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The video discusses the benefits and features of Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices, particularly highlighting models like Synology and QNAP. Key points include setup processes, file system limitations, various applications, and comparisons between Synology and QNAP for home and corporate use. The video emphasizes the ease of setup, energy efficiency, and time-saving benefits of NAS devices, as well as the importance of selecting the right processor and RAM for specific use cases. Overall, the discussion covers the functionalities, limitations, and considerations for choosing NAS devices, focusing on both home and corporate settings.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses their positive experience using network storage devices, particularly recommending the TS 464 model from Sinji. They explain that network storage devices, or NAS, can be used to store files from multiple devices on a network and offer various functions such as personal cloud storage, VPN, running servers, and more. The speaker highlights the simplicity of setting up NAS compared to building a server from scratch, emphasizing the time-saving aspect and lower energy consumption of NAS devices. They suggest that despite the initial cost, NAS devices are preferable due to ease of setup, energy efficiency, and time-saving benefits.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker highlights the benefits of manufacturers providing services like remote connection without port forwarding. They discuss the limitations of the Synology 918 plus, such as limited RAM and SSD slots functionality. The video focuses on a NAS with four HDD SATA slots and two usable m2 slots for storage, in contrast to other models. The NAS supports up to 8 GB of memory and includes a PCIe slot for expansion. The system features an Intel Celeron n 5095 processor, offering quad-core performance at almost 3 GHz.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the features and setup process of a NAS (Network Attached Storage) device. Key points include the various ports available, such as USB 3.0 and HDMI, the 2.5Gb Ethernet ports, and the initial setup procedure through the web interface. The speaker specifically mentions setting up the admin IP address and updating the operating system. They go on to describe installing SSD drives and setting up a RAID 5 pool with a usable 2.5 TB of storage. Additionally, the speaker explains the differences between thin and thick volume configurations in the NAS system.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the file system limitations of QA supporting only ex4 for internal volumes. They touch upon the challenges faced in setting up snapshot solutions and converting to thin volumes for more efficient use of space. The video also mentions the QTS operating system built on Linux and criticizes the cluttered and confusing web interface with excessive notifications. Furthermore, they highlight essential applications like File Station, Download Station, and Video Station offered by QNAP’s operating system.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the various applications available for NAS devices, such as photo viewing, synchronization with computers, backup, and security cameras. The operating system is based on Linux, allowing for advanced settings and the ability to run Linux programs or servers. The Container Station application is recommended for creating containers and running applications. The speaker mentions using Synology for various purposes like a database and GitLab instance. They also talk about the HDMI output of the NAS, which can be used as a television or computer. The NAS device offers a VPN server feature and virtualization capabilities. Additionally, the speaker notes the limitations of the device in terms of media applications supporting h.265 codec.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses transitioning from PPTP and L2TP to VPN solutions like WireGuard and the Q Belt solution. They highlight the ease of setup using the QAP application available for various platforms. The Quick Connect feature offered by Synology NAS allows easy access without IP knowledge. QAP’s security measures, such as verifying users through accounts before NAS access, are praised for preventing attacks. However, the speaker notes issues with the Qfile Pro application’s download functionality and usability of the QMagi application for viewing photos and videos. Overall, while the NAS functionality is excellent, the environment and certain applications like File Station and Multimedia Station are criticized for being neglected in comparison to other features like the VPN or virtualization.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker compares Synology and QNAP NAS systems for home and corporate use. They recommend Synology for home use due to Hybrid Rate interface and Butter FS file system, while QNAP is suggested for corporate use for its extensibility and expansion modules. When choosing a NAS, the speaker advises focusing on two main parameters: an x86 architecture processor with four or more cores, and a base RAM of 8GB. They mention the ease of setting up a RAID 1 configuration with two 8TB disks for sufficient capacity and redundancy. Overall, the speaker highlights the positives and areas for improvement of the QNAP NAS after using it remotely for a few weeks.