Product Code: DS1823xs+
Synology DiskStation® DS1823xs+ 8-Bay NAS Enclosure | Enterprise-Grade Performance, 10GbE RJ-45 Port, PCIe Expansion Slot, Dual M.2 NVMe SSD Cache, Centralized Data Management & Virtualization Solution
Synology DiskStation® DS1823xs+ 8-Bay NAS Enclosure | Enterprise-Grade Performance, 10GbE RJ-45 Port, PCIe Expansion Slot, Dual M.2 NVMe SSD Cache, Centralized Data Management & Virtualization Solution
Synology DiskStation® DS1823xs+ 8-Bay NAS Enclosure
The Synology DiskStation DS1823xs+ is a high-performance 8-bay desktop NAS built specifically for SMBs, enterprise branch offices, and heavy studio environments requiring ultra-fast data transfer and server-grade hardware reliability. Powered by an AMD Ryzen quad-core processor with out-of-band management and native 10GbE networking, it delivers exceptional sequential read/write performance for high-concurrency file access, virtualization, and centralized data protection.
Key Features & Business Benefits
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Enterprise Performance Architecture: Equipped with an AMD Ryzen V1780B quad-core processor delivering powerful sequential throughput for intensive multi-user workloads and heavy database operations.
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Built-In 10GbE Connectivity: Features a native 10GbE RJ-45 port alongside dual 1GbE ports, enabling high-speed data transfers, virtual machine communication, and fast video editing over network storage straight out of the box.
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Dual M.2 NVMe SSD Caching Slots: Dedicated internal M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots accelerate random IOPS performance with SSD caching without occupying any of the main 3.5" drive bays.
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8GB DDR4 ECC Memory (Expandable to 32GB): Includes Error-Correcting Code RAM to automatically detect and correct memory errors, safeguarding system integrity and preventing data corruption in mission-critical deployments.
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PCIe 3.0 Expansion Slot: Allows easy installation of optional 10GbE or 25GbE network interface cards (NICs) or additional SAS/SATA host bus adapters as throughput demands scale.
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Out-of-Band (OOB) Management: Features a dedicated OOB network port that allows IT administrators to remotely manage, debug, and power-cycle the unit even if the main DSM operating system is offline.
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Multi-Unit Scalability: Supports up to 8 x 3.5"/2.5" enterprise SATA drives natively, expandable up to 18 drive bays using two Synology DX517 expansion units for massive long-term capacity.
Primary Use Cases
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High-Concurrency Enterprise Storage: Serving as a high-speed centralized repository for multi-user collaboration, heavy CAD files, and large-scale office file sharing.
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Virtualization & SAN Storage: Acting as primary or secondary storage for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix, and OpenStack environments via iSCSI and NFS protocols.
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Ultra-Fast Media Post-Production: Managing high-resolution 4K/8K video assets and multi-stream editing timelines directly over 10GbE/25GbE networks.
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License-Free Disaster Recovery & Backups: Running Synology Active Backup Suite to centralize bare-metal backups for servers, PCs, virtual machines, and cloud services (Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What makes the DS1823xs+ different from standard DiskStation Plus series NAS models?
A: The xs+ series features enterprise-grade hardware upgrades—including a more powerful Ryzen V1780B CPU, a native 10GbE port, standard ECC memory, Out-of-Band (OOB) remote management support, and a 5-year enterprise warranty.
Q: Can the DS1823xs+ be upgraded with faster networking?
A: Yes. In addition to its built-in 10GbE RJ-45 port, the unit includes a PCIe Gen 3.0 x8 slot (x4 link) to add optional 10GbE or 25GbE network interface cards for even higher bandwidth requirements.
Q: What is Out-of-Band (OOB) management and why is it useful?
A: OOB management provides a separate physical network interface that allows IT personnel to remotely access the system console, check hardware logs, and perform power management operations even if the main system software or primary network interface is down.
