Today is the day we unplug and analyse the best NAS systems I've used over the past year. So prepare yourself for the uploading of everything to consider when buying a NAS.
SUMMARY
A NAS allows you to connect multiple computers to storage at th…
Today is the day we unplug and analyse the best NAS systems I've used over the past year. So prepare yourself for the uploading of everything to consider when buying a NAS.
SUMMARY
A NAS allows you to connect multiple computers to storage at the same time, they also contain their own processor to do work for you in the background without needing to hog the resources of your current computer. So for example you can get them to backup your data to the cloud and scan the hard drives for errors and viruses - allowing your computer to focus on your work at hand.
TS-453Be
The cheapest NAS presented here is the TS-453Be which is great as a first NAS and unlike units from other manufacturers it contains a PCIe upgrade slot to allow you to install a SSD/10GBe expansion card when you need extra speed.
TS-453Be: https://vtudio.com/a/?a=qnap+ts-453Be
TVS-x72XT
The current kings of NAS at the moment is the TVS-x72XT range containing the fastest connections built in and a powerful 8th gen Intel processor to handle the fastest performance - yes performance is improved with a better processor.
TVS-872XT: https://vtudio.com/a/?a=qnap+tvs-872XT
TVS-x72N
A budget range of the TVS-x72XT which excludes 10GBe and Thunderbolt 3, however depending on the deal you can find - over in Australia I've found them listed at some retailers A$1,000 cheaper than the XT range, so for a value deal you can grab one and use one of the PCIe slots to upgrade to 10GBe yourself and you're set.
TVS-872N: https://vtudio.com/a/?e=qnap+tvs-872N
WHAT IS RAID
RAID0 - Uses all drives to create one large storage space.
RAID5 - Uses one of the drives for protection in case of drive failure - so you don't use all your data.
RAID6 - Uses two of the drives for protection - better safety, slightly slower speeds.
THUNDERBOLT 3
These NAS drives are easy to get up and running, however the hard drives in NAS systems are noisy and the current longest cables you can get are only 2 meters in length, so while it's great..
