12-02-2024, 04:25 PM
Thank you for reaching out and for your kind words about the YouTube reviews—it’s great to hear you’ve enjoyed them!
I completely understand your concern regarding the longevity of accessing your NAS, especially given your experience with the Netgear Stora. It's a valid concern, as no one wants to invest in a device only to find it dependent on a service that could be discontinued.
The good news is that with both the TerraMaster F4-424 and the Synology DS423, you have options to avoid such a situation. Both devices allow for direct access on your local network without needing to rely on the manufacturers' servers.
For remote access, both brands provide built-in tools—like TerraMaster’s TNAS Online and Synology’s QuickConnect. While these are convenient, they aren't mandatory. You can configure your NAS for remote access using alternatives like:
Dynamic DNS (DDNS): Set up your own DDNS service to access your NAS without relying on vendor-specific solutions.
VPNs: You can create a secure VPN connection to your home network, ensuring remote access even if the manufacturer discontinues their remote services.
Self-Hosted Solutions: With Synology or TerraMaster, you can run apps like Tailscale or Zerotier, which are independent of the NAS vendor and provide secure access over the internet.
Synology, in particular, has a strong reputation for long-term software support and updates, which makes it a safer bet for reliability. That said, TerraMaster also provides flexibility and a good price-to-performance ratio for those looking for value.
If maintaining complete independence from any proprietary service is your priority, Synology’s user base and extensive community support make it the better choice.
I completely understand your concern regarding the longevity of accessing your NAS, especially given your experience with the Netgear Stora. It's a valid concern, as no one wants to invest in a device only to find it dependent on a service that could be discontinued.
The good news is that with both the TerraMaster F4-424 and the Synology DS423, you have options to avoid such a situation. Both devices allow for direct access on your local network without needing to rely on the manufacturers' servers.
For remote access, both brands provide built-in tools—like TerraMaster’s TNAS Online and Synology’s QuickConnect. While these are convenient, they aren't mandatory. You can configure your NAS for remote access using alternatives like:
Dynamic DNS (DDNS): Set up your own DDNS service to access your NAS without relying on vendor-specific solutions.
VPNs: You can create a secure VPN connection to your home network, ensuring remote access even if the manufacturer discontinues their remote services.
Self-Hosted Solutions: With Synology or TerraMaster, you can run apps like Tailscale or Zerotier, which are independent of the NAS vendor and provide secure access over the internet.
Synology, in particular, has a strong reputation for long-term software support and updates, which makes it a safer bet for reliability. That said, TerraMaster also provides flexibility and a good price-to-performance ratio for those looking for value.
If maintaining complete independence from any proprietary service is your priority, Synology’s user base and extensive community support make it the better choice.