Synology DS725+ NAS Revealed – A Compact Yet Powerful 2-Bay Upgrade The Synology DS725+, officially (well..photos were taken at an official event!) unveiled at the March 12th, 2025 Synology event, serves as the latest refresh of the brand’s high-performance 2-bay NAS lineup, succeeding the DS723+. This compact yet capable NAS continues to target small businesses, […]
A New Synology 8-Bay NAS Has Been Leaked Online UPDATE 13-03-25 (watch this video or this article on NASCompares) Following the initial leaks and speculation surrounding the Synology DS1825+, we now have confirmed specifications that provide a much clearer picture of this 8-bay NAS refresh. The biggest takeaway is that many of my original predictions […]
Synology DS1825xs+ NAS Revealed The Synology DS1825xs+ is the latest high-performance eight-bay NAS, succeeding the DS1823xs+, and bringing notable improvements in network flexibility and expansion options. While it retains the AMD Ryzen V1780B quad-core processor, making it an enterprise-class storage solution for demanding workloads, the most significant change in this refresh is the updated network […]
Synology DS625slim NAS News The Synology DS625slim marks the return of the Slim series, succeeding the DS620slim, which was first introduced in 2019. Designed for compact, high-speed storage, this new iteration brings networking improvements and retains the six 2.5-inch drive bays, making it ideal for users who require a small yet powerful NAS for SSD-based […]
Synology DS225+ NAS News The Synology DS225+ is the latest two-bay NAS in Synology’s refreshed 2025 product lineup, replacing the DS223+. While this new model retains the same Intel J4125 quad-core processor, its networking and expansion capabilities have been modernized to meet current performance expectations. The key upgrade is the transition from 1GbE to dual […]
Synology DS425+ NAS Revealed The Synology DS425+ is the latest iteration in Synology’s four-bay NAS lineup, succeeding the DS423+, and introducing incremental but important upgrades in networking and expansion connectivity. Unlike some of the more significant refreshes in Synology’s 2025 NAS lineup, the DS425+ retains the Intel J4125 quad-core processor, a chip that has been […]
Synology DS1525+ NAS News The Synology DS1525+ is the latest five-bay NAS, designed as a successor to the DS1522+, and introducing notable improvements in processing, network speed, and storage expansion. The most significant change in this model is the upgrade from the AMD R1600 dual-core, four-thread processor to the AMD V1500B quad-core, eight-thread CPU, bringing […]
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 […]
The Synology Beestation BST170-8T NAS Coming Soon The range of solutions on offer from Synology, arguably the most popular brand in the world of Network Attached Storage (NAS), is pretty diverse. Though the brand has been rather restrained in recent years in terms of its consumer hardware, they are still one of the most well-regarded […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
HexOS NAS Software Beta Early Review – TrueNAS for Noobs? HexOS is a NAS operating system in its infancy, introduced as a beta product with the aim of revolutionizing how home users, small businesses, and creative professionals manage data storage and applications. Unlike established solutions such as TrueNAS Core or Unraid, HexOS prioritizes simplicity and […]
The Best 8-Bay NAS Drives to Buy Right Now in 2024/2025 When exploring NAS solutions for business in 2024, 8-Bay NAS drives stand out as a significant upgrade in both capability and professionalism. While NAS devices are commonly used in homes and small businesses for basic storage, the 8-Bay models represent a major advancement. These […]
A Guide to the Best 4-Bay NAS Drives to Buy Right Now For professionals moving from cloud storage to private servers, 4-Bay NAS devices have become the go-to choice in 2024. Offering large storage capacities of up to 24TB per drive and enhanced redundancy for data protection, these systems stand out for their reliable hardware […]
The Best 2 HDD NAS of 2024 When searching for a new data storage solution, a 2-bay NAS often strikes the perfect balance between affordability and capacity, especially for beginners or first-time server owners. While the initial drawback of a 50% storage loss with RAID 1 (mirroring across two drives) remains, recent advancements have made […]