Synology 2021: DSM 7.0 Beta and the future of data management

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Taipei, Taiwan – December 7, 2020 – Synology introduced an entirely redesigned DiskStation Manager (DSM), the unified operating system powering Synology data management solutions, and new storage, backup, and hybrid-cloud technologies in the online 2021 AND BEYOND event. 

“Unprecedented quantities of data have undergone processing, whether for data analytics, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, telemedicine, or for countless more innovations. All of this is making a huge impact on our lifestyle and the way we do business, forming a “data economy” where owning more data gives you a competitive edge against others,” said Philip Wong, Synology founder and Chief Executive Officer. “Synology is dedicated to building upon DSM, our core platform to solve security, reliability and management challenges. We design our solutions for individuals, all the way up to large enterprises, for even massive datasets. All of this so that our customers can focus on utilizing the data to create more value. I am excited to announce that DSM7.0 will reach general availability in 2021, bringing you a brand new experience in data management.”

DSM 7.0 improves all aspects of the operating system, from storage management and the user interface, to cloud-supported functionality such as large-scale device monitoring and on-demand storage. 

 

  • Redesigned storage management functionality for higher performance, reliability, and even more maintenance options to empower IT administrators
  • A host of usability and functionality improvements matched with improved security features such as a more secure and convenient authentication process
  • Added support for the Fibre Channel protocol to achieve the lowest-latency and overhead deployments
  • An all-new photo management experience with Synology Photos, that combining the AI-powered features of Synology Moments with the organizational flexibility of Synology Photo Station
  • Innovative solutions like Hybrid Share, to integrate cloud and on-premises storage,  Active Insight, to monitor aggregated performance and usage from a single portal, and backup solutions that combine robust bare-metal data protection with the convenince of the cloud.

 

Key DSM 7.0 features and brand new solutions being introduced in 2021 are available in the event sessions

Availability

DSM 7.0 will be available as a free update to compatible Synology devices. The public beta will be released tomorrow, December 8, 2020, at http://sy.to/dsm7beta.

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

Synology 2021 AND BEYOND, Coming Soon

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Taipei, Taiwan—November 30, 2020— The countdown has begun for our annual event, where Synology announces the latest development on our data management solutions and more. Last year, the conference gathered thousands of users worldwide to join in and learn about the latest solutions from Synology. Due to the current global situation, the event has transformed into an online session, where more people can simultaneously tune in. 

2021 AND BEYOND focuses on our major innovations that will be introduced in 2021, featuring the largest ever update to Synology data management products, DSM 7.0. In addition to new features and management tools in DSM, our speakers will also introduce our take on a hybrid-cloud infrastructure and how data backup is evolving. 

The session is scheduled to be released on December 7th, 2020. Interested viewers can sign up for a reminder on the event portal or follow our social media accounts to receive the latest information when they get released.

Link to the event: https://sy.to/2021

 

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

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Synology Unveils DVA3221 Deep Learning NVR – Smarter Surveillance

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Taipei, Taiwan—October 15, 2020—Synology Inc. today launched the next Deep Learning NVR, the DVA3221, for advanced on-premises video surveillance and analytics. Using GPU-accelerated deep learning algorithms, DVA3221 can generate real-time insights that enable security personnel to take action immediately. Facial recognition, people counting, vehicle detection, and additional video analysis capabilities enable our users to deploy a more intelligent solution for a safer environment.

 

“The DVA product line is constantly improving, thanks to continuous software updates. Our recently introduced Surveillance Station update introduced several new key features, such as facial, people and vehicle detection, and even the capability to detect mask usage,” said Tony Lin, Synology Product Manager for Surveillance Station. “DVA3221 continues to push the boundaries further, with support for more real-time analysis tasks.”

DVA3221 combines Synology’s expertise in data storage and management with our powerful VMS solution, Surveillance Station. Support for over 7,600 cameras, ONVIF compatibility, and integration with I/O modules and speakers mean you are not tied down to a specific brand or platform. With all analytics stored and processed on-prem, the solution can be entirely standalone, with no internet connectivity required unless setting up cloud or off-site backups. Surveillance Station is platform-agnostic, supporting playback and management through mainstream browsers, through the Windows and Mac clients, and mobile apps.

