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Software for ripping Blu Rays on Qnap and Synology

Software for ripping Blu Rays on Qnap and Synology

I’ve been lightly using DS214Play with two 4 terabyte WD for music, and just started ripping movies (mostly old, small files (noir)). Only using 12%. Should I be thinking of replacing this seven year old system? And can you recommend software for ripping Blu Rays? I bought WinxDVD for pc and then for Mac, as […]

How to reset your Synology to factory settings

How to reset your Synology to factory settings

resetting NasSynology  ds220+ I have set up My Synology ds220+ But put it as Raid 0 I would like to change this SHR. I know I have to reset the NAS after I’ve backed up my files from my NAS. How do I do a complete reset of the Nas? Your help will be appreciated […]

How to set up Plex on Synology and move files from external drives

How to set up Plex on Synology and move files from external drives

How to set up Plex on Synology and move files from external drives   First of all, you need to go to Package Center and install Plex app Then you can open File Station and Plex shared folder. Create a Movies and TV series folder to keep things separate. If you can no see Plex […]

Synology release RS2421+​ and RS2421RP+

Synology release RS2421+​ and RS2421RP+

Synology release RS2421+​ and RS2421RP+   processor Processor model AMD Ryzen V1500B Number of CPUs 1 Processor architecture 64-bit Processor clock 4-core 2.2 GHz Hardware encryption engine (AES-NI) Memory System memory 4 GB DDR4 ECC UDIMM Pre-installed memory modules 4 GB (4 GB x 1) Total memory slots 2 Maximum memory capacity 32 GB (16 […]

Synology release RS2821RP+

Synology release RS2821RP+

Synology release RS2821RP+ processor Processor model AMD Ryzen V1500B Number of CPUs 1 Processor architecture 64-bit Processor clock 4-core 2.2 GHz Hardware encryption engine (AES-NI) Memory System memory 4 GB DDR4 ECC UDIMM Pre-installed memory modules 4 GB (4 GB x 1) Total memory slots 2 Maximum memory capacity 32 GB (16 GB x 2) […]

Synology DSM update 6.2.4-25556

Synology DSM update 6.2.4-25556

(2021-03-22) What’s New Users can now set 10 email addresses to receive system notifications. Enhanced domain database synchronization performance by syncing only altered data. Supports bad block detection on Synology SSDs. Supports the updating of Synology HDD and SSD firmware directly via DSM. Improved fan speed control based on the Synology network interface card temperature […]

Synology adds 800GB NVMe SSD to their SNV3400 and SNV3500 range

Synology adds 800GB NVMe SSD to their SNV3400 and SNV3500 range

Synology adds 800GB NVMe SSD to their SNV3400 and SNV3500 range UK  USA Hardware Specifications SNV3400-400G SNV3500-400G SNV3400-800G SNV3500-800G General Capacity 400 GB 400 GB 800 GB 800 GB Form Factor M.2 2280 M.2 22110 M.2 2280 M.2 22110 Interface NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe PCIe 3.0 […]

QNAP TS-873A vs Synology DS1821+ NAS Drive Comparison

The Synology DS1821+ vs QNAP TS-873A NAS Compared The choice for businesses that are making the move away from third-party cloud services, or those looking to add a NAS to the existing multi-tier data strategy, has never been larger than in 2021. Right now, for businesses looking at a reliable desktop solution to wrap their […]

QNAP TVS-672X vs Synology DS1621xs+ NAS Drive Comparison

The Synology DS1621xs+ vs QNAP TVS-672X NAS Compared Do you remember when 10 Gigabit ethernet was the cutting-edge and at a premium price? It doesn’t seem so long ago that investing in a 10Gbe setup for home or business could cost 5 figures, even in its most modest form. Fast forward to 2021 and not […]

QNAP TS-673A vs Synology DS1621+ NAS Drive Comparison

The Synology DS1621+ vs QNAP TS-673A NAS Compared The choice for businesses that are making the move away from third-party cloud services, or those looking to add a NAS to the existing multi-tier data strategy, has never been larger than in 2021. Right now, for businesses looking at a reliable desktop solution to wrap their […]

Synology RS1221+ vs QNAP TS-873AU NAS Rackmount Compared

The Synology RS1221+ vs QNAP TS-873AU NAS Compared The appeal of rackmount servers to prosumer and medium-sized businesses has really grown in recent years. In the past, rack profile storage was largely confined to big business and enterprise users, thanks to hefty price tags and architecture that largely required on-site technical assistance. Fast forward to […]

Synology Moments/Photos – is face recognition and filters any good?

Synology Moments/Photos – is face recognition and filters any good?

Robbie, if my memory does not fail me, while talking about Moments a year or two ago you mentioned that “one may have to create that one has albums manually”. I did not think about it until now where the need came up: I’ve got about 30k photos from my and my wife’s phones, tablets, […]

Synology launches 10GbE / 25GbE network cards E25G21-F2 and E10G21-F2

Synology launches 10GbE / 25GbE network cards E25G21-F2 and E10G21-F2

Synology launches 10GbE / 25GbE network cards E25G21-F2 and E10G21-F2 E25G21-F2 Dual-port SFP28 add-in card designed to accelerate bandwidth-intensive workflows General Host Bus Interface PCIe 3.0 x8 Bracket Height Low Profile and Full Height Size (Height x Width x Depth) 69 mm x 168 mm x 17.3 mm Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to […]