Synology DiskStation DS423 4-Bay NAS Enclosure
Description
The Synology DiskStation DS423 is a versatile four-bay NAS that delivers secure private-cloud storage, multi-platform file access, and built-in surveillance tools—all powered by Synology DiskStation Manager.
Hardware Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Drive Bays | 4 × 3.5″ or 2.5″ SATA HDD/SSD |
| Maximum Raw Capacity | Up to 80 TB (20 TB drives × 4) |
| CPU | Realtek RTD1619B quad-core processor |
| Memory | 2 GB DDR4 non-ECC |
| Network Interfaces | 2 × Gigabit Ethernet (Link Aggregation support) |
| USB Ports | 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A |
| Hardware Transcoding | 4K H.264/H.265 video transcoding engine |
Software & Core Features
- Secure private-cloud hub via Synology Drive on desktop (Windows/Mac/Linux/Chromebook) and mobile (iOS/Android) clients
- On-demand sync to minimize local storage use and pin files for offline access
- Cloud Sync integration with Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and more, retaining local copies for ownership and faster access
- Real-time collaboration with Synology Office (documents, spreadsheets, slides) and Drive ShareSync for multi-site folder synchronization
- 4K video transcoding for multimedia streaming across devices without bulky plugins
Surveillance & Multimedia
- Surveillance Station support for up to 30 IP cameras (includes 2 free licenses); scales to 10,000 cameras via Surveillance Station CMS for large deployments
- Smart media library in Synology Photos with automatic albums, geolocation tags, and facial recognition for intuitive organization
Advanced Data Protection
- Btrfs file system with built-in snapshot and rollback to protect against accidental changes and ransomware
- Snapshot Replication for scheduled, point-in-time copies of shared folders and LUNs with rapid recovery options
- Hyper Backup for multi-version, multi-destination backups to USB, other Synology NAS units, or public clouds
Ideal Use Cases
- Small offices and home offices centralizing documents, media, and backups in a private cloud
- Remote and hybrid teams needing secure access, multi-site sync, and public-cloud integration
- Small-scale surveillance installations requiring reliable camera management and recording
- Media enthusiasts streaming and transcoding 4K content across home networks
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