Ugreen DXP4800+ NAS Setup Guide: Installation, RAID 5 Config & SMB Sharing

Published at : 23 Dec 2025

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In this video, we dive into the complete initialization and setup process of the Ugreen DXP4800+ NAS. After unboxing this unit in the last video, it's time to get it running! I’ll walk you through installing the drives, explaining why I chose RAID 5, setting up the network connection, and configuring file sharing so you can access your storage wirelessly or over a wired network.

We will cover the physical specs, the tool-less drive installation, and deep dive into the Ugreen OS (UGOS) initialization. Whether you are a beginner looking to set up your first home server or upgrading your network storage, this guide covers everything you need to get started.

🔹 Key Topics Covered:

Hardware Specs: A look at the Intel Pentium Gold processor, expandable DDR5 memory, and the unit's physical dimensions.

Drive Installation: Installing Western Digital Red Plus drives using Ugreen’s easy tool-less caddies.

RAID Configuration: Why I recommend filling your drive bays from the start and why I chose RAID 5 over RAID 6 for this setup.

Network Setup: Explaining the 2.5GbE vs. 10GbE ports and how to bridge the connection between your router, NAS, and computer.

UGOS Setup: Updating firmware, creating storage pools, and choosing the Btrfs file system.

File Sharing: How to enable SMB to map your NAS drives on both Mac (Finder) and Windows (File Explorer).


00:00 - Intro & Physical Dimensions
00:32 - DXP4800+ Specs (CPU, RAM, Ports)
01:08 - Hard Drives & RAID Explained (Why fill all slots?)
03:26 - Installing the Drives (Tool-less Setup)
04:56 - Network Connection Options (2.5GbE vs 10GbE)
08:08 - Finding the NAS on the Network
08:42 - Account Setup & Initialization
10:42 - Updating UGOS Firmware
11:47 - Creating a Storage Pool (RAID 5 Setup)
14:23 - File System: ext4 vs Btrfs
15:53 - Configuring SMB File Sharing
17:49 - Connecting to NAS on Mac & Windows
19:51 - Summary & What’s Coming Next (Media Server)