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I am struggling with deciding between a new NAS as a first time buyer. I've narrowed it down to four options - Syn 1522+, Syn 1621+, QNAP TS-646, and QNAP TS-673A.

I have a couple of EXOS 12TB drives that I would like to use and the flexibility of SHR is appealing for future expansion with larger HDD's within the unit. However, the lack of it being on the compatibility list for the 1522 is raising a red flag for support down the road.

The 464 is an appealing option, particularly with the 2.5gbe connections, but I would be tied to filling the NAS with 12tb drives if I stick with the HDD's I have, and the security issues of the past cause me pause a bit.

Then, there is looking at that next tier with 1621+ which is compatible with my drives but seems like I am paying more just to make sure my drives work (and hope that Syn doesn't drop them later). At which point, the 673A becomes comparable with specs and internal expansion.

Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

The QNAP TS-646 is a good choice if you're looking for a NAS that offers flexibility in terms of drive configuration and good connectivity options. With its four drive bays, you'll be able to use your two 12TB drives, and have room for expansion in the future. The 2.5GbE ports provide good network connectivity, and the NAS has plenty of features and apps to satisfy most home or small office use cases.

The Synology 1522+ and 1621+ are also good choices, but as you mentioned, compatibility with your drives might be an issue. The QNAP TS-673A is another good option, but it has more drive bays than you need right now, and it might be more expensive than the TS-646.

Overall, the TS-646 is a good balance of price, features, and flexibility, and should be a reliable and capable NAS for your needs.





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https://nascompares.com/2022/10/21/qnap-...-your-nas/