10 best small nas

Product description

Synology DiskStation DS220j is an entrylevel network-attached storage for your household to store and share photos videos documents and all types of personal data The 2-bay private cloud solution provides complete and intuitive data protection approaches for you to easily back up computer data and mobile photos with just a few clicks

• 24/7 file server for your household to store share and backup personal data
• Award-winning DiskStation Manager (DSM) brings intuitive operation flow and reduces learning curve
• Access and share data with any Windows macOS and Linux computers or mobile devices
• Integrated media server to support multimedia content streaming
• Freely access private cloud files on-the-go and back up mobile photos with iOS and Android apps

User questions & answers

Question:	Can it be used as a datastore for esxi or backup VMs
Answer:	Technically you can but not recommended. You will likely get terrible performance because the CPU and memory is not designed for this use case. 512MB RAM is very low for a datastore. This model is really geared towards traditional file sharing and media streaming. You want something with higher CPU and read/wrtie caching like the DS218/DS218+.
Question:	Is the memory upgradable
Answer:	No, the DS220j only supports 512MB
Question:	what physical size harddrives can be used
Answer:	Carlos is correct. 16tb is the limit of the ds218j or 8tb in raid configuration and the DS220j is 2ea 12 Tb for a total of 24Tb or 12Tb, in used in a raid situation.
Question:	If single drive is installed initially, then 2nd drive is added later. does raid 1 get configured? or does both drive need to be installed together
Answer:	I installed one drive initially, and then added a second drive later. The second drive was automatically added as a Raid 1 drive.

Product features

Your own private cloud

DiskStation offers big storage capacity for housing your movies, photos, or important data, making it easy to create your own private cloud and maintain complete control over your data. Synology’s DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system simplifies the process of backing up your computers, accessing your files from anywhere, storing multimedia, and more.

*Performance figures may vary depending on the environment, usage, and configuration.

Easy file access

Access files on your Synology NAS over the Internet using QuickConnect. DiskStation allows you to synchronize your files across multiple devices or even across several locations, so you never have to go without your data.

Personal multimedia server

Turn your DiskStation into a home media hub to store your movies, TV shows, pictures, and MP3s. Centralize and organize your photos and videos in your private cloud for easy sharing and management.

Bulletproof backup

Control your data and keep your files safe. DSM makes it easy to backup files for all your devices and avoid accidental data loss. You can even backup data from your DiskStation to other devices or any major cloud storage provider.

24/7 security solution

Every DiskStation comes ready to be configured for home or office security. Just connect your IP cameras and use DiskStation to manage, monitor, and save all of your security footage. All without any monthly fees.

Total Protection

Synology devices are built with security in mind. Every DiskStation comes equipped with tools like Auto Block and Two Factor Authentication to help keep data safe and reduce the risk of unwanted parties from accessing the system. For even more security, DiskStation supports military-grade encryption technology giving you amazing protection.

Product description

A 1.3 GHz dual-core processor for high performance and ultra-fast transfer speeds. Up to 16TB of centralized storage for your entire network. Simple system management for personalized backup. Windows-Windows 10, Windows 8 or 8.1 Windows 7, Windows Vista, Mac OS X- El Capitan (Mac OS 10.11) Yosemite (Mac OS 10.10) Maverick (Mac OS 10.9) Mountain Lion (Mac OS 10.8) Lion (Mac OS 10 Note-Compatibility may vary depending on your computer’s hardware configuration and operating system).

• High-performance 1.3 GHz dual-core Processor for lag-free streaming
• 1GB of DDR3 Memory to multitask with ease
• Centralized network storage and access from anywhere
• Automatic file synching across all your computers
• Simplified file and folder sharing

