Independent Australian storage and infrastructure guides. Real AU pricing, honest verdicts.
How much does a NAS actually cost to run in Australia? We break down electricity costs by bay count, state-by-state power rates, HDD spin-down savings, and a full TCO comparison against cloud storage. With the exact maths shown.
The Synology DS423 is a 4-bay NAS powered by the Realtek RTD1619B processor, available from $635 AU at Scorptec and $699 at Mwave. It suits home users and small home offices that want reliable 4-bay storage without power-user features. No M.2 slots, no 10GbE expansion, and no hardware transcoding. But DSM is excellent and the price is right for what it is.
FCP library corruption on a NAS is almost always caused by the same small set of configuration mistakes. And almost never by a faulty NAS. Here is why libraries corrupt on SMB shares, which storage patterns are safe, and how to configure your NAS so FCP works reliably.
Putting Premiere Pro on a NAS and immediately hitting Media Pending is the most predictable setup failure in shared video storage. Here is the correct Productions folder structure, where every cache file actually belongs, and a step-by-step fix for every Media Pending scenario.
Most editors assume collaborative DaVinci Resolve editing means putting a project file on the NAS and having everyone open it. That causes database corruption. Here is how Resolve's actual collaborative model works. PostgreSQL, file placement, path mapping, and multi-user setup done properly.
How long does a NAS backup take in Australia? It depends on your connection, dataset size, and backup type. This guide gives you realistic times for LAN, NBN 50, and NBN 100. Plus strategies for making your backup window work.
How much storage does a CCTV or IP camera system actually need? This guide walks through the key variables. Resolution, codec, recording mode, and retention. With three real-world scenarios, and a link to our free NVR storage calculator to size your own setup.
The Asustor AS6702T is a 2-bay NAS with a built-in 10GbE port and Intel Celeron N5105 processor, priced at $781 AU. It’s the most affordable 10GbE NAS in Australia. Here’s whether it’s worth it.
Running Nextcloud on a NAS gives you a private Dropbox and Google Photos replacement with no ongoing subscription cost. Here are the best NAS units for Nextcloud in Australia, with current AU pricing and real-world performance guidance.
UGREEN DXP4800 Pro ($1,149 AU) vs QNAP TS-464 ($1,129 AU): two 4-bay NAS units, one running an Intel Core i3-1315U and the other a Celeron N5105, with different software ecosystems and price tags. Here's which one to buy in Australia.
Synology DS425+ ($899 AU) vs QNAP TS-464 ($1,129 AU): two 4-bay NAS units built on the same Intel Celeron N-series chip family but with different priorities. Here’s which 4-bay to buy for Australian home and SMB use.
The QNAP TS-233 is a 2-bay ARM-based NAS priced at $402 AU. The most affordable QNAP option for Australian buyers. Here’s whether it’s the right entry-level NAS or whether you’re better off spending more.
The best NAS for an Australian home lab in 2026 depends on whether you prioritise Docker flexibility, raw storage capacity, 10GbE networking, or the ability to run virtual machines. This guide covers the top picks across each use case with current AU pricing.
Synology DS225+ ($597 AU) vs QNAP TS-264 ($819-$917 AU): one offers Synology’s polished ecosystem at a lower price, the other brings x86 performance, dual 2.5GbE, and NVMe cache. Here’s which 2-bay NAS to buy in Australia.
The UGREEN DXP6800 Pro is a 6-bay NAS with an Intel Core i5-1235U processor (10-core/12-thread), PCIe 3.0 expansion, and built-in dual 10GbE networking with Thunderbolt 4. It isn't currently sold through UGREEN's Australian storefront. Here's whether the hardware earns its place against Synology and QNAP alternatives if you're considering it, and what to check first.
The QNAP TS-264 is a 2-bay NAS with Intel Celeron N5105, 8GB DDR4, dual 2.5GbE, and two M.2 NVMe slots - priced from $819 at PLE and $949 at Scorptec. A strong option for power home users who want SSD cache and hardware transcoding in a 2-bay footprint.
The Synology BeeStation is a personal cloud device for non-technical users who want private photo and file backup without DSM complexity or monthly cloud fees. Here’s what Australian buyers need to know before purchasing.
If you're a working video editor, drone pilot, or photographer in Australia deciding between Thunderbolt and 10GbE, billing client storage into your day rate, or migrating off a dying Drobo, this guide covers what ranked 'best NAS' picks lists skip: the connection decision, Mac editor workflows, remote client delivery, and the three mistakes that sink most AU NAS builds. Want ranked model picks instead? See our Best NAS for Video Editing guide.
For Mac video editors, the QNAP vs Synology decision comes down to one question: do you need Thunderbolt? Synology doesn't offer it. QNAP does. Here's what that means for your workflow, your budget, and your decision.
QNAP's remote access tools let video editors share high-resolution previews with clients and access their NAS from anywhere. Without paying for Frame.io or Dropbox. Here's how to set it up, and what NBN upload speeds actually mean for your workflow.
Choosing the wrong NAS connection speed is the most common. And most expensive. Mistake video editors make. Here's how to choose between Thunderbolt, 10GbE, and 2.5GbE based on your actual workflow, not the spec sheet.
NAS-rated drives are not optional for professional video editing storage. They are the difference between a setup that runs for years and one that fails mid-project. This guide covers IronWolf vs WD Red Pro, the CMR vs SMR issue every buyer needs to understand, and AU pricing from local retailers.
Drobo ceased operations in 2023, leaving Mac-based editors and drone pilots with ageing hardware and no upgrade path. Here is what made Drobo work for creative workflows, why QNAP is the primary replacement for Thunderbolt users, and what to do if your Drobo is still running. But might not be for long.
The answer depends on three things: your codec, your weekly shooting volume, and how long you retain footage. This guide walks through the calculation step by step. With a codec-by-codec storage table, a worked example for drone and wedding editors, and the AU cost-per-TB reality.
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