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Micro potable Magazine, France 2010/09

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "Recommended" award from Micro Portable Magazine, France.

"Synology DS710+ offers the fastest NAS server our magazine has been tested. With its performance, data backups won’t be synonymous to hours and hours waiting anymore."

"It is able to simultaneously and smoothly stream 1080p videos to two Western Digital WD TV Live multimedia adaptors."

"The power consumption amounts to a little more than 36W when the DS710+ is strongly requested, as the price of achieving such a high level performance. It is possible to reduce the required electricity using the green hard drives or the 2.5 inches hard drives."

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ITespresso.de, Germany 2010/08

Synology DiskStation DS411+ received the “very good” award from ITespresso.de, Germany.

"Synology DiskStation DS411+ provides more than data in the network. In addition to print server, it can also offer iTunes server, DLNA / UPnP media server and download client for BitTorrent."

"Configuration and performance of Synology DiskStation DS411+ is convincing... Also its energy consumption is satisfying: The consumption in operation is measured only 38 watts."

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MegaObzor.com, Russia 2010/08

Synology DiskStation DS210j received the "Editor's Choice" award from MegaObzor.com, Russia.

“The DS210j covers almost all the needs at work and at home. At work, you can set up a patrol camera, a server to share document and printer, etc. At home, you can configure a multimedia server and play music. If you are jaded about these ideas, and NAS for you is something beyond, then you can get all the prerequisites to make a bold move to get your media station on the Internet for access anywhere in the world…Starting with Synology DS210j, you’ll have a pleasant NAS server user's experience.”

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Pixelmania.nl, Netherlands 2010/08

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ received the "Pixelmania AWARD" from Pixelmania.nl, Netherlands.

"With DS1010+, Synology once again launches a great NAS server on the market."

"Synology DiskStation DS1010+ is quiet, easy to use, and equipped with many features for securely storing, managing, and backing up professional images."

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CHIP Magazine, Hungary 2010/08

Synology DiskStation DS410j received the "Test Winner" award from CHIP Magazine, Hungary.

"Our test winner in the high end category is Synology DS410j, thanks to its high transmission speeds, exceptionally fast and friendly user interface, versatile feature set and easy setup process."

"The DS410j is more than a simple storage device: it is a professional computer server."

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Geekanoids.co.uk, U.K. 2010/07

Geekanoids.co.uk from the U.K. reported: “Whole heartedly I can recommend this product (DS410j), it’s properly built and it has worked for me without any problems at all."

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Custom PC Magazine, U.K. 2010/07

Synology DiskStation DS210j received "Premium Grade" award from Custom PC Magazine, U.K.

“It (DS210j) has the perfect blend of speed, ease of use and value for money. It is also bristling with an arsenal of features that should please nearly everyone.”

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Custom PC Magazine, U.K. 2010/07

Synology DiskStation DS210+ received "Approved" award from Custom PC Magazine, UK.

“The DS210+ is ridiculously fast, but more importantly it is easy to use.”

“What really impressed us were the instructions – they’re very easy to follow, with all the stages impeccably documented.”

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TraficantesdeHardware.com, Spain 2010/07

DS210j received "Great Choice" award from TraficantesdeHardware.com, Spain.

“Synology DiskStation DS210j is a high quality product and provides a lot of configuration facilities and great functionality."

"DiskStation Manager and its applications are marvelous”.

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Windows Revista Oficial Magazine, Spain 2010/07

Synology DiskStation DS210j received the "Best Product" award from Windows Revista Oficial Magazine, Spain.

“This product is thoughtfully designed for home and SMB users. It will not disappoint any of them for sure.”

“This is probably the NAS with the best price/quality ratio in the market.”

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iTrends.dk, Denmark 2010/07

Synology DiskStation DS710+ scored 95 out of 100 and received the "EDITORS CHOICE" award from iTrends.dk.

"Synology DS710 + draws an Editors Choice award because it simply has the best composite NAS server for small and medium businesses and for individuals with penchant for efficient and fast NAS solutions. The DS710 + sets a new expectation on a NAS server."

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IT BUSINESS EDGE.com, U.S.A. 2010/07

IT BUSINESS EDGE.com from U.S.A. reported Synology DiskStation DS210+ "[T]he features concerning its core competency - that of protecting and managing data, are robust and done very well."

