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Synology DS923+ 4-Bay NAS Enclosure 16GB RAM

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Streamline Your Data Management with the Synology DiskStation DS923+ Introducing the Synology DiskStation DS923+, a versatile 4-bay NAS enclosure designed for efficient data management. With its powerful AMD Ryzen processor, ample RAM, and flexible storage options, this NAS offers reliable perfo...

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Overview

Streamline Your Data Management with the Synology DiskStation DS923+

Introducing the Synology DiskStation DS923+, a versatile 4-bay NAS enclosure designed for efficient data management. With its powerful AMD Ryzen processor, ample RAM, and flexible storage options, this NAS offers reliable performance for data sharing, backup, and surveillance.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Synology
  • Model: DS923+
  • Title: Synology DiskStation DS923+ 4-Bay NAS Enclosure - 4 x 3.5 or 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD, 2 x M.2 NVMe SSD Slots, 16GB DDR4 RAM, AMD Ryzen R1600 Dual-Core up to 3.1 GHz, 2 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports
  • CPU: AMD Ryzen R1600 Dual-Core (up to 3.1 GHz)
  • Memory: 16GB DDR4 ECC
  • Drive Bays: 4 x 3.5" or 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD
  • M.2 Slots: 2 x M.2 2280 NVMe SSD
  • LAN Ports: 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (with Link Aggregation / Failover support)
  • USB Ports: 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
  • eSATA Port: 1

Key Features

The DS923+ 4-Bay NAS Enclosure from Synology is a capable solution that can be adjusted and expanded as your needs change, with faster networking, and two M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD slots for caching or additional storage pools. The DS923+ is equipped with four drive bays that are capable of natively supporting 3.5" SATA III hard drives, as well as 2.5" SATA III hard drives and SSDs.

Powered by Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), it offers a flexible all-in-one solution for data sharing, synchronization, backup, and surveillance. The DS923+ runs on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) OS, which is a browser-based operating system that helps to simplify managing your Synology NAS. Its CPU is a 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen R1600 Dual-Core with a burst frequency of up to 3.1 GHz.

16GB RAM DDR4 SDRAM. This NAS is capable of sequential read speeds up to 625 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 559 MB/s.

Also featured are two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports that allow it to be connected to external storage or other USB devices, an eSATA port for the DX517 expansion unit, and network connectivity is achieved via the dual integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports that support link aggregation and failover, allowing your stored data to be shared with users throughout the network.

In the Box: Synology DiskStation DS923+ 4-Bay NAS Enclosure, Accessory Pack X 1, AC Power Cord X 1, RJ-45 LAN Cable X 2, Quick Installation Guide X 1.

Specifications

Drive Bays
4
Supported Drive Types
3.5" SATA III HDD, 2.5" SATA III HDD, 2.5" SATA III SSD
M.2 SSD Slots
2 (M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4)
RAM
16GB DDR4 SDRAM
Processor
AMD Ryzen R1600 Dual-Core 2.6 GHz (up to 3.1 GHz burst)
Sequential Read Speed
Up to 625 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed
Up to 559 MB/s
USB Ports
2 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1
Expansion Port
1 x eSATA (for DX517)
Ethernet Ports
2 x Gigabit Ethernet (supports link aggregation and failover)
Operating System
Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) OS

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features four drive bays, supporting both 3.5" SATA III HDDs and 2.5" SATA III HDDs/SSDs, offering flexible storage configurations.
  • Equipped with 16GB DDR4 SDRAM, providing ample memory for smooth operation and handling multiple NAS functions simultaneously.
  • Includes two M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD slots, allowing for high-speed caching or the creation of additional storage pools.
  • Powered by a 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen R1600 Dual-Core CPU (up to 3.1 GHz burst), ensuring robust processing capability for data management.
  • Offers fast sequential read speeds up to 625 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 559 MB/s for efficient data transfer.

👎 Cons

  • While offering two M.2 slots for caching, the unit does not come with M.2 SSDs pre-installed, requiring additional purchases for this feature.
  • The dual integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports are sufficient for many, but some users might prefer 2.5GbE or 10GbE for even faster networking speeds.
  • The DS923+ does not include any pre-installed hard drives or SSDs, meaning these essential components must be bought separately.
  • The eSATA port is specifically for the DX517 expansion unit, limiting its versatility for connecting other types of external devices.
  • The maximum burst frequency of 3.1 GHz, while good, may not match the single-core performance of higher-end consumer CPUs for certain intensive tasks.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Synology DS923+ is compatible with both 3.5" SATA III hard drives and 2.5" SATA III hard drives and SSDs.
No, the DS923+ 4-Bay NAS Enclosure does not come with hard drives or SSDs pre-installed; they must be purchased separately.
Yes, the DS923+ includes an eSATA port specifically for connecting the DX517 expansion unit, allowing for further storage expansion.
The two M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD slots can be used for high-speed caching or for creating additional storage pools, enhancing performance.
The DS923+ runs on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) OS, a browser-based operating system designed for managing the NAS.
It features dual integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports that support link aggregation and failover, ensuring robust and reliable network connectivity.

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