Synology DiskStation DS423 (Versatile data management platform for work and more.)
Overview & Key Features:
1. What Is It For:
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The DS423 is a 4-bay NAS (Network Attached Storage) device designed for homes and small businesses.
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It’s built to be a centralized storage platform — for backup, file management, media, and even surveillance.
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It runs on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), which gives a powerful and user-friendly interface for data management.
2. Storage Capacity & File System
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Supports up to 72 TB of raw storage (depending on drives used) per the press release.
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Uses the Btrfs file system, which helps protect data from corruption and supports point-in-time snapshots so you can “roll back” changes.
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Supports multiple RAID types: SHARED, Synology Hybrid RAID, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and JBOD.
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Maximum single volume size: 108 TB (per the product spec sheet).
3. Hardware
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CPU: Realtek RTD1619B, quad-core, 1.7 GHz.
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Memory: Comes with 2 GB DDR4 (non-ECC).
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Drive Bays: 4 (supports 3.5″ SATA HDDs and 2.5″ SATA SSDs).
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Network: 2 × 1 GbE RJ-45 ports.
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USB Ports: 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1.
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Physical Size & Weight: 184 mm × 168 mm × 230 mm, about 2.21 kg.
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Power Consumption: ~32.41 W (active), ~4.97 W (HDD hibernation) per spec sheet.
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Noise Level: 20.6 dB(A) (a pretty quiet device).
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Fans: Two 80 mm system fans with multiple modes (Full, Cool, Quiet).
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Power Supply: Uses a 90 W external adapter.
4. Data Protection & Backup
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Supports point-in-time snapshots and snapshot replication — you can restore file states easily.
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Flexible backup: you can back up to another Synology NAS, an external drive, or to the cloud.
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Snapshot replication supports recovery with an RPO (Recovery Point Objective) as low as 5 minutes.
5. Private Cloud & File Sync
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With Synology Drive, you can sync files across PCs, Macs, mobile devices, etc.
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On-demand sync: only sync the files you need locally to save space.
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Integrates with public clouds (Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive) while keeping local copies, letting you maintain data ownership.
6. Surveillance Capabilities
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Can be used as a video surveillance station. DS423 supports up to 30 IP cameras.
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Compatible with over 8,300 validated IP camera models + ONVIF devices.
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You can view live streams, archive footage, set alerts, and more via Synology’s Surveillance Station.
7. Other Utilities
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Scheduled power on/off, Wake on LAN/WAN support.
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Kensington security slot for physical security.
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Adjustable LED brightness for front panel indicators.
Use-Case Scenarios / Why Someone Might Pick DS423
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Home Media / File Storage: Great for users who want a private cloud or NAS to store and access photos, videos, documents.
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Small Business Backup: Good for file sharing and backup across a small team, centralized data.
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Surveillance: If you have IP cameras, you can set up surveillance storage right on the NAS.
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Ransomware Protection: With Btrfs and snapshots, you can guard against accidental or malicious file deletion or changes.






















































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