"Synology stands out in that the company is extremely focused on the task of making storage appliances for this segment of the market - and has a comprehensive lineup of storage products to show for it."

"In spite of the myriad configuration and management options, the Web interface is surprisingly clean and uncluttered, with the major components laid out in a relatively intuitive tree menu."

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COMPUTERS FOR ALL Magazine, Greece 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS110j received the "Editor's Choice" award from COMPUTERS FOR ALL Magazine, Greece.

"Synology DiskStation DS110j is a pioneer NAS server as seen from this brief description. It can execute a wide range of work at home or in a small business network."

"The settings are all very easy. They are made through an efficient AJAX environment, and the specific wizards will guide you step by step through the setting process."

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Hardwarelook.com, U.K. 2010/06

Synology DX510 received "Silver" award from www.hardwarelook.com, U.K.

“The hot swappable hard drive design and single cable connection ensure the DX510 is incredibly simple to use and perfect for backing up data.”

“For a business NAS setup, the DX510 really is the perfect accompaniment to the DS1010+ if you’re looking to increase the storage capacity.”

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TrustedReviews.com, U.K. 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS210+ received "Recommended" award from TrustedReviews.com, UK

“The DS210+ predictably features a DLNA and uPnP compatible media server, in addition to functioning as an iTunes server. The full list of supported file formats is too long to list, but all of the important ones make it, including FLAC, MP3, AVI and MKV.”

“It's compact, fast and feature rich - everything you want from a NAS device.”

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WINDOWS NEWS Magazine, France 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ received the "Le choix" award from WINDOWS NEWS Magazine, France.

"Reliability, Rapidity, and conviviality."

"It allows you to download files while you are away, establish a system of video surveillance or share your multimedia files with other devices, all with breathtaking ease."

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Maxit Online, Malaysia 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS210+ received the "Max Power" award from Maxit Online, Malaysia.

“If you’re looking for a SMB-class NAS that is stuffed with features and offers great performance, I’d recommend the DS210+.”

“It has an interface that’s a joy to use and despite its higher price tag, I still think it’s worth the money, considering the extras and performance you’ll be getting.”

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TechShout.com, India 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS710+ scored 9 out of 10 from TechShout.com, India.

“Seriously, this piece of hardware will do things which will make many of your fantasies come true.”

“We give the Synology DS710+ NAS a rating of 9 out of 10 because this sturdy little device is quite practical for home usage or for a small/medium sized office and offers a lot of things.”

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HWM Magazine, Singapore 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ received the “GOLD” award from HWM Magazine, Singapore

“For the small to medium business, and to an extent even the enthusiast home user who has the extra to shell out for the DS1010+, the investment is certainly one that’s worthwhile.”

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PC User Magazine, Australia 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS410 and DS210j received the “Best Buy” award from PC User Magazine, Australia.

“The DS410 would be our pick if you’re looking for a fully-featured expandable four-bay DIY NAS box.”

“Another thing we love is the lack of internal cables…You still need to install the drives on the internal cage, but it (DS210j) uses a simple ‘slick and lock’ process.”

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UsingWindowsHomeServer.com, U.K. 2010/06

UsingWindowsHomeServer.com from UK reported Synology DiskStation DS110+ “to be very fast” and the editor was very happy with all of its capabilities.

“This all sounds very familiar if you have read our previous reviews – that’s because Synology makes it very easy for you and include the same simple to use interface with all their devices.”

“If you are in the market for a single bay NAS device, with numerous capabilities, then take a look at this little beauty.”

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ITReviews.co.uk, U.K. 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the “Recommended” award from ITReviews.co.uk, U.K.

“The management interface is a delight to use, with a bundle of add-on extras completing this fast and very capable NAS solution.”

“[w]ith its Gigabit Ethernet interface and Intel Atom®, it's a lot faster than most, can be expanded beyond just two disks and runs the latest version of Synology's DiskStation Manager (DSM), which leads the field in terms of features and functionality.”

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KIRGURU.net, U.K. 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS710+ scored full marks and received the “Gold Must Have” award from www.KITGURU.net, U.K.

