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ASUSTOR AS SERIES Australian brand guide

Asustor NAS Australia: Models, ADM Software, Reviews and Setup Guides

A complete Australian resource for Asustor NAS. Compare the Drivestor, Lockerstor and Flashstor ranges, understand ADM, check Docker support, explore setup guides and decide whether Asustor is the right value-focused NAS platform for your home or business.

The honest positioning: Asustor generally sits between UGREEN and the established Synology/QNAP ecosystems on both price and software maturity, with ADM a capable but smaller platform than DSM or QTS. Docker runs across the range, but the ARM-based entry models have far less headroom for containers than the Intel and AMD models.

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Asustor in 60 seconds

What Australian buyers need to know first

Asustor positions itself as a value-focused alternative to Synology and QNAP, with three distinct product lines covering entry storage through to NVMe-only performance units. ADM is a smaller software ecosystem than DSM or QTS, and Docker runs across the range, with far more headroom on the Intel and AMD models.

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Three lines by use case, not just price

Drivestor covers entry-level storage, Lockerstor is the mainstream prosumer range with broader hardware and software capability, and Flashstor is an NVMe-only line built for compact, high-throughput use cases.

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Docker across the range

Every range, including the entry ARM-based Drivestor models, can run Docker through App Central, though Drivestor's limited memory suits only light container use. Lockerstor and Flashstor models use Intel or AMD platforms with more headroom.

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ADM covers the core NAS needs well

Backup, file sharing, Plex and surveillance packages are all present, though the package catalogue is smaller than Synology's DSM or QNAP's QTS.

Quick range picker

Which Asustor NAS range is right for you?

Drivestor series

Entry storage tier

The budget entry point for basic backup and file storage, built on lower-cost ARM hardware.

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ARM-based platformKeeps cost down but limits heavier workloads.
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ADMCovers core backup and file-sharing needs; some higher-end packages are unavailable on entry hardware.
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Light Docker onlyARM-based Drivestor models can run Docker through App Central; their limited memory suits only light container use.
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Basic home backup and file storageA better fit where low purchase cost matters more than containers or self-hosting.
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Lockerstor series

Mainstream prosumer tier

Asustor's mainstream range, with Intel or AMD hardware capable of Docker, Plex transcoding and more demanding home or small-business workloads.

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Intel or AMD platformMeaningful step up from Drivestor, enough headroom for Docker and transcoding.
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ADM with App Central Docker supportFull Docker support on the Intel/AMD-based Lockerstor range.
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Docker-capableRelevant for self-hosting, Plex and small business applications.
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Home power users and small businessesThe stronger fit where containers or transcoding performance are part of the decision.
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Flashstor series

NVMe-only performance tier

A compact, all-NVMe line built for high throughput and low power draw rather than maximum raw capacity.

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Intel platform, NVMe-only baysBuilt for speed and compact form factor over large-capacity spinning storage.
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ADM with App Central Docker supportSame core software as Lockerstor, tuned for an all-flash use case.
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Docker-capableSuitable for lightweight self-hosting alongside high-speed file access.
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Creators and power users prioritising speed and compact sizeThe stronger fit where throughput and footprint matter more than maximum raw capacity.
Compare Flashstor models
NVMe-only storage has a different cost-per-terabyte to spinning-disk NAS. Factor drive cost into the total price before comparing against Drivestor or Lockerstor.
Model comparison

Compare the Asustor NAS range

Prices are the typical market price across the Australian retailers we track, updated daily. Confirm the final price at the retailer before you buy.
Model / tierPlatformBest suited toDockerAU market pricePrice basisGuide
AS1202TDrivestor entry tier ARM-based Basic home backup and file storage Yes About $301 Check price → Market price, updated daily N/A
AS6704TLockerstor mainstream tier Intel/AMD-based, Docker-capable Home power users and small business, Plex transcoding Yes Check current retailer prices Check price → Not enough current AU listings N/A
FS6712XFlashstor NVMe tier Intel, NVMe-only Creators and power users prioritising speed and compact size Yes About $1,010 Check price → Market price, updated daily N/A
Where Asustor fits

A value-focused middle ground, with Docker headroom tied to the chip

Asustor should not be judged purely against Synology or QNAP's software depth. The real decision is whether its price positioning and ADM's core feature set meet your needs, and whether the specific model's chip has enough headroom for the containers you plan to run.