User questions & answers

Question:	what if the NAS device fails? Can you remove the drives and put in another device to recover data or are they hardware layer encrypted
Answer:	Yes. A long story short, my WD My Cloud Mirror suffered a "blown out" ethernet port due to a lightening strike. I purchased the EX2 Ultra (diskless) and placed my old WD Red drives, that were in the My Cloud Mirror, and it worked flawlessly. It didn't skip a beat. I was up and running like nothing happened. I was so relieved that the content on the drives were unaffected!
Question:	Is the 8tb option include 1 drive at 8tbs or 2-4tb hdds
Answer:	2 4TB drives wich can then be run in a raid configuration.
Question:	Im assuming any advertised capacity would be half using raid
Answer:	Well, this is an old question, so nobody will see my glorious contribution; but here goes anyway! In order to use RAID 1, the two drives in use for that must be of the same size. They should be identical --- well nearly so. But, if one of the drives is slower than the other, the slower drive controls the speed (obviously). Two 6 TB drives in RAID 1, however, does not give you exactly 6 TB. There is a small part of the discs that gets assigned overhead duty to keep track of the status of the mirroring and to manage the mirroring. You could assume a high percentage --- maybe even more than 99%. I can't find any real figures for it, but since a 6 TB drive doesn't hold 6 TB anyway, you might just assume something like 5.98 TB for two nominal 6 TB drives in RAID 1. Keep in mind that RAID isn't free!! Not only is the capacity of the RAID array less than the combined capacity of the drives, there is also a performance hit because everything has to be written more than once and depending on which RAID (n) you choose, it may be split across several drives. Another consideration which I had not previously considered is the age of the drives. If you start with two identical drives, four years from now each of those drives will have been in service for, guess what, four years. If one of them fails, the other may not be long behind. Some folks (what we usually refer to as "THEY") would suggest a mix of drive ages. Your mileage may vary, as "they" say. :-)
Question:	Has anyone used this nas with plex
Answer:	I am going to buy the 4 bay version. If I can stream from Plex using 2 old Lenovo IX4-300D's than I am sure the ARMADA 388 1.6ghz chip will be fine for steaming from Plex. The Lenovo only has a 1.2ghz chip and ARMADA XP chip in it.

Product features

High-performance storage to stream, sync and share from anywhere

Organize your media collection in a single place on this high-performance NAS solution, and access it securely from anywhere. With My Cloud EX2 Ultra, you get ultra-fast transfer speeds for smooth HD streaming. Plus, you'll be able to automatically sync content across computers, easily share files and folders, and enjoy multiple backup options so you can create your own personalized system with ease.

Updated for smooth streaming

Upgraded with the powerful Marvell Armada 385 1.3GHz dual-core processor, you’ll get ultra-fast transfer rates for high performance streaming. It also comes with 1GB of DDR3 memory, so you can multitask with ease.

Sync your content across all your computers

With WD Sync, you can automatically synchronize your media and files across your computers and your My Cloud device, so you can be confident your content is always up to date and accessible with all your devices.

Simplified file and folder sharing

Easily customize how you share by using public or private links. With a public link, you can share your content so anyone can see it. Using a private link, you can grant a user limited or full-access and securely collaborate with anyone. Whether you’re on a shoot, or editing at home, you can save your creations at full fidelity and share with your entire network without missing a beat.

Enhanced data protection

With WD SmartWare Pro backup software, PC users can customize when and where their content is saved, while Mac users have full access to Apple Time Machine for personalized backup. You can even automatically back up your data to a separate My Cloud NAS device, or any supported cloud service like Amazon S3, or ElephantDrive. Combined with 256 AES volume encryption, you can securely store files across your entire network, regardless of OS.

Centralize, organize and stream with Plex

The Plex Media Server keeps all your photos, videos and music beautifully organized and prepared for streaming to your PC, mobile device, game console, or other media player. Enrich your media with plot summaries, posters, album covers and enjoy it from home or on the go. Complimentary 3-month trial now included with your purchase!

Milestone ARCUS surveillance software

With Milestone ARCUS surveillance software on your My Cloud EX2 Ultra, you get easy-to-use functionality to help you keep watch on what’s important. You’ll be able to view live feeds, recorded video, or export incidents to take immediate action from almost anywhere with your PC, smartphone or tablet with the free Milestone Mobile app. With more than 3,700 supported cameras to choose from and two free camera licenses included, this is the perfect surveillance solution for your home*.

*After installing the Milestone ARCUS app, a link will be provided within the software with direction for how to purchase additional camera licenses.

