Synology reveals a host of new NAS devices it says can balance budget and power requirements for all users
Synology launches four DiskStation neo+ NAS models offering lower entry pricing, expandable hardware, unchanged DSM software, and worldwide availability without pricing.
Synology has unveiled a range of new Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices, the DiskStation neo+ Series, designed to offer cost-effective yet powerful solutions for users of all levels. These four new models - the DS1825neo+, DS1525neo+, DS925neo+, and DS725neo+ - are positioned to provide flexibility in both price and performance, enabling buyers to choose a setup that suits their immediate budget while still allowing for future upgrades.
Each of the new NAS units is built on the same platform as Synology's existing Plus Series but starts with a different default memory configuration and pricing. Built with AMD processors featuring 64-bit architecture, these devices also come equipped with a hardware encryption engine to ensure data security.
The hardware capabilities of the four models are quite similar, each with a 4GB default memory capacity that can be expanded all the way up to 32GB. The larger units - the DS1825neo+ and DS1525neo+ - include PCIe 3.0 expansion slots for optional 10GbE or 25GbE networking cards, and built-in M.2 slots for SSD caching capabilities. In terms of networking, all models feature integrated 2.5GbE networking, with expansion support through the DX525 unit.
Despite the memory differences from several Plus models, the software environment remains unchanged across the neo+ range. DSM software, which includes Synology Drive for private cloud access, cross-platform file synchronization, and site-to-site replication for organizations with shared storage needs, continues to be used. Other features like Active Backup Suite for data protection across multiple systems and Surveillance Station for monitoring security locations are also available.
Synology has confirmed that these neo+ Series units will continue to coexist alongside the current Plus Series, rather than replacing them, thus offering buyers more configuration options. The NAS devices are now available through Synology's global distribution channels, though specific pricing details have not been provided yet.
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