Building your own NAS offers performance, flexibility, and long term reliability at a fraction of the cost of commercial systems. But choosing the right motherboard, CPU, networking, and storage layout is where most builders get stuck. This guide pulls together detailed research from server boards used in TrueNAS, Unraid, OMV and Proxmox environments, including practical […]
Last Updated: January 2026 | Reading Time: 15 minutes Building a DIY NAS (Network Attached Storage) server can save thousands compared to pre-built solutions like Synology or QNAP, while offering superior performance and customization. However, choosing the right motherboard for a NAS build is fundamentally different from building a gaming PC. This comprehensive guide covers […]
USB4 to 2x 10GbE Adapter – Genius, or Too Little Too Late? (QNA-UC10G2T Review) The QNAP QNA-UC10G2T is a USB 4 to dual 10GbE adapter built for systems that lack native high-speed network expansion and need dependable multi-gig connectivity through a single Type C port. It provides 2 x 10GBASE-T copper ports, supports multi-speed operation […]
Why are NAS Systems not 10GbE as Standard Right Now? It is 2025, yet the majority of NAS systems on the market continue to ship with 1GbE or, at best, 2.5GbE networking, leaving many users questioning why 10GbE has not become a standard feature. Over the past decade, the cost of 10GbE networking equipment, including […]
Why are NAS Systems not 10GbE as Standard Right Now? It is 2025, yet the majority of NAS systems on the market continue to ship with 1GbE or, at best, 2.5GbE networking, leaving many users questioning why 10GbE has not become a standard feature. Over the past decade, the cost of 10GbE networking equipment, including […]
The Synology DS923+ vs DS1522+ NAS Comparison Synology Diskstation NAS in the 2022/2023 generation saw a surprising overhaul in the traditional hardware specifications of the brand’s 4-Bay and 5-Bay series, ditching Intel Celeron processors and deciding to make the switch to AMD’s Embedded Ryzen series of CPUs. This change, along with it’s effect on the […]
The UniFi UNAS Pro has recently emerged as an exciting contender in the NAS market, offering a 7-bay solution with 10GbE connectivity at an affordable price point. After two months of testing, we’re here to unpack its pros, cons, and overall performance to help you decide if this NAS is the right fit for your […]
The UniFi UNAS Pro is the first NAS solution from UniFi, designed to provide robust storage capabilities for home and business users. While many reviews focus on specifications, we’ve tested its performance in real-world scenarios, including RAID builds, file transfers, and overall system performance. Let’s dive into what the UniFi UNAS Pro offers, its pros […]
QNAP has unveiled its latest innovation in compact rackmount NAS solutions with the TS-h765eU, a 1U short-depth NAS equipped with Intel® Atom x7000C Series processors, E1.S/M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD slots, and 10GbE expandability. Paired with the industry-first NAS-exclusive QXG-ES10G1T E1.S to 10GbE network module, QNAP continues to cater to the high-performance demands of small-to-medium businesses, […]
UniFi Launches First Network Attached Storage Device: The UniFi UNAS Pro UniFi, known for its integrated network ecosystems, has ventured into the NAS market with its first product, the UniFi UNAS Pro. Designed to fit seamlessly into existing UniFi environments, this rack-mounted NAS combines core storage capabilities with advanced network features, making it ideal for […]
Synology DS224+ vs QNAP TS-262 NAS – Which is Better? Isn’t it great when any facet of the tech industry gives birth to competition! In the early days of any new form of technology, the relative scarcity and newness of anything result in very few options for buyers to get the best value or competitive […]
Video Editing over 10Gbe or Thunderbolt with a NAS Drive – The Easy Way in 2024 Video editing and production, as of 2024, continues to be one of the largest generators of unique and large-scale data. From various sectors like wildlife photography to large-scale movie production, video editing has evolved into a significant business requiring […]
Choosing a NAS for Video Editing – Get It Right, FIRST TIME! No doubt, you’ve got friends and professional colleagues working in the world of post-production and content creation who have staunchly recommended that you start editing your big projects on a NAS! Sounds simple, right? You’ve spent the best part of the last couple […]
Choosing a NAS for Video Editing – Get It Right, FIRST TIME! No doubt, you’ve got friends and professional colleagues working in the world of post-production and content creation who have staunchly recommended that you start editing your big projects on a NAS! Sounds simple, right? You’ve spent the best part of the last couple […]
Video Editing over 10Gbe or Thunderbolt with a NAS Drive – The Easy Way in 2024 Video editing and production, as of 2024, continues to be one of the largest generators of unique and large-scale data. From various sectors like wildlife photography to large-scale movie production, video editing has evolved into a significant business requiring […]
Choosing a NAS for Video Editing – Get It Right, FIRST TIME! No doubt, you’ve got friends and professional colleagues working in the world of post-production and content creation who have staunchly recommended that you start editing your big projects on a NAS! Sounds simple, right? You’ve spent the best part of the last couple […]
Reviewing the TerraMaster F2-422 2-Bay NAS with 10Gbe Of all the brands that I discuss here on the blog, one that always seems to surprise me is TerraMaster. On the surface, they are a fairly standard NAS brand that, though lacking the wide commercial notoriety of a brand like Synology, still produce a remarkably impressive […]
Synology DS224+ vs QNAP TS-262 NAS – Which is Best For You? Isn’t it great when any facet of the tech industry gives birth to competition! In the early days of any new form of technology, the relative scarcity and newness of anything result in very few options for buyers to get the best value […]
Terramaster U8-450 Rackmount NAS Review Here at NASCompares, we’ve seen a myriad of Network Attached Storage devices come and go. Enter the Terramaster U8-450 Rackmount NAS, a unit that piques our interest and promises to redefine the NAS landscape. Designed to cater to a diverse audience – from the meticulous tech hobbyist to the demanding […]
Terramaster U8-450 Rackmount NAS Review Here at NASCompares, we’ve seen a myriad of Network Attached Storage devices come and go. Enter the Terramaster U8-450 Rackmount NAS, a unit that piques our interest and promises to redefine the NAS landscape. Designed to cater to a diverse audience – from the meticulous tech hobbyist to the demanding […]
