Overview
The UGREEN NASync DXP480T Plus is a high-performance all-flash NAS (Network Attached Storage) device designed for creators who need fast, reliable storage. It supports four M.2 NVMe SSDs (up to ~32TB total), offers a 10GbE network port, Thunderbolt 4, and is powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core i5 (1235U) processor with multi-thread capability. For a music producer, it means you can store huge sample libraries, project files, multi-track sessions, and work with them with minimal delay when streaming or editing over your network.
Pros
- High throughput & low latency
The 10Gb Ethernet port combined with NVMe SSD storage gives very fast read/write performance, which is crucial for large sample libraries, virtual instruments, or audio/video sessions being edited or played over network shares. - Strong internal hardware & expandability
With an Intel i5 (10 cores, 12 threads), 8 GB of DDR5 RAM out of the box (expandable up to 64 GB), and support for multiple RAID modes (0,1,5,6,10 etc.), you’ve got room to grow and good options for redundancy or performance depending on your workflow. - Versatile I/O & connectivity
The device includes 2× Thunderbolt 4 ports (useful for fast external drives or displays), a USB-A 10Gbps port, HDMI 8K out, built-in WiFi, plus the main 10GbE LAN. That gives flexibility for connecting monitors, external drives, or other equipment. - All-flash design
Because it uses NVMe SSDs instead of spinning hard drives, it’s much faster, cooler, and quieter. For studio work where you want minimal noise, fast access to large audio files, and fewer mechanical failure risks, this is a big plus. - RAID & data protection
The support for multiple RAID modes means you can set this up for redundancy (e.g. RAID-5 or RAID-10) to reduce risk of data loss. Very important for preserving your work.
Cons / Trade-offs
- Single primary LAN port
There is only one 10GbE network port, so all data traffic over Ethernet must share that. If multiple users or multiple heavy streams are involved (e.g. several people working off the NAS or streaming high-track sessions etc.), this could become a bottleneck. - Software maturity
Some reviews note that the NASync UGOS Pro OS is newer and still developing; while many fundamental features are strong, bits of functionality, apps ecosystem, or stability may not yet match more mature NAS OSs like Synology DSM or QNAP. - Cost & required SSD investment
The device itself doesn’t come with the NVMe drives (or comes empty, storage drives not included). To reach full capacity and performance, you’ll need to invest in good NVMe SSDs, which adds significantly to total cost. Also, using high-end SSDs to get full speed adds to the budget. - Thunderbolt ports are “host mode only”
Some features (especially networking or speed improvements via Thunderbolt) may require workaround or are limited by what the hardware/firmware permits. It may not be as plug-and-play or versatile in all configurations as advertised.
Best For
- Producers and composers with large sample libraries (or planning to grow) who work with connected workstations over network storage.
- Studios or project-spaces that need fast storage access, minimal latency, quiet operation, and room to expand.
- Users doing heavy mixing, editing, backing up, streaming files from NAS to DAWs etc. who want reliability, redundancy, and speed.
- Anyone wanting to set up a central storage system to share project files, assets, backups etc., across multiple devices/users with performance close to local SSDs.
Summary & Verdict
The UGREEN NASync DXP480T Plus is among the more powerful NAS solutions aimed at creators today. For music production, it offers many features you want: fast NVMe storage, high throughput network connectivity, flexible RAID for safety, and strong hardware inside. It may not have every feature from mature NAS ecosystems yet, and you’ll need to budget well (for NVMe drives and possibly upgrades), but what it offers out of the box makes it a very compelling solution.
Verdict: Excellent choice as a “studio NAS” for serious users who want performance and safety. Very well suited for producers who demand speed, low latency, and high storage capacity. If you’re primarily doing light projects or don’t need large sample libraries, there may be cheaper alternatives, but for heavy users, this is a strong investment.