Highlights

  • Deep-learning powered video analytics for facial recognition, people and vehicle detection, people counting, and more.
  • Supports up to 32 camera feeds, with six real-time video analytics tasks.1
  • Search intelligently through existing footage by filters such as motion detection, missing items, no-idle zones, and more. 
  • Store large amounts of footage with four internal 3.5″ bays, expandable up to 14.2
  • Easily archive and backup footage to a remote destination for safekeeping. 
  • Complete data ownership and perpetual licenses. All video processed on-premises, with optional internet connectivity needed only for remote backups and viewing. No subscriptions are needed.1

Learn more about the DVA3221 

Download the datasheet

 

  1. DVA3221 includes eight camera licenses. Additional licenses are required to reach 32 devices. Certain specialized cameras and devices may require multiple licenses. Licenses are perpetual.
  2. Supports up to two, 5-bay DX517 expansion units, purchased separately. 

 

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

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Synology Adds 3.84 TB SAT5200 to SSD Lineup

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Designed for reliability in high-capacity all-flash arrays

Taipei, Taiwan — September 29, 2020 — Synology Inc. launched the 3.84 terabyte SAT5200 2.5″ solid state drive. Designed for Synology users requiring high capacity and reliable storage arrays, all the while sustaining high performance low-latency operations for mission critical work. With the increasingly demanding environment in storage, the SSD is created with enterprise grade endurance and reliability to help businesses and users tackle intensive workloads with robust data protection.

“Part of designing a reliable storage system requires that companion drives that can consistently sustain heavy read and write operations without any performance degradation. Our SAT5200 SSDs are built specifically to tackle low-latency and consistent performance requirements demanded by our SMB and enterprise customers,” said Julien Chen, Product Manager for Synology solid state drives.

Designed specifically for Synology systems, SAT5200 SSDs are built to deliver consistently high and dependable performance, over 58,000 4K random write IOPS1. End-to-end data protection and power loss protection circuits ensure that data is safely written to the drive. Integration with Synology DSM provides improved SSD lifespan analysis and insight. SAT5200 drives are rated for 1.3 DWPD under the JESD219A enterprise workload and are intended for mixed-usage deployments.

 

Availability

Synology 3.84 TB SAT5200 will soon be available through Synology’s solution partners and channel networks.

 
  SAT5200 SNV3400 SNV3500
Form Factor 2.5” (SFF) M.2 2280 M.2 22110
Interface SATA 6Gbps NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4
Capacity (GB) 480, 960, 1920, 3840 400
Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) 1.3 0.68
Power Loss Protection v – v
Lifetime Analytics2 v
Random Read/Write Performance1 Up to 98,000 / 67,000 IOPS 205,000 / 40,000 IOPS
Warranty 5-year limited warranty3
  1. Performance may vary based on firmware, system configuration, and test setup. (SAT5200-960G) Performance was measured using FIO on Linux with Queue Depth 32 (4 KB = 4,096 bytes). (SNV3400/SNV3500) Performance was measured using FIO on Linux with Queue Depth 256 (4 KB = 4,096 bytes).
  2. Requires Synology DiskStation Manager 6.2.3 or newer.
  3. 5 years or based on SSD S.M.A.R.T. indicators (displayed in DSM > Storage Manager), whichever comes first.

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

Enabling Remote Work – VPN Plus Licenses Free Until September 30, 2021

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Taipei, Taiwan—September 17, 2020—In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses have adopted work from home policies. Synology’s wireless routers feature powerful VPN server capabilities that enable businesses to quickly facilitate a remote workforce. Starting from April 6, Synology VPN Plus licenses will become free to purchase until September 30, 20211. 

September 17, 2020 Update: We’re extending free VPN Plus license redemption until September 30, 2021.