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Competitive pricing against Synology and QNAP

Lockerstor and Flashstor models generally undercut comparable Synology and QNAP hardware while still running a full NAS operating system.

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Docker on Intel/AMD-based models

Lockerstor and Flashstor models support Docker through ADM's App Central, covering self-hosting and light business applications.

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Light Docker only on entry Drivestor models

ARM-based Drivestor units can run Docker, though their limited memory suits only light container use. Choose Lockerstor or Flashstor if containers are a big part of the plan.

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A smaller software ecosystem than DSM or QTS

ADM covers the core NAS needs well, but its package catalogue and community size are smaller than Synology or QNAP's. Judge it on the features that exist now.

Asustor resource library

Buying, setup and software guides

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Review

ASUSTOR AS1202T and AS1204T Review (Drivestor Gen2)

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 How-To

Plex on Asustor NAS: Australian Setup Guide

Plex installs on Asustor NAS devices via App Central and runs well on Intel N5105 models that support …

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 Review

Asustor AS6702T Review Australia - 2 x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet

The Asustor AS6702T is a 2-bay NAS with an Intel Celeron N5105 processor, 2 x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet …

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 How-To

Asustor NAS Setup Australia 2026: Getting Started with ADM

A complete step-by-step guide to setting up your Asustor NAS in Australia. Covers ADM installation, storage manager, RAID …

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 Review

Asustor AS5404T Review Australia 2026: 4-Bay NAS Reviewed

The Asustor AS5404T Nimbustor 4 Gen2 is a 4-bay NAS with an Intel N5105 quad-core CPU, 4GB DDR4 …

25 Feb 2026Read →
 Buying Guide

Best Asustor NAS 2026 - Ranked + How It Compares to UGREEN

Asustor makes some of the best value NAS devices in Australia, with strong multimedia features and competitive Australian …

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 Brand Hub

Asustor NAS Australia 2026: Every Model Reviewed and Compared

The complete guide to buying Asustor NAS in Australia. Covers every current model from Drivestor to Lockerstor and …

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Buying in Australia

Do not evaluate a NAS on specifications alone

For Australian buyers, the seller, stock source, warranty pathway and support route can matter as much as the processor or memory included in the box.

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Confirm whether the model is stocked locally

Local stock and direct-import availability can produce different delivery, return and support experiences.

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Check the warranty provider

Know whether a fault is handled by an Australian retailer, Asustor's direct channel or an overseas seller before buying.

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Verify current AUD pricing and inclusions

Model pricing, promotions and channel availability can change. Every price on this page carries a verification date.

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Buy for the platform that exists now

Judge the current software feature set on its own merits, not on assumptions carried over from a more established NAS platform.

Why trust Need to Know IT?

Independent Australian guidance, not a sponsored product shelf

Need to Know IT uses a documented evaluation process, cross-checks claims against official documentation and keeps guides updated for Australian pricing and availability.

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Independent Australian publisher

Advice is framed around the products, prices, retailers and risks Australian buyers encounter.

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Official sources checked

Product and software claims are cross-checked against vendor documentation rather than repeated from listings.

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Updates are part of the method

Pricing, availability and software capability are revisited as products and terms change.

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Affiliate or advertising relationships do not determine the order of recommendations.

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Asustor NAS FAQ

Common questions from Australian buyers

ADM (Asustor Data Master) is Asustor's NAS operating system. It covers file storage, backup, Plex, surveillance and Docker support on capable models, though its package ecosystem is smaller than Synology's DSM or QNAP's QTS.

Drivestor is Asustor's entry-level, ARM-based range for basic backup and storage. Lockerstor is the mainstream Intel/AMD-based range with Docker support and stronger performance. Flashstor is a compact, all-NVMe line built for speed rather than maximum raw capacity.

Yes. Every current range can run Docker through App Central, including the ARM-based Drivestor models, though their limited memory suits only light container use. Lockerstor and Flashstor models use Intel or AMD platforms and have more headroom.

Yes, primarily through Amazon AU. Availability and pricing vary by model, so confirm current stock and price before buying.

Not universally. Asustor generally sits between UGREEN's hardware-first value pricing and the more established Synology and QNAP software ecosystems. The right choice depends on whether price, Docker support on the specific model, or software maturity matters most for your use case.