thanks bro. this model is superior to wdtv live though (lossless audio, 2.5" hdd tray, etc) .... and priced accordingly too!

from the website, i think the new TV-101 model is closer.

again, thanks.

Anyone using NAS for their Dune? Care to share? TIA.

I think is too costly to use NAS to store bdmv file. the direct HDD is better.

just use normal PC as NAS....cheap solutions

I do not want that. Thinking of Synology NAS. Just wanted to experience how to go about NAS and wireless streaming for video and audio.

Wireless streaming for high definition movies possible???
I thought need wired connection for stutter free streaming.
Was thinking of Synology NAS too, but since I only watch on big screen now, multiple 4 bay docks will suffice.

IIRC, someone managed to do that.

actually can use the Dune (with internal HDD) as an indexer.
With your HDD with specific name connected to the dune, it can get all the info if you are using Zappiti / yaDis / MyMovies.
But I'm to lazy to do that...just use the external HDD bays, with my DUO, I already have 10 HDD connected and +1 spare USB port

I use a Synology NAS as a download manager as well so that I don't have to keep my PC on 24/7, reduces my electricity bill by a large margin.

I'm not so familiar with the Dune, but I understand you can access content on the Synology via NFS or SMB shared folders, as well as the builtin DLNA media server on the Synology. You can also install Twonky on the Synology as well. I use SMB shares with my WDTV Live for all my content - works well, including streaming BD remux titles over 100Mbps LAN.

Synology NAS is compatible to certain Denon/Onkyo networked avr however you still need a PC to manage or control your playlist and files. http://www.synology.com/support/faq_show.p...id=298&lang=enu

I'm streaming lossless music file to an Int. Amp in WIFI connection using Synology NAS.
I'd suggest to add Squeezebox [or costly Sonos] if SQ is matter to you since you have dedicated HIFI gear rather than streaming music to an avr.
Synology NAS has built-in squeezebox server so you don't need a PC to manage your playlist anymore. There're plenty more advantages & flexibilities using Squeezebox.
http://www.synology.com/apps/packages.php?lang=enu

I also have a Dune HD Max but never tried to stream video using Synology NAS coz it's only a 2-bay model. Like other said, it's costly to me for video storage using NAS.

Tks a lot, ADJ & m-sport.

Since today is rest day. I'll do more reading on it.

My intention is to connect it to my Dune as well as trying out streaming to my hi-fi. To kill 2 audio birds with a NAS stone.

Just want to get my hands 'dirty' and experience it since the curiosity gets better of me. Not going to have a massive video storage under NAS. More likely will be hi-rez music files (browsing Linn web) as our NSAG would like to know (and see) about it.

I am planning to do that for the upcoming audio show (6 mths down the road) for my hi-fi.

me follows this thread with great interest...

i now have my music files on my PC...my squeezebox is hooked up to the HT in the other room and i feed my music files to the squeezebox via networked homeplugs. works like a charm...

problem with this setup is that the PC MUST be on to be running squeezebox server...

i too am exploring a synology/qnap solution to carry all my music as well as movies to feed my squeezebox and my media player(s)...

Currently have the video media spread over: 3 x 1.5TB, 7 x 2TB, 1 x 1TB.... oh man.. those multibay NAS solutions are exp $3xxx+

oops edit... the 12 bay one pictured below is in fact $5000

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The Squeezebox is quite good. I have a cust who is using it too along with his Bladelius Embla.

I would not want to switch on my PC in order to use it. That's why I am thinking of Synology NAS. Perhaps will start off with the basic unit first before going for the many multiple bay NAS. I already have the Sonos controlled by iPhone. Now, thinking to add AirPort Express to it.

I once was told you can add external docks to the synology .
Is it true?
This will prove a cheaper option than an expensive multibay synology.

yes and no - the expansion units only work with selected NAS models:
http://www.synology.com/support/faq_show.p...ng=enu&q_id=408

suggest taking Synology/NAS discussion to another/new thread to avoid derailing this dune thread?

Better stick it here for now as I want to know how well it works with Dune and how to go about it as I am a complete 'noob' when it comes to IT. Pardon my ignorance. Uncle is like that.

I can't contribute to this thread as I don't have a Dune, only WDTV Live. However, i can help if you have any questions on QNAP NAS as I have a TS-209, TS-409 and TS-412.

The Dune supports SMB and uPnP. Question : how do we actually 'sync' it with NAS? I suppose that we need to config the NAS via pc first in order to partner it with Dune. Sorry, uncle does not know a lot of IT jargon. Jagung, ok.

I have already able to get my Dune to connect wirelessly.

TIA.

htkaki, here's a quick overview about using a NAS.

if you use a sharkoon/hotway 4 bay storage device, and connect it via USB to your media player, you will see a list of folders, files etc. you will then navigate it via our media player, and then play your files accordingly.

a NAS is similar, but it is like a mini PC. It has a processor, memory, and runs on it's own OS. You will need a PC to access the web UI of the NAS to configure/manage it. Since it has an OS, there are also applications like media servers, web servers, download managers etc. It is also more energy efficient than using a PC to do all this on a 24/7 basis.

using a NAS is similar to the external USB storage, only that it is connected via networking instead, usually wired. Instead of it being local files, it would then be on a network shared folder. There are 2 kinds of network shared folders, SMB and NFS. NFS offers better performance, but you will need to enable it on your NAS, and your media player needs to support it. I believe the Dune supports NFS (WDTV Live does not). Once you have connected to the folder, you just browse and play the content, no problem.

you can also access the NAS content if it has a DLNA media server application on it, and if your media player is also a DLNA media renderer, which I believe the Dune is capable of doing so. There are advantages to this, such as creating a media library, tags, etc. Synology has a simple DLNA server app, but you can also install 3rd party DLNA server apps like Twonky. I believe bro terranova is more knowledgeable in this.

one cool thing I can do with my NAS and WDTV Live is using an iPhone app called ZappoTV. I can use my iPhone to browse my DLNA media library, and then select the movie/song I wish to play, and "ask" the WDTV to start playing it. Quite cool

hope this helps ya

Tks a lot

I have a 4 bay Hotway. Itchy butt to try out NAS. Need to read through the Dune manual again to understand it better.

The Dune has its own app for iPhone. It's a basic remote just like the Denon app. Once I get it works out, time for CAS and a better DAC.