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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 36195, member: 636"] ASUSTOR keeps its NAS devices unlocked to let customers use the products freely. Other tech companies force restrictions that make people buy only their branded parts, like hard drives. These limits create problems when people want to build RAID systems or check drive health. The ASUSTOR approach means customers can select any compatible drive instead of facing arbitrary limitations. This respect for customer choice stands against the growing trend of vendor lock-in across the tech industry. The company tests many components for compatibility. Their list helps buyers find parts that work well with ASUSTOR NAS systems. Any drive made for supported interfaces should work in their devices. ASUSTOR cannot guarantee every drive will function perfectly. However, they refuse to restrict what customers can install in devices they purchased with their money. Unlocked devices last longer because they remain functional as long as drives exist on the market. Users can even install alternate operating systems after official support ends. This approach reduces electronic waste in landfills, helps create a greener planet through extended device lifespan, and gives customers complete control over their hardware. Hard drives, SSDs, and RAM have different speeds, capacities, and prices. The freedom to choose components helps customers save money and improve performance. Sometimes, specific parts become hard to find in the market. With ASUSTOR, customers can install the latest technology, like 36 TB drives, creating up to 360 TB storage in a ten-bay system. Customer satisfaction remains their top priority through freedom of choice. [/QUOTE]

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