“I was stunned to see such amazing results from this unit. I have never seen a solid figure over 100MB/s maintained from a NAS system.”

“When you factor in they also offer a full three year warranty. It is hard not to be impressed.”

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STORAGE REVIEW.com, U.S.A. 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS410j received the "Editor’s Choice" award from STORAGE REVIEW.com, U.S.A.

"Synology has hands-down one of the slickest software interfaces I’ve seen in a long time. It is easy to use, has a very modern vibe with its AJAX saturated webpages."

"With a great user interface and more options and settings than most users will need, the Synology DiskStation DS410j offers a load of features at a reasonable price. We find it to be a great alternative to Windows Home Server, especially for those who want to get more out of the NAS and enjoy tinkering with the advanced features of the Synology."

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TEST FREAKS.com, U.S.A. 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS710+ scored 9 out of 10 and received the "RECOMMENDED" award from TEST FREAKS.com, U.S.A.

"The new Synology DS210+ is truly a great product in all respects. It offers much that a business can appreciate, especially the on-board hardware based 256bit encryption for an extra level of security."

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Techware Labs.com, U.S.A. 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS210+ received the "AWESOME HARDWARE" award from Techware Labs.com, U.S.A.

"I had high hopes for the Synology DS210+, and I was not disappointed. The big selling point on this device is the software. It is user friendly, feature rich, and comprehensive. If you were to measure this device by the amount of software, and hardware it replaces, its astounding."

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HARDWARELUXX.de, Germany 2010/06

HARDWARELUXX.de from Germany reported Synology DiskStation DS710+ "fast and power efficient".

"Synology DS710+ is an ideal choice for users to quickly and easily share data with others across the network."

"The performance and power consumption of it are very good, so is the web interface through which the entire NAS can be managed. This is not often seen in home server and other equipment."

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TWEAK.DK, Denmark 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS210j received the "Safe Buy" award from TWEAK.DK, Denmark.

"Synology, in my opinion, is quite good at guiding users through the first steps via the installation CD, and in DiskStation Manager 2.3, there are always explanations of various functions and settings."

"DiskStation Manager 2.3 is huge and powerful while remain incredibly easy to use, even for the novice users. There are myriad of possibilities, but you can still customize the settings to match your needs at home – a big plus to this product."

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Hardware Magazine, France 2010/06

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "Editor's Choice" award from Hardware Magazine, France.

"By purchasing a Synology NAS, you'd be sure to have a wise investment on a complete and powerful product, especially when its price is often a little cheaper than it's main rivals."

"Their NAS interface is particularly well organized, friendly, and with many assistance resources. With these attributes, those who don't know much about NAS can easily use all the service and advanced features."


Xataka.com, Spain 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "Editor’s Choice" award from xataka.com, Spain.

“We have awarded Synology DS710+ with the ‘Editor’s Choice’ award due to its admirable high quality, fast response and high performance design.”

“With its intuitive user’s interface, the installation process only took a few steps and a few minutes.”

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CHIP Magazine, Thailand 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "Product of the Month" award from CHIP Magazine, Thailand.

"Synology DS710+ has excellent high performance for SMB users, while bundled with an intuitive user-friendly web interface and impressive scalability for additional hard disks with DX510 unit."

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Tom's Hardware.com, U.S.A. 2010/05

Synology Tops 16 of 18 Performance Benchmarks on Tom's Hardware Intel® NAS Benchmark.

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PC Magazine, Russia 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ scored full marks and received the “Editor’s Choice” award from PC Magazine’s NAS server roundup test, Russia.

“Coming with multiple business applications, Synology DS1010+ is an ideal solution for SMB users. Being a home NAS, the Synology DS1010+ was highly recommended too, especially for cross-platform multimedia file sharing.”

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Noticias3D.com, Spain 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "Good Choice" award from noticias3d.com, Spain.

“We have already reviewed two Synology NAS servers, and both of them have extraordinarily high quality, making us very satisfied.

“Whenever we reviewed Synology NAS server, we are deeply surprised. Its versatile features are running very smooth; the user interface is intuitive and very easy to use.”

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PCdemano.com, Spain 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS710+ scored 9.9 out of 10 and received the “Double Recommendations” award from PCdemano.com, Spain.

