The Synology DS224+ NAS – Coming Soon! Synology has really been churning out the DiskStation releases this year, with a number of their popular DiskStation NAS devices all seeing a modern refresh to a greater or lesser degree. The Synology DS224+ is the update of the three-year-old DS220+ NAS, arriving in a similar framework as […]
Review of the Nextorage NE5N Gen 5 SSD – An Official Phison Backed SSD? The reveal of so many Gen 5 M.2 NVMe SSDs in the first half of 2023 has been a far cry from the arguably more muted formal introduction of Gen 4 back in 2019, with more than 25 different SSDs being […]
What Is Going On at Plex? 20% Staff Layed Off? What is Happening and Should You Be Worried? When it comes to enjoying your personal multimedia collection that you’ve built over decades, while still benefiting from the slick GUI available from third-party streaming services, there are very few better options out there than Plex media […]
Synology DS223j NAS – Should You Buy (Short Review) Synology has been a part of the network-attached storage industry for around 25 years now, and during that time, they’ve produced an array of solutions. Although all of their solutions support DSM, the extent to which they can use it and the sheer range of features […]
Which is the Best NAS Media Server Tool – Plex, Emby or Jellyfin Although modern Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices can be used for a multitude of purposes, there has always been a large percentage of users who buy a NAS from the likes of Synology, QNAP, Asustor and Terramaster (or go full DiY/Open Source […]
Brand New Synology DS223j Value Series NAS Released Synology has introduced a new entry-level NAS solution into their lineup, the DS223J NAS, following closely on the heels of several recent DiskStation releases. In stark contrast to the relatively sparse range of solutions that Synology launched for home users last year, 2023 has witnessed a significant […]
Seagate Firecuda 540 SSD – Their FIRST Gen5 5×4 SSD Revealed Updated 27/06/23 – The Seagate Firecuda 540 M.2 NVMe SSD Has Now Been Released. Here are the confirmed Specifications: Brand Seagate Firecuda 540 Seagate Firecuda 540 Model # ZP1000GM3A004 ZP2000GM3A004 Capacity 1TB / 1000GB 2TB / 2000GB Price $189 (Check Amazon) $299 (Check Amazon) […]
Drobo’s: Innovating Storage Solutions Through the Decades – WHAT WENT WRONG? Drobo, the pioneering data storage company, has had an interesting and noteworthy journey since its inception in 2005. Known for developing user-friendly, advanced storage solutions that emphasize simplicity and reliability, the company has encountered various highs and lows in the market. Let’s dive into […]
The QNAP TS-855X NAS Drive Review The QNAP TS-855X NAS enters the network-attached storage market promising robust performance and high scalability, targeting businesses and advanced users with substantial data needs. Despite its commendable feature set, the device doesn’t come without its shortcomings. In this detailed review, we’ll navigate through every facet of the TS-855X – […]
Is WDDA and Drive Power on Hours Warnings Impacting QNAP Users? In recent weeks, we have been discussing an on going story surrounding a Western Digital drive health monitoring tool called WDDA (Western Digital Device Analytics). You can find out much more about it in our video here, our original article here or over on […]
Will Upgrading Your Synology NAS to DSM 7.2 Stop You From Using Third-Party Memory? As great as it is that Synology recently released the latest version of its premium NAS software, DSM 7.2, there are always going to be detractors hesitant to upgrade their systems with the latest firmware. Despite the obvious benefits new software […]
UnRAID NAS Software – The Advantages and Disadvantages For those unaware, UnRAID is a popular Network-Attached Storage (NAS) operating system that offers several advantages over other NAS solutions in terms of flexibility, efficiency and price. Whilst most alot of users tend to think about only choosing between turnkey NAS+Software solutions from Synology/QNAP/etc OR going DiY […]
Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro FS6712X NAS Hardware Review The sheer range of solutions available to home and prosumers who want to store their data in their own personal NAS server is genuinely staggering! It’s easy to forget that it wasn’t that long ago that most home users really only had about 3-4 different profiles of […]
WDDA Western Digital Warning- are your NAS drives doomed? Should you replace your drives? In recent months, Synology NAS users have been receiving a warning known as WDDA (Western Digital Device Analytics) on their WD drives after approximately three years of use. This warning message advises users to replace their drives as they have reached […]
Synology BeeDrive Review – Bit Different? Synology has been one of the biggest names in the world of storage for both home and business users for well over 20 years, and although they have been predominantly associated with network-attached storage, they have occasionally dabbled in alternative storage mediums. In just the last 5 to 6 […]
Upgrading from 1GbE to 10GbE – Should You Do It? Whether you are a completely new NAS buyer or someone that has owned their own private server for a number of years, the idea of upgrading your local network from the rather standard gigabit Ethernet up to 10-gigabit Ethernet has always floated around in the […]
Gigabyte Aorus 12000 Gen5 SSD: The Race to Stay Ahead in the SSD Revolution When it comes to blazing the trail for the newest generation of SSDs, Gigabyte has been one of the industry’s foremost pioneers. Their initial launch of the Aorus 10000 Gen5 SSD served as a clarion call to the world, boldly declaring […]
Realtek Unveils Exciting WiFi 7 Innovations at Computex 2023 Realtek, a globally renowned semiconductor manufacturer, showcased a host of innovative solutions in the upcoming WiFi 7 standard at the Computex 2023 event in Taipei. The tech giant’s exciting new range includes WiFi 7 Network Interface Card (NIC) solutions, new router motherboards, and a roadmap for […]
Teamgroup Makes Waves at Computex 2023 with the T-Force Cardea Z5 Gen 5 SSD and INSANE Heatsinks! At the epicenter of Computex 2023 was Teamgroup’s spectacular reveal of their new T-Force Cardea Z5 Gen 5 SSD. The Cardea Z5, making its debut with a live benchmark demonstration at the event, left a strong impression on […]
Computex 2023 Reveals: The ADATA Project Neonstorm and Legend 970 Gen 5 SSDs As the Computex 2023 unfolds in Taipei, Taiwan, ADATA has certainly made an eye-catching impression with the reveal of their unique ADATA XPG Project Neonstorm Prototype Gen 5 SSD. An SSD that not only steps up the game in terms of technical […]