Hi,

Looking at the synology ds218+ vs Qnap 251d.

Purpose is to use as a simple back up and simple server.
2 adults and 1 kid in the house hold.
I will be using for accessing data from my workplace too...just word and pdf.

Will also be using for surveillance at home.

Sorry for the broad question, loving the forum and the YouTube video.

Appreciated. Cheers folks.

I currently have a Synology DS411+II 4-bay NAS and would like to buy newer, faster version. I have limited my options to the DS1019+ or the DS920+ (when it becomes available in the Netherlands).
Any recommendations about the better longer term option?

Backup and editing photos and video

My business partner and I are building a music studio and would like to have a server in order to efficiently work on multiple computers (we will have two different rooms, each with its own PC, but projects will need to be accessed in each room). While we will mainly be sharing project folders, we would also like to stream up to 4k video as well as share audio samples, photos, and other miscellaneous files. We’re curious which NAS would best fit our needs! Any help is greatly appreciated!

Currently have a Netgear ReadfyNAs NV+ V2 -
Which replacement NAS shouldf I buy?
Synology DS420J or the Netgear Ready Nas 214
Will be populating it with 4 x 4Tb Ironwolfs

I am considering moving from a desktop NAS (I currently have the Synology DS418play) to a 1U.
Honestly, I only use my NAS as a file storage box. I know it has a lot of capabilities and app support, but I am not taking advantage of that...
Requirements:
1U with 400mm depth limit, and 4 x 3.5" drives.

Looking around, seems like my 2 options are the Synology DS819 or the QNAP TS-451DeU.

Questions:
1. Am I missing any alternative?
2. Both those 1U NAS are priced at $599 in the US. Seems like technically the QNAP is better. Anyone compared those 2 NAS devices?
3. Should I decide to splurge and move to 2U (still with 400mm depth limit due to my rack) - what would be a better alternative to the above, keeping budget reasonable? (I could not see anything for less than $1200 which is exactly 2x the price...)

Thanks!

After finding NAS Compares, I’ve Just got a DS 1019+, first thing I did was setup time machine backup from my 2013 MacBook Pro, followed the guides, Backup seems to Start ok, but when it gets above say 10gb, it fails and says I need to start a new backup, any ideas what’s wrong please ?

Will this unit drive 4K out the HDMI port to a 4K TV, I store 4K video and want to watch the 4K on the TV

Hi there,

I am thinking of buying a NAS. I've been watching many of the videos to get an idea of what I was getting into, and try to figure out which models is best for my need.

But I must admit, I am super confused.

I would want to use the Nas to store the video and photos currently stored in my PC. And to play it on Smart TV and Smartphone in my home network.

Budget? I would say up to 1350£

I am holding on the purchase after reading this thread: https://ask.nascompares.com/question/ple...ice-please

I thought I could go for a 918+ (or 1019+ ?) or an equivalent from QNAP (is it the TS-453?) but I am no longer sure that these models will be able to play the videos I have. Many of the videos are from a GoPro in 4k. There should not be a need for transcoding on these videos. But I am also a few DVD I would like to transfer, and these would required subtitles (so transcoding?)

Many thanks

Ways to index files that are accessible to windows OS.
Does QNAP or Synology have indexed shared folder or DAM server ( exif iptc xmp ...) ?
Qsirch not work / available on my QNAP 231 !!