NAS Advice

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Hi,
I'm using an old asustor AS6404T, but I'm having some trouble with it and thinking about changing it for a new one. I'm currently using for archiving all my movies/tv and using it with plex and storing all my work files (not working directly, but having the storage connected to wifi). I already have 4 HDD seagate that I'm using witthout RAID. Nothing fancy but would love to be silent and powerful, thinking about having it running transmission also.
Not a super tech guy, so I like something easy to configure.

Thanks

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It sounds like you’ve got a solid setup, but I totally understand wanting something newer and more reliable, especially if you're using it for Plex and storing important files. If you're looking for a NAS that’s easy to configure, quiet, and powerful enough to handle media streaming with Plex, I have a couple of recommendations that should fit your budget and needs.

1. Synology DS423+:
The Synology DS423+ is a great choice for a 4-bay NAS within your budget range. Synology's DiskStation Manager (DSM) is user-friendly and should make managing your NAS straightforward. The DS423 can handle Plex streaming quite well, especially for 1080p content, and should be able to run Transmission without any issues. It’s also relatively quiet, making it suitable for a home environment. Plus, it supports adding SSDs for caching, which can help speed things up.

2. QNAP TS-464:
Another solid option is the QNAP TS-464. This model is known for its robust feature set and is also user-friendly, with an easy-to-use interface. QNAP NAS devices often come with more hardware features, like HDMI ports, which can be handy if you want to connect directly to a TV. It supports running Plex and Transmission smoothly and offers good performance for file storage and archiving. The TS-464 is also known for being fairly quiet, which fits your requirement for a silent operation.

Both of these models are well-supported by active communities, and you’ll find a lot of resources online if you ever need help with setup or troubleshooting. Since you’re not using RAID, you can simply move your existing Seagate HDDs into the new NAS, which should make the transition easier. Just make sure to back up any critical data before making the switch.