Synology vs UGREEN NAS – Which One Deserves Your Money and Your Data? In the evolving world of network-attached storage (NAS), users in 2025 are faced with a broader range of choices than ever before. Among the most discussed options in both professional and enthusiast communities are Synology and UGREEN. Synology has been a mainstay […]
Is This The Beginning of the End of PLEX – Is It Jellyfin Time? After more than a decade of keeping its Lifetime Plex Pass at $119.99, Plex has officially announced a significant price increase—raising the cost to $249.99 starting April 29, 2025. This announcement, delivered through a press release on March 19, also outlined […]
Zettlab D6 AI NAS Prototype Review – A Glimpse at the Future of Local AI NAS? The Zettlab D6 represents a compelling entry into the increasingly competitive world of AI-integrated network-attached storage. Developed by a relatively new player in the market, Zettlab is attempting to blend traditional NAS functionality with localized artificial intelligence features, positioning […]
Synology is really stupid.
DS923+ is the last prosumer product.
When my 10GbE-enabled DS923+ reaches the end of its life, I'm going to TrueNAS.
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I have looked extensively at the Synology brand drive offerings. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I do NOT see full specs, including idle and active/seek dB
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I am researching for a NAS and with the recent Synology drive controversy, I am leaning toward a Asustor FS6806X after watching your reviews. However I can
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Man I really want this one. I hope there’s additional stock, I asked their support if there would be more available and they could only say they *might*
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Is it possible to change the boot via command? For devices that don't have HDMI, like an Asustor AS6804T. Thanks.
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Chinese e-commerce platform JD.com has started pre-sale of 925+ .And Customer service confirmed that only Synology hard drives and hard drives that pass th
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"If you still have it, it would be interesting to know if it is compatible with 128GB of RAM using the modules: 'CT2K64G56C46S5' and when it will be releas
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Just look at the latest Synology Photos update and you'll find that DS620slim is J series now! That's how they are avoiding locking at least for slim :)
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N100 max ram support is 16GB
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Compatibility with various OS's will be particularly interesting as well as performance of each. How the little screen can be utilised and if there are an
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Because of the hardrive thing (having to be Synology's) I just dropped them for an unraid server. It's unfortunate because I really like Synology, but I wo
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I actually ordered one the day before i saw this review (btw you can buy it directly from gmk, for me that was cheaper than anywhere else)
Anyway im very
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Exactly why you don’t buy Synology. You can build your own and run TrueNas. Much more scalable and your not locked into proprietary hardware. With TrueNa
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Synology gets serious about rebranding products as their own in 2025.
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Hum sorry but I have a concern with this part:
"The brand inadvertently revealed earlier this year that they are working on a 6 x 2.5-inch SATA SSD system
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$$$
Goodbye Synology
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I have purchased and installed two U7 Lite. It's great little beast! I get 930mb/s which is full speed of my WAN over iPhone 15 couple metres from AP and I
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HDD locked-in !
so, old hardware was because "NAS is like an appliance" they just need to work !
but now they do not work, unless you buy your supplie
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> Another notable structural change is the removal of eSATA in favor of USB-C for expansion, following Synology’s trend of modernizing connectivity op
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Synology was on my blacklist since 2018 when they had backdoor to every Nas they sold. Even after updating to allegedly backdoor free firmware I still had
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The Best Travel Routers, SIM/LTE Routers and Gateway Devices I Have Ever Used I think it would be fair to say that in 2025, unless you are travelling within your own country, chances are that you are definitely going to need some kind of internet connection in order to get around when travelling around the […]
Updates on the Minisforum N5 and N5 Pro NAS Minisforum is no stranger to shaking up established markets. Known primarily for its innovative and compact mini PCs, the brand has now turned its attention to network-attached storage (NAS) solutions. Earlier this year at CES 2025, Minisforum unveiled the N5 Pro NAS — a five-bay, AI-optimized […]
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, […]
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 […]
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