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Witness the Power: Blackbird’s Epic NAS Build Unveiled (Jonsbo N3)

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: […]

TVS-951X, TS-653B or the TS-673 – VPN, Kodi, HDMI

TVS-951X, TS-653B or the TS-673  – VPN, Kodi, HDMI

The current situation is as follows: – I have a TS-439 with 4 x WD30EFRX running RAID6. Static volume. – Though I have about 300GB vacant space available, the Qnap have been warning me of “Almost full” since I “only” had 800 GB vacant space!– A 1Gbps switch is linking the NAS with my HTPC running […]

PCIe speed table (from gen 1 to gen 6)

PCIe speed table (from gen 1 to gen 6)

What is PCIe speed from Gen1 to Gen6   FULL DULEX SPEC X1 X2 X4 X8 X16 PCIe 1.x  (2.5 GT/s) 500 MB/s 1 GB/s 2GB/s 4GB/s 8GB/s PCIe 2.x  (5.0 GT/s) 1GB/s 2GB/s 4GB/s 8GB/s 16GB/s PCIe 3.x  (8.0 GT/s) 2GB/s 4GB/s 8GB/s 16GB/s 32GB/s PCIe 4.x  (16 GT/s) 4GB/s 8GB/s 16GB/s 32GB/s 64GB/s […]

Cheapest 10gbe switches- Updated

Cheapest 10gbe switches- Updated What is a 10Gbe switch? Definition for a switch is : A network switch is a computer networking device that connects devices together on a computer network by using packet switching to receive, process, and forward data to the destination device. What 10Gbe means is, that speed will be 10 times […]

Can you guys help me get Sonnar/Radarr/Sabnzbd/Plex on TerraMaster NAS?

Can you guys help me get   Sonnar/Radarr/Sabnzbd/Plex on TerraMaster NAS?

    Head to https://YOURNASIP:6677/portainer/#!/endpoints   MANUAL INSTALL   Download docker: Open Package Center on your TerraMaster NAS. Navigate to the beta packages section. Download and install docker. Open Ports: If you have a firewall enabled, make sure to open ports 8000 and 9000 on your NAS. Enable SSH: Enable SSH terminal access on your […]

DSM7 vs DSM6 what’s new and what’s removed

DSM7 vs DSM6 what’s new and what’s removed

Synology DSM7: What’s New and What’s Left Behind The much-anticipated upgrade of the Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), the DSM7, is finally here, and it packs quite a punch. Offering a host of new features and applications, DSM7 promises to enhance the user experience by leaps and bounds compared to its predecessor, DSM6. However, it also […]

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Fix “NET::ERR_CERT_AUTHORITY_INVALID” on QNAP

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Fix “NET::ERR_CERT_AUTHORITY_INVALID” on QNAP

    Ever encountered the dreaded “NET::ERR_CERT_AUTHORITY_INVALID” warning on your QNAP server? This isn’t just an annoyance; it’s a red flag indicating your server lacks proper security measures. Leaving this warning unaddressed exposes your data and users to potential vulnerabilities. Rest assured, there’s no need to panic! This guide will walk you through responsible solutions […]

HDD Price per TB

HDD Price per TB

How to Use the Price Per TB Calculator:     NOTE – Use the GREEN Bar (ideally for NAS users) to enter your number of bays, RAID failure protection level, budget and whether you want NAS optimized drives only NOTE – Use the YELLOW Bar to filter the results by brand, price per TB range, […]

NVME M.2 list with endurance – DWPD/ MTBF

NVME M.2 list with endurance – DWPD/ MTBF

NVME M.2 list with endurance – DWPD/ MTBF     970 pro    – 0.66DWPD 990pro – 0.68 DWPD Synology SNV3400    – 0.68DWPD Seagate FireCuda 510   – 0.7 DWPD Seagate IronWolf 525 – 0.7 DWPD Seagate Firecuda 530    – 0.7 DWPD Seagate PS5 Game drive – 0.7 DWPD Seagate FireCuda 520  -0.9 DWPD […]

Best NVMe M.2 SSD for caching

Best NVMe M.2 SSD for caching

Best NVMe M.2 SSD for caching Hello, so I have a DS1821+ that I use for my Plex file station, I use a pc for the server itself. I do know my metadata folder is closer to 800 GB. I am looking to install a NVMe SSD for cache. I do not know if the […]

