Synology
DS423
Based on 38 Reddit mentions
$399.99
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Help on making a Plex PC Server
The i5-13500 (plus plexpass) makes a fantastic transcoding combination, able to transcode, for most of us anyway, to the moon and back. I'd not expect any issues. In RAMpocalypse times, I'd not go to 32GB; if it's just a Plex and the -Arrs server, 8GB is enough, but get 16GB just to have some extra
...dclive1 in r/PlexServers
March 12, 2026 2:35 AM
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Creating the PS3 Full Library Console
Ps3netsrv in combination with my synology ds423+ works perfectly 100% of the time, lag-free and the quickest loading times i have ever seen on my ps3, so yeah, +1 recommandation from my side for this kind of setup
B7driver in r/ps3piracy
July 12, 2026 6:26 AM
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Meet the X15: the first server purpose-built for Unraid
Yes, it’s all obsolete. Google me this: “Synology ds423 plus with four disks wattage”. 8 watts idle, 28 watts fully going. That’s what Google tells me. You? And will destroy your setup for plex, but otherwise about 75 percent as fast. And it’s a 2019 cpu. That’s what 9 years gets. I understand the d
...dclive1 in r/unRAID
April 18, 2026 4:43 PM
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PMS on pc or NAS?
I use a Syno DS423+ with Intel Celeron J4125 CPU (a 2019 CPU with Intel QuickSync capable iGPU). I have PlexPass. I think it's fantastic. I have 5 AppleTV devices around the house, and I share this out with perhaps five other frequent users and 5 other infrequent users. I have 100mbps up and gigabit
...dclive1 in r/PleX
February 3, 2026 4:49 PM
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PMS on pc or NAS?
Your NAS has the same CPU as the Synology DS423+ that someone mentioned to you below. If you're using hardware transcoding (Plex pass required) you can get around 2 4k transcodes out of it. I had a similar NAS and transcoding wasn't my problem. The thing that improved the most when I upgraded to a m
...After_shock7 in r/PleX
February 4, 2026 1:23 AM
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People running Plex on mini PC like acemagic N150
I have the exact same machine Acemagic N150, 16GB RAM, 256GB NVMe Two weeks ago I moved my Plex Server from my Synology DS423+ to this little champ! I went with Fedora Server , Plex is running via Docker The Hardware Transcoding works great My DS423+ struggled with transcoding DoVi 4K content the N1
...awnful24x7 in r/PleX
February 13, 2026 7:12 PM
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Which 4-bay should I get?
Key Differences Networking Speed The QNAP TS-433 wins on raw speed out of the box. It features a 2.5GbE port, which is significantly faster than the standard 1GbE ports found on the Synology models. If you have a modern router or switch, the QNAP will move files much faster. Software Experience (QTS
...meva12 in r/HomeNAS
February 21, 2026 7:50 PM
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KISS Home NAS
I will tell anyone that will listen to completely ignore anything smaller than a 4 bay NAS. I would avoid the Synology 2025 Plus Series for a while because of the strict drive compatibility requirements. The Value Series is targeted at the home market and would be all you need for your current use c
...Shane_is_root in r/HomeNAS
July 8, 2025 5:25 PM
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Trying to decide on getting a Mini PC or NAS
i'm looking to get into hosting my own plex server locally. Currently utilizing a seedbox. Is there any specific NAS to pair with a Beelink S12 that makes the most sense? I was initially going to go with a synology DS423+ but due to 45-50mbps Upload speed i'd have to restrict everyone outside my hom
...jack3moto in r/PleX
September 9, 2025 8:47 PM
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Recommendations for a KISS NAS
When I was in a similar situation, running Plex on my DS916+ became frustrating, I opted to just run Plex on a Dell 3060 USF and just use NAS as a NAS. It has let me put money into bigger drives instead of replacing a working chassis. I have never seen a point to the 2 chassis NAS and always suggest
...Shane_is_root in r/HomeNAS
July 5, 2025 2:29 PM
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