NAS recommendation

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Hi,

I currently have a NetGear ReadyNAS 214 with 4x2Tb WD Red Plus on RAID 5.

I am looking to upgrade as I am getting low on space, and feel the hardware limitation of my current setup.

What would you recommend for me to look at? NVMe would be a plus to avoid a maximum of Hardware failure from the disks.

Also, I use Plex outside my home on mobile and tablets.

Thanks a million

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Thanks for reaching out! Based on your needs, I’d recommend the following Celeron-based NAS options, all of which support NVMe for enhanced performance and reliability:

Synology DS423+: A solid choice with a Celeron processor and 4 bays. It supports NVMe cache, which will help speed up read/write operations, especially for your Plex streams. While it may be a bit more basic in terms of additional features, it’s an excellent value and should handle your 10TB+ storage requirements without issue.

QNAP TS-464: This one is also equipped with a Celeron processor and supports NVMe slots for cache acceleration. With 4 bays and strong Plex compatibility, it’s a great choice for both media streaming and general use. The TS-464 provides a nice balance of performance and flexibility for your needs.

QNAP TS-74 Series: If you’re streaming 4K to multiple devices remotely, the TS-74 series might be a great fit. It not only supports NVMe cache but also allows for GPU upgrades, which is ideal if you need extra transcoding power for multiple simultaneous 4K streams. This option is perfect for a more demanding setup and future-proofing your NAS.

All of these NAS models should meet your storage requirements while providing good Plex support and NVMe cache for faster performance.