• Intel Pentium N3710 Quad-Core 1.6GHz Processor with 4GB DDR3L Memory
• Built-in video transcoding for HD streaming through Plex
• Centralized storage to organize media and improve your workflow
• Quick, easy setup and a robust Device Manager with My Cloud OS 3
• Comprehensive security through password protection and AES 256 bit volume encryption

User questions & answers

Question:	I'm getting 42 read and 60 write, is it normal speed? sounds very slow
Answer:	Yes it is, are you using a 10/100 ethernet switch; if so, that will slowdown the speed, use a gigabit ethernet switch (10/100/1000 Mbps GbE). That will increase the speed to over 100 mbps read/write.
Question:	What flavor of Linux does the PR4100 come installed with
Answer:	It's some form of Debian: Kernel 4.1.13 #1 SMP Fri Aug 5 11:21:08 CST 2016 Build-git3f24b4d x86_64 GNU/Linux
Question:	The device comes pre-installed with 4gb of ram. is that 1 stick of 4gb or 2 sticks of 2gb
Answer:	As previously stated. You can replace the (2)2GB set with (2)4GB or (2)8GB. You must use pairs. What you also need to know is these are low voltage SODIMM's. Did I say low voltage? Yes, low voltage.
Question:	can this download torrents
Answer:	http://support.wdc.com/knowledgebase/answer.aspx?ID=11046Literally googled this while on the toilet

Product description

Synology DiskStation DS920+ is an ideal network-attached storage solution designed to streamline data management and productivity. Two built-in M.2 SSD slots and Synology SSD Cache technology allow you to boost system I/O and application performance. With scalable storage design, DS920+ lets you start small and expand storage capacity with the Synology DX517 as your data grows.

• Two built-in M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots permit cache acceleration without occupying storage drive bays.
• Intel quad-core processor with AES-NI hardware encryption engine, over 225 MB/s sequential read and write throughput.
• 4 GB DDR4 memory (expandable up to 8 GB); Scalable up to 9 drives with Synology DX517
• Average 15% performance boost to photo indexing and other computing-intensive operations, as well as database response time.
• By default, two camera licenses are installed; extra licenses can be purchased (CLP1, CLP4, or CLP8)

User questions & answers

Question:	I want to back up all of my dvd's. will this hook up to my smart tv since it has usb ports? also, i have wifi and not ethernet. will it still work
Answer:	No, I'm afraid it's a very thick gage aluminum, and not flexible at all. That's our problem with where my wife wants it. She wants it coming out of the gutter on our Aluminum Patio Cover, but the gutter is built into it with no access from the top. So we're having to look at other possible locations for it.
Question:	how much storage space come with this device
Answer:	I only used the chain and this adapter
Question:	Can you install a 10gb nic in here
Answer:	Yes, I use a fairly heavy chain. As long as your gutter is sturdy.
Question:	How secure is this against malicious attacks? Does it have a firewall and anti-virus software
Answer:	About 2 1/4”. It comes with a reinforcing plate the exact size so you can oversized the hole you make in the gutter and that way it easily fits in. Use some roof cement to fasten and seal the plate and the gutter spout to the bottom of the gutter.

Product features

File sharing and syncing

With comprehensive support for network file sharing protocols — like CIFS, AFP, NFS, FTP and more — DiskStation allows the entire office to centralize files and collaborate on projects. Or synchronize files across multiple devices or even across several locations so remote teams can work together.

Your own personal multimedia server

DiskStation allows you to transcode H.265/H.264 4K videos to 1080p and stream them to high-definition TVs, digital media players, mobile handsets, and computers in the required format, making it easy to watch your entire multimedia library without having to install a 3rd party player.

Bulletproof backup

Maintain control of your data and ensure your files are safe with Synology. We provide secure, reliable, and affordable solutions that make it easy to backup files for all your devices and protect yourself from accidental data loss.

24/7 smart security solution

Surveillance Station delivers intelligent monitoring and video management tools such as managing multiple IP cameras with live streaming, integration of I/O modules and more to help safeguard all the important places in your life.