FAN replacement for DS218+/ ds220+/ Ds220j / DS920+ and other models

FAN replacement for DS218+/ ds220+/ Ds220j  / DS920+ and other models

FAN replacement for DS218+/ ds220+/ Ds220j / DS920+ and other models     Noctua NF-A4x20 FLX, Premium Quiet Fan, 3-Pin (40x20mm)   – UK    USA    Noctua NF-A8 PWM  Quiet Fan, 4-Pin (80mm, Black)  – UK   USA Noctua NF-A9 FLX, Premium Quiet Fan, 3-Pin (92mm, Brown)  – UK    USA    [DS218+ / DS220+ […]

How to reduce noise on Synology NAS – compatible FAN list

How to reduce noise on Synology NAS – compatible FAN list

How to reduce noise on Synology NAS? Quick update: Amazon delivered the Noctua fans very quickly, and I already installed them! WOW. Just WOW. Using my phone noise level app, noise level went from 37dB (in idle) to 28dB, where the noise level with the NAS off in the room was at 25-26dB. Subjectively, the […]

Comparing QNAP Short-Depth Rack Mount NAS Models: TS-873AeU-RP, TS-864eU, and TS-855eU

Comparing QNAP Short-Depth Rack Mount NAS Models: TS-873AeU-RP, TS-864eU, and TS-855eU

When it comes to choosing the right short-depth rack mount NAS from QNAP, it’s essential to consider your specific requirements and use cases. In this article, we’ll compare three popular models: the QNAP TS-873AeU-RP, TS-864eU, and TS-855eU, to help you make an informed decision. Here’s a detailed comparison of their specifications: Specification QNAP TS-873AeU-RP QNAP […]

Which 18TB/ 20TB Drives (HDD) supported and compatible with Synology

Which 18TB/ 20TB Drives (HDD) supported and compatible with Synology

Synology Enterprise Verified Drive White List “vendor lock” Apparently, I made Kevin and Connor at Storage Reviews mad, because I called them out for publishing an opinion piece (end of business on a Friday) about the future of Synology products, without contacting Synology for a comment on their future products. When I emailed Synology myself […]

How long Synology supports NAS after EOL?

How long Synology supports NAS after EOL?

DS720+ end of life This is going to be my first NAS, i have always stored data in the cloud . I’m looking at moving everything to a NAS. i have a couple of basic question I am looking at the DS720+ 1. How long would Synology support this NAS in terms of hardware and […]

Synology 4-bay NAS range compared, which one is the best DS420j vs DS418 vs DS420+ vs DS923+ !

Synology 4-bay NAS range compared, which one is the best DS420j vs DS418 vs DS420+ vs DS923+ !

Synology 4-bay NAS range compared   NEW https://nascompares.com/answer/synology-4-bay-5-bay-nas-range-compared-which-one-is-the-best-ds420j-vs-ds418-vs-ds420-vs-ds923-vs-dva3221/   Model DS420j DS418 DS420+ DS923+ Estimated Price $299 (18th Jan) $369 (18th Jan) $510 (18th Jan) $599 (18th Jan) Processor model Realtek RTD1296 Realtek RTD1296 Intel Celeron J4025 AMD Ryzen R1600 Number of CPUs 1 (benchmark score: <1000) 1 (benchmark score: <1000) 1 (benchmark score: 1708) […]

Synology 4-bay NAS (DS420j, DS418, DS423, DS420+, DS423+, DS923+)

Synology 4-bay NAS (DS420j, DS418, DS423, DS420+, DS423+, DS923+)

  What each of them have different? NEW https://nascompares.com/answer/synology-4-bay-5-bay-nas-range-compared-which-one-is-the-best-ds420j-vs-ds418-vs-ds420-vs-ds923-vs-dva3221/   DS420j vs. DS418 vs. DS423 vs. DS420+ vs. DS423+ vs. DS923+   DS420j – Good for multimedia, but limited to one or two things running simultaneously DS418 (replaced by DS423) – Good for multimedia using Synology Apps (h264 + h265 support) DS423   Good for multimedia using Synology Apps (h264 support) […]