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Tech Tip Minute: Affordable NAS Solution
Jun 25, 2024
Tech Tip Minute: Affordable NAS Solution
Viral Trend: Snatch and Smash
Description:
Elderly man snatching and smashing phones, 6M views on TikTok.
Debunked:
Fake news, same guy in different hat, LinkedIn shows contracts at Google and Apple.
Promotion Theory:
Stunt to promote iCloud and Google One.
Safeguarding Data Affordably
NAS Device Overview
Highlighted Device:
Friendly ELEC CM3588 NAS
Cost:
Similar to 2TB/year cloud storage
Processor:
ARM-based Rockchip
Power Efficiency:
2 amp 12V input
Kit Cost:
$35
Kit Features:
2.5 gig Ethernet
3 HDMI ports (1 in, 2 out)
USB 3, USB-C
Micro SD slot
4 full-sized M.2 PCIe Gen 3 slots
Additional Costs:
Price with upgrades to 160 USD
NAS Setup and Operation
Memory & Storage:
4 gigs DDR4X or upgrades to 8/16 gigs
No onboard storage by default, can use SD slot or Compute Board
SSD Example: 4TB MP34 drives from Teen Group ($165 each)
Modularity:
Future upgrades possible, e.g., SATA version or PCI Express slot
Application:
Suitable for photo/movie backup, video streaming server (e.g., Plex, Jellyfin)
Flexibility:
Users can choose lower-capacity drives and expand later
Advantages of NAS vs. External Hard Drives
Single Point Failure:
External hard drives are a single point of failure
Network Sharing:
NAS can be shared on a network
Security:
Less risk from malware/malfunction
3-2-1 Backup Rule:
Three copies of data, two types of media, one off-site
Software and Configuration
OS:
Open Media Vault (OMV), TrueNAS alternative
Installation:
Uses Google Drive for files and instructions
Setup Time:
25 minutes
RAID Configuration:
RAID 5 for balance of protection and capacity (11.2 TB usable capacity)
Performance
Data Transfer:
Saturates 2.5 gig interface
CPU Usage:
Substantial, yet efficient
Silent Operation:
No fans, silent and cool
Plugins and Additional Features
Photoprism:
AI-powered photo library
PhotoSync:
Syncs photos from phone to NAS and back
Sponsored Segment: Supermicro
Product Line:
High-performance servers for AI and machine learning
Features:
Petascale, 1U/2U storage servers, PCIe Gen 5 NVMe SSDs, AMD EPYC 9004 series, 24 DIMM slots
Power Supply:
2000W redundant titanium level
SuperCloud Composer:
Unified cloud management dashboard
Conclusion and Recommendation
Cost Comparison:
$160 for 32 TB vs. $600/year for 10 TB on cloud
Value:
Strong recommendation for the Friendly ELEC NAS due to cost efficiency and modularity.
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