10-10-2025, 12:18 PM
Hi your information is fantastic. Based on the different videos and articles, it seems like the 24 series (DS224+) vs DS423+, the older ones fare better in your reviews. I am interested in a small use case - mostly cloud backup. The desire is for Plex/Jellyfin but it seems like getting a mini PC is better to run streaming and use the Synology for just storage. I do want some future proofing so as you said, more drive bays = more scalability. I don't want to break the bank - lower than $900 - $1K. I am in the US so I can use BHPhoto, Adorama, or a local store. Do you recommend 23 series over 24 series?