01-05-2024, 03:57 PM
Thanks for reaching out. Considering your current Drobo setup and the desire for faster speeds, transitioning to a Synology NAS could be a solid move. The SHR (Synology Hybrid RAID) is akin to Drobo's drive mixing capability. However, do note that transferring data to the new NAS might require manual effort.
Given your usage scenario with music and photography, a Synology NAS like the [DS923+] would be a great fit. With its AMD Ryzen R1600 processor and 4GB DDR4 ECC RAM, it offers a performance boost.
Now, regarding the network speed, your 1GB CAT-5 network might pose a bottleneck. To fully unleash the potential of a faster NAS, consider upgrading to a faster network infrastructure like [CAT-6] or even [CAT-6a]. This can significantly enhance data transfer speeds within your home network.
For smoother photo access on your Apple Studio Ultra, having a separate DAS (Direct Attached Storage) for photography might indeed be a good strategy. It allows for dedicated and fast access to your photography files without affecting other NAS functions. Explore DAS options compatible with your Apple Studio Ultra for an optimized workflow.
Feel free to use the NAS Finder Tool
https://nascompares.com/nas-builder/
Given your usage scenario with music and photography, a Synology NAS like the [DS923+] would be a great fit. With its AMD Ryzen R1600 processor and 4GB DDR4 ECC RAM, it offers a performance boost.
Now, regarding the network speed, your 1GB CAT-5 network might pose a bottleneck. To fully unleash the potential of a faster NAS, consider upgrading to a faster network infrastructure like [CAT-6] or even [CAT-6a]. This can significantly enhance data transfer speeds within your home network.
For smoother photo access on your Apple Studio Ultra, having a separate DAS (Direct Attached Storage) for photography might indeed be a good strategy. It allows for dedicated and fast access to your photography files without affecting other NAS functions. Explore DAS options compatible with your Apple Studio Ultra for an optimized workflow.
Feel free to use the NAS Finder Tool
https://nascompares.com/nas-builder/