** The ideal entry level NAS for the digital home** Ultra-quiet, comprehensive cloud storage Exceptional transfer performance Ultra-quiet operation Energy efficient low power consumption Hand screw design for toolless installation Stylish diamond-plate finished cover design ** Supreme performance in a compact package** AS10 series devices are equipped with dual-core processors, Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, & come with ASUSTORs dedicated ADM operating system. They provide read speeds of over 110 MB/s & write speeds of over 96 MB/s, redefining the price to performance ratio of an entry level NAS. ** Hardware encryption engine** Protecting your data is ASUSTORs top priority. The AS10 series devices feature built-in encryption engines, allowing data to be completely protected from the moment it is first stored on the NAS. This means that you never have to worry about your confidential data falling into the wrong hands even if your hard disks become lost or stolen. The built-in hardware encryption engine also features read speeds of over 39 MB/s & write speeds of over 31 MB/s for encrypted data providing an optimal combination of file security & system performance. ** Add modern flair to your favorite space** The AS10 series devices redefine the aesthetics of a NAS. The stylish diamond-plate finished cover makes it an elegant addition to any space, no matter if it is a family room, living room or office. ** Toolless installation** The AS10 series sliding outer cover design allows it to be conveniently removed when needed. The inner hard disk rails & outer cover all use hand screws allowing for the simple installation of hard disks without any extra tools. ** Ultra-quiet operation** The AS10 series devices produce only 19 decibels of noise during system standby, equivalent to the almost inaudible sound of a pin drop. During system operation, only 32 decibels of noise is produced, equi