you can relax and watch movies on your big screen TV while music is pumped outdoors by the pool. Centralize your media files for simple sharing and streaming.
LINKSTATION NAS SYSTEM
LinkStation 220 runs on Buffalo's LinkStation NAS System, providing a host of useful features from network file sharing and security to RAID management (on multi-drive units), remote access and more. Included on all Buffalo LinkStation devices, LinkStation NAS System simplifies your everyday data needs.
USB EXPANSION
The LinkStation 220 comes equipped with a USB port, allowing users to increase storage capacity or backup to another device for an extra level of data protection.

Specifications
Number of Drives | 2 |
Drive Interface | SATA 3 Gbps |
Hard Drive Sizes | 0 TB (Diskless), 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB |
Supported RAID | 0/1/JBOD (Individual Disks) |
Protocol Support
Networking | TCP/IP |
File Sharing | CIFS/SMB, AFP, HTTP/HTTPS, FTP/FTPS |
Management | HTTP/HTTPS |
Standards Compliance | (10BASE-T)IEEE802.3, (100BASE-TX)IEEE802.3u, (1000BASE-T)IEEE802.3ab |
Data Transfer Rates | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
Connector Type | RJ-45 |
Number of Ports | 1 |
USB Interface
Standards Compliance | USB 2.0 |
Data Transfer Rates | 480 Mbps* (USB 2.0) |
Connector Type | A type |
Number of Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 |
*480 Mbps is the maximum transfer rate derived from the specifications of the Universal Serial Bus 2.0. Actual transfer rate will vary depending upon environmental factors. Data rate, features and performance may vary based on the configuration of your system and other factors.
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 8.07 x 3.42 x 5.02 in |
Weight | 5.5 lbs |
Power Consumption | Max 48W |
Power Supply | External AC 100-240V Universal, 50/60Hz |
Client OS Support | Windows® 10 Windows® 8 (32-bit/64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (32-bit/64-bit) Windows® 7 (32-bit/64-bit) Windows Vista® (32-bit/64-bit) Windows® XP Windows® 2000 Windows Server® 2012 Windows Server® 2008 Windows Server® 2003 Windows® 2000 Server Mac OS® X up to 10.10* |
*Some included optional utilities are not supported. The HDD default format is NTFS; to work with Mac, reformat the HDD using Mac Disk Utility.
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