DiskStation DS1823xs+

Flexible large-scale storage for small and medium-sized businesses

DS1823xsplus
DS1823xsplus
Desktop-sized powerhouse

Desktop-sized powerhouse

Over 3,100/2,600 MB/s seq. read/write,1 built-in 10GbE, and up to 144 TB raw storage2 before expansion.

Flexible configuration

Flexible configuration

Add up to 10 extra drive bays, 25GbE or Fibre Channel, and SSD cache volumes when needed.3

Versatile applications

Versatile applications

Back up 300 endpoints, manage 75 IP cameras,4 or safely sync and share files between devices and sites.

Safe, dependable, and scalable

Built-in data integrity protection, remote management options, and easy hardware expansion make the DS1823xs+ dependable, easy to maintain, and cost efficient.

Data integrity protection

The Btrfs file system helps prevent data corruption or loss through metadata mirroring, file self-healing, and efficient point-in-time snapshots. ECC memory provides additional integrity safeguards.

Efficient remote management

Monitor, manage, and replace drives and storage online in Synology DSM. Remotely reboot, reset, or view logs while the system is down thanks to out-of-band management (OOB).

Plug-and-play expansion

The DS1823xs+ can be scaled to up to 18 bays by adding two DX517 expansion units without system downtime, thanks to online storage and volume expansion.

Safe, dependable, and scalable

The performance you need

Configure the DS1823xs+ to handle any workload. Easily add 1/10/25GbE or Fibre Channel ports and designate NVMe or SATA SSD volumes as read/write cache to boost HDD performance.

Over 3,100/2,600 MB/s read/write1

Up to 25GbE networking

2 x M.2 NVMe SSD cache & storage pool5

Private cloud

Simply faster

Experience faster6 file indexing in Synology Drive and higher sequential throughput.

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faster file indexing in Synology Drive7
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higher seq. throughput when using Encrypted Shared Folders8

Store, share, and protect

Manage all your documents, photos, and other files, back up applications and devices, and protect your physical assets with professional video surveillance.

Flexible file server

Flexible file server

Flexible file server
Backup repository

Backup repository

Backup repository
Business application platform

Business application platform

Business application platform

Flexible file server

Use the DS1823xs+ as a central file repository and data sharing hub. Provide easy access to business data from PCs, phones, and other devices, and set up powerful cross-site syncing to empower collaboration between offices or branches.

A private cloud suite for file sharing

Empower your entire organization with a streamlined ability to access, share, and sync data from anywhere. Provide employees with access to corporate files through mobile apps, desktop clients, and a browser-based interface. Set granular file and folder access and sharing permissions. Maintain a full overview of file activities and track file share settings changes with detailed records in the Synology Drive Admin Console. Learn more

Dependable and secure network storage

Use shared folders on your Synology device as reliable storage available from anywhere on your local network over all common protocols (SMB/NFS/WebDAV/FTP). Protect your files against accidental changes and removal or even malware attacks with built-in snapshot technology and other backup options.

Private cloud

Secure site-to site file and folder syncing

Make sure branches always have up-to-date copies of crucial documents and data available locally by syncing Synology systems one or two-way using Synology Drive ShareSync. Have files updated across locations each time there is a change to efficiently keep all stakeholders on the same page. Learn more

Efficient cross-site syncing through the cloud

Boost syncing speeds, cut bandwidth use, and reduce your storage footprint by leveraging the powerful connectivity of our data centers. Synology Hybrid Share intelligently synchronizes data to Synology devices.6 Large or less frequently accessed files are stored on the cloud to reduce local storage requirements, while frequently used files are stored on local devices to provide users access at LAN speeds. Learn more

Cross-site syncing

Backup repository

Back up files, folders, physical devices, VMs, and SaaS applications with free solutions, and protect your NAS with built-in technologies.

