Pros: Fast when sending and receiving data never goes below 100mbps, I'm using old HDD's Ive saved up order time and still can reach these speeds. Tons of programs like cloud sync and media server. The media utility is by far my favorite part, it makes a nice UI for movies with the feel of on-line streaming. Nice to chose a move on my phone and cast to to TV and even control the playback and sound from the phone. Discovering new applications every week. Sends notifications when system is not reachable via internet to an e-mail

Cons: Although synology makes the applications as user friendly as possible it does take a bit of prior computer knowledge for some applications. There are plenty f on-line guides and videos created by synology and users to help but a few minutes of research will save hours of trying to setup incorrectly yourself. Always take few minutes to verify the steps to save time down the road.

Other Thoughts: This model i bought for home use but slowly using for a personal business. This one has plenty of power.

Pros: Basic nothing too fancy, Simple

Cons: First board came in with bent pins. Eventually items doe come in broke. After RMA new board lasted two days, due to discarding box item came in (which was poorly shipped in BOTH cases) I'm unable to replace with new board form newegg. Extremely disappointed. First and last time using open box, QC failed horribly at there job.