“Synology DS710+ is the best 2-bay NAS for home and SMBs, without any doubt, and is also the best one that has been tested by us.”

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COMPUTER! TOTAAL.nl, Netherlands 2010/05

COMPUTER! TOTAAL.nl from the Netherlands reported Synology DiskStation DS1010+ "Clearly a NAS that includes everything or aims to include everything".

"Synology DS1010+ is one of the best of NAS - high performance, high network speeds and capacity of up to five disks, which is even able to extend to up to ten disks with the optional expansion solution."

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Computer act!ve.co.uk, U.K. 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS210j scored 5 out of 5 and received the "BUY IT!" award from Computer act!ve.co.uk, U.K.

"[M]edia server. This process is wonderfully simple: tick the box to enable it and folders for music, video and photos will be created. We dropped in some files and they all played perfectly via an Xbox 360 console on the same network."

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Thirteen 1 Online Magazine, U.K. 2010/05

Thirteen 1 Online Magazine(P 96-97) from UK reported Synology DiskStation DS710+ "That awesome little black box thing that’s got all of our files on".

"Synology has taken advantage of Intel's Atom platform and created what is essentially a miniature PC, with space for 2 hot-swappable hard drives."

"Don't think of it as a plain old NAS, think of it as an eco-friendly miniature file/media/web/surveillance server."

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VERTEZ.co.uk, U.K. 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS410 received the "Vortez Hardware" award from Vortez Hardware.co.uk, U.K.

"The integrated software with the DS410 – DiskStation Manager - makes managing the NAS easy and very accessible. Whether you need FTP, HTTP or Surveillance access. It's there and what makes these features."

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Hardwarelook.com, U.K. 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ scored 9 out of 10 and received the "Gold" award from www.hardwarelook.com, U.K.

"The DiskStation Manager 2.3 offers a very clean GUI with a huge array of features and applications designed to improve and simplify the NAS experience."

"The Synology DS1010+ is a fantastic NAS server that combines performance, ease of use and practicality."

"One of the best NAS servers we've ever come across and well worth the Gold Award."

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HARDWAREHEAVEN.com, U.K. 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS410j scored 9 out of 10 and received the "Silver" award from www.HARDWAREHEAVEN.com, U.K.

"We cannot name any alternative on the market that has so many features."

"Support via the Synology website is very good and the frequency of software updates is also impressive."

"Synology are so confident in their product that they have a live demo on their site of a fully working model. This allows users to experience the great admin section and feature set on the Disk Station Models prior to purchasing."

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reghardware.com, U.K. 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS210j scored 90 out of 100 and received the "Recommended" award from www.reghardware.com, U.K.

"One of the most novel features in this respect is the DS audio iPhone app which allows streaming of music straight to any iPhone, iPad or iPod touch on the network..."

"It goes without saying that 1080p video playback is flawless and DiskStation Manager feels ultimately snappy and responsive."

"In terms of features the DS210j is the choice for the NAS user who wants it all."

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DinSide.no, Norway 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "Recommended" award from DinSide.no.

"It's fast!"

"The Synology NAS are advantageous for it operates quietly, takes very little space, and uses modest amount of power in both sleeping and active modes. It is able to do most jobs a network server is expected to do with an impressive speed, both in terms of data transmission and web performance. All of these attributes make the DS710+ earn a recommended award."

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HardwareBase.net, Bosnia and Herzegovina 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS210j received the "Best Buy" award from HardwareBase.net, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

"[w]hen it comes to the features and overall performance, you can hardly find an option missing."

"Synology has really provided its customers with a world class support."

"Pros: great features and support, free operating system upgrade, low power consumption, high performance, and affordable price."

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WINMAG Pro Magazine, Netherlands 2010/05

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "EDITOR'S CHOICE" award from WINMAG Pro Magazine, Netherlands.

"When it comes to user-friendly and feature-rich NAS servers, Synology has been known as a trendsetting brand for a while. The brand new DS710 + states in this respect again and never disappoint us, as the other Synology DiskStation does."

"Synology DS710+ is equipped with 1.66 GHz single core Atom CPU and I GB memory. With an optional expansion solution, you can have five additional disks on it. It can also be used as a USB print server."

