2013-02-13, 02:40
Hi guys, thanks for taking the time to read my post. This is my first time posting but I have been reading the forum for roughly 6 months. I know this topic has come up over and over again but I'm going to ask it again.
#1
I'm trying to decide between a NAS, Media Server, HTPC.
#2
Which media streamer will work best for me?
My setup consists of
Smart Panel with Cat 5/ Doccis 3 modem/ Linksys ea4500 Gigabit router, 50 Mbps internet service.
Living room : Samsung tv (not smart), Xbox 360, Apple TV 2 (XBMC), Bluray player, TP link 5 port gigabit switch Pioneer Receiver
Master Bed : ps3, Samsung Smart TV, TP link 5 port gigabit switch (possible apple TV 3)
Theater/Computer rm : Projector, Pioneer Receiver, ps3, printer, TP link 5 port gigabit switch (possible apple TV 3) This room also has my Main PC but has it's own cat 5 on the other side of the room.
Family room : Samsung TV (not smart), Wii, Bluray, (possible apple tv 3) no cat 5 at this location.
Mobile Devices : ipad 2, 2 x iphone 5, 2 x ipod touch, Samsung galaxy s2, and a accer android tablet, Laptop with Windows Vista
I already bought 5 x 3tb WD Red drives ( jumped the gun). 2 x Apple tv 3 but I could return them.( hoping jailbreak will be out soon)
I originally was going to buy the Synology ds1512+ http://www.synology.com/products/product...2B&lang=us and keep it in my smart panel/closet or at my rack in my theater room.
I thought I would use all 5 drives in raid 6 or 5? never used raid before. I picked this NAS as I liked I could add on 2 more 5 bay expansions if needed. http://www.synology.com/products/DX513.php?lang=us
I already have 1 TB of 720p, 2 TB of 1080p, 2.5 TB 480p, and 60 GB of Music. All the Movies are in MKV format.
I basically want to be able to have all my media in one location and be able to access it 24/7 to all devices when at home and on the go in the best quality possible. I still need to figure out a way to back everything up. I love having apps on my iphone to control and access my media and sources. Airplay is something I like having also but would come after quality and performance.
Do you guys think the NAS is going to be the best option or should I build another pc. I do need it to be quiet and energy efficient. Also is the apple tv route the best way to go or would you recommend a better streamer?
Any info is helpful
Thanks!
#1
I'm trying to decide between a NAS, Media Server, HTPC.
#2
Which media streamer will work best for me?
My setup consists of
Smart Panel with Cat 5/ Doccis 3 modem/ Linksys ea4500 Gigabit router, 50 Mbps internet service.
Living room : Samsung tv (not smart), Xbox 360, Apple TV 2 (XBMC), Bluray player, TP link 5 port gigabit switch Pioneer Receiver
Master Bed : ps3, Samsung Smart TV, TP link 5 port gigabit switch (possible apple TV 3)
Theater/Computer rm : Projector, Pioneer Receiver, ps3, printer, TP link 5 port gigabit switch (possible apple TV 3) This room also has my Main PC but has it's own cat 5 on the other side of the room.
Family room : Samsung TV (not smart), Wii, Bluray, (possible apple tv 3) no cat 5 at this location.
Mobile Devices : ipad 2, 2 x iphone 5, 2 x ipod touch, Samsung galaxy s2, and a accer android tablet, Laptop with Windows Vista
I already bought 5 x 3tb WD Red drives ( jumped the gun). 2 x Apple tv 3 but I could return them.( hoping jailbreak will be out soon)
I originally was going to buy the Synology ds1512+ http://www.synology.com/products/product...2B&lang=us and keep it in my smart panel/closet or at my rack in my theater room.
I thought I would use all 5 drives in raid 6 or 5? never used raid before. I picked this NAS as I liked I could add on 2 more 5 bay expansions if needed. http://www.synology.com/products/DX513.php?lang=us
I already have 1 TB of 720p, 2 TB of 1080p, 2.5 TB 480p, and 60 GB of Music. All the Movies are in MKV format.
I basically want to be able to have all my media in one location and be able to access it 24/7 to all devices when at home and on the go in the best quality possible. I still need to figure out a way to back everything up. I love having apps on my iphone to control and access my media and sources. Airplay is something I like having also but would come after quality and performance.
Do you guys think the NAS is going to be the best option or should I build another pc. I do need it to be quiet and energy efficient. Also is the apple tv route the best way to go or would you recommend a better streamer?
Any info is helpful
Thanks!
