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Hi all,

I have a pair of Buffalo Linkstation PRO Duo 2 Bay NAS enclosures which are taking care of my back up needs at the moment. However, I want to store photos and documents up in the cloud, and Google drive is my preferred provider.

Did some research and narrowed down my choices to 3 NASes which fit into my budget

Synology 215J
Asustor AS 202TE

QNAP TS-221 - Most expensive, must have a solid reason to opt for this.


Would like to hear feedback on real world performance of the 3 models with Google drive in mind.

Thanks in advance.
 
I don't like Google Drive. Klunky.

But then, I don't backup TBs via the measly 5Mbps uplink that I pay the ISP too much for!
 
I chose Goggle drive for its integration with Picasa, perfect for photo storage and sharing.

But regardless of the provider, I want a NAS which can sync to a cloud provider, and these 3 are within my budget.

Will appreciate if I can get some feedback on those models.

Edit: Fixed spelling
 
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I fail to see why SteveCH would be considered a troll - there are very few bridges that are suitable habitats for trolls out here in SoCal...

And SteveCH is a respected member and contributor to the forums here.
 
With all due respect, I must disagree sfx.

I start a thread asking for feedback on 3 NAS models and Steve's response was his opinion on Google drive.

I ignore that comment and explain why I prefer Google drive before requesting for feedback on those NAS models.

Again, Steve posts something that is totally irrelevant to my request for more info on those 3 NAS models.

If that it is not troll behaviour, then what is it?
 
If that it is not troll behaviour, then what is it?
Welcome to the SNB Forums, fullerms.

You're correct that both of Stevech's responses did not answer your question. Off topic and unhelpful, perhaps, but not trolling.

Now, to your question, I haven't used backup to Google drive on any of those products. Here's an article describing QNAP's backup to Google Drive.

Here's a Synology Forum thread with some useful info on Google Drive backup.
 
Just trying to be helpful about why Google Drive isn't usable by me and you may encounter the same issues.

When I tried Google Drive, I found that it was intended for small files, and the deal breaker: it copied each file you want to upload to a folder on your PC, then uploaded from there. Most of the others don't make a copy of file(s) before uploading, and most give you a desktop app if you want to use it - that creates a virtual drive letter (windows).

Some NASes (including mine) can transfer across the internet using a standard protocol like rsync. Some "cloud" storage services support these protocols.
But I find that my 55/5Mbps ISP service is practical only for VIP files, not drive images or big NAS volumes. So, I use USB3.
 
Welcome to the SNB Forums, fullerms.

You're correct that both of Stevech's responses did not answer your question. Off topic and unhelpful, perhaps, but not trolling.

Now, to your question, I haven't used backup to Google drive on any of those products. Here's an article describing QNAP's backup to Google Drive.

Here's a Synology Forum thread with some useful info on Google Drive backup.

Thanks. Which of these 3 models would you recommend?
 
Just trying to be helpful about why Google Drive isn't usable by me and you may encounter the same issues.

When I tried Google Drive, I found that it was intended for small files, and the deal breaker: it copied each file you want to upload to a folder on your PC, then uploaded from there. Most of the others don't make a copy of file(s) before uploading, and most give you a desktop app if you want to use it - that creates a virtual drive letter (windows).

Some NASes (including mine) can transfer across the internet using a standard protocol like rsync. Some "cloud" storage services support these protocols.
But I find that my 55/5Mbps ISP service is practical only for VIP files, not drive images or big NAS volumes. So, I use USB3.

It was a hard week at work, and I probably overreacted when your response was kinda off topic. At the risk of going off topic in a thread I started, lets check if google drive will suit my requirements and it would be great if you could help me choose a NAS based on that.

When I tried Google Drive, I found that it was intended for small files
How small? I shoot photos in RAW format, so thats about 13 MB per file. And maybe a couple of short video clips of max 5 GB size. Would that be an issue?

It copied each file you want to upload to a folder on your PC

What do you mean? If I use a NAS to Sync or back up to Google drive, must my PC be on too?
Here's how I intend to use Google drive, let me know if this will work.
  1. I have separate folders for Documents and Photos on my "Live" NAS. This is the online storage we use on a daily basis. All "users" in my household have a folder on the "Live" NAS and they have it mapped as a network drive in Windows.
  2. The "Live" NAS backs up to a "Backup" NAS which holds archived copies of everything. This is not accessible to the "users" and I access it only when someone needs to retrieve an older version of a document / photo.
  3. Both these devices are in the same house and there is a risk of Fire / Theft.
  4. Enter the "Cloud" NAS. The "Backup" NAS will backup the documents / photos folders to the "Cloud" NAS on a regular basis. It could be a "push" or a "pull" backup depending on how well the "Cloud NAS" and the "Backup NAS" ( Buffalo) play together.
  5. The "Cloud" NAS is expected to backup to a cloud service provider, preferably Google drive.
  6. I do not intend to access the contents of the cloud backup unless I want to share a photo album or access a document when we are travelling. Even if I wanted to access the contents of the Cloud backup, I will use the web interface rather than the PC app.
Some NASes (including mine) can transfer across the internet using a standard protocol like rsync. Some "cloud" storage services support these protocols.
Does Google drive support rsync? If no, who else does?
 
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I looked at Google Drive as an alternative to services like
OpenDrive
ADrive
iDrive
CrashPlan
Acronis
Carbonite
DropBox
and some I've forgotten.
and some in the EU.

Also Amazon Web Services (AWS) and its reseller RackSpace.
I skipped Microsoft's offerings as you have to drop trou and sign here with them.

A very few services use a staging upload folder on the PC as does Google Drive. But maybe since I looked at these, Google Drive supports rSync as do ADrive, iDrive, Crashplan, AWS and some other.

I used OpenDrive for a long time - most features for less. ADrive is my current Fav as it's just $25/yr for 100GB and all the features I need.
I auto-upload VIP files/folders on a time schedule that varies by importance of that folder.
The emphasis is on automated uploads; manual is too error prone.
Some are uploaded from my NAS but via my PC's scheduler. My NAS itself has triple backup (USB3 and SD card for VVIP)

5GB is too much to push to the cloud on a routine basis unless you have superduper uplink speed. Mine's just 35 down/5 up.
 
Thanks. Which of these 3 models would you recommend?
I can't recommend any on the basis of their Google Drive backup features. They are all fine general NASes. ASUStor is newest, so its service/support might be weakest.
 
My existing NAS boxes are due for an upgrade anyway.

Would like some feedback on

Synology TS415+ and TS 415PLAY
QNAP TS -451
 
Would like some feedback on

Synology TS415+ and TS 415PLAY
QNAP TS -451

Both Vendors and models are probably equal and very good products - so much depends on the desired functionality and support...
 
Both Vendors and models are probably equal and very good products - so much depends on the desired functionality and support...


Leaning towards the QNAP, primarily due to fact that its got two RAM slots in case I want to upgrade. But is the Quad core Atom based DS415+ superior to the Dual Core Celeron based TS451? And why is the TS-451S cheaper than the TS451? Is it just because the TS451S can take only 2.5" HDDs / SSDs?
 
OK. .. I've gone full circle and back to where I started.

Started looking for a 2 bay NAS then stepped up to 4 bay for future proofing. Then I read about the expansion units from QNAP and I'm reconsidering the 2 bays again.

So it's a choice between the TS-251 and TS-453 Pro.

The price difference between a TS-251 and TS-453 PRO is about 300 AUD. I get 2 more bays, 1 Gig extra RAM and a Quad core Celeron for that 300 AUD.

Is the 453 Pro worth the extra money or do I get the 251 and buy an expansion module with the money saved?
 

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