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HISPAZONE.com, Spain 2010/04

Synology DiskStation DS409slim received the “Editor’s Choice” award from HISPAZONE.com, Spain.

“Being a connoisseur and a Synology products’ active user for years, I strongly recommend its solution.”

“A brand which has successfully set a benchmark for a reliable, efficient and functional NAS server.”

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3DNEWS.ru, Russia 2010/04

3DNEWS.ru from Russia reported Synology DiskStation Manager 2.3 "The best part is that it can constantly gain ground and grow."

"Undoubtedly, the built-in program can be considered as the main value of a modern NAS. Of course, the hardware component is also important, but most of the manufacturers equip their products well. It’s the details and the performance level of products in each segment that differentiate clearly in the market. The NAS quality indicators often include functionality and ease of use, which differ greatly amongst the manufacturers. In this regard, Synology can be considered as one of the leading NAS developers; the proprietary DSM system, in our opinion, deserves the highest praise."

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CHIP Magazine, Germany 2010/04

Synology DiskStation DS209+II received the second place honor in the NAS roundup from CHIP Magazine, Germany.

"Those who place greatest value on an outstanding performance will experience a real rush of speed with the Synology DiskStation DS209+II."

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ComputerWorld Magazine, Czech 2010/04

ComputerWorld Magazine from Czech reported Synology DS1010+ "not only a compact NAS server for SOHO, but also an effective virtualization solution".

"It's a good and compact NAS that brings affordable storage solution for all major operation systems, virtualization platforms and clusters."

"Especially for SMBs who consider more carefully, when choosing brands and models, of functionality, manufacturers' experience, support, and warranty. While well known brands from the traditional IT segment make NAS for a wider product portfolio, specialized NAS manufacturers head start regarding selections and functionality. They are offering much more features, higher security, faster transfer rates, and administration comfort."

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www.expertreviews.co.uk, U.K. 2010/04

Synology DiskStation DS110j received the "Budget Buy" award and the highest 5-star rating from expertreviews.co.uk, the U.K.

"The DS110j has the same web configuration interface as its more expensive counterparts, which is a good thing since it not only looks slick but feels responsive too."

"At this price, the DiskStation is packed with a surprising number of features and is quick at transferring files. It's excellent value and leaves other, similarly priced NAS devices and enclosures in the dust."

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ITPRO.co.uk, U.K. 2010/04

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "RECOMMENDED" award from ITPRO.co.uk, U.K.

"[O]verall performance is extremely good, it has more features that you can shake a stick at and the optional DX510 unit allows capacity to be easily expanded on demand."

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CNET, U.S.A. 2010/04

DS410 Receives 4/5 Rating from CNET.

"The Disk Station DS410 is one of the most affordable four-bay full-feature NAS servers on the market."

"The DS410, like all NAS servers from Synology we've reviewed, still offers so much more than any other NAS servers from other vendors."

"The server performed very well in our tests, and its robust Web interface made managing the vast amount of features and functions a relatively easy task."

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XbitLabs.com, U.S.A. 2010/04

XbitLabs.com from the U.S.A. reported Synology DiskStation DS210j and DS410j "set a new level of performance for entry-level NASes".

"Our tests suggest that Synology remains the leader of the home NAS market. We especially like the constantly improving firmware which is released regularly in newer versions for multiple models. For example, the current version (DSM 2.3) can be installed even on the 3-year-old CS-407. We don't often see other manufacturers take such great care of the end-user."

"Typical of Synology's products, these models are of highest quality, cute design and broad functionality."

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59hardware.net, France 2010/03

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "LABEL PERFORMANCE" award from 59hardware.net, France.

“The set is very classy, well-adjusted and breathes quality assembly. “

“Although it is particularly powerful, the DS710 + has not forgotten the fundamentals: silence and low consumption, in which the DS710 + is doing the right thing.”

“We love the blistering performances.”

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PC FÖR ALLA website, Sweden 2010/03

Synology DS1010+ scored 7 out of 10 and was reported "Smart NAS with large storage" by PC FÖR ALLA Website, Sweden.

"As a home user, you can easily publish your photos online and share with your friends and family, or use the device as a media server. In addition, Download Station, one of DS1010+'s many applications, can download large files even when you're away from home."

