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Recent content by dougshell

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    NOOB - about to buy DS412+

    So I ended up sticking wtih the 1512+ for the aforementioned expandibility. Plus since i got free shipping from amazon and used my rewards points it was about 100 less then it would have been. Also i went with 3 x 3TB drives from seagate.
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    NOOB - about to buy DS412+

    Grrr...Every argument or point you make, my NAS becomes smaller and smaller. I have a very vast collection of HD movies as well as HD television shows. Since my wife, room mate and I all have different taste in television shows, there are typically 5-6 shows being followed at any one time...
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    NOOB - about to buy DS412+

    I suppose now that i really sit down and think of it, I really dont have much of a need for the expandability considering i can always add additional drives to my desktop. Maybe i will stick with the 412+... Furthermore, I too usually buy western digital but i guess no matter which brand you...
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    NOOB - about to buy DS412+

    Bump... So, i think i have decided on the DS1512+ instead. It is only 150 extra, adds an additional bay, expansion options, faster all around, and a bit more future proof. But i guess all of my original questions apply. Please any advice would be great.
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    NOOB - about to buy DS412+

    First off, let me say that this little GEM of a site has been a godsend. I have learned so much about the concept of NAS as well as some of the more important questions one has to identify and answer when shopping for a NAS device. I have narrowed my needs, wants, and price range down to...
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