Centralize your backup and recovery solution

Consolidate and automate backup tasks for PCs, file servers, VMs, SaaS applications, and more with Active Backup Suite. Administer device backups remotely through a centralized portal and quickly restore specific files or entire devices to keep your business up and running. Take advantage of built-in remote backup solutions designed to protect your data with seamless 3-2-1 backup configurations. Learn more

Back up all your devices

Perform full system backups with Synology

Protect all data, applications, and configurations on your Synology systems with comprehensive scheduled backups to local and remote servers, external drives, or cloud storage destinations including Synology C2 Storage. Learn more

Protect folders and LUNs with snapshots

Configure efficient point-in-time snapshots of shared folders and LUNs at intervals as short as 5 minutes. Allow users to easily restore previous versions of files unassisted, quickly recover VMs, and copy snapshots to another server to benefit from rapid storage failover. Learn more

Protect your Synology system

Business application platform

Host cost-efficient business solutions, either through containers, virtual machines, or Synology DiskStation (DSM)’s own solutions, including a powerful free backup suite, a versatile mail server, and a surveillance VMS with transparent licensing.

Collaboration in a secure cloud

Create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and slides together with your whole team in real time. Easily migrate existing documents from other platforms and take ownership of your files in a secure private cloud. Learn more

Synology’s private cloud mail solution provides ease of use, full data ownership, and robust data security with a low total cost of ownership thanks to its perpetual licensing model. Learn more

Keep teams connected through encrypted one-on-one private chats, public channels, and group conversations. Efficiently organize discussions with bookmarks, searchable hashtags, and chatbots. Learn more

Synology productivity solutions

Application test environment

Run Docker containers and VMs on DS1823xs+ using Docker and Synology Virtual Machine Manager (VMM)7 — a hypervisor for virtualized versions of Windows®, Linux®, and DSM — to safely test and evaluate applications.

Virtual DSM serves as a test environment for package updates or to add an additional layer of security between applications, systems, and data. Learn more

Containerization and virtualization-ready

Performance backed by Synology drives

Engineered to handle intensive 24/7 workloads, Synology drives consistently deliver top-grade performance.

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Get more with DiskStation Manager

Take advantage of a host of native productivity, management, and security solutions available in the web-based Synology DSM operating system.

Synology has you covered

Synology has you covered

The DS1823xs+ is backed by Synology's 5-year limited warranty,8 including technical support and hardware replacement services to maximize your return on investment and ensure continued high-quality performance. Learn more

DiskStation DS1823xs+

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  • 1Status Indicator
  • 2Alert Indicator
  • 3Power Button and Indicator
  • 4LAN Indicators
  • 5Drive Status Indicators
  • 6Drive Trays
  • 7Drive Tray Locks
  • 8USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port
  • 9Power Port
  • 10Fans
  • 11PCI Express Expansion Slot
  • 12Kensington Security Slot
  • 13Expansion Port
  • 141GbE RJ-45 Ports
  • 1510GbE RJ-45 Port
  • 16Reset Button
  • 17Management Port
  • 18USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports
  • 19Expansion Port
  • 20Memory Slots

Notes:

  1. Performance figures obtained through internal testing by Synology. Actual performance may vary depending on the testing environment, usage, and configuration. See performance charts for more information.

  2. Raw capacity. Usable storage capacity may vary depending on drives used and RAID configuration.

  3. DS1823xs+ supports up to 18 drives with two Synology DX517 Expansion Units, sold separately.

  4. Supports up to 75 IP cameras on a single Synology server with Synology Surveillance Station. Up to 10,000 cameras can be managed per deployment by adding together recording servers with Surveillance Station CMS. Surveillance Station includes 2 free licenses. Connecting more cameras and devices requires additional licenses. Learn more.

  5. SSD cache can be enabled by using 2.5" SATA SSD drives in standard drive bays or without occupying drive bays by installing Synology SNV3400 Series M.2 NVMe SSD drives through the built-in M.2 slots. SNV3400 Series M.2 NVMe SSD drives can also be used to create SSD storage pools. Drives are sold separately.

  6. Compared with its predecessor, the Synology DiskStation DS1621xs+.

  7. Tested with 8 TB Synology HAT5300 Series HDD.

  8. Sequential write throughput in MB/s when using a 10GbE SMB connection. Tested on an all-flash volume with Synology SAT5200 flash drives.

