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Replacement for DS415Play - Enquiries - 01-06-2023
I'm looking at a replacement for my DS415Play.
I mainly use the NAS for Plex in combination with RADARR and SONARR and Transmission as a download tool.
I only use plex locally in the network and only watch the content on an NVIDIA Shield and a recent Sony TV KD-65XH9299.
I notice that RADARR needs to be restarted every couple of days as it simply stops after X time.
Which would be the best NAS option for me? I keep doubting between the DS923+/DS1522+ or the DS920+ and QNAP TS464.
DS920+ as on the market for much longer and might not get as long support as the other systems.
DS923+/1522+ don't support hardware transcoding as much, but with the 2 clients being able to do transcoding perhaps that is not needed.
QNAP I'm not familiar with the software...
RE: Replacement for DS415Play - ed - 01-06-2023
When choosing a NAS for use with Plex, RADARR, SONARR, and Transmission, there are a few key factors to consider. First, you'll want to make sure that the NAS has sufficient processing power and memory to handle the workload. You should also consider the number and type of drive bays, as well as the connectivity options (e.g. Ethernet, Thunderbolt) available on the device.
In terms of the specific models you mentioned, the DS923+ and DS1522+ both have good processing power and a reasonable number of drive bays, but do not support hardware transcoding. This means that they will rely on the clients (e.g. your NVIDIA Shield and Sony TV) to handle transcoding of media files, which may or may not be an issue depending on the capabilities of those devices. The DS920+ is a more powerful model that does support hardware transcoding, but it has been on the market for longer and may not receive as much support in the future as newer models.
The QNAP TS-464 is a newer model that also has good processing power and a reasonable number of drive bays. It supports hardware transcoding and has a range of connectivity options, including Thunderbolt and 10GbE Ethernet. However, you may not be as familiar with the QNAP software and ecosystem, which could be a consideration.
Ultimately, the best NAS for you will depend on your specific needs and budget. I recommend doing some research and testing to determine which model will meet your requirements and work best for your setup.