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CHEAP 10GbE Adapter for Synology DS923+, DS1522+, DS723+, DS1522+ NAS – Should You Buy?

How to Upgrade Your Synology to 10GbE Cheaper with the Xikestor SKN-A113-Mini The XikeStor SKN-A113-Mini is a third-party 10GbE network adapter designed as a budget-friendly alternative to the official Synology E10G22-T1-MINI adapter for select NAS models, including the DS923+, DS723+, DS1522+, and RS422+. While both adapters provide similar networking capabilities, the XikeStor comes at a […]

Week 10 Tech Roundup – AOOSTAR WTR MAX, QNAP AI Accelerators, UniFi U7 APs, and More!

Week 10 Tech Roundup – AOOSTAR WTR MAX, QNAP AI Accelerators, UniFi U7 APs, and More!

https://nascompares.com/podcasts/weekly/week10-2025.wav Here’s your Weekly NAScompares Digest – Week 10, 2025, covering 13 major topics in NAS, storage, and networking. 1. AOOSTAR WTR MAX NAS with 11 Drive Bays & Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS AOOSTAR has announced the WTR MAX NAS, a high-performance storage solution powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS, an enterprise-grade CPU […]

Week 8 Tech Roundup – QNAP’s New 10GbE Switch, Kioxia & SanDisk’s Flash Breakthrough, OpenSSH Vulnerabilities, and More!

Week 8 Tech Roundup – QNAP’s New 10GbE Switch, Kioxia & SanDisk’s Flash Breakthrough, OpenSSH Vulnerabilities, and More!

https://nascompares.com/podcasts/weekly/week8-2025.wav QNAP Unveils Entry-Level 10GbE Multi-Gigabit Switch QNAP has introduced the QSW-3205-5T, a full 10GbE unmanaged switch designed for small businesses, video production teams, and home users looking for cost-effective high-speed networking. With five 10GbE RJ45 ports, the switch supports NBASE-T standards, offering speeds of 10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G, and 100M. The fanless design ensures […]

Week 4 Tech Roundup – QNAP Security Patch, Seagate 36TB Drives, PCIe 6.0 SSDs, and More!

Week 4 Tech Roundup – QNAP Security Patch, Seagate 36TB Drives, PCIe 6.0 SSDs, and More!

https://nascompares.com/podcasts/weekly/week4-2025.wav Welcome to this week’s comprehensive tech roundup, where we dive deeper into the latest and most exciting developments in NAS, storage, and tech! Let’s break down the top highlights from Week 4 of 2025. QNAP Fixes Six Rsync Vulnerabilities in Hybrid Backup Sync QNAP has addressed six critical vulnerabilities in its HBS 3 Hybrid […]

The DSM-APM (Active Protect Manager) Debate: Which Synology Solution is Right for You?

The DSM-APM (Active Protect Manager) Debate: Which Synology Solution is Right for You?

Synology offers two distinct solutions for data management and protection: the traditional DSM-based NAS devices and the newer ActiveProtect DP Series appliances. Here’s a comparison to help you understand their differences and determine which might be more suitable for your needs: Comparison Table: DSM-Based NAS vs. ActiveProtect DP Series Feature DSM-Based NAS ActiveProtect DP Series […]

Week 2 Tech Round-Up – Synology DP340, QNAP SAS Cards, CES 2025 Highlights, and More!

Week 2 Tech Round-Up – Synology DP340, QNAP SAS Cards, CES 2025 Highlights, and More!

https://nascompares.com/podcasts/weekly/week2-2025.wav News in a list : CES 2025 took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The event ran from January 6th to 7th, 2025, and featured more than 130,000 attendees and over 4,800 companies. Asus launched the ROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI, the world’s first AI-supported gaming router at CES 2025. Asus did not announce pricing or […]

Synology BeeStation Plus Unveiled at CES 2025: Everything You Need to Know

Synology BeeStation Plus Unveiled at CES 2025: Everything You Need to Know

CES 2025 in Las Vegas is in full swing, and Synology has made waves by unveiling the BeeStation Plus (BST170-8T), an updated version of their entry-level NAS that packs some exciting new features. Here’s everything we know about this affordable and simplified NAS solution for personal and small business use. What’s New with the BeeStation […]

QNAP TS-h1277AFX: High-Performance All-Flash NAS for Creative Professionals

QNAP TS-h1277AFX: High-Performance All-Flash NAS for Creative Professionals

QNAP has introduced the TS-h1277AFX, a cutting-edge all-flash NAS designed for demanding multimedia workflows, including 4K/8K video editing, visual effects (VFX), and collaborative creative projects. Powered by AMD Ryzen™ 7 9000 Series processors and featuring DDR5 memory, ZFS-based QuTS hero OS, and support for 2.5/10/25GbE connectivity, the TS-h1277AFX delivers unparalleled performance and efficiency for creators […]

New QNAP TS-h765eU and QXG-ES10G1T Card: Revolutionizing Compact Storage and Networking for Businesses

New QNAP TS-h765eU and QXG-ES10G1T Card: Revolutionizing Compact Storage and Networking for Businesses

QNAP has unveiled its latest innovation in compact rackmount NAS solutions with the TS-h765eU, a 1U short-depth NAS equipped with Intel® Atom x7000C Series processors, E1.S/M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD slots, and 10GbE expandability. Paired with the industry-first NAS-exclusive QXG-ES10G1T E1.S to 10GbE network module, QNAP continues to cater to the high-performance demands of small-to-medium businesses, […]

Synology DP320 NAS Review

Review of the New Synology DP320 Active Protect NAS – A Good Change? Quick Note for this review – As much as I want to review the DP320 separate from other Synology NAS solutions (with DSM appliances, and therefore completely different intended user), it is impossible to do this. This is because Synology Diskstation and […]

Synology DSM vs ActiveProtect – Should You Be Worried?

Synology ActiveProtect and the Future of DSM Powered Backup Solutions? The introduction of Synology’s ActiveProtect platform signifies a major pivot in the company’s approach to data protection, targeting enterprise-grade backup requirements with purpose-built solutions. Available on the DP320, DP340, and flagship DP7400 models, ActiveProtect is designed to simplify and centralize backup processes for a wide […]