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How cache works on a NAS – (LRU and FIFO mode)

How cache works on a NAS – (LRU and FIFO mode)

How cache works on a NAS if I get a QM2-4P-284 card, I can build in NVME speed SSDs in the normal ports for SSDs? If I use it as cache: So I copy something from my portable SSD to the NAS, is this going first to the SSDs or straight to the HDDs? I’m just […]

WD Red or WD Red Pro – What is the Difference?

WD Red or WD Red Pro – What is the Difference?

What is the difference between WD Red and WD Red Pro? Arguably the most popular NAS Hard drive in the market today, with Seagate and HGST NAS drives fighting for second place, many users new and old to Network Attached Storage are finding themselves in the enviable position of choosing between Western Digital Red NAS […]

What Is SHR? Synology Hybrid RAID

What is the difference between SHR and RAID? Synology Hybrid RAID or SHR, has been around for quite a while now, and though it has not make the big impact that Synology NAS’ Btrfs file system has, it is still an increasing popular choice for many when it comes to protecting their hardware and their […]

Synology or QNAP – EVERYTHING you need to know

Synology or QNAP – EVERYTHING you need to know

Things to consider when you buy a Synology or QNAP NAS When you buy your first network attached storage device, it can be an incredibly daunting task. If you have a less technical background, or heard about NAS servers from Synology or QNAP, but are still not quite certain what a NAS is or what to […]

How to set up and record IP TV on a NAS

How to set up and record IP TV on a NAS

How to set up and record IP TV on a NAS? First of all download the installation package of TVmosaic. https://tv-mosaic.com/en/download/ Then do a manual intstalation. Select the installation file from the folder it was downloaded to. Then download Android, Apple or PC version of the TVmosaic app.       Select the NAS server you installed […]

Synology mesh router setup – add Wi-Fi Point

Synology mesh router setup – add Wi-Fi Point

Synology mesh router setup – add Wi-Fi Point. Open Wi-Fi Connect app Choose Wi-Fi Point tab Click Add Wi-Fi Point Synology will search for available mesh routers in the network If you had a network cable connected, please unplug it before you continue. Then select which mesh point you want to add and click Next. […]

Buying a 4-bay NAS – Guide

Buying a 4-bay NAS – Guide

I want to build a storage for home. I want to use it as a backup for our 2 computers (we have mac and laptop as well), to store our movies and music. I want to have at least 4 bays and I do not know if it is possible to be able to use […]

Synology VS QNAP VS Drobo VS Thecus VS Netgear VS Asustor

Synology VS QNAP VS Drobo VS Thecus VS Netgear VS Asustor

A guide to helping you pick the right NAS manufacturer for your needs  Network Attached Storage (NAS) servers are fast becoming an essential piece of kit on the home. Everyone wants to have their own special piece of cloud storage, be it 3rd party cloud providers like Google Drive, Amazon S3 or DropBox, or their […]

Best 2-Bay NAS of 2018

Best 2-Bay NAS of 2018

The Best 2-Bay NAS of 2018 We have seen some incredible advances in the world of network attached storage (NAS) over the last 12 months in both home and business, but there is still no denying that compact 2-Bay NAS server devices from brands like Synology, QNAP and WD are still by far the most […]

Home and SMB QNAP NAS Range

Home and SMB QNAP NAS Range

Home and Small Business QNAP NAS Guide QNAP Systems, Inc., headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, provides a comprehensive range of cutting-edge Network-attached Storage (NAS) and video surveillance solutions based on the principles of usability, high security, and flexible scalability. QNAP offers quality NAS products for home and business users, providing solutions for storage, backup/snapshot, virtualization, teamwork, […]

Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt 3 QNAP NAS Range

Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt 3 QNAP NAS Range

Guide to the  2018 Thunderbolt QNAP NAS Range QNAP NAS with Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt 3 provides blazing-fast bandwidth (with incredible speeds for direct attached storage with Thunderbolt over IP) and enables an unprecedented high-speed connection with Thunderbolt 3 devices (including the new MacBook Pro). QNAP Thunderbolt 3 NAS is also backward compatible with USB […]

Budget QNAP NAS Range

Budget QNAP NAS Range

Guide to Cheap and Cost Effective QNAP NAS Facing the increasing demand for data storage, sharing and multimedia processing, more and more users are looking for a NAS system with good performance and an affordable price tag. The following NAS servers provide an uncompromising high-performance scalable storage solution for professional users and home users alike. […]

Best QNAP 4-Bay NAS of 2018

Best QNAP 4-Bay NAS of 2018

Best 4-Bay QNAP NAS in 2018 There is no escaping it, every day we use, create, need and store data. The growth and evolution of Network Attached Storage have been a fast and more and more people in 2016 are finding the need for a NAS Server in their lives. 4-Bay NAS devices are no […]

Best QNAP 2-Bay NAS of 2018

Best QNAP 2-Bay NAS of 2018

Best 2-Bay QNAP NAS in 2018 The Best Backup NAS The Best Download Multimedia, DAS/NAS File Server The Budget Media Server NAS The HD Transcoding an Virtualization NAS The Compact, Low Power Quiet NAS Media Server The 4K Transcoding Media and Virtualization NAS Server The Portable Presentation &  Team Collaboration Share NAS The Business HD Video […]

Best 4-Bay NAS 0f 2018

Best 4-Bay NAS 0f 2018

The Best 4-Bay NAS of 2018 With the growth of popularity in Network Attached storage (NAS) many users who are even the tiniest bit familiar with data storage will want to ensure that their NAS server is providing a good balance of storage space and power. A Good, solid NAS is an investment and most […]

Asustor NAS 2018

Why Choose Asustor NAS in 2018? Of all the NAS brands that we discuss here on NASCompares, one of the ones that everyone has heard of, yet barely anyone can name many of their range. This is not always a bad thing, few users outside of the (rather snobby) apple community can name both the […]

Asustor or QNAP NAS in 2018

QNAP or Asustor NAS – Which should you buy? When buying your first in NAS server device, it can be awfully confusing choosing the right brand for you. Key factors that people consider are hardware, software, cost, reliability, support and reputation. Many NAS users who are buying their second NAS have all too often made […]

Best NAS for Photographers and Post Production

Why use a NAS for your Photography and Video Editing NAS has fast become the go-to storage medium for both home and working professionals in 2018. Photo and video editors the world over are turning to network attached storage to bolster and improve their workflow. Gone are the days when a photo and video editors […]

How to create a new storage space volume on WSS NAS

How to create a new storage space volume on WSS NAS

How to create a new storage space volume on WSS NAS Step 1: Creating a Storage Pool Create a Storage Pool from SATA, USM, or USB Drives: Make sure all physical disks needed for the pool are installed. Go to Server Manager > File and Storage Services > Volumes > Storage Pools. Right-click in the window and select […]

How to create a user account on WSS NAS

How to create a user account on WSS NAS

How to create a user account on WSS NAS Click on the Server Manager icon () on the bottom left of the Windows screen. Select the Tools menu in the upper right, then select Computer Management. Expand Local Users and Groups. Select Users. Right-click in an empty area in the right window and select New User… Enter the required information and […]