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Buffalo LinkStation 710 4TB · Exact identity: LS710D0401
1 primary bays · 1.3GHz 6-core processor · 2GB RAM · 1 × 2.5GbE · Storage included; additional drives require separate planning
Catalog amount: $241.99 · historical · Price record: 2026-09-26T15:40:02.569858+00:00. Tax and shipping excluded.
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LinkStation 710 4TB: specifications and dated store comparison →Buffalo LinkStation 710 4TB is a populated 1-bay 2.5GbE appliance for straightforward file sharing. A Japan LS710D0401 user on 1 GbE measured CrystalDiskMark SEQ1M Q8T1 116.80/89.69 MB/s — useful as 1GbE-class sequential, not as 2.5GbE line rate. The single disk still has no internal recovery path; the manual forbids hot-swap and does not provide native Btrfs/ZFS snapshots.
LS710D0401 · 1 bays · 4TB HDDs included · US configuration
This guide covers LS710D0401, the US 4TB package with HDDs included. We compare manufacturer documents and exact merchant listings; ChooseCompute has not tested this NAS. Choose the 4TB package as shared space or a secondary backup destination; its one disk leaves no internal recovery path after drive failure. A Japan LS710D0401 CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 run on 1 GbE reached 116.80/89.69 MB/s SEQ1M Q8T1 — not a 2.5GbE lab result. The LS700 English manual (pp. 54, 66–72, 226) documents USB filesystem limits, backup modes, LVM erase-on-create, and no hot-swap. See the review evidence ↓
One included drive provides the stated raw capacity without an internal mirror; keep a separate backup.[1]
Keep a separate copy and verify restore behavior; RAID alone is insufficient.[1]
Buffalo KB6060 (updated October 13, 2025) lists LS700 as compatible with macOS 26 Time Machine, but LS700 manual 35022143-13 (March 2026), p.80, says Time Machine backups are no longer supported starting with macOS Tahoe 26. The documents conflict; obtain firmware-specific confirmation before relying on this backup workflow.[2][10]
The cited documents do not establish these workloads for this exact appliance.[1]
HFS+ is read-only from the NAS; NTFS/HFS+/exFAT cannot be formatted in Settings; hubs and extra partitions are unsupported.[10]
Follow any specification for its full conditions and sources.
Living with it
Choose the 4TB package as shared space or a secondary backup destination; its one disk leaves no internal recovery path after drive failure. Deletion, malware and a lost enclosure still require a separate backup.[1]
A 2.5GbE switch or compatible client is required to use the faster link. The only original CrystalDiskMark table for LS710D0401 that we read was on 1 GbE (116.80/89.69 MB/s SEQ1M Q8T1). Buffalo Japan's 234.3/188.4 MB/s figure is a different /N SKU and 2.5GbE recipe.[1][8][7]
Buffalo KB6060 (updated October 13, 2025) lists LS700 as compatible with macOS 26 Time Machine, but LS700 manual 35022143-13 (March 2026), p.80, says Time Machine backups are no longer supported starting with macOS Tahoe 26. The documents conflict; obtain firmware-specific confirmation before relying on this backup workflow.[2][10]
The US pages describe file sharing, USB backup and WebAccess. The LS700 manual adds USB filesystem limits, full/incremental/differential/management backup, LVM erase-on-create, and no hot-swap. Management backup is not a native Btrfs/ZFS snapshot. Docker/VM hosting, NVMe expansion and hardware transcoding are still not established.[1][10]
On a Japan LS710D0401 4TB sample, CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 x64 Admin (5 runs, 1 GiB, folder selection, MB/s) on a 1 Gbps home LAN measured SEQ1M Q8T1 116.80/89.69 MB/s read/write. The same chart shows SEQ1M Q1T1 96.67/93.95 and RND4K Q32T1 11.29/35.06 MB/s. That is not 2.5GbE and not Buffalo Japan's LS710D0401/N 234.3/188.4 MB/s recipe (CDM 5.12, Sequential Q=32 T=2, 2 GiB). The blog caption saying Mbps is a unit error; the screenshot unit is MB/s. Do not treat random I/O as proof of hexa-core CPU benefit or long-term reliability. ChooseCompute did not test LS710D0401.[8][7]
Our buying advice combines official specifications with the original reviews below. We have not tested this product ourselves. Expand a review for its setup, measurements and limitations.
