CWWK N355 DIY NAS Motherboard Review The CWWK N355 DIY NAS motherboard is a Mini-ITX board designed for users looking to build a compact yet powerful NAS system with high storage capacity and expansion potential. Featuring the Intel Twin Lake N355 processor, dual 2.5GbE networking, six SATA ports, and two NVMe slots, it balances performance […]
New Synology NAS for First Half of 2025 Revealed – DS925+, DS1825XS+, DS625Slim, DS1525+ and More After what seems like quite a while for many, we have finally got pretty large confirmation that Synology are refreshing a large number of their Desktop (and a couple of Rackmount systems) devices – as well as launching a […]
Minisforum AI X1 Pro Review The Minisforum AI X1 Pro is a compact high-performance mini PC designed for users who require a balance of processing power, AI capabilities, and expandability. Featuring the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, it integrates 12 cores, 24 threads, and an AI NPU capable of up to 80 TOPS, […]
Heard WD80EDAZ-11CEWB0 is SMR with CMR emulation. Any confirmation ?
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Rackstation 1221+ and Noctua NF-A8 did NOT work for me. It was quiet, but task like indexing files, face recognition etc. led to numerous shutdowns and dis
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I would like to know which recording technology is used on the Seagate One Touch Hub [STLC4000400] hard drive: CMR or SMR?
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Well this has cemented in my mind that Synology is no longer the place for running homeassistant VM and docker, its been very good to have it all in one pl
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I had one for a few days sat next to me at my desk. I got rid for other reasons but can tell you I heard no fan noise at all in that time from 2 feet away.
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Ok. So I bought one of these. The wifi performance was way worse than my virgin media hub 5x (wifi 6) that I hoped to replace. I tried tinkering with the p
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This CPU support ECC, but only softeare ecc, with regular sodimm modułes, but lazy producer not embodied it in uefi.
The fact id this pseudo nas is c
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Is fanspeed control working in TrueNAS? That was the problem I had with my Asustor AS6704T. I understood IPMI tools could be used for this.
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@NASCompares -- Could you comment on how the noise on this unit might compare with the WD Plus line currently -- specifically the 12TB Plus. I'm a bit con
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What do you do if the NIC is not detected?
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I brought one of these as I read the review saying POE+ in the first paragraph. Now getting an error of not enough power for the pro AP, turns out this is
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Wake up. It is 2025.
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when it going to be available
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Help! My SSDs are recognized when mounted on the adapter, but not when mounted directly on the motherboard. Is this normal?
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I've been considering picking up a UNAS Pro and this announcement has pretty much solidified my decision.
I'm looking for something that can handle stor
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The ds620slim lists a J3355 dual core. It's not the same CPU leaked for the 625slim if it's a J4125 quad-core like this article says. Yet you say it's the
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Now I'll stick a stick in an anthill. I noticed that everyone is writing about hardware and no one is mentioning software. From a home user perspective, I
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I cannot understand why they are sticking to outdated CPUs like that, moving up to Alder Lake-N/Twin Lake chips for entry-level models, going up to an 8-co
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A Celeron J4125 chip on a new model in 2025? Synology is serious?
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im wrong, feel free to delete.
