Running Windows 11 with maximum RAM utilization while SMB1 remains active
Running Windows 11 with maximum RAM utilization while SMB1 remains active
Hi, I set up a new computer with Windows 11 for the first time. Everything seems to be working fine, but I need to access my old NAS. I tried enabling SMB1, but after a few hours it’s using almost all of my 32GB RAM. After turning it off, the RAM usage returns to normal, yet I can’t connect to the NAS anymore. Anyone have a solution?
If this applies (assuming it's likely), allow the process to finish and RAM consumption should return to typical levels after indexing completes.
I'll wait 24 hours. If it continues, I'll reassess and consider alternative approaches.
SMB1 is outdated due to significant security flaws and lack of updates. It's very old technology. If you're using a NAS that only supports SMB1, think about upgrading. An off-the-shelf Optiplex or TrueNAS setup costs around $100-200 and offers much better performance overall.
I understand it's outdated and it's not ideal, but I'm aware of the situation. It performed well on my previous Windows 10 system, though I'm aware of the associated risks. This device is a Terastation TS-XEL43E.