How to connect to your QNAP NAS

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Setting up a QNAP network-attached storage (NAS) server is a painless process. All you need to do is fire up the NAS, locate it on your network, and run through some initial configuration screens. This guide will walk you through each step to get up and running.

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How to set up and connect to your QNAP NAS

For beginners

The TS-251D is best suited to those who don’t require much from a NAS or are just starting out with their first server. With two drive bays, you can store plenty on this compact unit.

For serious homeowners

This NAS comes with a remote, so you know QNAP has Plex and multimedia in mind. With a capable Intel CPU and four bays, the TS-451+ would make for an excellent starting media server.

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Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He’s been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at@RichEdmonds.