"The management interface is quick, neat and clear…Despite all the advanced functions of the device, it's surprisingly easy to get started with, largely thanks to the educational Synology Assistant."

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Computer! Totaal.nl, Netherlands 2010/03

Computer! Totaal.nl from the Netherlands reported Synology DS710+ "the fastest we have ever had in our lab".

"We'd love to recommend it for those who are looking for the two-disk NAS."

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PC Welt.de, Germany 2010/03

PC Welt.de reported Synology DiskStation DS509+ "[W]ith comfortable user interface and many strengths".

"We were positively impressed by the Synology DiskStation DS509+. Synology DSM has a really good user interface and many features, and the speed is absolutely sufficient for backup, even for a small-scale SAN. Overall, we can recommend this device without hesitation."

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HWM, Singapore 2010/03

Synology DiskStation DS210j Received the "SILVER" award from HWM Magazine, Singapore.

"DS210j is a pretty solid product by Synology, whether for the home user, or the small business..."

"DS210j makes for a very worthwhile investment."


e-zone Magazine, Hong Kong 2010/03

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the Editor's Choice award from e-zone Magazine, Hong Kong.

"Performance wise, in DIYZone's lab, the Synology DS710+ was installed with one single hard drive and tested under the environment of enabling Jumbo Frame and Gigabit LAN, the reading speed of Samba and FTP reached 96.62MB/sec and 98.27MB/sec respectively, making it the performance leader."

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HWM, Malaysia 2010/03

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "Silver" award from HWM Magazine, Malaysia.

"The Synology DiskStation DS710+ is a very fast, full featured and very flexible two-bay NAS, making it ideal for the dynamic SOHO and small scale business."

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PCLab.pl, Poland 2010/03

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "Recommend" award from PCLab.pl, Poland.

"Synology DS710+ is a praiseworthy device because of its small dimensions, quiet operation, energy efficiency and high performance. User interface is well developed, intuitive and works effectively. Most of the users will be satisfied with the device's functionality."

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PC PRO.co.uk, U.K. 2010/03

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ received the "RECOMMENDED" and "A LIST" award from PC PRO.co.uk, U.K.

"Synology set standards with its Ajax-based web interface and the new DiskStation Manager 2.2 is slick."

"The DS1010+ is fast, with Iometer reporting raw read and write throughputs of 112MB/sec and 110MB/sec."

"Along with excellent performance, the DS1010+ offers a cornucopia of storage features."

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Personal Computer & Internet Magazine, Spain 2010/03

Synology Disk Station DS409 scored 9.1 out of 10 and received the "Quality" award from Personal Computer & Internet Magazine (nº 86, March 2010), Spain.

"If you are looking for a NAS that can provide all what can be asked, Synology is the answer."

"This NAS can also fit, without any trouble, into a corporate environment as a departmental network solution."

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CNET.com, U.S.A. 2010/03

Synology DiskStation DS710+ scored 4 out of 5 from CNET.com, U.S.A.

"For those who possess decent networking know-how, the Synology Disk Station DS710+ makes an excellent NAS server for any environment. It's best suited for home office and small-business applications."

"So far, among NAS servers, Synology has been offering the best solution when it comes to surveillance."

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Computerworld.ch, Switzerland 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS409slim received the "Excellent" award from Computerworld.ch, Switzerland.

"This NAS is ideal for operating around the clock, with power consumption of only 0.9 and 10.5 watts in the stand-by and operation modes."

"The relatively high price is well justified by a really good equipment."

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InfoWorld.com, U.S.A. 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ scored 9.2 out of 10 from InfoWorld.com, U.S.A.

"The Web-based GUI is better than just about every enterprise-level storage management app, and offers a staggering array of services."

"In short, it's just chock full of features that are likely to satisfy users of any level of sophistication."

"Fast, cheap, reliable. Pick three? The Synology DS1010+ is a fantastic little storage array."

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e-zone Magazine, Hong Kong 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ received the Editor's Choice award from e-zone Magazine, Hong Kong.

"Synology DS1010+ comes with plenty of great features and knocked out all rivals in the performance test on FTP an SAMBA, and coupled with the reasonable price and warranty period, we highly recommend it to our readers."

