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Hi Robbie, great videos ! I'm new to NAS but settled on QNAP 464 so i can create a media server, photos and music along with normal back up for my other stuff. What Im not clear about (even after watching your video on the subject) is what is the best op sys to load. I know you suggested a celeron is too weak to handle ZFS but then why is QNAP offering it for my model -- thankfully i was able to increase the RAM. Im hoping you can provide the proper direction I should move in -- and yes i will want to use Plex or Jelly fin and will set up on internet so my family can access movies and photos. Thanks in advance! Glenn Kopriva
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Thanks for the kind words! It’s great to hear you’ve chosen the QNAP 464 for your NAS setup!
Regarding your question, I understand the confusion. Let me break it down:
QTS vs. QUTS:
QTS (QNAP Turbo System) is the more common operating system for most QNAP NAS models, and it's optimized for general use cases like file storage, backup, and media servers. It's a solid, feature-packed OS and works well with Plex and Jellyfin for media streaming. This OS is what most users will use for standard NAS needs.
QUTS (QNAP Unified Storage) is based on ZFS and is meant for more advanced use cases where you need better data protection, performance, and scalability, particularly for enterprise environments. While it offers many great features, it does come with higher hardware demands, especially on the CPU side.
Why QNAP Offers ZFS on Celeron-Based Models:
QNAP does offer ZFS support on the QNAP 464, but as I mentioned in the video, ZFS does require more CPU and memory resources, which is why it might not be ideal for a Celeron processor in general. However, QUTS with ZFS will still work, especially since you’ve upgraded your RAM to 16GB. That’ll help significantly, but the Celeron CPU might still become a bottleneck under heavier workloads.
What I Recommend:
If you're focused on media streaming (Plex, Jellyfin), photos, and regular backups, I recommend sticking with QTS. It’s easier on the hardware, and it offers all the features you'll need, including media server capabilities, access to apps, and smooth streaming.
If you need advanced features like snapshots, better data protection, and scalability and don't mind the higher CPU demands, then QUTS with ZFS would be your choice. Just keep an eye on the system’s performance, and you may need to tweak certain settings to avoid hitting bottlenecks.
