Perhaps you could do a video on backing up from a Synology NAS (or other brand) to a UNAS. UNAS has good options for backing up its data but it has been hard for me to find a way to backup to the UNAS, which is what I purchased it for.
My current method is to map UNAS shares in Synology and then use a rsync script in Synology Task Manager to backup to those mapped folders.
I started with the script:
rsync -av /volume1/SynologyFolder /volume1/backups/UNAS_Mapped_Folder
That worked but was extremely slow. I then found out I could run multiple instances in parralel so I moved to this script, running on the Synology (with a lot more folders not listed here):
rsync -av --exclude='@eaDir*' /volume1/music /volume1/backups/UNAS_Share &
rsync -av --exclude='@eaDir*' /volume1/photo /volume1/backups/UNAS_Share &
wait
Unifi support informs me that installing rsync through SSH on the UNAS would violate support so the indirect folder method seems to be all I can do. An app would be much prefered.

Hello, I'm looking to make a Plex Media Server with multiple devices streaming at once, including away from home. Also, I need it for Apple Time Machine back ups. Is it possible doing this with a Unifi NAS? I ask because I'm building a smart home using a ton of Unifi products so I figured I'd see if I could stay in that ecosystem. If not, could you recommend a rack mountable NAS? Thank you

I wish for a NAS with which i can remove the dependency on google photos. i would install opensource apps like jellyfin and immich alongwith other apps on the NAS. kindly suggest a robust solution which would last atleast 10 years. also could you suggest how to maintain it.

I currently have about 3 TB of storage. It's likely to increase, but not drastically and certainly not quickly.

I'd like a NAS that will last me years, and I feel like the current landscape is a bit outdated (Synology, QNAP, etc.), so I'm not sure if it's best to wait for new models, or do something else.

I'll primarily be using it to stream music and video to Plex, to run apps on Docker, and to do automated backups of my Mac and PC. For Plex, I would primarily be streaming a single source of HD or 4K video from my house. The NAS would be in the same room as the TV, so I'd want something that is not too noisy.

I was thinking of going with RAID 5 so there was a bit of redundancy in case of an error. Perhaps starting with 3 drives, and expanding to 4 later on. I'm also open to getting a 6-bay NAS, if that's a better option.

I'm fairly techy savvy. Any help would be very much appreciated. Thank you in advance.

I'm new to NAS, purchased a UGreen 4800 plus and haven't been able in two weeks to access the UGreen app and have great difficulty connecting using my Mini Mac, often I can't connect for a day. I've checked out several FB support groups but they all assume you are already well versed on NAS which I am not. I tried the UGreen customer support but I have a feeling they are extremely understaffed. What I would really appreciate is someone that I can talk to and go over my issues, some of which are likely due to my inexperience.

Thanks,
Brent

Hello,

I just bought a NAS Synology DS225+ (with 2GB RAM) and I read that you need 6GB RAM to use the face recognition in Synology Photo.
The Synology 4GB RAM is extremely expensive 166,60 €
https://www.synology.com/en-eu/products/store/D4NS01-4G

Therefor I consider buying 4GB 3rd party RAM, but I am not sure which one to buy. I found this one from Amazon, but it is 2400Mhz and I think it must be 2666Mhz. I have no idea how important this is 2400 or 2666Mhz.

If you can advise me which is a good brand or better to buy the very expensive Synology RAM.

Thanks in advance,
Guy

link to Amazon 4GB RAM
https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-PC4-19200-260-Pin-Compatible-Systems/dp/B019FRDKWI/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3MUQYXCCBGEQN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._Y99hef18Isns6w_-Jj_Nevb6J1ipO-x-J4wns7Kq3HgqJfDhiJ1cqwaaT4InO34OBpzUX0U6cv3Gl0NBx-1vk8CUfxpyIDBsS3hIhZzxShMX30rlvTSKq0WzAXzZvWaKCPoOWHgzrlERAPWT8fb3OBWfUl8RdcE5NlRDtjKl32ObeHw3o68xfpIVa5lqiHwntBHUodGBhvEJh2fiG3AntbzM5gJI8jD0kbSe20vHwY.BCgh1FuyB9xJ6n8kfrD_fhFoFvQ

Hey there!
I'd like to know if non-Synology hard drives work in the Synology DX525. Unfortunately, Synology's website is pretty vague on this topic.


If non-Synology HDDs do not work in the DX525, I will have to look for alternatives to Synology, as the Seagate 26TB Factory Recertified is not recognised in a DX517 on a DS1821+. These HDDs are recognised without any problems in a DX513 connected to a DS916+. This is really poor performance from Synology!

Thank you for your help!

Hi,
I have been using a DS220j for four years for backup, storage and as a media server. With increasing use of DSM—especially Surveillance Station (five cameras)—the system has reached its limits. CPU load is moderate, but RAM usage is constantly above 50%, and since adding a 4K camera, responsiveness (DSM UI) has decreased.
I am considering DS225+, 425+, 725+ or 925+. Two bays are sufficient today, but I want to avoid reaching hardware limits again. I use 8 TB and 12 TB IronWolf drives in SHR; storage is adequate.
Current apps: Synology Drive, Cloud Sync, Media Server, Surveillance Station.
Planned: Docker/Container Manager for network monitoring and home automation, possibly a small web server.
Noise is irrelevant; power consumption matters.
Key considerations:
• 2-bay or 4-bay?
• Celeron or AMD Ryzen (future proof CPU!)?
• RAM?
• HDD compatibility?
• Enough power for Surveillance Station?
Should I buy now or wait for new models?
Thanks and best regards,
Falk

I have a Synology NAS 920+. I use it to store family videos and photos. Also for Plex Media server, but I also store my Graphic Design files in it. I just bought 2 500 GB SSDs (Samsung SSD 980). I need advice if I should set up as "Read-and-Write" or "Read" only. Thanks.

Hi guys. I'm forced to upgrade my old NAS - a very old QNAP TS-559 Pro II which I've had so long I can't remember! - definitely more than 15 years, perhaps going on nearly 20.. anyway, due to company policy my corporate Win11 laptop enforces secure SMB which my old NAS can no longer support, with the result that my main "daily driver" computer can no longer connect to it's shares... So, I have to replace it... since I know QNAP well, I'm looking at the TS-433-4G, but I'm also weighing up the Synology DS425+... where I am the QNAP is about £100 cheaper. I know either will be a night & day improvement... My use case is basic filesharing/backup. anyone have any thoughts on whether the extra £100 is worth it?