Nas for video studio

[Enquiries]

Hi, Robbie, Eddie
Studio simultaneous editing 4K video... QNAP TVS-H1288X-W1250-16G is the system we have in mind. Do you still recommend it, after 3 years? Thinking about 5-6 WD Gold 18T disks in RAID 5 or 6 (?) and 4 WD Red SA500 NAS SSD. (1 or 2 TB?) Does the Qnap come with NVME installed or needed to buy separately? Do you recommend RAM upgrade? We obviously want to maximise storage but have security as well (hence RAID6)
Feel free to shuffle!
Thank you very much!
Akos

[ed]

Thanks for reaching out! The QNAP TVS-H1288X-W1250-16G is still a strong choice for a video studio, especially for handling simultaneous 4K video editing. Here’s a breakdown of your planned setup and some additional recommendations:

QNAP TVS-H1288X-W1250-16G Overview:
Performance: This NAS is well-suited for intensive tasks like 4K video editing. It features a powerful Intel Xeon W-1250 processor and supports up to 128GB of RAM, which is great for multi-user environments.
Storage and RAID Configuration: Using 5-6 WD Gold 18TB drives in RAID 6 is a good choice for balancing storage capacity and data security. RAID 6 offers protection against two drive failures, which is a smart move for critical video data.
SSD Caching:
WD Red SA500 NAS SSDs: Adding 4 SSDs for caching is a great idea to improve read/write speeds, which is crucial for video editing.
Capacity: Opting for 1TB or 2TB SSDs depends on your budget and how much cache you think you’ll need. For heavy 4K editing, 2TB SSDs would provide more headroom and better performance.
NVMe SSDs:
The QNAP TVS-H1288X does not come with NVMe SSDs pre-installed. You would need to purchase these separately if you want to use NVMe SSDs for additional caching or fast storage.
Recommendation: Using NVMe SSDs for caching or as a dedicated storage pool for your most frequently accessed projects can significantly boost performance. Look into options like the Samsung 970 EVO Plus or WD Black SN750.
RAM Upgrade:
Recommendation: Upgrading the RAM can help handle more simultaneous tasks and improve overall system responsiveness, especially with multiple editors working at the same time. Consider upgrading to at least 32GB or 64GB of RAM. This will give you plenty of room to manage large files and handle multiple editing sessions smoothly.
Final Thoughts:
The QNAP TVS-H1288X-W1250-16G remains a highly recommended choice for your needs, even after 3 years. It’s capable of handling intensive 4K editing workflows with ease, especially when paired with the right SSDs and sufficient RAM.

Your planned configuration with RAID 6 for the WD Gold 18TB drives ensures both capacity and data security. Adding 4 WD Red SA500 SSDs for caching and considering NVMe SSDs for additional speed enhancements will make sure your studio runs efficiently.

Feel free to adjust the storage setup based on your specific workflow needs, but this setup looks well-balanced for maximizing storage capacity and performance while maintaining data security.