Everything you need to know about Upgrading Synology NAS Memory Note – This article has been updated to the 22023/2024 to factor in the new DSM, new NAS models and updates to available memory modules If you have purchased a new NAS Drive in the last few months, then chances are that you would use […]
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Synology NAS Memory Upgrade Guide – 2023 Edition
Everything you need to know about Upgrading Synology NAS Memory Note – This article has been updated to the 22023/2024 to factor in the new DSM, new NAS models and updates to available memory modules If you have purchased a new NAS Drive in the last few months, then chances are that you would use […]
Synology NAS Unofficial Memory Upgrade Guide
Everything you need to know about Upgrading Synology NAS Memory Note – This article has been updated to the 22023/2024 to factor in the new DSM, new NAS models and updates to available memory modules If you have purchased a new NAS Drive in the last few months, then chances are that you would use […]
Synology Unofficial Memory Upgrades – 2023/2024 UPDATED
Everything you need to know about Upgrading Synology NAS Memory Note – This article has been updated to the 22023/2024 to factor in the new DSM, new NAS models and updates to available memory modules If you have purchased a new NAS Drive in the last few months, then chances are that you would use […]
Amazon Prime Day – Deals on NAS, Hard Drives, SSDs, Cameras and Network Equipment
Looking for the Amazon Prime Day Deals Page for October 11th and 12th 2022? Visit this page HERE Prime Day Bargains on Synology, QNAP, Seagate, WD, Sabrent and More to Watch For That’s right, it is that time once again when the biggest e-retail company in the world hosts Its very own mega sale – […]
DS223 vs DS220j vs DS218 vs DS218play
New post: Synology 2-bay NAS range compared (DS223j, DS223, DS220+, DVA1622, DS723+) Synology 2-bay Value series specs compared When it comes to choosing a network-attached storage (NAS) device, the Synology 2-bay Value series offers several options, including the DS220j, DS218, DS218play, and DS223. All of these models share similar features, such as a 64-bit […]
Synology 2-bay NAS range compared (DS220j, DS218play, DS223, DS220+, DS723+)
UPDATED VERSION: Synology 2-bay NAS range compared (DS223j, DS223, DS220+, DVA1622, DS723+) Synology 2-bay NAS range compared Model DS220j DS218play DS223 DS220+ DS723+ Estimated Price $186 (18th Jan) $229 (18th Jan) $249 (18th Jan) $299 (18th Jan) $449 (18th Jan) Processor model Realtek RTD1296 Realtek RTD1296 Realtek RTD1619B Intel Celeron J4025 AMD Ryzen R1600 […]
DS223j VS DS220j
DS223j VS DS220j Hardware Specifications CPU CPU Model Realtek RTD1296 Realtek RTD1619B CPU Quantity 1 1 CPU Architecture 64-bit 64-bit CPU Frequency 4-core 1.4 GHz 4-core 1.7 GHz Hardware Encryption Engine Memory System Memory 512 MB DDR4 non-ECC 1 GB DDR4 non-ECC Notes Synology reserves the right to replace memory modules with the same or […]
Does Synology DSM 7.2 Stop 3rd Party Memory Upgrades?
Will Upgrading Your Synology NAS to DSM 7.2 Stop You From Using Third-Party Memory? As great as it is that Synology recently released the latest version of its premium NAS software, DSM 7.2, there are always going to be detractors hesitant to upgrade their systems with the latest firmware. Despite the obvious benefits new software […]
Does Synology DSM 7.2 Stop 3rd Party Memory Upgrades?
Will Upgrading Your Synology NAS to DSM 7.2 Stop You From Using Third-Party Memory? As great as it is that Synology recently released the latest version of its premium NAS software, DSM 7.2, there are always going to be detractors hesitant to upgrade their systems with the latest firmware. Despite the obvious benefits new software […]
TerraMaster Unveils U8-450: A High-speed, 8-bay Network Storage Server
TerraMaster has just announced its latest offering in the data storage sphere, the U8-450. This 8-bay high-speed network storage server stands out with a suite of powerful features designed for high-performance requirements, from 4K image editing and databases to virtualization. At its heart, the U8-450 is powered by an Intel Atom C3558R quad-core processor that […]
Synology Unofficial Memory Upgrades Guide 2023
Everything you need to know about Upgrading Synology NAS Memory Perhaps you have purchased a new Synology NAS system and want to future-proof it a bit? Perhaps you have an older generation Diskstation/Rackstation NAS that is now showing the occasional signs of slow down in your day-to-day processes? There are lots of reasons why you […]
Synology DS423+ compatible RAM upgrade
Synology DS423+ compatible RAM upgrade The Synology DS423+ is a powerful and reliable NAS device that is designed for small and medium-sized businesses. It comes with 2 GB of DDR4 non-ECC memory, with 2 GB of it soldered to the board, and one memory slot available for upgrades. The maximum memory capacity is 6 GB, […]
Synology DS423 vs DS423+
Synology DS423 vs DS423+, Plus versus value series. Full 4-bay range compared: 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) (Plex and h265 seem to be an issue) DS420+(replaced by DS423+) Good for […]
Synology DS423+ vs DS920+
Choosing the right Network Attached Storage (NAS) device can be a difficult decision with so many options available. Two popular options from Synology, the DS423+ and DS920+, have a lot in common, but also have some key differences. In this article, we will compare these two models based on their upgrades, multimedia capabilities, expansion options, […]
RAM Upgrade DS218+, DS718+, DS418play, DS918+, DS620slim
Memory (RAM) Upgrade for DS620slim, DS218+, DS718+, DS418play, DS918+ Synology DiskStation Series up to 16GB in total. Unlikely you will want to upgrade Synology DS218+ or DS418play because of the weaker CPU they have. But Synology DS718+ and DS918+ have quad-core CPU which is powerful enough to play with virtual machines and web servers including […]
Synology DS223 released
Synology DS223 released in Taiwan. Update UK 08/02/23 – The Synology DS223 NAS has now been launched, and you can find my written DS223 review HERE and my YouTube video DS223 review HERE! The new Synology DS223 is a powerful and versatile network-attached storage solution that is perfect for both home and business use. With […]
Synology Unofficial Memory on DSM 7.1 – DS920+, DS220+, DS720+, DS420+ and DS1520+ NAS
Using Synology NAS, DSM 7.1 and Unofficial Memory Modules for DSx20+ series NAS systems are not cheap and nor are the accessories! However, one area that many new/existing NAS buyers take issue with more than most is the cost of official NAS memory. It’s an unfortunate fact that any computer system that has been built/tailored […]
Synology Unofficial Memory on DSM 7.1 – DS920+, DS220+, DS720+, DS420+ and DS1520+ NAS
Using Synology NAS, DSM 7.1 and Unofficial Memory Modules for DSx20+ series NAS systems are not cheap and nor are the accessories! However, one area that many new/existing NAS buyers take issue with more than most is the cost of official NAS memory. It’s an unfortunate fact that any computer system that has been built/tailored […]
Synology DS220+ 18GB Unofficial Memory Upgrade Installation Guide
How to Upgrade the RAM in your Synology DS220+ to 18GB Memory Back in May 2020, when the Synology DS220+ was first revealed, many users were surprised at the maximum memory limit that the manufacturers stated ion the specifications – 6GB of DDR4 to be precise (as well as only 1 memory stick being accessible […]