UGREEN NASync DXP2800 2-Bay Desktop NAS, Intel N100 Quad-core CPU, 8GB DDR5 RAM, 2.5GbE, 2 * M.2 NVMe Slots, 4K HDMI, Network Attached Storage (Diskless)

I've wanted something that acts as both a day to day storage and backup for photos and phone data which is why I delved into NAS. After looking at synologys offerings I was disappointed as even the most basic versions were expensive and seemingly quite cheap quality and so I was put off.Then one day I saw Ugreen, a brand I have come to love launched a Kickstarter for a NAS line up. I was annoyed they were only available to Germany and the US but I assumed one day they would do international and now they have. I immediately grabbed the 2800 and a couple 4tb nas drives and have it all setup in RAID 1 and I have to say that there are very few things that I can complain about.Pro's:- Very good build quality, almost entirely made of thick aluminium with no creaks or loose parts.- Great design as it's somewhat futuristic (An item from the Halo universe comes to mind)- I/O offerings are great on the back and front, with USB-A & C 2.0/3.2, HMDI and 2.5gb ethernet.- Software is clean and easy to use providing all the important features for users use cases.- The mobile app feels similar to the desktop version and works just as well- The TV app available from the NASync website is again clean and picked up the NAS instantly providing it's video contents straight away without any hassle and showcases the films very nicely.Cons:- The CPU even under a light workload (around 20-30%) likes to hover around the 72 degree mark which is hotter than I would expect it to be. This however does not affect drive temperatures which stay around 30/35 degrees.- Due to the high CPU temps it's means the exhaust fan will ramp up and down to vent the heat and it does so quite aggressively, something I hope an update will fix one day.- The TV app although works great when setup was a bit tricky when it came to installing onto my google tv chromecast as you have to download and install the apk file. best option is probably to turn on developer settings (to allow 3rd party app installs), download a browser on the Chromecast itself and get the apk saved locally.In conclusion, Ugreen offer something for everyone and what they do offer is very good, I would highly recommend it if you're thinking of investing in a nas yourself.

Very impressive. UGREEN are new to the NAS market and so don’t expect a fully functional OS like Synology or Qnap. However saying that UGREEN has done quite a good job in their initial offering with plenty of regular updates.I particularly like the fact they include dual Nvme slots that you can raid (or use singular as drives or a cache drive). That way I can run my docker containers and VMs on the faster Nvme’s and store my media on the slower HDD NAS drives.There are few apps and it’s a shame there is no native Plex app. Although saying that I can run it in a docker container and that makes it easier to transfer/backup if I ever need to migrate or recover.In regards to performance it is extremely quick and the N100 far out performs the older Synology 224+ celeron chip. 1080 and 4k transcoding is easily handled.Overall I am very impressed and the only downside is there is no encryption at the moment so hopefully they will implement in the near future. I wish they would also include a cut out for a Kensington lock for those who have a need to secure the device where physical security is not possible ( like running in an outside office or garage).

Decided after a lot of toing and froing to purchase this Ugreen Nas. I was worried a little due to some comments regarding the operating system being a little bit underdeveloped. I have been used to Qnap in the past. But i must say the build quality is great and it was really well packaged. Only just setting it up but the operating software seems fine and I would say that a Nas beginner would have no problems with it. It prompts you as you go and explains most of the functions so you can make the right decision during set up. From this early stage i am Impressed. Comes with everything you need including a ethernet cable, screwdriver, screws and power block/cable. It takes two HDD drives and also two Mvme cards (optional) for added storage or cache. Has a HDMI output on the rear as well as all the other outputs. It also has a USB AND TYPE C input on the front. Hopefully you can see all this on the photographs. On the front it also has a power button and the hdd lights which can be switched off completely or for periods of time depending on your situation. The fan on the rear has a magnetic cover which makes it easy to clean. I did notice that most of the reviewers so far on here seem to be vine testers. I purchased mine and am very pleased with it. Just buy your 2 HDD'S and away you go. It also comes with a 2 year warranty.

Cracking 2 bay NAS. I messed up the setup, so had to radically revise it - all a learning curve! Noit yet linked it up to the 2,5Gb network switch, which should speed up large copies.Still quite a few quirks in the software, but that I am sure will improve with time.Overall fairly satisfied