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Channel Post MEA
30-06-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Synology Rolls Out DiskStation DS1525+
Synology has announced the launch of the DiskStation DS1525+, a compact and high-performance storage solution, designed for small and medium businesses, as well as professional users. 'The DS1525+ offers a powerful foundation for data management and collaboration,' said Owen Liao, product manager at Synology. 'With evolving needs for data management, it's designed to deliver business-grade performance, scalability, and reliability.' Superb Performance and Scalability To ensure optimal performance for demanding applications, the DS1525+ is equipped with dual 2.5GbE ports and can be upgraded to 10GbE using the E10G22-T1-Mini module. Two M.2 slots enable the creation of an all-flash cache or storage pool to accelerate high-performance workloads. In performance testing, the DS1525+ achieved SMB sequential throughput of up to 1,181 MB/s read and 1,180 MB/s write using SSDs. The DS1525+ is engineered for scalability, supporting up to two 5-bay DX525 expansion units, allowing for up to 15 drives total. This provides up to 300 TB of raw storage1 capacity, enabling businesses to scale their infrastructure as their data needs grow. To ensure consistent performance and reliability, the DS1525+ is designed to operate with compatible hard drives. It follows a carefully curated drive compatibility framework, backed by over 7,000 hours of rigorous testing. DSM on the DS1525+ requires the use of compatible hard drives2 for installation. Versatile Features for Business Workloads Powered by Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), the DS1525+ offers a wide range of tools for business data management: Synology Drive transforms the system into a private cloud with cross-platform file access and site-to-site syncing. Active Backup Suite provides centralized backup for Windows, Linux, macOS devices, virtual machines, and cloud services, with flexible off-site options. Surveillance Station enables scalable video management and real-time intelligent analytics to safeguard physical assets. Availability The Synology DS1525+ is available, starting June 25, 2025, through Synology's network of partners and resellers worldwide. For more information, visit the DS1525+ product page.
Techday NZ
07-05-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
Synology unveils compact, high-performance storage solutions
Synology has released two new DiskStation models, the DS1825+ and DS1525+, focusing on compact, high-performance storage solutions for small and medium-sized businesses and professional users. Both models are intended to address the growing requirements for efficient data management and enhanced collaboration within modern business environments. Owen Liao, Product Manager at Synology, commented, "These two models offer a powerful foundation for data management and collaboration. With evolving needs for data management, they are perfectly designed to deliver business-grade performance, scalability, and reliability." To support high-demand tasks, the DS1525+ and DS1825+ are equipped with dual 2.5GbE Ethernet ports. The DS1525+ supports upgrades to 10GbE connectivity via the E10G22-T1-Mini module, while the DS1825+ features a PCIe 3.0 slot suitable for 10GBASE-T or 10/25GbE SFP+/SFP28 network cards. This allows both systems to cater to users seeking advanced networking capabilities. Each model features two M.2 slots, enabling users to configure an all-flash cache or a storage pool for workloads that require higher performance. Performance tests showed that the DS1825+ achieved sequential SMB throughput rates of up to 2,239 MB/s read and 1,573 MB/s write using SSDs. The DS1525+ reached up to 1,181 MB/s read and 1,180 MB/s write. Scalability is a fundamental aspect of the new models. Businesses can expand storage capacity with the addition of up to two 5-bay DX525 expansion units. This expansion allows the DS1525+ to reach up to 300 TB of raw storage and the DS1825+ up to 360 TB, when populated with compatible drives. The DS1525+ supports up to 15 drives and the DS1825+ up to 18 drives when fully expanded with the expansion units. The systems come with a drive compatibility framework supported by over 7,000 hours of testing to ensure consistent performance and reliability. Synology has stated that DiskStation Manager (DSM) installation on the DS1525+ and DS1825+ requires compatible hard drives to maintain long-term dependability and integration. For business users requiring flexibility, the units run on Synology's DiskStation Manager (DSM), which offers a suite of applications to meet various needs. Key features include Synology Drive, which turns the system into a private cloud, supporting cross-platform file access and site-to-site synchronisation for distributed teams. Another significant feature is Active Backup Suite. This provides comprehensive protection for Windows, Linux, and MacOS devices, virtual machines, and cloud accounts, with options for flexible off-site backup. Surveillance Station is also available, providing scalable video management and real-time intelligent analytics for the security of physical assets. The DS1825+ and DS1525+ are available globally through Synology's network of partners and resellers. Raw storage capacity calculations for each system are based on installing 20 TB drives. Usable storage may differ depending on hardware and specific RAID configurations. Drive expansion capabilities are subject to compatible hardware, with separate DX525 expansion units available to increase total drive count and capacity. A third-party validation programme is also available by request, enabling manufacturers to test and certify their drives with Synology's standards for compatibility and reliability.
