Dual LAN NAS – Can you connect to the router/switch and PC direct at the same time Probably a stupid question but I am looking at buying the DS718+ And I had a question. As the DS718+ has two RJ45 ports, one will be used for the router but can you use the other for […]
Been watching your reviews on NAS, i’ve come down to 2 model as per “subject” – DS918+ or TS-453B I’m a first timer with NAS, looking qnap they seem to have the HDMI output which is a good thing i guess to watch your movies directly to your TV without having to use 3rd party device […]
I need some help purchasing preferably a qnap nas (I already own a qnap ts 453a and it would be alot easier for me). I have 29tb’s of movies, tv shows, documentaries and more. Majority of which are in full 1080p and i am upgrading the rest. I eventually would like 4k. My current nas […]
How to back up files from Mac to Synology NAS with Time Machine Overview This article will guide you through the process of backing up data from your Mac OS X computer to a Synology DiskStation using Apple’s Time Machine, a backup utility included in Mac OS X 10.5 and later. Contents Set up DiskStation to […]
I’m looking to purchase a NAS device that can allow for multiple work stations for video editing to store their video on the device WHILE editing the video. and then archive all of the projects and video in one place. The objective is to consolidate all media into one archive and access/edit files from the […]
My main goal/use of a NAS is to store and access all my photo/music/video files via internet during travel. And to make available to clients a secured access to their files. So that being said…my last question is: Currently the two Qnap models: TVS-473e and TS-453B are now priced about the same. Do you agree […]
I have a 2 bay Synology now that is really old (DS212J) used for photo backups and very little else. I’ve dabbled with DS Video etc but it’s too low powered to be of much use. Also tried hosting a website which was only half succesfull. So looking to upgrade but I cannot afford to […]
Was looking at Asustor 3204t and had a question… Plan is: Dell Optiplex i7-7700t with SSD for running Plex, Sonarr, and Radarr in docker, with port forwarding on my router to access remotely… Then an Asustor 3204t to hold the storage, and also run nzbget on… I will have the 3204 as a vpn client […]
Can the DS218+ transcode MPEG4 and WEBM formats? DS218+ indeed can transcode MPEG4 and other video formats. But there is no mention about WEBM video format transcoding. Usually, with this format, your web browser will play the file the best way for the destination device. Even though Synology have not mentioned this video format I […]
MUST haves: budget consc., 10GBE direct to PC (10 meters), + 1GBit., 1-2 SSD cache (2.5 or m2 sata/nvme) , min 4 bays 3.5′ , HDMI. generally also 8GB desirable i guess. current setup: i7 PC, OS nmve, 500 GB nvme current work files, 8 TB internal HDD for data. currently +1 TB pa, perhaps […]
Looking to buy NAS for my SOHO. Here is what I need: 1 – Access all data via internet from anywhere 2 – Able to store recent photos as well as look at files in storage, full read/write 3 – Media is mostly photo, music and doc files only a few video 3 – Stream […]
Our Windows Hyper-V host is aging and would like to replace it with a suitable VMM capable Synology NAS. I’m looking at the DS3018XS expanded to 32Gb. I need to run 1 x Windows Server 2016, 1 x Windows Server 2012 and possibly 2 more Windows 10 PC’s (VM’s). Am I crazy or is it […]
600TB NAS Server- biggest capacity NAS server from QNAP Qnap 19″Rack NAS TS-1673U-8G 16-Bay, 3U, RAID 0/1/5/6 (8GB RAM, AMD RX-421ND) +10GbE product/Qnap-19-Rack-NAS-TS-1673U-8G-16-Bay-3U-RAID-0-1-5-6-8GB-RAM-AMD-RX-421ND-+10GbE~62100 Qnap 19″Rack NAS R2 TVS-EC1680U-SAS-RP-16G-R2 16-Bay, 3U, SAS/SATA, RAID 0/1/5/6, Redundant PSU (16GB RAM) + 10GbE product/Qnap-19-Rack-NAS-R2-TVS-EC1680U-SAS-RP-16G-R2-16-Bay-3U-SAS-SATA-RAID-0-1-5-6-Redundant-PSU-16GB-RAM-+-10GbE~53946 QNAP Expansion Enclosure No. of RAID Expansion Enclosure Total HDD No. (NAS + Enclosure) MAX […]
Does the new 251b offer USB quick access still (like the 251a did)? Thx. Yes, sure. TS-253B still have same functions like 51A series. Qnap has also released 53Be series without the slots and direct connectivity for those who want the same box but without these extras making it cheaper.
SHR vs RAID0 vs RAID1 Need 2-3 TB to backup photos and video clips. Space to backup wife’s 512 Gig MacBook using TimeMachine and space to backup my 512 Gig MacBook Pro using Time Machine. Looking at 2 bay Synology but will 2x4TB drives be adequate and if I use SHR will there be 2 copies […]
I recently had a boat built and had the builders install a CCTV system for me from Cmac CCTV (big mistake!) upon handover last week it became apparent that the vivotek anti ligature cameras were not compatible. The cmac ones are fine, however upon contacting cmac they were unhelpful and have left me searching for […]
Cheapest remote video streaming NAS Looking for a NAS to be able to play HD vidéos from anywhere I am, access and put files from anywhere I am. Preferably a 2 bay NAS. If you don’t want to use third-party video players like Plex and just Synology own DS Video app, then there are few budget […]
Create private video hosting server • It will be behind an AT&T router at my home. I have fiber to the premises. I am currently paying for 50 up and 50 down, but can upgrade. I have no problem with upgrading if the NAS supports the higher speeds. • We perform traffic analysis. We’ll collect […]
Synology 4-bay rack RS1619xs+ depth My question is the DEPTH of this rack unit. I have no rack now and am hoping this is a shallower depth than their usual units. Do you have a recommended rack for this (wall mounted ideal) that would also hold a Linksys switch and BlueBolt PMU both 1U form […]
I would like to dump all of my media files onto it and serve it all up on Plex Media Server. At present, I have all of my media loaded onto the NAS, but, as you’re well aware, the device is simply not up to the task of running Plex. So, my Plex Media Server […]
