Synology DS725+ 2Bay 8TB NAS s 2x 4TB Synology Plus HDD

The Synology DS725+ is a high-performance 2-bay NAS designed for small and medium businesses, offering reliable data storage and management. This package includes two 4TB Synology Plus HDDs, providing 8TB of total storage out of the box. Powered by a quad-core processor and 2GB DDR4 ECC memory (expandable up to 32GB), it delivers fast file transfers, multimedia streaming, and virtualization support. With dual 1GbE ports, M.2 NVMe slots for SSD cache, and comprehensive RAID options, the DS725+ ensures data protection and scalability.

Advantages

High-performance quad-core processor with ECC memory for data integrity. Expandable storage via eSATA and Synology DX517 expansion unit. Built-in M.2 NVMe slots for SSD caching to boost I/O performance. Dual 1GbE ports with Link Aggregation for increased throughput and failover. Supports Docker, Virtual Machine Manager, and hardware transcoding for versatile applications.

Suitable for

• Small and medium businesses needing centralized file storage and backup
• IT professionals requiring virtualization and containerization
• Home users seeking a powerful multimedia server with transcoding
• Surveillance system storage with Synology Surveillance Station

Key specifications

• Drive Bays: 2 (3.5" SATA HDD/SSD)
• Included Storage: 8TB (2x 4TB Synology Plus HDD)
• Max Raw Capacity: 44TB (2x 22TB drives)
• M.2 NVMe Slots: 2 (for SSD cache)
• Processor: Quad-Core (e.g., AMD Ryzen R1600 equivalent)
• Memory: 2GB DDR4 ECC (expandable up to 32GB)
• Network: 2x 1GbE RJ-45
• USB Ports: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
• eSATA Port: 1
• Supported RAID: SHR, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1
• File System: Btrfs, EXT4
• Operating System: Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM)
• Power Consumption: Approx. 17-20W (access)
• Noise Level: Approx. 19 dB(A)
• Warranty: 3 Years

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use Synology SSDs or enterprise-grade HDDs. Consider adding a Synology DX517 expansion unit for additional storage. The DS725+ is ideal for businesses requiring reliable data management with advanced features like virtualization and backup.