Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and tips for the MSP and IT Professional)

Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and ti…

The IT Business Podcast is a show for MSPs (Managed Service Providers) and IT Professionals providing business network support and managed services. Each episode delivers products, stories, and tips that help the MSP and IT Pro run the business better, smarter, and faster, covering everything from pricing and packaging to operations, tools, and service delivery. You’ll hear candid conversations with working MSP owners, system admins, vendors, and industry leaders who share what’s actually working in the field, including hard lessons, success stories, and the occasional “what not to do.” Topics regularly include managed services best practices, cybersecurity and compliance, Microsoft 365 and cloud, automation and documentation, vendor selection and stack building, plus the day-to-day realities of running a modern IT business. Hosted by longtime IT business owner and podcaster Marvin “Uncle Marv” Bee, the show blends real talk, practical advice, and a lighthearted tone so the MSP and IT Pro behind the network can learn, laugh, and get better every week.

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Oct. 8, 2025

Synology Reverses Drive Policy (EP 910)

In this week’s IT Business Podcast Livestream, Uncle Marv reveals Synology’s sudden drive compatibility reversal and discusses the big news from DattoCon—Kaseya’s acquisition of Inky for advanced AI-powered email security. Tune in for candid takes on MSP stack consolidation, hands-on Wi-Fi access point reviews, and real-world frustrations with vendor portals, plus listener shoutouts to Diana Giles, Kyle Kenyon, and Troy Casper.

Show Notes

This episode opens with a bombshell: Synology finally reversed its drive compatibility policy for NAS units, allowing IT pros and businesses to use third-party drives again—a move that’s sent shockwaves through online forums and social media. I discuss the implications for MSPs and what it means for client storage setups. Next, DattoCon coverage reveals Kaseya’s acquisition of Inky, integrating cutting-edge AI email security into its MSP platform. I share community feedback, weigh pros and cons, and offer practical advice on adapting your stack.
Listener shoutouts go to Diana Giles, Kyle Kenyon, and Troy Casper, with peer forum updates and troubleshooting tales. Personal gripes about vendor portals and credit card changes bring real MSP business struggles to the surface. Finally, hands-on reviews of Datto and EnGenius Wi-Fi access points showcase practical insights for network management. Upcoming events like ASCII Cup and IT Nation round

Why Listen:

Synology lifts third-party drive limits
Inky AI email tech now part of Kaseya
MSP vendor frustrations—address & billing changes explained
Real-world Wi-Fi access point comparisons: Datto vs Engenius

Companies, Products, Books Mentioned

Synology: https://www.synology.com
Datto: https://www.datto.com
Kaseya: https://www.kaseya.com
Inky: https://www.inky.com
EnGenius: https://www.engeniustech.com
Ubiquity: https://www.ui.com
UGreen: https://www.ugreen.com
N-able: https://www.n-able.com
Bitdefender: https://www.bitdefender.com
Huntress: https://www.huntress.com
Blackpoint Cyber: https://blackpointcyber.com
Domotz: https://www.domotz.com
Action1: https://www.action1.com

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Website: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/
Host: Marvin Bee
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