Beginner’s Guide to Docker: Exploring Containers and NAS Integration

Have you ever wondered what Docker and containers are and how they can revolutionize the way you deploy and manage applications? In this beginner’s guide to Docker, we will take you on a journey into the world of containerization. We will explain the concept of Docker, show you where to find popular container images, and […]

How to Install Plex on a Synology DS223 and DS423 with Container Manager / Docker

Installing Plex Media Server on a Synology NAS in DSM 7.1/7.2: A Step-by-Step Guide Plex Media Server is an excellent tool for managing and streaming your media collections. It can run on numerous platforms, including Synology’s DiskStation Manager (DSM), the operating system for their Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices. In this guide, we’ll explore the […]

How to Install Plex on a Synology DS223 or DS423 with Container Manager / Docker

Installing Plex Media Server on a Synology NAS in DSM 7.1/7.2: A Step-by-Step Guide Plex Media Server is an excellent tool for managing and streaming your media collections. It can run on numerous platforms, including Synology’s DiskStation Manager (DSM), the operating system for their Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices. In this guide, we’ll explore the […]

DS920+ vs DS923+ for virtual machines

DS920+ vs DS923+ for virtual machines

DS920+ vs DS923+. Which one is better for virtual machines? NAS is nothing more than a computer. The real question here is – do you need fewer and fast-performing VMs or slower, but more virtual machines? DS920+ Intel Celeron J4125 4-core 2.0 (base) / 2.7 (burst) GHz 8 GB DDR4 non-ECC 2666 MHz DS923+ AMD […]

Qnap QuCPE-3032 and QuCPE-3034 managed switch with VM/VNF support

Qnap QuCPE-3032 and QuCPE-3034 managed switch with VM/VNF support

Qnap QuCPE-3032 and QuCPE-3034 managed switch with VM/VNF support QuCPE-3032-C3558R-8G CPU Intel® Atom® C3558R 4-core 2.4 GHz processor system memory 8GB DDR4 2400MHz Non-ECC UDIMM (1 x 8GB) maximum memory 128GB (2x64GB) memory slot 2 x 288pin DDR4-2400 slots Total number of built-in and default ports 10 10GbE SFP+ 2 2.5GbE (RJ45) 8 Console Port […]

How many virtual machines can you have on ds1522+

How many virtual machines can you have on ds1522+

I was interested in you recent article about the forth-coming DS1522+ and am considering this as an upgrade from my existing DS918+, however I have a question about the Ryzen CPU and the fact that this only has two cores. What is the impact on only have 2 cores when running Synology VMM? Does this […]

can I connect two monitors through a VM using gpu passthrough

can I connect two monitors through a VM using gpu passthrough

I would like to run a vm with a dual monitor setup. I know the 1688x only has one hdmi output, so alone I don’t think it can work. But if I install a graphics card can I connect two monitors through a VM using gpu passthrough? We have not tried this. But it might […]

Can i connect mouse, keyboard and HDMI monitor to Virtual machine on Qnap NAS

Can i connect mouse, keyboard and HDMI monitor to Virtual machine on Qnap NAS

Can i connect mouse, keyboard and HDMI monitor to Virtual machine on Qnap NAS Yes, you can link your virtual machine to Qnap HD Station portal. This way you can control NAS apps or VM itself using connected peripherals. You can also use a NAS as NVR surveillance station using QVR Pro app and connected […]

Install Zappiti on Synology DSM7 via docker

Install Zappiti on Synology DSM7 via docker

Install Zappiti on Synology DSM7 via docker You will need Celeron based models such as ds220+/ DS218+ etc to run a docker. Step 1 – Shutdown and Uninstall Zappiti Server Open the Package Center. ● Go to Installed section. ● Select the package Zappiti Server. ● Click on Action. ● Select Uninstall.   Step 2 – […]

Home Assistant Virtual Machine in Synology

Home Assistant Virtual Machine in Synology

Home Assistant Virtual Machine in Synology Thanks for your response. Very much appreciated and all the advice to date has been fantastic and really helped me on my NAS journey! By way of an update. My DS1621xs+ with 3x4Tb SSDs and 10Gb SFP+ is awesome, lightning fast:) I upgraded to the DSM v7 as it […]

Is my NAS supporting Windows 11 virtual machine?

Is my NAS supporting Windows 11 virtual machine?

Is it possible to run WindowS 11 as a virtual machine on a ds1621+ the reason I ask is that I see windows 11 check for a tpm chip. Before you choose a NAS, you need to make sure its CPU support VMs. In Synology range, those will be all plus series and XS series […]