TheNASync DXP2800was sent to me before Ugreen opened itsKickstarter campaignor began filling orders.
Many of the complaints that I make in my review will (hopefully) be resolved by the company.
This is an incredibly well-made unit with a dense, premium build quality and a fantastic design.
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Port-wise, the DXP2800 is loaded with goodness.
Conveniently, Ugreen’s drive bays use a latching mechanism for screwless installation of 3.5-inch HDDs.
You only need to use screws when installing 2.5-inch drives.
This cutting-edge network-attached storage device transforms how you store and access data via smartphones, laptops, tablets, and TVs anywhere with network access.
I’m more impressed by the NASync DXP2800’s cooling system.
This seems to be a very effective cooling method, as the NAS doesn’t get very warm.
A magnetic screen is included to keep dust bunnies and pet hair from getting sucked into the NAS.
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The only concern I have in terms of hardware is power consumption.
I’d love to know if power consumption can be better optimized in software in the future.
This compartment hides a RAM module.
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To upgrade the RAM, take out the old module and put in a new one.
There’s also a pair of M.2 slots hidden inside of the NASync enclosure.
However, the NASync DXP2800 offers no form of PCIe upgradeability.
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If you were hoping to upgrade from 2.5 GbE to a 10 Gig connection, tough luck.
Despite these faults, UGOS is surprisingly polished for a brand-new operating system.
And, unlike other reviewers, I haven’t experienced any problems with SMB.
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There’s even a Google Photos-like image gallery in the UGOS mobile app.
I should reiterate that UGOS is based on Debian.
Third-party app support should be a relatively simple affair.
Flashing an alternate OS will have no impact on the NASync hardware warranty.
This has been confirmed to me by Ugreen, though it’s also mentioned in the NASync Kickstarter listing.
However, the company suggests that people stick with UGOS.
Security Concerns
I first encountered Ugreen’s NASync lineup atCES 2024.
However, I’ve seen several well-known NAS brands fall victim to vulnerabilities and ransomware attacks.
To me, the idea of a custom Ugreen-made operating system is a red flag.
NAS devices contain valuable data and tend to be poorly secured.
So, they’re a common target for malware and hackers.
Users are responsible for implementing security features, firewalls, and regular firmware updates.
But protective features and patches must be provided by the manufacturer.
And even when adequate security tools are provided, there may be underlying vulnerabilities within the operating system.
For its part, Ugreen says that user security is a top priority.
For now, I’m erring on the side of caution and gut feeling.
Should You Buy the Ugreen NASync DXP2800?
As of April 2024, I feel thatUgreen’s NASync devicesare mainly for the enthusiast crowd.
My feelings may change as Ugreen introduces third-party app support.
Docker is planned for May 2024, which is when early customers will begin receiving their NASync orders.
Still, I’ll be concerned about software security for some time.
Ugreen is new to this space, so it has to prove itself.
There’s a lot of potential here.