“We have seen many businesses rushing to adopt VPN solutions in order to set up an infrastructure to enable a remote workforce. Over the past two months, we have seen a five-fold increase in VPN Plus license purchases,” said Hewitt Lee, Director of Synology Product Management Group. “As the situation continues to develop in unprecedented ways, we understand that many are uncertain of how to maintain business continuity. Synology is offering VPN Plus licenses for free in an effort to help businesses resume operations remotely.” 

Both existing and new owners of Synology’s RT1900ac, RT2600ac, and MR2200ac wireless routers will be able to purchase VPN Plus Client VPN Access and Site-to-Site VPN licenses2 for free. All licenses are perpetual and do not expire or require additional costs after September 30, 2021.

About VPN Plus

Remote connectivity shouldn’t be difficult, even for the entire office. VPN Plus transforms your Synology Router into a powerful VPN server, designed to be easy to set up and manage. Support your company’s remote workforce with secure access to internal resources, no matter where they are at.

Learn more about VPN Plus

1 From April 6, 2020 – 00:00 PDT (GMT-7) until September 30, 2021 – 23:59 PDT (GMT-7).
2 Each Synology Router provides one free client access license. Each additional client access license enables one additional concurrent user account logged into VPN Plus. The maximum number of Client VPN Access licenses a single device supports depends on the model:

RT2600ac: 20
RT1900ac, MR2200ac: 10

 

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

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Breakthrough Performance – Synology Introduces DiskStation DS1621xs+

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Taipei, Taiwan – September 10, 2020 –Synology Inc. launched DiskStation DS1621xs+, redefining performance expectations in a compact tower form-factor. Pairing a quad-core Xeon processor together with ECC memory and onboard 10GbE, the DS1621xs+ raises the bar for high-performance data storage and management.

A super-fast and super-dependable micro-server

The DS1621xs+ shares a powerful Xeon processor found in some of our datacenter bound devices, but now in an 11.5L chassis. Over 3.1 GB/s seq. read and 1.8 GB/s seq. write performance means you can tackle larger data sets and handle more users, even quicker than before. We also paired it with ECC memory for maximum dependability. Together with Btrfs and our comprehensive data backup options, your data is in safe hands.

Small, but plenty big

Six internal 3.5″ bays enable up to 96 TB of raw storage capacity. When that’s not enough, bump that up to 256 TB, on-demand, by adding on two additional DX517 expansion units for a total of 16 drives. The DS1621xs+ also includes two M.2 2280 slots for blazing-fast NVMe cache so that you can make your storage go over 20X faster without sacrificing any bays.

10X faster networking for serious work

Finish content creation projects, big backup tasks, and anything that needs fast file transfers quicker with 10GbE, built-in. Slot in an additional 10GbE card to speed up and tackle high-resolution network rendering projects or provide even faster transfer performance for multiple virtual machines.

Powered by Synology DSM

Data management shouldn’t be difficult. Synology DSM simplifies difficult and cumbersome processes while still giving you ample control over decisions that matter. Create your own on-premises cloud with Synology Drive and protect data located on PCs, virtual machines, SaaS, and more with Synology Active Backup suite.

Availability

DS1621xs+ is available today from Synology resellers and partners.

Learn more about the DS1621xs+

Download the datasheet

 

 

 

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

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Synology Introduces DiskStation DS1520+

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Taipei, Taiwan – August 20, 2020 – Synology Inc. today announced the availability of the 5-bay DS1520+ storage system, built to excel in home and small office environments. Ideal for data backup and organizing multimedia libraries, DS1520+ is a versatile and scalable option to create your own private cloud.

DS1520+ at a glance

  • 126% faster in website responsiveness1
  • 19.8% faster in compute-tasks1
  • Five internal drive bays with support up to 152
  • Up to 240 TB raw capacity2
  • Dual M.2 2280 NVMe SSD cache slots

Availability

DS1520+ is available today from Synology resellers and partners worldwide, joining the rest of our 20-series lineup.

