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Which RAM Is Best For The Synology DS1819+? I Am After 32 GB RAM

Which RAM Is Best For The Synology DS1819+? I Am After 32 GB RAM

  There are for official RAM sticks which are compatible with Synology DS1819+ D4ECSO-2400-16G 16GB DDR4 ECC SO-DIMM D4NESO-2400-4G 4GB DDR4 SO-DIMM (EOL) D4NS2133-4G 4GB DDR4 SO-DIMM (EOL) RAMEC2133DDR4SO-16G 16GB DDR4 ECC SO-DIMM You can also choose unofficial but still compatible RAM sticks from Crucial: Crucial 16GB DDR4-2666 ECC SODIMM DDR4 PC4-21300 • CL=19 • […]

Qnap or Synology NAS vs custom build server

Qnap or Synology NAS vs custom build server

Qnap or Synology NAS vs custom build server Firstly, I watch your YouTube channel all the time and think it’s great! I’m in a bit of a bind and I’m hoping you can advise me on this. I currently have a VERY loud old JBOD living in the wardrobe in my bedroom, hooked up to […]

Netgear Orbi vs Synology mesh system

Netgear Orbi vs Synology mesh system

I am kind, lost between Netgear Orbi, and Synology mesh system. Which one is a true Wifi mesh system? Which one is the best performance when it comes to Wifi speed, and coverage? Is there a huge difference, between 2ac2200 vs ac3000? I was planning to get: 1x Synology Router RT2600ac.  (£200) 2x MR2200ac. (£400) […]

Upgrading the Synology DS1019+ from 8GB to 16GB

Upgrading the Synology DS1019+ from 8GB to 16GB

If upgrading the Synology 1019+ from 8GB to 16GB, can I use either of the Crucial (8Gbx2) 1600 MT/s or 1866 MT/s version? Also, would the same Crucial (8Gbx2) kit work for the DS918+?   DS1019+ just like DS918+ feature exactly the same CPU and therefore supports exactly the same RAM. I would suggest Crucial […]

Wi-Fi Dongle for a Synology NAS

Wi-Fi Dongle for a Synology NAS

I need to know what is the dongle Wi-Fi compatible with DS418   Asus USB-AC56 adapter Wi-Fi Dongle Synology products can join an existing wireless network or turn into a wireless access point (hotspot) by simply plugging a USB wireless dongle into your Synology products. The wireless dongles that have been tested on the Synology […]

Synology DiskStation DS218+ NAS wireless capability with MR2200ac Mesh Router

Synology DiskStation DS218+ NAS wireless capability with MR2200ac Mesh Router

Can the Synology DiskStation DS218+ NAS be attached to the new Synology MR2200ac Mesh Router to eliminate the need for a 3rd party USB wireless network adapter? I want to give my Synology DiskStation DS218+ NAS wireless capability without the necessity of purchasing a potentially unreliable USB wireless network adapter that might not be compatible […]

Fastest USB WiFi adapter for PC, Laptop, Qnap, Synology

Fastest USB WiFi adapter for PC, Laptop, Qnap, Synology

QNAP file transfer speed. Got a QNAP TS-251A with two WD 4TB HDD, have connected it with a single LAN to the router and set up various folders as mapped network locations. When transferring files from my wifi connected desktop over to the NAS via cut and paste function I’m getting transfer speeds of about 0.5 – […]

Synology 10gbe slow network speeds

Synology 10gbe slow network speeds

I have been watching a lot of your videos about upgrading to 10gbe network for the Synology 1618+. I purchased the Synology (E10G18-T1) card and a Aquantia (AQN-107) for an older desktop computer. I also purchased a NETGEAR Nighthawk S8000 8-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Plus Gaming Switch (GS808E), but the best transfer speeds I get […]

Synology 8 bay NAS DiskStation DS1819+ OR QNAP TS-873

Synology 8 bay NAS DiskStation DS1819+ OR QNAP TS-873

Hello, and thank you so much for your help. I need some solid advice on what NAS to choose, either the Synology 8 bay NAS DiskStation DS1819+ OR QNAP TS-873-4G-US. I plan on filling each bay with 10TB. When I purchase them, I plan on starting with 4x10TB at first in RAID5/SHR then add more […]

Mac Compatible Data Migration Software for Synology NAS

Mac Compatible Data Migration Software for Synology NAS

Hi there, big fan. Thanks for all your information. I just purchased the Synology DS418play. I am building a home office database for my photography business. I currently use several 3TB drives in docking stations for my archive process, no raid system, just individual drives duplicated over time. I’m wondering what your best advice is […]

upgrade Ram NAS Synology DS414

upgrade Ram NAS Synology DS414

  upgrade Ram NAS Synology DS414 Message Body: HI. I buy Synology DS414 with 1 Gb Ram , i wold upgrade Memory 2G or 4G Have you a link where i can buy the upgrade?     Sorry but RAM is not up-gradable on this model. To increase the performance, consider replacing one or more […]

Does Synology spreadsheet support functions like importxml, importhtml, etc?

Does Synology spreadsheet support functions like importxml, importhtml, etc?

Synology spreadsheet I’ve never owned a NAS but thinking of getting one to replace Google drive. Question: Does Synology spreadsheet support functions like importxml, importhtml, etc? If not, any third-party add-on for this? If not, what happens when that Googlesheet is imported into Synology spreadsheet? If not, any other NAS that supports these functions? Synology […]

Synology RS814 compatible with DSM 7?

Synology RS814 compatible with DSM 7?

Info on Synology RS814 I’ve got the possibility to buy it. In case, is it still a good device to store and share personal data (home usage)? Also, will it be updated to DSM 7?   The RS814 is still a reliable NAS. It’s hardware is rather weak, but it should not be a reason […]

How to use old NAS as a backup of the new Synology NAS

How to use old NAS as a backup of the new Synology NAS

I have recently purchased a DS718+ with 2 x 4TB in config raid 1. Im using this as a plex server for films and also storage for all my photos. I also have an old redundant DS214se with 2 x 1TB currently in a config of raid 1. I was thinking id like to setup […]

Synology DS119j NAS Review

Is the New Budget Synology DS119j NAS enough for you? With the release of the new DS119j NAS, when it comes to buying your first network attached storage device there are several reasons why the Synology range appeals to many. With a diverse range of hardware and storage options across a wide series of uses, […]

Budget 2.5Gbe PCIe NIC Upgrade Card Test

Where to find the Budget 2.5Gbe PCIe NIC Card for NAS and PCs With this PCIe Card, you can add a 10/100/1000/25000 Mbps Ethernet port to any PC through a PCIe slot.Fits any PCI Express x1, x2, x4, x8 or x16 socket; additional 8cm low-profile bracket provides the option for installation in small size HTPC […]

TVS-972XU i3 vs Synology RS1619XS+ video editing/rendering directly

TVS-972XU i3 vs Synology RS1619XS+ video editing/rendering directly

I am looking to invest in a NAS but am unsure of what is best although I am attracted to the Synology RS1619XS+ after looking around. Current infrastructure; home with cat5e hardwiring throughout the home. All wires go down to a centralised rack in the basement. Network run by DrayTek 2862 router + 3 x […]

Synology NAS and Teamviewer Beta Guide

New TeamViewer Application App for Synology NAS Test TeamViewer is a remarkably well known and well-established tool for those that are looking to access a PC, Mac, portable device or really any supported computer system remotely. Remote access and remote control of computer hardware is not a new thing and has in fact been around […]