Synology DSM 7.4 - The Good, the Bad and the AI (DSM 8.0 Lite?) - NAS Compares
… Consequently, legacy platforms are excluded from this release cycle entirely, drawing a clear boundary between older deployments and the future software roadmap. …
… Consequently, legacy platforms are excluded from this release cycle entirely, drawing a clear boundary between older deployments and the future software roadmap. …
… Having said that, the idea of eight drives means I can store A LOT more video, and add more cameras without reducing my retention policy. …
… Mine are like 10 years old, been on 3 platforms since then. …
… DSM 7.4 is the current platform, it’s the most polished and cohesive NAS OS available, and following Synology’s October 2025 policy change, you can now use third-party drives without compatibility warnings — which makes these units far better value than they were even a year ago. …
… Package Removals and Compatibility Changes Synology’s official DSM 7.4 notes list several package and platform changes. …
… REPLY ON YOUTUBE I won’t be buying anymore Beelink products, my ME Mini has been a disaster, and their returns policy is pretty naff they require you have a paypal account . …
… The OpenWrt Based Software Platform Remains One of the Strongest in This Category The Slate 7 Pro continues to run the customized OpenWrt based firmware developed by GL.iNet , and this remains one of the defining advantages of the platform. …