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Samsung Unveils 9100 PRO PCIe 5.0 SSD with Up to 14,800 MB/s Speeds and 8TB Capacity IMPORTANT – The Samsung 9100 Pro SSD is Now LIVE and my Review can be found HERE on YouTube or HERE on the Blog. (Original Article Below) Samsung has officially launched its 9100 PRO Series, marking its first full-fledged […]
‘Used Seagate EXOS HDDs Missold as ‘New – Other Drives Implicated Now would be a very good time to check any hard drives you’ve purchased in the last 12 to 24 months! Recent reports from popular German news outlet Heise have raised increased reports of refurbished and modified SMART-reported drives being sold as brand new, […]
Review of the CWWK x86 P6 Mini SSD NAS Review The CWWK x86 P6 Pocket SSD NAS is a compact, all-flash server aimed at home lab enthusiasts and small businesses seeking high-speed storage in a small form factor. It features four M.2 NVMe slots, dual 2.5GbE ports, and support for up to 48GB DDR5 memory, […]
TerraMaster F6-424 Max NAS Review – LET’S GET SERIOUS? Update – The Terramaster F6-424 Max NAS is NOW Available HERE on Amazon for $999 As TerraMaster continues to push the boundaries of affordable yet high-performance NAS devices, the F6-424 Max stands out as a flagship model designed to cater to the needs of power users, […]
How to Install UnRAID on a Terramaster NAS Drive in 15mins Note – Terramaster have changed their policy with regard to installation of 3rd Party OS’ on their systems. This change now means that running UnRAID on your Terramaster NAS will NOT invalidate your 2/3 Year (device dependent) hardware warranty. However they will not support […]
Synology ActiveProtect and the Future of DSM Powered Backup Solutions? The introduction of Synology’s ActiveProtect platform signifies a major pivot in the company’s approach to data protection, targeting enterprise-grade backup requirements with purpose-built solutions. Available on the DP320, DP340, and flagship DP7400 models, ActiveProtect is designed to simplify and centralize backup processes for a wide […]
Minisforum MGA1 Oculink GPU Dock Review The Minisforum MGA1 Oculink GPU Dock is a purpose-built external graphics solution that combines portability with performance. It features an integrated AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT GPU, making it ideal for users who need scalable graphical performance for tasks like gaming, video editing, or 3D rendering. Unlike traditional eGPU […]
The Synology Beestation BST170-8T NAS Coming Soon The range of solutions on offer from Synology, arguably the most popular brand in the world of Network Attached Storage (NAS), is pretty diverse. Though the brand has been rather restrained in recent years in terms of its consumer hardware, they are still one of the most well-regarded […]
New Local AI and LLM Ready UGREEN iDX6011 NAS The NASync iDX6011 and iDX6011 Pro models represent a new era of network-attached storage, combining cutting-edge hardware with integrated Artificial Intelligence capabilities. Leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), these devices enable natural language understanding and intelligent dialogue. Users can interact with the system through conversational queries, asking […]
The Pros and Cons of AI Use in Your NAS In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) have emerged as transformative technologies across various industries. Their ability to process vast amounts of data, automate complex tasks, and provide intuitive user interactions has made them invaluable in applications ranging from customer service […]
The N305 M-ITX NAS Motherboard with 10GbE – Should You Buy It? If you’re considering a custom NAS or server build, the N305 M-ITX NAS Motherboard with 10GbE offers an enticing mix of performance, power efficiency, and networking prowess. Designed with modern demands in mind, it combines Intel’s Alder Lake-N processors with a robust set […]
Six ATX/MATX/EATX Motherboards for Your BYO NAS Build Building your own NAS (Network Attached Storage) offers unparalleled control over your storage solution, but choosing the right motherboard is crucial. While ITX motherboards are commonly used for compact builds, ATX motherboards excel in scalability and performance. This guide explores six top ATX motherboards suitable for DIY […]
Topton MW-N100-NAS ITX DiY NAS Board Review The Topton MW-N100-NAS motherboard is a budget-friendly ITX solution aimed at users seeking a compact and low-power network-attached storage (NAS) setup. Priced at around $139 for the motherboard and CPU alone, or $183.88 with an 8GB DDR5 SODIMM and a 128GB SSD, this board is built around the […]
