Network Attached Storage (NAS) makes apps run faster by taking the burden of data storage off of the network. Kind of like an external hard drive on a PC but on a larger scale. To serve the needs of those in need of NAS, Gateway today announced five new devices featuring Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2003 R2 and a choice of Intel Xeon or AMD Opteron processors. Gateway's new rack mount storage servers provide integration into existing storage configurations, allowing customers to get up and running quickly. The new models are the E-9422R; E-9425R, E-9522R, E-9525R and the E-9520T Storage Servers. NAS servers can act as file servers hosting files or as local print servers. They can be useful for any environment requiring end-users to continually access and share documents that are stored and safeguarded in a central, highly protected environment vs. a personal desktop. The servers are available in compact rack mount and scalable tower designs and include hot swappable high-capacity SATA or SAS hard drives and redundant hot swappable cooling and power options. The new storage servers also come equipped with manageability features, including Web-based management for Windows 2003 Storage Server; Gateway Systems Manager; and Gateway Lights Out (GLO) system management. GLO allows a server to be remotely shut down, restarted and managed regardless of its power condition. An optional low-cost remote control K/V/M with media redirect features enables full remote control of a server. This capability allows customers to set up, manage or add applications from their desktop, notebook or another server through a floppy disk drive or CD. The new storage servers are available now, with prices starting at $2,549.