Jan 20, 2023
CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 x64 Admin, 5×1 GiB folder test, MB/s: SEQ1M Q8T1 116.80/89.69, SEQ1M Q1T1 96.67/93.95, RND4K Q32T1 11.29/35.06, RND4K Q1T1 5.07/6.52. 1 Gbps LAN, not 2.5GbE. DLNA would not enable with the sleep timer on. Do not treat random I/O as hexa-core proof.
Read the original reviewBUFFALO LS710D0401 LinkStation as DLNA server and PC backup
Tested: Purchased LS710D0401 4TB Japan retail; CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 x64 Admin, 5 runs, 1 GiB, folder selection, MB/s; author 1 Gbps home LAN; NAS 1F / desktop 2F; screenshot CrystalDiskMark_20230107173407.png.
Applies to: Direct first-hand use of LS710D0401, the same MPN as the US 4TB SKU. Japan firmware/apps and 1 GbE LAN. Chart unit is MB/s. Not a 2.5GbE measurement and not the US bundled HDD guarantee.
| Measurement | Result | Conditions & source location |
|---|---|---|
| CDM SEQ1M Q8T1 | 116.80 MB/s read, 89.69 MB/s write | CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 x64 Admin; 5 runs; 1 GiB; folder selection; unit MB/s. Japan-purchased LS710D0401 4TB; author 1 Gbps home LAN; NAS on 1F, desktop on 2F. Not 2.5GbE.Original CrystalDiskMark_20230107173407.png; blog アクセス速度をテストする |
| CDM SEQ1M Q1T1 | 96.67 MB/s read, 93.95 MB/s write | CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 x64 Admin; 5 runs; 1 GiB; folder selection; unit MB/s. Japan-purchased LS710D0401 4TB; author 1 Gbps home LAN; NAS on 1F, desktop on 2F. Not 2.5GbE.Original CrystalDiskMark_20230107173407.png; blog アクセス速度をテストする |
| CDM RND4K Q32T1 | 11.29 MB/s read, 35.06 MB/s write | CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 x64 Admin; 5 runs; 1 GiB; folder selection; unit MB/s. Japan-purchased LS710D0401 4TB; author 1 Gbps home LAN; NAS on 1F, desktop on 2F. Not 2.5GbE.Original CrystalDiskMark_20230107173407.png; blog アクセス速度をテストする |
| CDM RND4K Q1T1 | 5.07 MB/s read, 6.52 MB/s write | CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 x64 Admin; 5 runs; 1 GiB; folder selection; unit MB/s. Japan-purchased LS710D0401 4TB; author 1 Gbps home LAN; NAS on 1F, desktop on 2F. Not 2.5GbE.Original CrystalDiskMark_20230107173407.png; blog アクセス速度をテストする |
Limits to keep in mind
Examples ordered by recorded drive unit price, which may be historical or an editorial reference. Check capacity, vendor compatibility, included storage and price evidence before choosing. These are component checks, not compatibility certifications.
Component total: $396.98 · historical · Oldest price record: 2026-09-26T15:40:02.569858+00:00 · 2TB raw, before redundancy.
Historical price estimate. Calculated from separately purchased components, not a complete-system offer. NAS price record: 2026-09-26T15:40:02.569858+00:00; drive price record: 2026-10-09T01:23:41.974420+00:00. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Recheck component prices, stock, shipping and tax at the stores before purchase; even recent checks do not guarantee live prices.
Component total: $431.98 · historical · Oldest price record: 2026-09-26T15:40:02.569858+00:00 · 4TB raw, before redundancy.
Historical price estimate. Calculated from separately purchased components, not a complete-system offer. NAS price record: 2026-09-26T15:40:02.569858+00:00; drive price record: 2026-10-09T03:58:24.994342+00:00. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Price observed at the store on the shown date. Confirm the current price and availability at the store. Recheck component prices, stock, shipping and tax at the stores before purchase; even recent checks do not guarantee live prices.
