


The DS216+II ($229.99 at Amazon) (Opens in a new window) is powered by a dual-core Intel Celeron N3060 CPU which runs at 1.6GHz and 1GB of DDR3 memory. You'll have to supply your own drives, but at just less than $300, it's still a very good deal and is our top pick for two-drive NAS devices.

Its intuitive DSM (DiskStation Manager) operating system has a familiar Windows-like look and feel that makes it easy to configure the device whether you're using it as a primary backup solution, a home media server with 4K video transcoding capabilites, a mail server, or a security camera control center. Equipped with a dual-core processor, numerous connectivity ports, and a generous selection of apps, this two-drive storage device delivered solid file transfer performance in our tests and was a snap to set up. The Synology DiskStation DS216+II ($299.99) is a full-featured NAS device designed for home and small business users. How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.
