Need a NAS recommendation

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I have 7 1-2 TB hard drives and I really need a solution that I won't lose everything on one if it dies.

Not sure where to start at all. Thanks!

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Thanks for reaching out! For a setup with 7 drives and the need for redundancy, you’ll definitely want to go with a NAS that supports RAID configurations to avoid losing everything if one drive fails.

Given that you’re starting with 25TB of storage and want protection, I’d recommend considering a RAID 5 or RAID 6 setup, both of which offer redundancy:

RAID 5 requires at least 3 drives and will give you protection against one drive failure.
RAID 6 offers even more protection, as it can tolerate two drive failures. This might be a good option since you have 7 drives, and with RAID 6, you’d have two drives for redundancy.
Here are a couple of new models to consider for your budget:

Synology DS923+: This is a fantastic choice with 4 drive bays, ideal for both home and small office use. It offers great performance for file sharing, backups, and media streaming. It supports RAID 5 and RAID 6, so you can set it up for redundancy with your 7 drives. The DSM software is intuitive, and it also supports future expansion if you want to add more storage later.

QNAP TS-464: Another solid option, especially if you're looking for a 4-bay NAS. The TS-464 has a powerful processor and supports both RAID 5 and RAID 6 configurations, so it's well-suited for your needs. It also supports high-performance tasks like media streaming and file sharing and comes with the option to expand your storage with a QNAP expansion unit if needed.

Both of these models are excellent for redundancy, high availability, and future growth. If you’re open to expanding your storage, both NAS options can accommodate more drives down the line, ensuring you won’t outgrow your setup too quickly.