01-19-2024, 03:47 PM
Hey! Considering your setup and use case, the upgrade to the Synology DS723+ seems like a solid choice for your home network. Since you're mainly playing back MKV, MP4, and some older AVI files directly to an LG TV without using Plex, the absence of hardware transcoding on the DS723+ shouldn't impact your experience negatively. You'll still enjoy smooth playback of your media files.
Your plan to start with two Seagate IronWolf 4TB drives is a good call, offering a decent amount of storage. If you're thinking about adding SSDs later for extra storage and speed, keep in mind that the DS723+ supports SSD caching, which can enhance performance.
Your plan to start with two Seagate IronWolf 4TB drives is a good call, offering a decent amount of storage. If you're thinking about adding SSDs later for extra storage and speed, keep in mind that the DS723+ supports SSD caching, which can enhance performance.