01-03-2025, 02:00 PM
Thank you for reaching out and for your kind words about the videos—it truly means a lot!
Regarding your concerns:
NAS Capability for 4K Playback:
The TS-653D may struggle with 4K streaming, especially with Plex, as transcoding 4K content demands a lot of processing power. For smoother performance, I recommend upgrading to a more powerful NAS, such as the QNAP 64-series, which is better suited for handling 4K playback and transcoding.
Alternative Solution - Direct Play:
Another option is to convert your media files into a format that your TV or playback device can natively support. This avoids the need for transcoding, making it much less demanding on the NAS.
Ethernet and Network Upgrades:
Connecting two Ethernet cables or upgrading the NIC won’t significantly improve the situation. The root cause lies in the processing power of the NAS itself, not the network bandwidth.
Regarding your concerns:
NAS Capability for 4K Playback:
The TS-653D may struggle with 4K streaming, especially with Plex, as transcoding 4K content demands a lot of processing power. For smoother performance, I recommend upgrading to a more powerful NAS, such as the QNAP 64-series, which is better suited for handling 4K playback and transcoding.
Alternative Solution - Direct Play:
Another option is to convert your media files into a format that your TV or playback device can natively support. This avoids the need for transcoding, making it much less demanding on the NAS.
Ethernet and Network Upgrades:
Connecting two Ethernet cables or upgrading the NIC won’t significantly improve the situation. The root cause lies in the processing power of the NAS itself, not the network bandwidth.