03-20-2025, 07:53 AM
(This post was last modified: 03-20-2025, 08:02 AM by johnhsmith.)
Hey @Kingbiker,
Cool setup idea! I’ve been tinkering with NAS gaming for a while, and while the 10G LAN and Wi-Fi 7 combo sounds promising, I’ve got a slightly different take to throw into the mix.
One thing I haven’t seen mentioned yet: how do you plan to handle game updates? If you’re storing games on the NAS and running them from there, some launchers (like Steam or Epic) might get finicky about patching. I’ve had cases where Steam insisted on downloading updates to a local drive first, then I had to manually move files back to the NAS—kind of a hassle. Ever thought about scripting something to automate that, or are you fine with a bit of manual juggling?
Also, a bit of a curveball: have you considered the heat/noise factor with the UGREEN DXP4800 Plus? I don’t have that exact model, but my 10G NAS gets toasty when it’s serving big files non-stop (like 100GB game installs). If it’s going in a living space, might be worth checking reviews on how it behaves under load—especially if you’re planning to keep it running 24/7 as a game hub.
For your handheld, I’m curious—what device are you using? Something like a Steam Deck or ROG Ally? I’ve found that some handhelds choke a bit when pulling game data over Wi-Fi (even fast Wi-Fi) due to their weaker network chips. A 10G Ethernet dock could be a game-changer there if you’re open to wired play sometimes.
Last thought: if you’re wiring up with CAT 8 or fiber, have you looked into multi-gig switches with PoE? Could be handy if you ever want to add IP cameras or other gear to your network later. Just spitballing ideas to stretch that future-proofing even further!
What’s your endgame with this setup—pure gaming, or are you eyeing it for other stuff like a media server too? Excited to hear how it turns out!
Cool setup idea! I’ve been tinkering with NAS gaming for a while, and while the 10G LAN and Wi-Fi 7 combo sounds promising, I’ve got a slightly different take to throw into the mix.
One thing I haven’t seen mentioned yet: how do you plan to handle game updates? If you’re storing games on the NAS and running them from there, some launchers (like Steam or Epic) might get finicky about patching. I’ve had cases where Steam insisted on downloading updates to a local drive first, then I had to manually move files back to the NAS—kind of a hassle. Ever thought about scripting something to automate that, or are you fine with a bit of manual juggling?
Also, a bit of a curveball: have you considered the heat/noise factor with the UGREEN DXP4800 Plus? I don’t have that exact model, but my 10G NAS gets toasty when it’s serving big files non-stop (like 100GB game installs). If it’s going in a living space, might be worth checking reviews on how it behaves under load—especially if you’re planning to keep it running 24/7 as a game hub.
For your handheld, I’m curious—what device are you using? Something like a Steam Deck or ROG Ally? I’ve found that some handhelds choke a bit when pulling game data over Wi-Fi (even fast Wi-Fi) due to their weaker network chips. A 10G Ethernet dock could be a game-changer there if you’re open to wired play sometimes.
Last thought: if you’re wiring up with CAT 8 or fiber, have you looked into multi-gig switches with PoE? Could be handy if you ever want to add IP cameras or other gear to your network later. Just spitballing ideas to stretch that future-proofing even further!
What’s your endgame with this setup—pure gaming, or are you eyeing it for other stuff like a media server too? Excited to hear how it turns out!