QNAP

[Enquiries]

Hi,

I have a synology DS715+ and looking to upgrade my whole system.

I want to get a 10GBe network at home and as such have an 8 bay.

Also, I want to use it for Plex which rules out the modern synology line, apart from DS224+ and DS423+.

I travel a lot and want access from external.

Question is QNAP has the better hardware but am worried about internet security. Can I just use Tailsacale to access the QNAP securely and let Plex itself deal with the security of the plex part?

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Thanks for reaching out! Upgrading to a QNAP 8-bay system is an excellent choice for achieving 10GbE and Plex performance. Here's how to approach your setup:

QNAP for Hardware and Plex
Recommendation: The QNAP TVS-h874 or TS-h1288X. Both models feature powerful CPUs, 10GbE support, and Plex-friendly hardware for transcoding.
Drives: Populate with NAS-grade HDDs (e.g., Seagate IronWolf Pro or WD Red Pro) for storage, and NVMe SSDs for caching to enhance responsiveness.
Security Concerns and Remote Access
Tailscale: A great choice for secure remote access. It simplifies VPN-like connectivity and eliminates the need for exposing your NAS directly to the internet.
Plex Security: Plex can handle remote streaming securely with proper configuration. Combining Tailscale for NAS access and Plex for streaming is an ideal setup.
Why QNAP?
Better hardware options than Synology for Plex (e.g., Intel i5/i7 or AMD Ryzen processors with hardware transcoding).
Built-in flexibility for 10GbE networking and future expandability.