Week 48 Tech Roundup – myQNAPcloud Surveillance, MikroTik Switches, Unraid 7.2.2, Asustor ADM Update, QNAP SAS Expansion Cards

QNAP Launches myQNAPcloud Surveillance Cloud Backup for Camera Footage
QNAP has introduced a new cloud-based surveillance backup system under its myQNAPcloud umbrella. This feature offers a reliable solution for backing up security footage from QNAP NVR and NAS systems directly to the cloud, enabling users to create a multi-tiered surveillance storage structure. The backup system is designed to prevent footage loss due to local hardware failures, ransomware attacks, or natural disasters. Targeted primarily at business and enterprise users, it supports multiple retention policies, encryption, and granular control of which camera streams are backed up. The system integrates tightly with QVR Pro and QVR Elite.
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MikroTik Expands Cloud Smart Switch Lineup for SMB and Edge Use Cases
MikroTik has quietly expanded its switch portfolio with several new models under its Cloud Smart Switch category. These switches focus on high-performance switching with Layer 2+ capabilities and are designed to bridge the gap between enterprise-grade and prosumer networking. Notable models include new SFP+ and copper variants with advanced routing features via RouterOS. Designed for home labs, small businesses, and edge deployments, these switches bring VLAN, QoS, LACP, and loop protection features in compact fanless enclosures.
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Unraid 7.2.2 Released with Dashboard and Subsystem Improvements
Unraid 7.2.2 is now live, bringing notable refinements and fixes. This version continues the polish introduced in 7.2, including stability improvements in Docker and VM subsystems. The update also enhances hardware detection accuracy for newer platforms and provides UI improvements to the web dashboard, particularly for NVMe and temperature sensor readouts. The release fixes edge-case issues with SSD TRIM on certain chipsets and improves compatibility with PCIe bifurcation risers used in DIY NAS setups.
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Asustor ADM 4.3.6.RQ92 Update Brings Security and Compatibility Fixes
Asustor released ADM 4.3.6.RQ92 with a focus on backend security improvements and system stability. The update includes a kernel module patch to enhance protection against known vulnerabilities and strengthens ADM’s handling of SMB protocol sharing. Compatibility with third-party drives has also improved, particularly in RAID environments using mixed brands. This is a maintenance release aimed at preparing ADM for upcoming feature rollouts in ADM 5.x.
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QNAP Debuts QXP-830S-3808 and QXP-1630S-3816 SAS PCIe 4.0 Expansion Cards
QNAP has introduced two high-speed SAS expansion cards, the QXP-830S-3808 and QXP-1630S-3816, for PCIe Gen 4 systems. Designed for enterprise NAS deployments, these cards enable connection to SAS JBOD units and are capable of scaling storage up to 4.6PB. They support 12Gbps SAS connectivity and are built to be compatible with both QTS and QuTS hero platforms. These cards will primarily appeal to users running QNAP rackmount NAS units that require massive capacity without compromising on speed or reliability.
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Synology Issues Critical Security Advisory (SA-25:15)
Synology has released a new security advisory highlighting a high-severity vulnerability in SRM (Synology Router Manager) versions prior to 1.3.1-9346 and VPN Plus Server versions before 1.4.6-0637. The flaw allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via a network interface, classified under CVE-2023-2729. Synology users are urged to update immediately, especially those running internet-facing VPNs or routers.
Source – Synology Security Advisory

ICY DOCK Launches EXPLINK PCIe 4.0 x16 NVMe Adapter
ICY DOCK has introduced the EXPLINK MB308A, a PCIe 4.0 x16 adapter that supports four U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs using miniSAS HD (SFF-8643) cables. Designed for enterprise and high-performance desktop setups, the card offers full-bandwidth PCIe Gen 4 performance and hot-swap capability when paired with backplane enclosures. This adapter is ideal for professionals seeking compact NVMe storage expansion with full-speed throughput.
Source – TechPowerUp

AMD Warns of GPU Price Hike Amid Memory Shortages
According to reports, AMD is preparing for a 10% increase in GPU prices due to tightening global supply of high-performance memory like GDDR6 and HBM. Industry sources cite strong demand in AI and data center sectors as primary reasons for the memory crunch. This move may push up prices across both Radeon consumer GPUs and Instinct compute accelerators. Consumers and system integrators may feel the pinch as the holiday season ramps up.
Source – TechPowerUp

Synology Debuts Deep Search for BeeDrive Portable SSDs
Synology has launched a new AI-driven file discovery tool called Deep Search, specifically designed for use with BeeDrive portable SSDs. The feature uses local AI indexing to help users quickly find files by content and context, bypassing basic filename searches. Deep Search operates directly on the BeeDrive device, preserving privacy while accelerating productivity for photographers, creators, and professionals handling large media libraries.
Source – Synology

QNAP Launches QuTS hero h6.0 Beta – Focus on HA and Multi-Tasking
QNAP has released the beta version of QuTS hero h6.0, its ZFS-based NAS OS. This version introduces major enhancements in dual-controller high-availability (HA) support, metadata snapshot acceleration, and task optimization. New features also include better SSD pool integration, improved UI responsiveness under load, and support for future enterprise-grade flash storage. The beta is open for testing, and users with supported QNAP systems can participate.
Source – QNAP News (Chinese)

StorageMagazine: UK SMBs Struggle with Offsite Backups
A new report from StorageMagazine UK highlights how nearly 40% of small to medium businesses (SMBs) lack offsite backups. The article warns that rising ransomware threats, supply chain risks, and human error are exposing companies to massive data loss. The publication recommends cloud backup integration, encrypted offline backups, and automated snapshot solutions for resilience.
Source – StorageMagazine UK

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