Hi, Big fan of your videos and wanted to see if I could get some guidance on buying a new NAS. I'm replacing a Drobo 5N and want to hold at least 300-400 movies and TV shows or more. I believe most of files are MKV or Mp4 files. I've been looking forever for a Synology 9020+ but can't find them at all or way above my budget. So, Now I've been looking at the Synology 1522+ but worried about the lack of a graphics chip like the 9020+ has. I've went through a lot of your videos and it seems the 1522 holds up pretty well except for some really complicated big files. I wanted to know if the 1522 was a good option and more of an explanation on how to take the load off the cpu if possible if I used these files. In the video you mentioned the client side and I was a little confused if there was some way to mitigate not having you in this model or if it's even necessary. I would run everything from Mac Mini which I've should work. Thanks for any help you can offer. I appreciate it. -John

Hi Guys, I really enjoy your reviews, so much so that I'm a little confused with which replacement NAS to purchase.
I currently have a DS412+ which is getting close to its use by date but still functioning. I have 3 Synology HAt5300 12tb disks on volume 1 and 1x Seagate 4TB for Volume 2.
I don't think I need to use an expansion unit in the future, as I have only used 9TB out of the 21 available on Volume 1.
Would you go for the 423+ or the 920+ (I can get one)
I am leaning towards the 423+ and using one or 2 of the NVMe slots and adding the 4GB of RAM.
Or should I get the 920+ and go up to 8GB RAM (is 2GB RAM that much different) and using the NVME slots as well. Or would the NVMe cards be an over kill?
Or should I just wait until another version comes out with all the bells and whistles later. I primarily use the NAS for PLEX and storing documents and family photos.
I don't think the 1GBE Port is a deal breaker as I only have a 1GBE Zytel GS1100-24E switch. Thanks in Advance.

I would like to pay you to help me learn teh Synology DS1823xs+

I want help in securing it correctly and setting it up as a media server as well as jsut showing me around.

Hello gentlemen, I’ve stumbled upon your Chanel and website and learned a lot! But, with so many options and little details that I might have missed or don’t understand, I still have to ask and for help. After all the research I’ve been doing lately, it appears that Synology and QNAP are the top brands. The thing is, Synology doesn’t rate the highest with movies and QNAP has had security issues. Then there is Asustor which appears to have bang for your buck. I’ve reviewed Synology DS923+, DS423 QNAP TS464, ts453B, tvs1688, and now Asustor Lockerstor. I am struggling in picking one. But I do kind of like that Asustor. What would you guys recommend for Movie watching, and general back up for the household? I do want the option of streaming while away from home as well.

Hi. Firstly thanks for your informative YouTube videos. I am looking to purchase a QNAP NAS for 4K video editing (2 studio based editors, 1 remote). Can we purchase this through you or do you provide a (paid) consulting service to advise please? Many thanks! Peter

Hi there,

I have a Drobo 5D with 3 x 4TB WD NAS Red drives. This is connected to a Mac Mini via a TB2 connection which also acts as a Plex server

Looking to migrate to a supported NAS device, given Drobo is defunct. Prefer to keep it directly attached to the Mac (presume TB3 upgrade) and would like the easiest way to migrate.

Having at least 5 bays would be good to allow for additional storage.

I have seen the recent NAS announcements by UGreen with attractive pricing, but I am worried about the quality, given they are new to this market.

Would like some ideas of devices to look out for good prices on.

Thanks.

I am going to purchase the QNAP TS-664 with 6 WD Red 22TB to use as my Plex server. I plan to have the drive in my room so it is closer to my computer to add files to it. My modem is in the living room and i was wondering the best router/switch to run from my room to the modem? Also should I use CAT5, 6, or 7 cables?

Good day and thank you for this amazing service

I write to ask what is the max hd capacity I can use in a bay on ds918+

I currently have 3 x 8tb WD Red and 1 x 3tb and the latter I won't to upgrade to a minimum 12tb

I have read on Reddit 16tb will work but on synology unofficial forum they say 12tb

So I thought I would ask an expert

Kindly Simon

I have a mini pc I'll use as a Plex server, and now I need a storage layer of some sort. So, I decided to go for a NAS. Quicksync is not a must, since I already have that in my mini pc. I also want to store personal files, like photos and videos. I prioritize low power usage and easiness of use at the lowest possible price. 10GBE (or 2.5GBE) is a nice to have, and could be added later. I've been looking at Synology DS923+ and QNAP TS-464. Of the two, Synology seems more suited, due to its software. I'm wondering if I can get something cheaper at the expense of processing power, or other. I don't mind the DIY route, although I'd skip countless hours of configuration, and appreciate what Synology (or QNAP) provide out of the box. Thanks!

Hello.

I have been researching external thunderbolt RAID enclosures to manage through a "stripped" Macbook pro that is now in a server capacity on our home network. I would like to archive all of my music and photos as well as have a second location for Time Machine backups.

In my reading there are active debates regarding HW RAID and SW RAID. There also seems to be a varied set of opinions when it comes to solid state, or enterprise grade spinning media.

Lastly, noise... I have read that OWC and others are VERY noisy and I do not want that issue to come along for the ride when I pull the proverbial trigger on a storage solution.

At the end of the day, I am in search of a reliable RAID enclosure that offers reliability, value and relative quiet. I don't think I need RAID 5, but defer to your expertise on whether RAID 1 is enough for my application. I would also like to be able to monitor the health of the drives. The MB P is a 2013 13" w/ Intel i7, 500 MB & 16 GB.