  1. Performance figures are based on the average percentage improvement of DS1520+ relative to DS1019+, as tested at Synology labs. Responsiveness improvement measured by Web PHP response efficiency and compute performance improvement measured using file indexing in Synology Drive and photo indexing in Synology Moments. Performance gains may vary depending on the environment, type of usage, and configuration.
  2. The capacity of DS1520+ can be expanded using two Synology DX517 Expansion Units, purchased separately. Maximum raw capacity calculated using 15 x 16TB drives, actual usable capacity will depend on storage configuration.

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

Synology Announces C2 Expansion into North America

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Data residency now available in the U.S. and Germany

Taipei, Taiwan—July 1, 2020—Synology Inc. today announced the launch of a new data center in Seattle for its cloud backup service Synology C2. The data center is the second location to offer C2 services with the first operating from Frankfurt. The expansion extends the reach of Synology C2 service to markets in America and Asia, offering new subscribers the choice of where to host their data.

“Augmenting on-premises data security with cloud-based backup is a growing trend among personal and business users alike. The new data center in Seattle allows us to provide a more efficient and localized experience to customers in the Americas and Asia,” said Hewitt Lee, Director of Synology Product Management Group.

Synology C2 is designed to provide owners of Synology products a secure way to back up their data in the cloud. C2 users now have the option to host their data in Frankfurt or Seattle, with each site independently compliant with local regulations and laws.

 

“Over the past two years, Synology C2 usage has grown considerably around the world. The addition of the new data center will enable users to protect their data while allowing them to more easily meet regulation and security policies associated with data residency,” said Jia-Yu Liu, Vice President and Head of the Application Group at Synology.
Synology C2 offers two data backup plans for users:

Plan I targets essential backup needs:

  • Automatic versioning, stores up to 11 versions, going back 30 days
  • Versioning doesn’t count towards data usage
  • Flexible plan selection of 100 GB, 300 GB, and 1 TB storage capacities

Plan II provides advanced data protection capabilities:

  • Flexible backup rotation and retention policies
  • Data deduplication for storage usage optimization
  • ≥1 TB of storage capacity

Synology C2 Backup offers a 30-day free trial for new subscribers. For more information, please visit the Synology C2 Backup website at https://c2.synology.com/backup

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

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Synology Introduces DiskStation DS220j, Simple Data Backup and Multimedia Streaming

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Personal cloud storage made simple

Taipei, Taiwan—March 12, 2020—Synology Inc. today launched DiskStation DS220j, an entry-level 2-bay network-attached storage (NAS) built for data consolidation and management. 

“The ease of taking photos and videos has allowed anyone to become a content creator. Effective management and safekeeping of digital assets, whether for personal use or to share with others, has become a common challenge,” said Michael Wang, Product Manager at Synology Inc. “The cost-effective DS220j allows anyone to easily set up a personal cloud to store and organize their data from other devices.”

Start backing up your data

Enable automatic photo backups on your mobile device for easy management of content. The personal photo management solution, Synology Moments, allows you to view your entire collection of photos and videos on the go while freeing up valuable space on your mobile device.

Create your own personal cloud with Synology Drive for multi-versioned backups of your files on computers. Easily share and synchronize files with other people and across devices.

 

Additional features:

  • Supports up to 32 TB 
  • MacOS Time machine support
  • Back up and synchronize with other devices or public clouds

 

Powered by Synology DiskStation Manager

DS220j runs on DiskStation Manager, the solid platform for data management, featuring data security and work efficiency. Synology has received numerous media accolades, topping the mid-range NAS category in TechTarget’s storage solution survey and winning PCMag Business Choice for the sixth time.

For more information on DS220j, please visit https://www.synology.com/en-global/products/DS220j

Synology at a glance

Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology innovates and adapts to ever-evolving technologies, and continues bringing new possibilities to the table, including but not limited to solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for businesses worldwide.

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Synology is Awarded the Best NAS Brand by the Reader’s Choice of HWM+HardwareZone Tech Awards 2020

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Synology announced a variety of NAS products in 2019 and voted for the Best NAS Brand category in Readers’ Choice of HWM+HardwareZone Tech Awards 2020.