The 6x M.2 NVMe SSD Card Upgrade Card for the Minisforum MS-01 Workstation Review The Minisforum MS-01 is celebrated for its compact design and robust performance capabilities, featuring a 13th generation Intel CPU, DDR5 memory, and dual 10G Ethernet ports. Despite these powerful specifications, users found the device’s storage capabilities limited due to its three […]
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Minisforum MS-01 6x M.2 Upgrade Card Review
The 6x M.2 NVMe SSD Card Upgrade Card for the Minisforum MS-01 Workstation Review The Minisforum MS-01 is celebrated for its compact design and robust performance capabilities, featuring a 13th generation Intel CPU, DDR5 memory, and dual 10G Ethernet ports. Despite these powerful specifications, users found the device’s storage capabilities limited due to its three […]
UGREEN NAS Certificate and Encryption Key Sharing on Systems
Security Flaw in Ugreen NAS Certificates Under Investigation A security concern has been raised regarding Ugreen’s new NAS devices, sparked by a Twitter user in the East who claims that all Ugreen Private Cloud NAS users share a single certificate and private key. The tweet, shared by @realShellWen, has not yet been corroborated by other […]
The Best User-Friendly NAS Software for Your DIY/BYO NAS
The EASIEST NAS Software You Can Use on Your Custom NAS Server The appeal of building your very own NAS server instead of purchasing pre-built and OS-locked alternatives from brands like Synology or QNAP, as well as ditching third-party cloud storage from Google and Apple that is subscription-based, cannot really be argued with! The savings […]
What Is The Most User-Friendly DiY / BYO NAS Software? (2024)
The EASIEST NAS Software You Can Use on Your Custom NAS Server The appeal of building your very own NAS server instead of purchasing pre-built and OS-locked alternatives from brands like Synology or QNAP, as well as ditching third-party cloud storage from Google and Apple that is subscription-based, cannot really be argued with! The savings […]
BUILD a NAS vs BUY a NAS
Is it Better to Buy a NAS or Build One Yourself? Have you ever looked at the cost of popular Network attached storage devices from brands such as Synology and QNAP, then looked at the price tag and thought “wait…HOW MUCH?!? I could build my own NAS server for much less than that”? Well, you […]
CWWK Q670 Gen 5 NAS 8-Bay Board Review
CWWK Q670 Gen 5 NAS Board Review With so, SO many DIY mini server motherboards in the market, what exactly does the $200 CWWK Q670 NAS motherboard bring to the party that we haven’t seen dozen times before? The booming market for 24×7 server mobos in ‘M-ITX in the last 18-24 months has been somewhat […]
CWWK x86 P5 NVMe NAS Board Review
CWWK x86 P5 NAS Review – SUPER COMPACT NVMe NAS? Have you noticed just how diverse the world of DiY NAS has become? I’m old enough to remember when ‘Do It Yourself’ or Build Your Own’ (BYO) in the server world would mean converting an old PC case. Then things got SMALLER! The Rasperry Pi, […]
CWWK Q670 Gen 5 NAS 8-Bay Board Review
CWWK Q670 Gen 5 NAS Board Review With so, SO many DIY mini server motherboards in the market, what exactly does the $200 CWWK Q670 NAS motherboard bring to the party that we haven’t seen dozen times before? The booming market for 24×7 server mobos in ‘M-ITX in the last 18-24 months has been somewhat […]
CWWK x86 P5 NVMe NAS Review
CWWK x86 P5 NAS Review – SUPER COMPACT NVMe NAS? Have you noticed just how diverse the world of DiY NAS has become? I’m old enough to remember when ‘Do It Yourself’ or Build Your Own’ (BYO) in the server world would mean converting an old PC case. Then things got SMALLER! The Rasperry Pi, […]
Witness the Power: Blackbird’s Epic NAS Build Unveiled (Jonsbo N3)

Greetings, storage enthusiasts! Prepare to be amazed as I unveil the culmination of Blackbird’s months-long endeavor: the latest NAS build! Though I didn’t wield the screwdriver myself, I’m excited to share the journey of this impressive creation, filled with twists, turns, and a few hardware hiccups, ultimately resulting in a storage powerhouse. The Core Components: […]
The UGREEN NAS – 1 Month Later (Should You Back it or Bail on it)
Should You Back or Bail on the UGREEN NASync Kickstarter Campaign? With the UGREEN NAS campaign drawing close to an end, I think a lot of users are wondering where exactly the UGREEN NAS system is at? So, SO many reviews online (more on how/why later), but it’s been a month – has the system […]
UGREEN NAS – 1 Month Later, Should You Back it, or Bail on it?
Should You Back or Bail on the UGREEN NASync Kickstarter Campaign? With the UGREEN NAS campaign drawing close to an end, I think a lot of users are wondering where exactly the UGREEN NAS system is at? So, SO many reviews online (more on how/why later), but it’s been a month – has the system […]
UGREEN DXP8800 PLUS NAS Review
UGREEN NASync DXP8800 PLUS Review UGREEN continues to push forward with its NASync series of NAS devices and although the range is pretty broad, the device in the lineup that business/professional users are looking at as an affordable alternative to Synology and QNAP is the big 8-Bay model – The UGREEN DXP8800 PLUS NAS. Pretty […]
UGREEN NASync DXP4800 PLUS NAS Review
UGREEN NASync DXP4800 PLUS Review (Pre-Release) With many newcomers stepping into the network-attached storage arena, aiming to compete with established giants like Synology and QNAP, UGREEN’s entry is one of the most confident I’ve seen to date. UGREEN, a brand that has existed for quite some time in the computer accessories arena, seems to have […]
UGREEN DXP480T NAS Review
UGREEN DXP480T NASync SSD NAS Review What exactly IS the DXP480T? Ever since UGREEN launched their NASync range of NAS devices on Kickstarter, there has been a lot of interest in this computer accessories and peripheral company making its big move into Network Attached Storage. No doubt hoping to challenge this market’s leaders Synology and […]
UGREEN DXP8800 PLUS NAS Review
UGREEN NASync DXP8800 PLUS Review UGREEN continues to push forward with its NASync series of NAS devices and although the range is pretty broad, the device in the lineup that business/professional users are looking at as an affordable alternative to Synology and QNAP is the big 8-Bay model – The UGREEN DXP8800 PLUS NAS. Pretty […]
UGREEN NASync DXP480T NAS Review
UGREEN DXP480T NASync SSD NAS Review What exactly IS the DXP480T? Ever since UGREEN launched their NASync range of NAS devices on Kickstarter, there has been a lot of interest in this computer accessories and peripheral company making its big move into Network Attached Storage. No doubt hoping to challenge this market’s leaders Synology and […]
UGREEN NASync DXP4800 PLUS NAS Review
UGREEN NASync DXP4800 PLUS Review (Pre-Release) With many newcomers stepping into the network-attached storage arena, aiming to compete with established giants like Synology and QNAP, UGREEN’s entry is one of the most confident I’ve seen to date. UGREEN, a brand that has existed for quite some time in the computer accessories arena, seems to have […]
UGREEN NAS Drive – Should You Buy?
The UGREEN NAS Drives – Should You Back This Kickstarter? The UGreen NAS series has recently been launched on Kickstarter, presenting an exciting opportunity for enthusiasts and potential users to engage with what the product promises. However, as with any product, especially those launched via crowdfunding platforms, it’s crucial to approach with a balanced perspective, […]