After setting up the Synology DiskStation DS918+, the next step would be to upgrade the memory modules/RAM from the existing 4GB to something more. This is especially important if you are going to run more stuff such as Dockers, or even virtual machines in your Synology DiskStation using the Virtual Machine Manager. For those who…
This is the review of the latest prosumer Network Attached Storage by Synology, the Synology Diskstation DS918+. Although I have been using various models of Synology DiskStation NAS since I bought my DS1511+ back in 200?, DS412+ has always been my favorite model as it provides a balance between expandability (with its 4 Bay) and…
This is a review of the Portal Smart Gigabit WiFi Mesh Router. Touted as the “WiFi Built for the Cities”, it is supposed to excel at where other Wireless Routers failed by providing good WiFi coverage automatically in city areas whereby WiFi signals are congested and convoluted. The Portal Smart Gigabit WiFi Mesh Router started…
I’ve been using a few different models of vacuum robot cleaner since 2013 when I bought my first Neato XV-21 Pet & Allergy Automatic Vacuum Cleaner from Woot. Neato XV-21 was very smart and efficient compared to iRobot machines but it was also more expensive. However, after 2 sets of Neato XV-21, I gave up…
This is the Review of the Synology DiskStation Manager 6.1 RC. Synology announced the availability of the DiskStation Manager (DSM) 6.1 beta late last year, also inviting adventurous Synology users to join the Synology Beta Program to test and provide their suggestions and comments on the new product. DSM is the brain and heart of all…
Last week, I received an email from Synology, annoucing that the latest beta version of their flagship network video recorder (NVR) application, the Synology Surveillance Station 8.0 is now available. For those who knows me, already know that I got quite a number of IP Cameras at home. Usually, I just use the native…
