Synology DS925+ NAS Review – Good News, Bad News If you have been looking at making the move away from your cloud service provider to gain better ownership of your data, or are looking to upgrade your existing network storage system to something a tad more modern, chances are that Synology and the new DS925+ […]
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Minisforum MS-A2 Review – The MS-01 Killer?
Minisforum MS-A2 PC Review The Minisforum MS-A2 is the latest entry in Minisforum’s growing lineup of workstation-focused mini PCs. First shown at CES 2025, the MS-A2 builds on ideas introduced in earlier models like the MS01 and MS-A1 but shifts toward an AMD platform, offering users a choice between two high-end Ryzen 9 CPUs. Rather […]
Minisforum MS-A2 Review
Minisforum MS-A2 PC Review The Minisforum MS-A2 is the latest entry in Minisforum’s growing lineup of workstation-focused mini PCs. First shown at CES 2025, the MS-A2 builds on ideas introduced in earlier models like the MS01 and MS-A1 but shifts toward an AMD platform, offering users a choice between two high-end Ryzen 9 CPUs. Rather […]
Zettlab D6 NAS Review – The First TRUE Local AI NAS Drive?
Zettlab D6 AI NAS Prototype Review – A Glimpse at the Future of Local AI NAS? UPDATE – The Zettlab AI NAS is Now Live on Kickstarter and you can find it HERE, or watch the Review of the D6 Here on YouTube. Alternatively, there is an interview with the creators HERE The Zettlab D6 […]
Zimaboard 2 Review
The Zimaboard 2 Single Board Server Review – The Best Yet? In an increasingly saturated market of single-board computers and compact servers, the ZimaBoard 2 arrives with a clear goal: to offer an affordable, x86-powered, DIY-friendly alternative that bridges the gap between embedded systems and full-blown home servers. Developed by IceWhale, a brand that has […]
Goodtop Budget 6 Port 10GbE Managed Switch Review
Does this Budget $140 AliExpress 10GbE Switch Deserve Your Data? The landscape of 10 Gigabit Ethernet networking has seen a significant shift over the past few years, with hardware that was once considered enterprise-only gradually trickling down to the consumer and prosumer market. Affordable multi-gig switches, particularly those with 2.5G or SFP-only configurations, are now […]
CWWK N355 10×2 NAS/Router Box Review
Is the CWWK N355 Soft Router Firewall / NAS Box Worth Your Data? (Review) DIY router boxes have gained popularity in recent years, especially those coming out of China with various hardware configurations. The CWWK N355-powered firewall appliance is an intriguing option, not just as a high-performance router but also as a potential NAS device. […]
UniFi USB4/TB4 to 10GbE Adapter Review (UACC-Adapter-RJ45-USBC-10GE)
UniFi USB4/TB4 to 10GbE Adapter Review Given the preponderance of 10 Gb Ethernet solutions available in the UniFi portfolio, it’s actually kind of weird that the brand has waited until almost halfway through 2025 to launch a convenient USB to 10G NIC adapter. To put it into perspective, the first generation of Thunderbolt to 10 […]
CWWK N355 DIY NAS Motherboard Review
CWWK N355 DIY NAS Motherboard Review The CWWK N355 DIY NAS motherboard is a Mini-ITX board designed for users looking to build a compact yet powerful NAS system with high storage capacity and expansion potential. Featuring the Intel Twin Lake N355 processor, dual 2.5GbE networking, six SATA ports, and two NVMe slots, it balances performance […]
Samsung 9100 Pro SSD Review
Is the Samsung 9100 Pro SSD Your DREAM Gen5 SSD? Samsung has officially entered the PCIe 5.0 market with the release of the 9100 PRO Series SSD, its first high-performance consumer Gen 5 NVMe SSD. Unlike previous Samsung SSD releases that focused on mainstream users, this drive is built for professionals, power users, and AI-driven […]
UGREEN NASync NAS – One Year Later, Should You Buy?
