Synology Reverses Drive Policy (EP 910)

This episode opens with a bombshell: Synology finally reversed its drive compatibility policy for NAS units, allowing IT pros and businesses to use third-party drives again—a move that’s sent shockwaves through online forums and social media. I discuss the implications for MSPs and what it means for client storage setups. Next, DattoCon coverage reveals Kaseya’s acquisition of Inky, integrating cutting-edge AI email security into its MSP platform. I share community feedback, weigh pros and cons, and offer practical advice on adapting your stack.Listener shoutouts go to Diana Giles, Kyle Kenyon, and Troy Casper, with peer forum updates and troubleshooting tales. Personal gripes about vendor portals and credit card changes bring real MSP business struggles to the surface. Finally, hands-on reviews of Datto and EnGenius Wi-Fi access points showcase practical insights for network management. Upcoming events like ASCII Cup and IT Nation roundWhy Listen: Synology lifts third-party drive limitsInky AI email tech now part of KaseyaMSP vendor frustrations—address & billing changes explainedReal-world Wi-Fi access point comparisons: Datto vs EngeniusCompanies, Products, Books MentionedSynology: https://www.synology.comDatto: https://www.datto.comKaseya: https://www.kaseya.comInky: https://www.inky.comEnGenius: https://www.engeniustech.comUbiquity: https://www.ui.comUGreen: https://www.ugreen.comN-able: https://www.n-able.comBitdefender: https://www.bitdefender.comHuntress: https://www.huntress.comBlackpoint Cyber: https://blackpointcyber.comDomotz: https://www.domotz.comAction1: https://www.action1.comSPONSORS:Livestream Partner, ThreatLocker: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/threatlockerLegacy Partner, NetAlly: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/netally/Internet Provider, Rythmz: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/rythmzProduction Gear Partner, Liongard: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/liongardTravel Partner: Bvoip: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/bvoipTravel Partner: TruGrid: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/trugridDigital Partner, Designer Ready: http://itbusinesspodcast.com/designerreadySHOW MUSIC: Item Title: Upbeat & Fun Sports Rock LogoItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-fun-sports-rock-logo-CSR3UETAuthor Username: AlexanderRufireItem License Code: 7X9F52DNMLSPONSOR MUSICItem Title: Upbeat CorporateItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-corporate-HHAM5NZAuthor Username: music_waves_productionItem License Code: WXBA2N3UDPSPONSOR MUSIC:Item Title: An Summer Ambient CorporateItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/an-summer-ambient-corporate-GAVTRPCAuthor Username: Cozy_VibesItem License Code: TUN8XQDGWV === Connect with Uncle Marv🌐 Website: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/🎙 Host: Marvin Bee🛒 Uncle Marv’s Amazon Store (gear & tools I recommend): https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZ☕ Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcastIf you found value in this episode, share it with another MSP, IT provider, or tech entrepreneur. Your support helps keep practical, no-nonsense IT business conversations coming every week.