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XSReviews.co.uk, U.K. 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS210j received 4 out of 5 from XSReviews.co.uk, U.K.

"[T]he displays are clean, nice to look at, intuitive. Features are easily found and fully fleshed out meaning there is plenty that can be done with even the smaller ones."

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TechwareLabs.com, U.S.A. 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS410j received the Editor's Choice from TechwareLabs.com, U.S.A.

"The quality of the unit itself is superb and the thought behind the engineering and design is apparent the moment we began to investigate the Desk Station further. Software updates come out on a regular basis supporting new features and bringing new life to those already present."

"Considering the value the DS410j represents to small businesses, home users, and home office's in addition to the excellent quality of the software and hardware the DS410j easily qualifies for our top honor the Editors Choice Award."

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Geek.com, U.S.A. 2010/02

Geek.com from the U.S.A. reported Synology DiskStation DS210j "Great software and tons of features".

"If you need a NAS Server this is a good choice for those wanting a simple to use interface and powerful file sharing system without having to pay a high price."

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Motherboards.org, U.S.A. 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS410j received the Editor Choice award from Motherboards.org, U.S.A.

"This is a very solid Editor's Choice product and the unit can come either pre-configured to your specifications, or you can add the drives and configure it yourself, either Synology has a winner on their hands with the DS410j."

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Overclockers Online.net, U.S.A. 2010/02

Overclockers Online from the U.S.A. reported Synology DiskStation DS210j: "[H]as all the key features you'll find in the Synology Business and Workgroup class without the bells and whistles".

"The Synology DS210j draws very little power and you have the Marvell processor to thank for that. At a peak draw of 25W, that is less than what most Intel based NAS devices require to just idle!"

"With typical write speeds in the mid-thirties and read speeds in the sixties you’ll have no problems streaming videos, backing up crucial work files and downloading via torrents all while drawing less power than a single light bulb."

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SLASHGEAR.com, U.S.A. 2010/02

SLASHGEAR.com from the U.S.A. reported Synology DiskStation DS710+: "[T]he vast majority of the interface is clear and straightforward".

"A NAS with poor performance is of no use to anybody, and so we're pleased to report that the DS710+ suffers no such shortcomings there, either."

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WhichNAS.com, U.S.A. 2010/02

WhichNAS.com from the U.S.A. reported Synology DiskStation DS1010+ "Quality Software, Rich in Features".

"Synology DS1010+ software is excellent and the features are plentiful, enough to please any user, be it for personal or business."

"Support for excellent back up features and with local and remote replication management options, extended iSCSI features and a keen warranty period of 3 years will make this device appealing to small and medium businesses as well as enterprise workgroups."

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NETWORK WORLD.com, U.S.A. 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ received full scores from NETWORK WORLD.com, U.S.A.

"This device is not only a work horse in terms of what it can do (its list of features is more or less identical to the RS409+ except for the number of bays and dimensions), but it is also remarkably small and amazingly fast!"

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PC EKSPERT.com, Croatia 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS109j received the "Recommended" award by PC EKSPERT.com, Croatia.

"The Synology DS109j user interface is by far the cleanest and the most visually beautiful among all the others we tested."

"The final impression is quite good to us. We have very few problems in general and are very satisfied with the possibilities of this device."

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Techzine.nl, Netherlands 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ received the "Must-Have" award from Techzine.nl, Netherlands.

"The device is fast, quiet and compact, making it fit in almost anywhere in your home or office."

"The installation is without a hiccup, and I also use the product without any problems. The Synology DSM firmware is very stable and well developed."

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HardWare Análisis.es, Spain 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS210j scored 9.5 out of 10 and received the Golden award from HardWare Análisis.es, Spain.

"Amazing is the only way to exactly describe what Synology offers with Synology DiskStation DS210j, a high quality product with excellent features and great functionality."

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Overclock3D.net, U.K. 2010/02

Synology DiskStation DS710+ received the "PERFORMANCE" award from Overclock3D.net, U.K.

"If you've followed this review from page 1 instead of jumping straight to the conclusion, it will be of absolutely no surprise to you that I'm going to praise the DS710+ to the high heavens."