Easy file access with QuickConnect

Access your files anywhere, any time, over the Internet without the hassle of setting up port forwarding rules, DDNS, or other complicated network settings. QuickConnect allows you to connect via a simple customizable address so that you can instantly access media and work files on any Windows/Mac/Linux computer, laptop, or mobile device without additional charge.

More Than Just Storage

DS920+ is more than just storage, featuring a suite of add-on applications via Synology Package Center. With 90+ apps to choose from, you can transform your Synology NAS into an all-in-one server, cloud syncing host, multimedia hub, and much more.

Rest assured your data remains safe and secure

DiskStation offers an arsenal of security enhancements and tools to safeguard your data from malicious or snooping parties. You can block threats with the firewall, auto-blocking, and more. Audit configurations, detect weak passwords, and ensure the system remains free of vulnerabilities with the built-in Security Advisor. Lock down data storage and network communication with sophisticated AES encryption and SSL certification/Let’s Encrypt tools.

Integrate into your business environment

With the support of Windows AD, LDAP, and Domain Trust, DS920+ enables seamless account integration. Windows ACL support allows admins to fine-tune access controls and set up privileges to files and folders. For larger deployments, the Central Management System (CMS) application delivers a single-pane-of-glass admin console, where you can batch manage multiple Synology products by automating tasks and setting up policies.

Product description

Synology DiskStation DS620slim, made for a variety of server roles such as backup, file storage, email servers, and domain controllers!

Form Factor: NAS Tower Server

Internal File System Format: EXT4, Btrfs

Ports: 2 x RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port (with Link Aggregation / Failover support); 2 x USB 3.0 Port; Btrf File System for Advanced LUN iSCSI Service

Processor: Intel Celeron J3355 Dual-Core 2.0GHz 2MB CPU, Up To 2.5GHz Turbo

Memory: 6GB DDR3L Synology SDRAM Memory Memory

Storage: 12TB (6 x 2TB) 6Gb/s SATA 2.5" HDDs for High Capacity Storage

Power: Single Power Supply

Operating System: Synology DSM Software

Operating System Features:

File Access, Sharing and Sync

Data Backup with Deduplication and Compression Capabilities

Synology Drive, MailPlus, Chat, Calendar, Office, and Note Station

Multimedia Management

iSCSI Target Role Synology Directory Domain Controller Role

Centralized Management System for Managing Multiple Synology NAS Devices

NAS chassis comes in a sealed box.

Hard drives and memory upgrades included separately NOT installed, installation required.

• Synology DiskStation DS620slim, made for a variety of server roles such as iSCSI targets backup, file storage, email servers, and domain controllers!
• Intel Celeron J3355 Dual-Core 2.0GHz 2MB CPU, Up To 2.5GHz Turbo; 6GB DDR3L Synology SDRAM Memory; 12TB (6 x 2TB) 6Gb/s SATA 2.5 Inch HDDs for High Capacity Storage; 2 x RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port (with Link Aggregation / Failover support); 2 x USB 3.0 Port; Btrf File System for Advanced LUN iSCSI Service
• Operating System: Synology DSM Software
• Synology NAS chassis comes in a sealed box.
• Hard drives and memory upgrades included separately NOT installed, installation required.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this include the 12 tb of hdd storage or just have slots for which i have to buy 6 2tb hdd drives
Answer:	At the highest setting you can see the dot in the brightest day.
Question:	Does synology dsm include dnla
Answer:	Best advice (And be sure to POST BACK YOUR FINDINGS) is: 1: See if the SELLER warranties the item. 2: Check with your CREDIT CARD COMPANY, as most offer by default purchase protection /extend of give a base warranty on things purchased with a credit card. 3: 3rd option is to BUY a warranty thru Square Trade... PS: Search Youtube for: "Budget $20 Red Dot WONT DIE !" Or Via model number: RD-D007RG
Question:	What brand and line of hard drives come with these
Answer:	Yep, it will for sure. As far as the riser, I just ordered a .83, and am hoping it will line up. Sorry I can't be more specific. This red dot though, as nice and sturdy as my Bushnell TRS25, for sure. Good luck.
Question:	So it comes with patriot ssd drives
Answer:	Yes

