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How to Use AI on Synology NAS with AI Creator & Marius Hosting: A Guide to Getting Started

AI Creator / January 5, 2025

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Learn how to set up AI on your Synology NAS with insights from Marius Hosting. Discover tools like ChatGPT & Serge to enhance Synology’s potential with AI Creator.


Exploring AI on Your Synology NAS: A Journey with AI Creator & Marius Hosting
 
So, let's share a little behind-the-scenes story. Before launching the AI Creator website, Rob, the mind behind it all, was on a deep dive into the world of AI. And let me tell you, that journey took some interesting turns. It all started with his Synology DS920+ NAS, a fantastic little piece of tech with seemingly endless potential. Rob would spend hours poking around, looking for the next big thing it could do. And during this quest, he stumbled upon a website that would become his go-to guide for anything Synology—Marius Hosting.
 
If you haven’t been to Marius Hosting, I recommend it, even if you’re just a little curious about Synology’s capabilities. Marius has this knack for explaining complex setups in a way that doesn’t make your brain hurt. Honestly, Marius is a lifesaver for Synology users—especially for people like Rob who want to push their NAS to the limit without breaking anything (or at least without breaking anything too much). Rob would spend late nights browsing Marius’s articles, and that’s where he first got a taste of running AI on his Synology NAS.
 
Here’s the cool part: it wasn’t just the usual file storage tips. Marius had guides on setting up AI-related applications—yes, right there on your Synology NAS. From tutorials on installing ChatGPT to guides on getting Docker containers running, Marius had everything spelled out. Rob was inspired. He realised there was a way to bring AI to more people without needing a massive server or tech team. And so, AI Creator was born, thanks in part to those late nights on Marius’s site.
 
Marius Bogdan Lixandru: The Man Behind the Site
 
Now, if you’re curious about the guy responsible for all this, let me introduce you to Marius Bogdan Lixandru. He’s a content creator from Romania with a fascinating blend of skills: a background in biology and chemistry (yep, really), mixed with a love for tech and programming. Born on April 13, 1984, Marius grew up fascinated by technology. But here’s the twist—he’s also got a big passion for agriculture. Picture this: a tech guru who also has his own garden and orchard, complete with fruit trees and two mioritic shepherd dogs. Not quite the tech geek stereotype, right? But that’s Marius—multifaceted and down-to-earth.
 
Tech Meets Practicality
 
What makes Marius’s site so helpful is that he writes in everyday language. No over-the-top jargon. Just straightforward guidance, perfect for the rest of us who don’t speak “techie” fluently. He’s like that friend you call when your WiFi goes down, who doesn’t make you feel dumb for asking. And his guides aren’t just about Synology; they’re about making technology useful for everyday people.
 
Here’s a quick taste of what you can learn from Marius:
 
    •    How to Install Chat with GPT on Your Synology NAS: Turn your NAS into a personal chatbot hub.
    •    How to Install Serge on Your Synology NAS: Set up another popular AI tool with ease.
 
A Heartfelt Thanks to Marius
 
It’s fair to say that without Marius’s site, Rob’s journey to launching AI Creator might’ve taken a lot longer. Rob—and everyone at AI Creator—sends a big thank-you to Marius for sharing his knowledge so freely. Marius, if you’re reading this, we’ll keep learning from you as we grow. You’ve been a great guide on this adventure.
 
If you’re interested in saving money by hosting your own website or just curious about what else you can do with your Synology NAS, I’d recommend giving Marius’s site a visit at mariushosting.com. And if you find his guides as helpful as Rob did, consider showing your support with a donation at Support Marius. Trust me, you won’t regret checking out his work—his site is like a Synology user’s hidden treasure.