Synology DSM vs TrueNAS Part 2 – Storage and File & Folder Management This is the 2nd part of my full comparison of Synology NAS DSM 7 and TrueNAS Core 12. If you missed the earlier chapters/parts, you can find them in the links below: Part I of the TrueNAS vs Synology DSM Guide is […]
Synology DSM 7 vs TrueNAS Core – Software Comparison Choosing between these two incredibly popular platforms for secure storage, accessing and sharing your data is not easy! With Synology and DSM, you have a premium hardware+software platform that easily emulates entire operating system levels of features, with an incredibly user-friendly design, initiative controls and a […]
Should I wait for a Synology DS922+ or just get the DS920+ NAS? Let’s be honest, it is a REALLY good question. Right now as the first quarter of 2022 draws to a close, many users who are thinking of upgrading their existing Synology NAS system, pondering migrating over to the platform or are about […]
Dirty Pipe Linux Weakness and Why You and your Linux Based NAS Should Care? For those that might not be aware, a vulnerability in Linux kernel 5.8 and above was disclosed by Max Kellerman last week and publically disclosed (with a proof of concept demonstrating the weakness) and this vulnerability was reported (tracked under CVE-2022-0847) […]
Dirty Pipe Linux Weakness and Why You and your Linux Based NAS Should Care? For those that might not be aware, a vulnerability in Linux kernel 5.8 and above was disclosed by Max Kellerman last week and publically disclosed (with a proof of concept demonstrating the weakness) and this vulnerability was reported (tracked under CVE-2022-0847) […]
Which Kernel linux version does the Synology DSM run? DSM6. – Linux Kernel 4.4.59 DSM7 so far up to Version: 7.0.1-42218. – Linux Kernel 4.4.180 How to Check Linux Kernel Version The easiest way, SSH into the box and type ‘uname -r’ This will just give the version. Alternatively use ‘cat /proc/version’ or ‘dmesg […]
A Guide to the Best 10GbE NAS Drives to Buy Right Now Data is getting big, like REALLY BIG. From the phone in your pocket taking photos at 10MB+ a go, movies arriving at 4K Ultra HD HDR as an excepted scale and internet connectivity easily breaking into greater than gigabit speeds, we are fast […]
A Guide to the Best 10GbE NAS Drives to Buy Right Now Data is getting big, like REALLY BIG. From the phone in your pocket taking photos at 10MB+ a go, movies arriving at 4K Ultra HD HDR as an excepted scale and internet connectivity easily breaking into greater than gigabit speeds, we are fast […]
Cool Things You Can Do With Your NAS other Than Backup Storage The main motivation for most users who purchase a new network-attached (NAS) storage device is often a means to create an alternative to Cloud services, backup several devices safely and really just to make sure that there is a mean to keep their […]
Synology NAS and Hard Drive Compatibility in 2022 If you have been a long-running advocate of Synology NAS over the years, or have been elbow deep in the Synology eco-system for a long time, then there is every chance that you have heard that the biggest brand in the world of network-attached storage has been […]
Does Synology support TIFF image files Yes, but you will need DSM7 with Synology Photos app. This will allow you to see thumbnails and open files on your web browser or mobile app.
How to recover Synology RAID including SHR with EXT4 or BTRFS file system using a PC – should also work with Qnap & Asustor How can I use a PC to recover data when my Synology NAS malfunctions? Purpose This article will guide you to recover data on your PC when Synology NAS malfunctions. Notes: […]
The Synology NAS DSM 7.1 Beta Software is Now Available to Download Good news for anyone that wants to see how Synology DSM will improve in the coming months, with Synology today announcing the Beta release of DiskStation Manager 7.1, giving system admins a chance to test out the expanded functionality. DSM 7.1 builds further […]
The Synology NAS DSM 7.1 Beta Software is Now Available to Download Good news for anyone that wants to see how Synology DSM will improve in the coming months, with Synology today announcing the Beta release of DiskStation Manager 7.1, giving system admins a chance to test out the expanded functionality. DSM 7.1 builds further […]
How to secure your network & Synology NAS – install UniFi Firewall Install Docker [Package Center->Docker->Install] Installing UniFi Controller -open docker -open Registry tab -In the search bar enter jacobalberty and click Search –Double-click on the jacobalberty/unifi image -Go to the Image tab. -When the download has been completed, the Launch button will […]
How to fix drive locking (not recognised) on Synology WARNING: Follow these steps at your own risk. Step 1 Enable SSH on the Synology and log in with your admin account, then type: sudo -i and type in your password. Step 2 Navigate to the folder where the drive list is stored. […]
Connect MAC and Synology directly via the switch or LAN to LAN with manual IP. On a MAC Launch ‘System Preferences’ from the Apple menu (or Spotlight) Click on the “Network” icon. In the lower right, click on the ‘Advanced’ button. In the pulldown menu next to “Configure IPv4” select “Manually” (or DHCP with […]
DSM 7 Installation Guide – Setting Your Synology NAS Up Right – FIRST TIME! If you have purchased your new Synology NAS (or it is soon to be arriving and you want to be prepared to set it up), then congratulations! You are on your way to enjoying your very own private storage solution that […]
What is the Best Way to Backup Your Data Every Day? I know it is not going to be shocking news when I say that Data is really, really important. That should not come as a staggering fact. If you found this article thanks to a rather perceptive google search, then clearly you think data […]
A Guide to Installing Plex Media Server on your Synology NAS with the DSM 7 If you have been looking at buying a NAS drive for Plex to use as your own private Netflix, then there is a very good chance that you have heard the name ‘Synology’. They are the brand that produces some […]