media server | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net KitGuru.net - Tech News | Hardware News | Hardware Reviews | IOS | Mobile | Gaming | Graphics Cards Wed, 26 Nov 2014 11:04:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cropped-KITGURU-Light-Background-SQUARE2-32x32.png media server | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net 32 32 Synology launches new USB 3.0 DS215J https://www.kitguru.net/professional/networking/nas/jon-martindale/synology-launches-new-usb-3-0-ds215j/ https://www.kitguru.net/professional/networking/nas/jon-martindale/synology-launches-new-usb-3-0-ds215j/#respond Wed, 26 Nov 2014 10:20:06 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=223603 Although the home NAS isn't something that everyone finds a use for, the most popular for those that do, is the two bay version, as it's cheaper, more compact and more in-line with the type of storage space most people need from a network backup drive. Synology's offerings in that area however, have been lacking …

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Although the home NAS isn't something that everyone finds a use for, the most popular for those that do, is the two bay version, as it's cheaper, more compact and more in-line with the type of storage space most people need from a network backup drive. Synology's offerings in that area however, have been lacking a few key features like USB 3.0, so it's about time it released an update. That is what today is all about: meet the DS215J, the DS213J's replacement.

Featuring a brand new, MARVELL Armada, dual-core, 800MHz CPU and 512MB of RAM, this NAS has an improved write speed of almost 20 per cent over its predecessor and is more connected than ever. Like its older brother, it features USB 2.0 and gigabit LAN connections, but it also comes with a USB 3.0 port for those large files that you just want to grab and go.

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As before, it also supports Synology's DiskStation Manager backend software and is DLNA compliant for those that want to use it as a media server.

It also comes in a lighter chassis and with a reduced price tag over the DS213J, coming in at £138 including VAT.

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ASUS RT-AC66U Next-Generation Dual-band Wireless Router https://www.kitguru.net/peripherals/routers/simon-telford/asus-rt-ac66u-next-generation-dual-band-wireless-router/ https://www.kitguru.net/peripherals/routers/simon-telford/asus-rt-ac66u-next-generation-dual-band-wireless-router/#comments Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:04:29 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=114411 Wireless routers are now an essential part of any household, connecting Desktop Computers, Games Consoles, Media Servers, Laptops, Tablets and Phones to your home network and more importantly the internet. With this many devices connecting to the internet, a fast wireless router is a key investment for a media-savvy household. The ASUS RT-AC66U is a …

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Wireless routers are now an essential part of any household, connecting Desktop Computers, Games Consoles, Media Servers, Laptops, Tablets and Phones to your home network and more importantly the internet. With this many devices connecting to the internet, a fast wireless router is a key investment for a media-savvy household.

The ASUS RT-AC66U is a 5th generation dual-band Wi-Fi router, which can reach a combined data transfer speed of 1.75 Gbps – all without wires. While there aren't many devices out there that can connect at full-speed, it is of course backwards compatible and as such is future proof.

Specifications

Network Standard IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.3u, IPv4, IPv6
Product Segment AC1750 ultimate AC performance; 450+1300Mbps
Data Rate 802.11a : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54Mbps
802.11b : 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps
802.11g : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54Mbps
802.11n : up to 450Mbps
802.11ac: up to 1300Mbps
Antenna Detachable antenna x 3
Operating Frequency 2.4G~2.4835GHz /5.1~5.8GHz
Encryption 64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise
Firewall & Access Control Firewall: SPI intrusion detection,DoS protection
Access control: Parental control, Network service filter, URL filter, Port filter
Management UPnP, DLNA, DNS Proxy, NTP Client, DDNS, Port Triger, Virtual Server, DMZ
VPN Support IPSec Pass-Throuth
PPTP Pass-Through
L2TP Pass-Through
PPTP server
WAN Connection Type Internet connection type : Automatic IP, Static IP, PPPoE(MPPE supported), PPTP, L2TP
Dual Link support
Multicast Proxy support
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TonidoPlug 2 Small Home Server Review https://www.kitguru.net/professional/networking/simon-telford/tonidoplug-2-small-home-server-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/professional/networking/simon-telford/tonidoplug-2-small-home-server-review/#comments Tue, 09 Oct 2012 07:33:15 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=107943 Media and enthusiast-servers are growing in popularity as more people realise the benefits within a home environment; after all numerous computer systems, tablets, televisions and phones can be utilised in accessing media files. Media servers allow people to have media stored in one area which can then be streamed to multiple devices via a router. …

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Media and enthusiast-servers are growing in popularity as more people realise the benefits within a home environment; after all numerous computer systems, tablets, televisions and phones can be utilised in accessing media files. Media servers allow people to have media stored in one area which can then be streamed to multiple devices via a router.

For example, if you want to show your latest holiday pictures to family and friends on a new Smart TV then you can do so easily with a home server. Also, if you want to load that important PDF document on your phone without having to turn your computer on, then a media server is the perfect solution.

The TonidoPlug 2 is not like most media or home servers as it is small in size and has a tiny energy footprint. Let us take a closer look at the nifty little device.

Specifications

  • Dimensions (LxWxD): 5.5″x 3″ x 1″
  • Power Requirements: 100-240V, 50/60HZ
  • Memory: 512 MB of DDR3
  • Storage: 512 MB of Flash
  • Network: Gigabit Ethernet, WiFi b/g/n
  • Interface: USB 2.0
  • Internal HDD Bay: 2.5 inch SATA (9.5mm)
  • Browsers: IE, Firefox and Safari
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