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NAS: Storage solution, Media Streaming Options

Hello!

I'm looking for a NAS solution that is redundant, durable, idiot proof for approximately 5 TB of data.

It would be nice if defective drives could be hot swapped.

USB 3.0 connectivity would be preferred as well as network option.

Hoping to use for data storage as well as streaming video/audio via PLEX.

Any input on product options? Why do you like the recommended product?

Thank you in advance!

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hiloguy

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Thanks Everyone,

I'm leaning towards the FreeNAS option.

I don't want to invest too much time in setup/install.

The QNAP boxes look good. Any recommendations on CPU, RAM, 4x or 2x HDD slots? Any recommendations on product?

I appreciate the input!

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hiloguy

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Thank you everyone.

Any comments regarding Synology vs QNAP (I don't want to build my own box)?

Any comments regarding optimal RAM when streaming video in a Plex situation (4GB, 8GB)? Most likely only 1-3 users at a time max.

I appreciate the input.

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hiloguy

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Thank you!

I'm leaning towards the QNAP TS-453A per: https://www.qnap.com/solution/plex-best-nas/en-us/

As I've never used a NAS is there a "rule" regarding HD size combinations/vendor? For example, should all HDs be the same capacity from the same vendor?

Per QNAP: https://www.qnap.com/en-us/compatibility/?model=212&category=1

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hiloguy

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Thanks Everyone.

Is there any problem mixing server type disks and desktop type discs? I have 3 unused 3TB WD Green, 1 barely used WD Red.

Probably leaning towards the QNAP TS-453B for better transcoding with Plex.

I appreciate the input!

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hiloguy

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Thank you all.

I learned a lot from this thread!

I will purchase the QNAP TS-453B for better transcoding with Plex.

I'll use 4 3TB WD Red drives to start.

Natty Greg

That's a good start

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