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 […]
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 […]
QNAP TBS-h574TX Flash + Thunderbolt4 NAS – ABSOLUTE GAME CHANGER! Update Nov ’23 – The QNAP TBS-574TX is now known as the TBS-h574TX, to indicate that this system supports QuTS Hero, the ZFS software platform Get ready for a thrilling expedition into the world of next-gen network storage. This year at Computex 2023, QNAP has […]
TerraMaster has just announced its latest offering in the data storage sphere, the U8-450. This 8-bay high-speed network storage server stands out with a suite of powerful features designed for high-performance requirements, from 4K image editing and databases to virtualization. At its heart, the U8-450 is powered by an Intel Atom C3558R quad-core processor that […]
Review of the Terramaster T9-450 NAS Drive Remember when desktop 9-Bay NAS systems were not a thing? Yeah. It doesn’t seem to long ago that the paradigm of 2/4/8-Bay tower chassis was the status quo, yet over the last few years we have seen 5-Bay systems launch, 6-Bay systems flourish from all the established NAS […]
Western Digital Share More Information on the Cyber Attack, as do others! Although 45 days have passed since Western Digital was successfully targeted in a cyber attack, the brand has only recently opened up a little further on the nature and impact. Although we covered this in alot of detail back in the middle of […]
Review of the Terramaster T9-450 NAS Drive Remember when desktop 9-Bay NAS systems were not a thing? Yeah. It doesn’t seem to long ago that the paradigm of 2/4/8-Bay tower chassis was the status quo, yet over the last few years we have seen 5-Bay systems launch, 6-Bay systems flourish from all the established NAS […]
Efficient 4K Online Video Editing with the Terramaster T9-450 & T12-450 NAS TerraMaster, a professional brand that focuses on providing innovative storage products for homes and businesses, recently released two models of T9-450 and T12-450 desktop NAS with high-speed dual SFP+ 10Gb ethernet interfaces, which are also TerraMaster another desktop NAS series with 10Gbe Intel […]
MikroTik, a Latvian network equipment manufacturer, has unveiled a new addition to its line of 100 Gigabit switches – the CRS510-8XS-2XQ-IN. The new switch boasts a combination of two 100 Gigabit QSFP28 ports and eight 25 Gigabit SFP28 ports, making it a versatile fit for almost any server room or setup. The CRS510 also supports […]
Synology RS2423+ and RS2423RP+ 10GbE NAS Rackmount Revealed To say that Synology has been active in the first quarter of 2023 would be a fantastic understatement. In just two short months, they have formally and informally revealed a series of hardware solutions, beta software updates and are now beginning the rollout of their SMB/large-scale solutions. […]
Synology has just announced the release of their latest addition to the XS series, the DS1823xs+. This new model features an impressive 8-bay storage server, making it a great option for businesses and individuals who require high-performance data storage and sharing. The DS1823xs+ boasts a whopping 3,100/2,600 MB/s sequential read/write performance, making it ideal for […]
Synology DS1823xs+ 10GbE 8-Bay NAS Revealed Updated 19/02/23 – This article has been improved, with further information on the CPU and architecture of the device since it was published yesterday Ever wondered if Synology would ever release a 10GbE solution that was targeted at photo/video editors? A moderate-sized NAS, maybe 8 bays or so, expandable, […]
New Asustor AS-T10G3 NVMe and 10GbE Combo Card Revealed ASUSTOR, a leading innovator in the network storage industry, has recently leaked information about its upcoming product, the Asustor AS-T10G3 Dual M.2 + 1x 10GbE Card. This powerful device promises to revolutionize the way users store, manage, and access their data, making it an exciting development […]
Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices are an essential part of any home or office network. They provide a central storage location for all your digital files, making it easy to access and share them across multiple devices. However, connecting to a NAS device can be complicated, and choosing the right connectivity option can make all […]
2.5GbE Switches – Get it Right, First Time! 2.5 Gigabit ethernet is becoming increasingly prevalent in 2023, from ISP routers and gaming desktops to USB adapters and PCIe cards at $25, access to 2.5x traditional 1GbE network speeds is widely available. Many devices now come with 2.5G at the same price as 1G, or include […]
What are the signs someone is trying to hack into your home network? There are several signs that someone may be trying to hack into your home network. Some of the most common signs include: Unusual network activity: If you notice an increase in network activity, especially at unusual times, it may be a sign […]
2.5GbE Switches – Get it Right, First Time! 2.5 Gigabit ethernet is becoming increasingly prevalent in 2023, from ISP routers and gaming desktops to USB adapters and PCIe cards at $25, access to 2.5x traditional 1GbE network speeds is widely available. Many devices now come with 2.5G at the same price as 1G, or include […]
Realtek to Showcase Full Range of Communications Networking, Multimedia, and Consumer Electronics Solutions at 2022 CES HSINCHU, Taiwan – January 05, 2022 – Realtek Semiconductor Corporation (Taiwan Stock Exchange: 2379.TW), one of the world’s leading network and multimedia IC providers, will be announcing a full range of communications network, multimedia, and consumer electronics solutions at […]
Synology DS223 released in Taiwan. Update UK 08/02/23 – The Synology DS223 NAS has now been launched, and you can find my written DS223 review HERE and my YouTube video DS223 review HERE! The new Synology DS223 is a powerful and versatile network-attached storage solution that is perfect for both home and business use. With […]
My current thoughts and questions are currently: Purchase the Synology DS1821+ Purchase 2/4 x HAT5300 Series 3.5” SATA HDD and get more when needed How do exactly do I upgrade it to 10GbE support? How do SNV3400/3500 Series M.2 NVMe SSD work? How do I install them? And how do SAT5200 Series 2.5” SATA SSD work? How do […]