UGREEN NASync NAS: One Year Later – The Good, The Bad, and What’s Still Missing? One year ago, UGREEN made waves in the NAS industry by launching its NASync series through a hugely successful Kickstarter campaign, raising $6.6 million from over 13,000 backers. This new line of NAS devices aimed to offer a cost-effective alternative […]
UGREEN NASync NAS – One Year Later
UGREEN NASync NAS: One Year Later – The Good, The Bad, and What’s Still Missing? One year ago, UGREEN made waves in the NAS industry by launching its NASync series through a hugely successful Kickstarter campaign, raising $6.6 million from over 13,000 backers. This new line of NAS devices aimed to offer a cost-effective alternative […]
Samsung 9100 Pro Gen 5×4 SSD – FINALLY!!!
Samsung Unveils 9100 PRO PCIe 5.0 SSD with Up to 14,800 MB/s Speeds and 8TB Capacity IMPORTANT – The Samsung 9100 Pro SSD is Now LIVE and my Review can be found HERE on YouTube or HERE on the Blog. (Original Article Below) Samsung has officially launched its 9100 PRO Series, marking its first full-fledged […]
Samsung 9100 Pro SSD Review – Too Little, Too Late?
Is the Samsung 9100 Pro SSD Your DREAM Gen5 SSD? Samsung has officially entered the PCIe 5.0 market with the release of the 9100 PRO Series SSD, its first high-performance consumer Gen 5 NVMe SSD. Unlike previous Samsung SSD releases that focused on mainstream users, this drive is built for professionals, power users, and AI-driven […]
CWWK N355 DIY NAS Review
CWWK N355 DIY NAS Motherboard Review The CWWK N355 DIY NAS motherboard is a Mini-ITX board designed for users looking to build a compact yet powerful NAS system with high storage capacity and expansion potential. Featuring the Intel Twin Lake N355 processor, dual 2.5GbE networking, six SATA ports, and two NVMe slots, it balances performance […]
UniFi U7 Pro XG and XGS 10GbE PoE WiFi7 APs and Pro XG Switches
UniFi Launch a MASSIVE range of 10GbE PoE APs and Switches – The New XG/XGS Series The UniFi U7 Pro XG and U7 Pro XGS is ANOTHER expansion of Ubiquiti’s WiFi 7 access point lineup (I swear, it’s like the 3rd/4th this year or something), bringing 10GbE Power over Ethernet (PoE) support to the series […]
UniFi Cloud Gateway Fiber (UCG-Fiber) Review
UniFi Cloud Gateway Fiber Review – Overkill? UniFi has absolutely been slamming hardware releases in the first quarter of 2025. Last year, they launched a new NAS solution, and in the last few months, we’ve seen them hammer out a wide range of new surveillance accessories. However, February 2025 has seen a huge rejuvenation of […]
Gl.iNet Slate 7 WiFi 7 Travel Router Review
Gl.iNet Slate 7 Router Review The GL.iNet Slate 7 is the latest entry in the company’s expanding lineup of travel routers, bringing Wi-Fi 7 support, dual 2.5GbE ports, and a compact, portable design aimed at users who need reliable internet access on the go. Designed with remote workers, frequent travelers, and security-conscious users in mind, […]
UniFi U7 Lite and U7 In-Wall Review – Better than the U7 Pro/Pro Max APs?
UniFi U7 Lite and U7 In-Wall WiFi7 Mesh APs Review UniFi continues to flesh out its Wi-Fi 7 portfolio at the start of 2025, and, hot on the heels of the launch of their latest router and gateway devices, we see this brand start to roll out new Wi-Fi 7 access points intended to challenge […]
Samsung 9100 Pro Gen 5×4 SSD Revealed
Samsung Unveils 9100 PRO PCIe 5.0 SSD with Up to 14,800 MB/s Speeds and 8TB Capacity Samsung has officially launched its 9100 PRO Series, marking its first full-fledged PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD and its most powerful consumer storage solution to date. Designed to meet the growing demands of AI workloads, high-performance computing, 8K video editing, […]