Conclusion
...the N4310 offers four bays, USB 3.0 connectivity, decent performance from an energy-efficient, single-core processor, and a healthy set of features...Network-attached storage servers are generally aimed at customers who have a knowledge and understanding of their personal requirements. Need advanced features such as virtualisation or a snazzy user interface? Then the Thecus N4310 probably isn't for you.
If, however, you're in the market for an affordable NAS that provides high capacity and capable everyday performance for an affordable fee, this is a unit that should be on your radar. Priced at around £260, the N4310 offers four bays, USB 3.0 connectivity, decent performance from an energy-efficient, single-core processor, and a healthy set of features that includes home-user basics alongside various workplace-friendly services.
Thecus could make a few tweaks to improve the overall package - the fan should have been quieter and the software still needs refinement - but as it stands, the N4310 is an accessible NAS for anyone needing four bays on a budget.
Energy efficient hardware
Capable performance
Small footprint
Good array of features
Software could be more refined
Lengthy RAID array build time
Thecus N4310
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