I’ve recently been testing the brand new Synology DS-216+ NAS ($299), a network-attached-storage product meant for consumers. Although Synology products include a variety of features, I will be ...

Using a dedicated device like a Synology NAS drive to host your Plex media library offers a variety of advantages over using a Mac. In addition to being able to configure a large amount of storage at ...

With the recent discontinuation of Synology Video Station in DSM 7.2.2, users are now faced with the need to migrate to a new media server solution. Among the available options, Plex Media Server ...

I have a Synology 918+ (8GB RAM) with 2 10TB (WD Red) and 2 16TB (SG Exos) So after a couple months of storage filling up warnings, I decided to upgrade today. I ordered a couple recertified Exos 26 ...

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Synology has taken the stage at COMPUTEX 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan, to introduce its latest innovation: BeeStation Plus. This new model expands the popular BeeStation series, promising a high-speed, ...

I'm currently using Plex on my Synology NAS and I quite like it, but the Synology is just not up to the task for anything beyond basic transcoding. So I would like to create a dedicated server to ...

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If you donu2019t need any of macOS Serveru2019s Apple-specific features, the DS416play is an excellent way to share files. Synology’s new DS416play Disk Station ($416 without drives on Amazon) is a ...

I always get a big response when I write about cord cutting. Everyone seems to be fed up with their TV provider, and they'd love nothing more than to leave for one of the sexy new streaming services.

Are you tired of paying more for streaming services just to see all your favorite shows and movies disappear? Build your own Plex server, so you can stream your media library locally.

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