• 4-Core, 2. 1 GHz CPU with AES-NI support. 2 GB DDR4 memory expandable up to 18 GB
• Outstanding 10GbE sequential performance at over 1, 621 MB/s reading and 599 MB/s writing
• Scale up to 8 drives with Synology expansion unit RX418
• One Pie 3. 0 slot for an optional 10GbE add-in network interface card, or an M2D18 M. 2 SSD adapter card
• Advanced Bars file system offering 65, 000 system-wide snapshots and 1, 024 snapshots per shared folder

User questions & answers

Question:	The redundant power supply bumps up the price $350? wow! is there any other features in the rp model
Answer:	The rp stands for "redundant power", so no - there are no other features. Having said that, in some settings a redundant power supply is absolutely critical and worth every penny.

Product description

With a 1.6GHz Quad-Core Intel Pentium N3710 processor, 4GB of DDR3L RAM, and built-in video transcoding, you get a multi-purpose media server with the power to stream in HD, capacity to store all your raw files and sharing capabilities to collaborate with ease. Optimized for the plex media server, your HD videos are prepared for streaming whenever you need them, on any compatible device.

• Intel Pentium N3710 Quad-Core 1.6GHz Processor with 4GB DDR3L Memory
• Built-in video transcoding for HD streaming through Plex
• Centralized storage to organize media and improve your workflow
• Quick, easy setup and a robust Device Manager with My Cloud OS 3
• Comprehensive security through password protection and AES 256 bit volume encryption

User questions & answers

Question:	can i get this with wd purple drives and is this ideal for surveillance storage
Answer:	You'd probably need to purchase the unit diskless, and buy your own drives. Drive compatibility is at the bottom of this page - https://support.wdc.com/product.aspx?ID=2705
Question:	What would be good kinds of ram sticks mid-price range for a wd my cloud pro pr2100 nas primary for a plex movie server? or does it matter what brand
Answer:	I suggest to go whit the factory RAM there are testet and stable but like every computer you can put in what you like.
Question:	This NAS come with hard drive loaded or i have to buy my own hard drive
Answer:	Amazon allows you to specify whether you want a system with hard drives or a diskless version. Just check the option you want before you add the NAS to your cart. You can choose a system with up to 32TB.
Question:	Does it have the hardware needed to be a full-fledged Plex server
Answer:	Yes, I have streamed three different movies to three different devices (Apple TV, iPad and iPhone) at the same time using Plex Server and the control panel reported the CPU utilization was approx. 50%. Plex Server version is v1.3.2.3112 as provided by WD.

Product features

Storage to organize everything

Keep your production files, .RAW photos, or final mixes in a single place and ready for access with the high capacity network storage of the My Cloud Pro Series. Combined with a quad core Intel Pentium processor and 4GB of RAM, you can seamlessly stream HD videos or share content with multiple users.

Edit and save from anywhere

Keep your media in a single place and access, edit or save content from anywhere. Share HD media with clients or improve your team’s workflow with MyCloud website and the My Cloud mobile app.

Stream anything

Prepare media for streaming in the right format and quality with the built-in hardware transcoding of My Cloud Pro Series. And with the Plex Media Server installed, you can beautifully stream to any device anytime – complimentary 3-month trial now included with your purchase!

Data protection your way

Multiple Raid options help you protect your digital library however you need, while password protection and 256-bit AES volume encryption help safeguard your files from prying eyes. Along with two power ports in case of a power supply failure, the My Cloud Pro Series helps keep your data safe.

Adobe creative cloud connected

The Adobe Creative Cloud features tools to turn an idea into a masterpiece, and with the My Cloud mobile app, you can quickly get media from a My Cloud Pro Series and into the Creative Cloud to edit and save files from anywhere with an internet connection.

Simple to setup, easy to use

Your My Cloud Pro Series is found on your network and installed over the web, making the setup process simple and intuitive. And with tool-less, tray-less drive bays, you’re able to easily add or replace hard drives in a matter of moments.

