The sales reps stated I don't really need the Rack2 because it does the same thing as included software just fancier. True or is it worth the extra?
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I tried Rack2, which came with my scanner, but then I uninstalled it. The bundled Organizer software is pretty straightforward without the hokey Rack2 interface.
1870210
I agree with what other customers have posted, too ... the included software covers the Rack2 function.
1870211
This is true. I thought I can make use of Rack2 better than the ScanSnap software but I was wrong. With Rack2, the documents are filed using a proprietary folders (directory) format so you will have to go to Rack2 to know what is within those folders unlike the standard ScanSnap software. The best scenario will be a Rack2 frontend with ScanSnap backend but, for some reasons, Fujitsu decided not to implement it that way.
1870212
I agree...I have Rack2...but have never used it(never figured out how to use).The included basic software does a great job as is. Greta scanner, great software!
2207814
Depends on your application. The apps that the synology box supports are great. Think email, surveillance, plex, or your own personal cloud accessible from anywhere.
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The Synology interface is simple enough for my dad to use, so yes it's very easy to use/setup. I work in tech and like the Synology boxes because they are simple to use but they expose most of the same functionality that a regular server provides as well. In case you are wondering what I use my Synology NAS boxes for.... one is for important data that I want more redundancy and the big RAID 6 (13 - six terrabyte drives) is for my bluray collection that I rip 1:1 and serve up with Plex.
1799690
absolutely; this comes with racks and everything in a very nice box. go for it.
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You could definitely do that, but for less tech-savvy users this is very good. Additionally, it is power-efficient, the software is very solid, and set-up is easy. I got one because i didn't want to fiddle with FreeNas. The community that supports the DiskStations is massive, too.In essence, this thing is simlpy a NAS, and a very stable one at that. A dedicated PC like what you mentioned could and would be much more that a NAS, and if you were only using it as a NAS you would be wasting a whole lot of power. Go to the synology website and check out the DSM 5.0 demo. The software that they made for this hardware is quite slick. You could definitely do that, but for less tech-savvy users this is very good. Additionally, it is power-efficient, the software is very solid, and set-up is easy. I got one because i didn't want to fiddle with FreeNas. The community that supports the DiskStations is massive, too.In essence, this thing is simlpy a NAS, and a very stable one at that. A dedicated PC like what you mentioned could and would be much more that a NAS, and if you were only using it as a NAS you would be wasting a whole lot of power. Go to the synology website and check out the DSM 5.0 demo. The software... » Read More You could definitely do that, but for less tech-savvy users this is very good. Additionally, it is power-efficient, the software is very solid, and set-up is easy. I got one because i didn't want to fiddle with FreeNas. The community that supports the DiskStations is massive, too.In essence, this thing is simlpy a NAS, and a very stable one at that. A dedicated PC like what you mentioned could and would be much more that a NAS, and if you were only using it as a NAS you would be wasting a whole lot of power. Go to the synology website and check out the DSM 5.0 demo. The software that they made for this hardware is quite slick. « Show Less
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Samsquared said it best you will probably need both, if not on this project another one. I have both and they both work great.
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No problems without a rack. The rack mount ears are not attached when you get the unit, they can be attached if you do have a rack.
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From Fujitsu's website: "the ScanSnap S1500 Deluxe Bundle includes Rack2-Filer V5.0, an ultra-intuitive scanning and file management application for home or small office. Through the use of graphical cabinets and e-Binders, users will experience a familiar yet heightened level of accessibility and convenience to their digital content." There are a few pictures on the site, and I'm sure you can track down more info.
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The reseller kit is more or less the retail version of the drive. What I can not understand is why the reseller kit is much less expensive than the drive with less accessories.
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After buying the I, I would think about the II, but either way it's fine. The difference _appears_ to mainly be how many drives you can connect up. With the I, you can mount one on-board and a second via cable.
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I love this machine. It is suitable for what it is supposed to do. I stopped using the metal racks because it was too much hassle. I leave it on because I never know when I will need it. I empty it and clean it when needed. Just use it and if you want a fancier model, upgrade.
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There are no ADD-ONS required. It uses USB and ESATA interface which plugs directly into your motherboard. I have three of these. I bought one in 2011, 2012, and 2013. My original Probox ( 2011 ) works just as good as the one I bought in 2013. The ones I got in 2011 & 2012, are continuously running 24 hours a day and uses the USB 3.0 interface. The one I bought in 2013 is being turned on and off constantly with no problems or loss of hard drives and it too uses the USB 3.0 interface. I have used a combination of hard drive with various sizes and manufactures. Now I am using mostly WD red label NAS drives All three of my Probox cases have WD 2tb drives. I am using WD red, and green label drives. I am slowly phasing out the green label drives with the red label NAS drives because they are designed for servers. I had two WD black label 7200 rpm drive in the cases but I had to remove them because they were getting to hot. To sum it up the USB interface for me seem to be adequate for running all my drives. I even run all my games from one of the Proboxes without any problems of continuous loading and accessing of the drives. One of my cases has all my movies and is plugged directly into my router as a server and have not had any problems so far. I hope this will help.
1710375
It comes with more hardware options than you will need. Kind of a waste. So, don't worry about it. You won't need to buy any hardware and will wonder what to do with all the extra hardware.
1346728
Yes, but I would recommend a standard rack...mine didn't come with any hardware and I had to improvise a great deal...and I am a network administrator.
1332111
Sorry! I can't help with that...gave it as a gift and owner of rack is on vacation and i can't reach him to ask. Good luck!
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I've had my ScanSnap for a couple weeks now. I decided to go ahead and order w/the Rack2Filer software since it was a pretty cheap add-on. I use it and I do like it. The advantage over nested folders is that you can browse through your documents much easier. For example, I scanned all of my bank statements into one "Binder". To browse through them all if I had stored them in folders would require me opening each one seperately (assuming that I wouldn't have them all in one file) in Acrobat -- much more tedious than simply turning pages in a binder. Once the binders are set up, it's a pretty intuitive way to organize your docs. I've had my ScanSnap for a couple weeks now. I decided to go ahead and order w/the Rack2Filer software since it was a pretty cheap add-on. I use it and I do like it. The advantage over nested folders is that you can browse through your documents much easier. For example, I scanned all of my bank statements into one "Binder". To browse through them all if I had stored them in folders would require me opening each one seperately (assuming that I wouldn't have them all in one file) in Acrobat -- much more tedious than simply turning pages in a binder. Once the binders are set up,... » Read More I've had my ScanSnap for a couple weeks now. I decided to go ahead and order w/the Rack2Filer software since it was a pretty cheap add-on. I use it and I do like it. The advantage over nested folders is that you can browse through your documents much easier. For example, I scanned all of my bank statements into one "Binder". To browse through them all if I had stored them in folders would require me opening each one seperately (assuming that I wouldn't have them all in one file) in Acrobat -- much more tedious than simply turning pages in a binder. Once the binders are set up, it's a pretty intuitive way to organize your docs. « Show Less
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no you do not need to buy 2 or these. I think the "single" means for one rack.