Q: Are specific drives required for the DS1823xs+?
A: Synology strongly recommends using Synology Enterprise-class drives (such as the HAT5300 series) for xs+ devices to ensure complete compatibility, verified performance, seamless firmware updates, and full 24/7 enterprise support.
Description
Description
Synology DiskStation® DS1823xs+ 8-Bay NAS Enclosure
The Synology DiskStation DS1823xs+ is a high-performance 8-bay desktop NAS built specifically for SMBs, enterprise branch offices, and heavy studio environments requiring ultra-fast data transfer and server-grade hardware reliability. Powered by an AMD Ryzen quad-core processor with out-of-band management and native 10GbE networking, it delivers exceptional sequential read/write performance for high-concurrency file access, virtualization, and centralized data protection.
Key Features & Business Benefits
-
Enterprise Performance Architecture: Equipped with an AMD Ryzen V1780B quad-core processor delivering powerful sequential throughput for intensive multi-user workloads and heavy database operations.
-
Built-In 10GbE Connectivity: Features a native 10GbE RJ-45 port alongside dual 1GbE ports, enabling high-speed data transfers, virtual machine communication, and fast video editing over network storage straight out of the box.
-
Dual M.2 NVMe SSD Caching Slots: Dedicated internal M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots accelerate random IOPS performance with SSD caching without occupying any of the main 3.5" drive bays.
-
8GB DDR4 ECC Memory (Expandable to 32GB): Includes Error-Correcting Code RAM to automatically detect and correct memory errors, safeguarding system integrity and preventing data corruption in mission-critical deployments.
-
PCIe 3.0 Expansion Slot: Allows easy installation of optional 10GbE or 25GbE network interface cards (NICs) or additional SAS/SATA host bus adapters as throughput demands scale.
-
Out-of-Band (OOB) Management: Features a dedicated OOB network port that allows IT administrators to remotely manage, debug, and power-cycle the unit even if the main DSM operating system is offline.
-
Multi-Unit Scalability: Supports up to 8 x 3.5"/2.5" enterprise SATA drives natively, expandable up to 18 drive bays using two Synology DX517 expansion units for massive long-term capacity.
Primary Use Cases
-
High-Concurrency Enterprise Storage: Serving as a high-speed centralized repository for multi-user collaboration, heavy CAD files, and large-scale office file sharing.
-
Virtualization & SAN Storage: Acting as primary or secondary storage for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix, and OpenStack environments via iSCSI and NFS protocols.
-
Ultra-Fast Media Post-Production: Managing high-resolution 4K/8K video assets and multi-stream editing timelines directly over 10GbE/25GbE networks.
-
License-Free Disaster Recovery & Backups: Running Synology Active Backup Suite to centralize bare-metal backups for servers, PCs, virtual machines, and cloud services (Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What makes the DS1823xs+ different from standard DiskStation Plus series NAS models?
A: The xs+ series features enterprise-grade hardware upgrades—including a more powerful Ryzen V1780B CPU, a native 10GbE port, standard ECC memory, Out-of-Band (OOB) remote management support, and a 5-year enterprise warranty.
Q: Can the DS1823xs+ be upgraded with faster networking?
A: Yes. In addition to its built-in 10GbE RJ-45 port, the unit includes a PCIe Gen 3.0 x8 slot (x4 link) to add optional 10GbE or 25GbE network interface cards for even higher bandwidth requirements.
Q: What is Out-of-Band (OOB) management and why is it useful?
A: OOB management provides a separate physical network interface that allows IT personnel to remotely access the system console, check hardware logs, and perform power management operations even if the main system software or primary network interface is down.
Q: Are specific drives required for the DS1823xs+?
A: Synology strongly recommends using Synology Enterprise-class drives (such as the HAT5300 series) for xs+ devices to ensure complete compatibility, verified performance, seamless firmware updates, and full 24/7 enterprise support.
