Network Attached Storage
Network Attached Storage (NAS) is a dedicated storage device connected to a computer network providing data access to authorized users and heterogeneous client devices.
Core Functions
- Data Backup and disaster recovery.
- Media Streaming (e.g., Plex, Jellyfin).
- home-server deployment.
- Virtualization and Containerization (e.g., Docker).
Hardware Specifications & Examples
- TerraMaster F4-425 Plus (Source: 2026 04 14 Making a powerful home server Gary Explains)
- Processor: Intel N150 CPU (Performance-efficient, low power).
- Memory: 16GB RAM.
- Key Capabilities: High storage flexibility and robust support for Virtualization.
Related Concepts
- RAID
- Network Protocol (SMB, NFS, AFP)
- Cloud Storage
- UnRAID
- TrueNAS
Source Notes
- 2026-04-14: “But OpenClaw is expensive…”