WD’s 4TB My Cloud EX2 NAS drive can run your Plex server and data backups for $233.50

Amazon is currently offering the WD 4TB My Cloud EX2 Network Attached Storage for $233.41 shipped. Normally going for $300, this 22% discount marks a new all-time low price we’ve tracked. This NAS comes equipped with a dual-core 1.3GHz processor and 1GB of DDR3 RAM to power your Plex media server and data backup with the WD SmartWare Pro software on your PC protecting your data by uploading it to the NAS. You can even generate links to share files stored on your NAS with friends and family with the ability to limit access to other files for security. In total there are two hard drive bays with this NAS but this one comes preconfigured for you so you can start backing up data right away over it’s integrated Ethernet port with two USB 3.0 ports on the back. Head below for more.

If you’re looking for a more portable solution and one that is tailored towards games, you may be interested in the WD_BLACK 5TB P10 Game Drive for $120. This 5TB portable external hard drive is compatible with PC and Mac alongside Xbox and PlayStation so you can have plenty of space for your game collection. Here you can expect transfer speeds upwards of 140MB/s over the 18-inch USB-A to Micro-B cable. The portable form factor means you can easily take your game drive around with you so you can play games at your friend’s house or keep your larger files with you.

Looking for something even more portable than theWD_BLACK drive above? We’re also tracking the Kingston DataTraveler Max 256GB USB-A Flash Drive marked down to $30, matching the lowest price we’ve tracked. The USB-C variant is sitting at just under $38, but for those still regularly using USB-A gear, the latest DataTraveler Max is a notable option. Alongside the ability to move data at up to 1,000MB/s with support for USB 3.2 Gen 2, it sports a sliding cap design and unique ridged casing. Get a more detailed breakdown of the Kingston DataTraveler Max in our feature piece.

WD 4TB My Cloud EX2 NAS features:

Organize your media collection in a single place on this high-performance NAS solution, and access it securely from anywhere. With My Cloud EX2 Ultra, you get ultra-fast transfer speeds for smooth HD streaming. Plus, you’ll be able to automatically sync content across computers, easily share files and folders, and enjoy multiple backup options so you can create your own personalized system with ease.

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