Component total: $436.98 · historical · Oldest price record: 2026-09-26T15:40:02.569858+00:00 · 4TB raw, before redundancy.
Historical price estimate. Calculated from separately purchased components, not a complete-system offer. NAS price record: 2026-09-26T15:40:02.569858+00:00; drive price record: 2026-09-27T13:58:17.239646+00:00. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Recheck component prices, stock, shipping and tax at the stores before purchase; even recent checks do not guarantee live prices.
Before you buy
The listed unit includes 4TB raw HDD capacity. For LS710D0401, compare the complete populated package price, plus an independent backup target and any required network upgrade.[1]
The current US warranty table lists two years for this family. Keep the receipt; warranty replacement does not protect or guarantee recovery of your files.[3]
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The single included HDD has 4TB raw capacity; filesystem and system overhead reduce usable space. There is no second internal disk for mirroring.[1]
Buffalo KB6060 (updated October 13, 2025) lists LS700 as compatible with macOS 26 Time Machine, but LS700 manual 35022143-13 (March 2026), p.80, says Time Machine backups are no longer supported starting with macOS Tahoe 26. The documents conflict; obtain firmware-specific confirmation before relying on this backup workflow.[2][10]
The exact current-stock HDD revision is not guaranteed in the reviewed documents. Historical review samples do not establish what a new order contains.[1]
No supported upgrade path or container-host workload was established in the cited US documents. Buy this configuration for its documented file and backup functions.[1]
The current Buffalo Americas warranty table lists 2 years for LinkStation 210/220/710/720. Check US seller eligibility and retain proof of purchase.[3]
No. WebAccess provides another way to reach the same stored files. It does not create a separate copy that survives device loss or data deletion.[1]
Not in the 1 GbE user test we have. CrystalDiskMark 8.0.4 on a Japan LS710D0401 measured SEQ1M Q8T1 116.80/89.69 MB/s on 1 Gbps Ethernet. Buffalo Japan published 234.3/188.4 MB/s on LS710D0401/N with CrystalDiskMark 5.12 Sequential Q=32 T=2 (2 GiB) on a 2.5GbE NIC and switch. Those are different setups. This 4TB unit has no internal RAID.[8][7]
Research updated Sep 11, 2026. Individual source check dates are listed below. Measurements belong to the named reviewers; tested configurations and software versions may differ from the product you buy.
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Specifications tables → 710 column; Downloads firmware 2.04 (2026-04-21) after 1.98; NAS Navigator 3.1.6 (2026-08-07)
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · KB6060 → Model Series Compatibility; article updated 2025-10-13
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · NAS warranty table → LS200/LS700 or SoHo; proof of purchase and region restrictions
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS → LinkStation 710 column: Max 36W; package 8.1 x 2.4 x 5 in; 2.9 lbs
Checked Sep 10, 2026 · Product information → Model Number / Mfr Part Number; selected retail buy box; Sold by Buffalo Americas Inc. Main price requires cart.
Checked Sep 10, 2026 · Product heading / Model; Sold & shipped by; New marketplace offers. Cached delivery dates are not a current offer observation.
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · CrystalDiskMark 5.12 Sequential Q=32 T=2 2GiB: 234.3 MB/s read, 188.4 MB/s write; max power 24W for 2/4TB /N
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · 2023-01-20 LS710D0401 4TB; CrystalDiskMark screenshot; DLNA vs sleep timer
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Title LS710D0401 4TB (1x4TB); $241.99 Sold by Newegg. Stock badge not quoted in extract.
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Printed pp. 54 USB compatibility; 66–72 LVM and backup modes; 226 non-malfunctioning drive replacement. Manual dated March 2026. Other chapters not claimed read.
Checked Sep 26, 2026 · Captured observation; sha256:0df8a0bf049ceabbb4a07772e99f85fe9ad223a9c7317897be06fd80e9c5f424
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