"The range of features that Synology have managed to cram into this little box is utterly staggering, and the interface that brings them all together works like an absolute dream."

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Personal Computer & Internet Magazine, Spain 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS409 scored 8 out of 10 from Personal Computer & Internet Magazine, Spain.

"In the DS409, Synology achieves the integration of a whole amount of services and applications that can work independently without a computer."

"It is possible for users to configure the services and applications in the DS409 and access data in their preferred ways: from the Internet, via multimedia streaming, with folders or even directly on screens of DLNA-certified consumer electronic devices."

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e-zone Magazine, Hong Kong 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS210j received the Editor's Choice award from e-zone Magazine, Hong Kong.

"Synology DS210j comes with plenty of great features and knocked out all rivals in the performance test on FTP and SAMBA, and coupled with the reasonable price and warranty period, we highly recommend it to our readers."

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PC Achat Magazine, France 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS210j received the BEST PRODUCT of 2010 award from PC Achat Magazine, France.

"Easy to use with an affordable price, Synology DS210j well manages your file in the network."

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PC Market Magazine, Hong Kong 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS1010+ received the Editor's Choice award from PC Market Magazine, Hong Kong.

"The upgraded hardware platform takes the performance of the Synology DS1010+ to a new level. Running on the Synology DSM 2.2 system firmware, the Synology DS1010+ is one of the most powerful NAS servers on the market."

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TweakNews.net, U.S.A. 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS210j received the Top Rank Award from TweakNews.net, U.S.A.

"In the end, this is a great choice for a starter NAS if you are new to them or are just looking for something that won't break the bank. For the price you won't find a better network storage solution out there."

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PC World Website, Australia 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS509+ received the Best Buys award from PC World website, Australia.

"Though competing against NAS devices equipped with 1.2GHz and 1.6GHz processors, the DiskStation DS509+(1.06GHz) performed remarkably well in the benchmark tests."

"Put simply, the DiskStation DS509+ delivers great bang for your buck when it comes to performance."

"If the comparatively low price point isn't enough to entice, the fast performance, comprehensive features and iPhone compatibility should certainly give home and business users alike reasons to consider the DiskStation DS509+."

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COMPUTER! TOTAAL Website, Netherlands 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS409slim received the "BEST GETEST" award from COMPUTER! TOTAAL website, Netherlands.

"With sufficient power and functionality, compact size and full mark for quietness, Synology DS409slim covers the meaning of "slim" in all aspects and truly deserves its name."

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PC World Website, Norway 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS409+ and DS410j scored 5 and 6 out of 6 and received the "Good Buy" award from PC World website, Norway.

"Both Synology DS410j and DS409+ come very well out of our tests. Once again, Synology delivers products that are user-friendly and abundant in functionality which performed brilliantly throughout the testing period."

"Synology DS410j really surprised us in some areas…We see how it provides a significantly better performance against its main competitor for almost exactly the same price."

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MacWorld Magazine, Spain 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS409slim scored 9 out of 10 and received the "Recommended Product" award from MacWorld Magazine, Spain.

"If you are interested in a system that will provide you with not only network storage but also an excellent integration with iTunes, Time Machine and your iPhone or iPod touch, and at the same time allow you to configure a series of advanced services, then this small-sized and low power-consuming device is a totally recommended option."

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Noticias3D.com, Spain 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS410j received the "Good Choice" award from Noticias3D.com, Spain.

"The new Synology NAS offers an opportunity to share and centralize all our files, making them available almost everywhere."

"The Synology DS410j, coming with versatile features and applications, is ideal for home and small office users."

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TrustedReviews.com, U.K. 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS410j received the "Recommended" award from TrustedReviews.com, U.K.

"The Synology DiskStation DS410j isn't just feature packed, nor does it just offer great performance. Rather, it does both of these things at an affordable price point and that's certainly worthy of accolade."

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Overclock3D.net, U.K. 2010/01

Synology DiskStation DS410j received the "RECOMMENDED" award from Overclock3D.net, U.K.

"The Synology DS410j actually does pretty much everything anyone could ask, and at a price point that makes it very very attractive."

"Installation is a breeze. If you can use a screwdriver you can install your hard-drives, and the Synology software itself is amazingly easy to use to configure your array."

"Excellent."

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