Lian Li
Lian Li EX-20NB SATA Hot Swap External HDD Enclosure
Discover the Lian Li EX-20NB, a robust dual-bay Giga NAS enclosure built for 3.5" SATA HDDs, offering excellent networking integration. This unit is powered by a CORTINA ILCS3516C CPU and features 128MB of DDR RAM. It provides high-speed connectivity via Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000 Mbps) and supports SATA II (3Gbps) and USB 2.0 interfaces. You can manage up to two 3.5" SATA drives, supporting RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD configurations, with each drive supporting up to 2TB. Enjoy server functions like SAMBA, FTP, and DLNA, all managed through a basic web GUI, housed in a durable Plastic (Aluminum) chassis.
$199.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
70
/ 220
#70 in Network Storage Systems
Price vs Category Average
-85%
Below average
CPU
3516300
/ CORTINA ILCSC @ Mhz
Who it's for
- Premium Aluminum Construction
- True Hot-Swap Functionality
- Effective Active Cooling
Who should skip it
- Outdated Connectivity Standards
- Lack of Integrated Hardware RAID
- Premium Price Point
Key Specs
CPU
CORTINA ILCS3516C @ 300Mhz
RAM
128MB DDR
Interface
SATA II (3Gbps) and USB 2.0 (480Mbps)
LAN Speed
10/100/1000 Mbps
Max Drive Capacity
2TB per HDD
Supported RAID Modes
RAID 0, RAID 1, JOOD (JBOD)
Chassis Material
Plastic (Aluminum)
Power Supply
12V 4.16A External
Features
- Dual-bay NAS enclosure for 3.5" SATA drives
- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD modes
- Gigabit LAN connectivity for fast networking
- Hot-swappable drive support for convenience
- Includes basic web GUI for management
- Supports FTP, SAMBA, and DLNA servers
- Functions as a printer server
- Compatible with major modern operating systems
What customers say
This enclosure earns praise primarily for its exceptional build quality and reliable performance. Users consistently highlight the robust aluminum construction, which offers great durability and effective passive cooling. The hot swap feature is smooth, simplifying drive management for professionals. Its sleek, minimalist design aligns perfectly with Lian Li's premium reputation. The main drawback noted is the internal cooling fan, which, while effective, generates distracting noise in quiet settings. Additionally, the high price point slightly impacts the overall value proposition compared to less expensive options. Despite these minor issues, it is viewed as a high quality, dependable storage workhorse for those prioritizing superior construction.
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