Ugreen NAS Software Solutions FAQs
UGOS Pro is Ugreen's proprietary Linux-based operating system designed for the NASync series. It offers a modern, intuitive UI similar to DSM, focusing on high-speed data transfer and AI-powered management.
The UGOS Pro Virtual Machine app allows you to run Windows, Linux, or other OS environments. For optimal performance, especially with Windows 11, it is recommended to upgrade your RAM to 16GB or 32GB, as virtualizing an entire OS is resource-intensive compared to Docker. The NASync DXP2800 with its Intel Core i5 processor offers an excellent foundation for virtualization workloads, with user-upgradeable RAM slots that make scaling your setup straightforward.
For step-by-step instructions on creating and configuring your first virtual machine, see our complete guide to setting up VMs on UGREEN NAS.
Ugreen Storage Manager supports a wide range of RAID configurations, including JBOD, Basic, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10. This flexibility allows users to balance between maximum storage capacity and high-level data redundancy. If you’re unsure which configuration best fits your needs, our guide on choosing the best RAID level for your NAS breaks down the trade-offs between performance, capacity, and data protection.
While most SATA HDDs work, Ugreen maintains an official compatibility list including Western Digital Red, Seagate IronWolf, and their own branded drives. Using compatible drives ensures better stability and accurate health monitoring via the Storage Manager.