Product description

The quad-core 1.7GHz TS-932PX fits nine drive bays into the size of a 5-bay NAS. With five 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s drive bays and four 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s bays, the TS-932PX provides the ability to create an HDD/SSD hybrid infrastructure to boost application performance. With two 10GbE SFP+ and two 2.5GbE LAN ports, the TS-932PX supports next-generation networks for empowering bandwidth-demanding applications and providing smoother file access and sharing.

• AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 ARM Cortex-A57 quad-core 1.7GHz processor
• 2 X 10GbE SFP+ ports
• 2 x 2.5GbE ports
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
• 5 x 3.5-inch + 4 x 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s (Diskless)
• 4 GB SODIMM DDR4 Memory (Max 16GB)

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this model work at 50hz
Answer:	The unit runs off of DC, and the external PS lists input limits on 100-240V 2A, 50-60Hz.
Question:	I have an old buffalo nas what is the best way to move by data to this nas
Answer:	If it’s on the same network you can just transfer the information. But it’ll cause a serious lag issue on your network. To avoid that you can use a crossover cable to connect both directly and transfer that way. The first is extremely easy but will cause some lag on your network while transferring and the other way would require some technical knowledge. Sorry that there wasn’t a perfect solution but hopefully this will help point you in the direction best for your situation. Either way please let us know what you ended up doing and how long did it take for how much data would be good for future buyers. Good Luck 👍🏻
Question:	Can you run surveillance station on this nas? considering upgrading my old viostor nvr to this
Answer:	You can run THEIR surveillance station, which looks pretty good, but you must pay per seat (camera) and is pricey in my opinion. I’m using my computer with BlueIris with a reasonable one time license fee. And of course I’m using the NAS for storage and an AI person detection setup to save hard drive space.
Question:	Could I get 1000mbs write and read with this model in raid
Answer:	Also please note I run 5 ST1000NM0016 7200RPM 10TB drives in a RAID 5 config with 16GB ram, 258GB SSD cache, with a 10Gbps LAN back bone and get about 200MBps or 2000Gbps sustained xfer rate. The NAS has no issue but we are talking about a $6,000 setup at lest. With a 1Gbps LAN you will never get that kind of xfer rate because of LAN overhead.

Product description

Lightweight, quiet, and versatile, the TS-230 is your ideal entry-level NAS. Coated in a shade of elegant baby blue, the NAS can easily fit into your living environment to stimulate an intelligent and fun lifestyle. You can centrally store and back up all your digital files to the TS-230 for easily accessing, syncing, and sharing those files, creates snapshots to protect important files, and build a one-stop home entertainment portal for streaming photos, music, and videos to multiple devices in your home and beyond. Besides laptop and mobile phone, the TS-230 is also the tech gadget that you should have one!

• 4TB Seagate Iron Wolf Drives Pre-Installed and Pre-Configured with RAID 1
• Realtek RTD1296 quad-core 1. 4GHz processor
• 2GB DDR4 RAM on-board
• 1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port (RJ45)
• 2 x 3. 5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
• 1 x USB 2.0 port
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port

Product description

The quad-core TS-431X3 provides four drive bays for high-capacity storage with expandable memory up to 8GB RAM to meet data backup, recovery, and virtualized storage needs of SMBs. The built-in 10GbE SFP+ port provides high bandwidth for intensive data transmission. Coupled with the QNAP 10GbE switch, you can build a high-speed 10GbE network environment. The TS-431X3 also features a 2.5GbE RJ45 port and a 1GbE RJ45 port for enhancing team file sharing and collaboration efficiency. The TS-431X3 provides comprehensive local, off-site and cloud backup and secure Snapshot technology to help create a reliable backup and disaster recovery plan. In the event of a system crash or accidental file deletion, you can quickly restore the system to its normal state.

• AnnapurnaLabs AL-314 quad-core 1. 7GHz processor
• Single-port 10GbE port (SFP+)
• Single-port 2.5GbE port
• Single-port 1GbE (RJ45)
• 3 X USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
• 4 GB SODIMM DDR3L Memory ( Max 8GB)
• 4 x 3. 5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s (Diskless)