Black Friday Deals on UniFi Products This Black Friday, UniFi is offering exceptional discounts across its range of networking and security products. Whether you’re looking for high-performance network switches, advanced security cameras, reliable WiFi solutions, or accessories to upgrade your setup, UniFi has you covered. Here’s a breakdown of the products on offer, grouped by […]
New Asustor Flashstor Gen 2 Series Now Released *UPDATE* – The Flashstor Gen 2 is Now Released Flashstor 6 Gen 2 (AS6806X) $999 – HERE Flashstor 12 Pro Gen 2 (FS6812X) $1399 – HERE Find Out More about them here – HERE on YouTube Asustor recently introduced its Flashstor Gen 2 NAS series, which includes […]
UniFi UNAS Pro First Time Setup Guide – Get It Right First Time Setting up the UniFi UNAS Pro NAS is a straightforward process that allows you to quickly integrate it into your network. This guide will walk you through the steps to get the device up and running, from physical connections to configuring advanced […]
Asustor Lockerstor 4 Gen 3 NAS Hardware Review – Worth Your Data? UPDATE – The Lockerstor Gen 3 NAS Series is NOW AVAILABLE in a 4 Bay ($1299) and 6 Bay ($1499) configuration, with an 8-Bay and 10-Bay system coming later in 2024. Of all the brands that I talk about in the world of […]
ROUAFWIT NAS Drive Review – Super Budget? I remember when the pre-built NAS market was a pretty sparse and unpopulated one! Most users really only had the choice of expensive turnkey solutions from the likes of Synology and QNAP, or prebuilt, bulky, and inefficient dusty servers that were either horrifically overpowered, or so fragile that […]
UniFi UNAS Pro Review – A New Challenger Has Entered The Ring! UPDATE – The UniFi UNAS Pro NAS is now available and can be found HERE Clicks fingers and just like that, UniFi entered the network-attached storage space. After persistent rumors circling around network and server forums for the last couple of years, UniFi […]
If Not Synology? Which Other NAS Brand Should You Choose? It’s an odd question, but with Synology arguably making some rather higher business and enterprise decisions in recent years, there have been increasing queries about who would fill the void if they moved onwards and upwards. As Synology holds such a powerful position in the […]
Jonsbo N5 NAS Case Review Ever since we first found out that Jonsbo were launching a new 12-bay storage desktop chassis for NAS use, we’ve been eagerly awaiting the chance to get our hands on the final product and find out whether it can really live up to the prototype unit we saw at Computex […]
UniFi Protect ONVIF Camera Update Testing Last week we found out that UniFi intended to integrate ONVIF support into its Protect surveillance platform. Ubiquiti went ahead and made this UniFi Protect update available, and I managed to spend a decent amount of time playing with my existing range of ONVIF cameras from numerous third-party brands […]
Aoostar WTR Pro NAS Review The Aoostar WTR Pro NAS is a 4-bay hybrid storage system that enters the market with a combination of affordability and power, targeting both enthusiasts and prosumers alike. With configurations featuring either the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U processor or the Intel N100, this NAS offers a substantial amount of power […]
Should You Buy the Jonsbo N5, N4, N3, or N2 for your NAS DiY Build? Building your NAS has certainly become more accessible in recent years, mainly due to the availability of NAS-specific components that take the guesswork out of setting up a private cloud or network server from scratch. However, when it comes to […]
UniFi Protect Adding ONVIF Camera Support Soon BIGGER UPDATE 26/09/24 – We tested several ONVIF cameras in a UniFi Protect NVR Setup. You can read about the results HERE or in the video HERE. BIG UPDATE 16/9/24 – So, ONVIF is confirmed for version 5.0.21 (and later) coming very soon, no camera license needed (!!!!), […]
Terramaster F8 SSD PLUS Flash NAS Review The Terramaster F8 SSD Plus is a compact NAS device designed to address the increasing demand for high-speed, flash-based storage solutions in the prosumer and small business markets. With the recent rise in popularity of flash NAS devices, several brands have entered the market, offering their own versions […]
Synology DSM 7.2.2 Update: A Major Shift in Multimedia Support Synology has released its latest software update, DSM 7.2.2, introducing several new features and enhancements. This update focuses on improving security and providing more options for customization. One of the notable security improvements includes enhanced SAML SSO client authentication, which helps ensure secure internal communications. […]
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