  9. C2 Storage for Hyper Backup and Hybrid Share requires purchase of an annual or monthly subscription. A free trial is available for each newly registered device.

  10. Certain advanced features require Virtual Machine Manager Pro. One Virtual DSM License is included. Additional Virtual DSM instances require the purchase of Virtual DSM Licenses.

  11. The warranty period starts from the date of purchase as stated on your purchase receipt. Visit https://www.synology.com/company/legal/warranty for more information.

Hardware Specifications
CPU
CPU
CPU Model AMD Ryzen V1780B
CPU Quantity 1
CPU Architecture 64-bit
CPU Frequency 4-core 3.35 (base) / 3.6 (turbo) GHz
Hardware Encryption Engine (AES-NI)
Memory
Memory
System Memory 8 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM
Memory Module Pre-installed 8 GB (8 GB x 1)
Total Memory Slots 2
Maximum Memory Capacity 32 GB (16 GB x 2)
Notes
  • Synology reserves the right to replace memory modules with the same or higher frequency based on supplier's product life cycle status. Rest assured that the compatibility and stability have been strictly verified with the same benchmark to ensure identical performance.
  • Please select Synology memory modules for optimum compatibility and reliability. Synology will not provide complete product warranty or technical support if non-Synology memory modules are used for memory expansion.
  • For more information about the recommended memory configurations, please check the Hardware Installation Guide of your Synology product.
Storage
Storage
Drive Bays 8
Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit 18 (DX517 x 2)
M.2 Drive Slots 2 (NVMe)
Compatible Drive Type* (See all supported drives)
  • 3.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA SSD
  • M.2 2280 NVMe SSD
Hot Swappable Drive*
Notes
  • Synology only guarantees full functionality, reliability, and performance for Synology drives listed on the compatibility list. The use of non-validated components may limit certain functionality and result in data loss and system instability.
  • The hot swappable drive feature is not supported by M.2 SSD slots.
  • "Compatible drive type" indicates drives that have been tested to be compatible with Synology products. This term does not indicate the maximum connection speed of each drive bay.
External Ports
External Ports
RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port 2 (with Link Aggregation / Failover support)
RJ-45 10GbE LAN Port 1
Out-of-Band Management LAN Port 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port* 3
eSATA Port 2
Notes This device's 1GbE LAN ports have a maximum transmission unit (MTU) size of 1,500 bytes.
PCIe
PCIe
PCIe Expansion 1 x Gen3 x8 slot (x4 link)
File System
File System
Internal Drives
  • Btrfs
  • EXT4
External Drives
  • Btrfs
  • EXT4
  • EXT3
  • FAT
  • NTFS
  • HFS+
  • exFAT
Appearance
Appearance
Size (Height x Width x Depth) 166 mm x 343 mm x 243 mm
Weight 6.2 kg
Others
Others
System Fan 120 mm x 120 mm x 2 pcs
Fan Speed Mode
  • Full-Speed Mode
  • Cool Mode
  • Quiet Mode
Easy Replacement System Fan
Brightness Adjustable Front LED Indicators
Power Recovery
Noise Level* 23.6 dB(A)
Scheduled Power On / Off
Wake on LAN / WAN
Power Supply Unit / Adapter 250 W
AC Input Power Voltage 100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption 87.93 W (Access)
28.37 W (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit 300.23 BTU/hr (Access)
96.87 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
Notes
  • For more information on how power consumption is measured, refer to this article.
  • Noise testing was conducted with the Synology system fully installed with Synology SATA HDDs and in an idle stae. Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones are placed at a 1 m distance from the front and rear of the device. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8%
Temperature
Temperature
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% RH
Certification
Certification
  • FCC
  • CE
  • BSMI
  • VCCI
  • RCM
  • EAC
  • CCC
  • KC
Warranty
Warranty
5 Years
Notes The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. (Learn more)
Environment
Environment
RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content
Packaging Content
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Accessory Pack X 1
  • AC Power Cord X 1
  • RJ-45 LAN Cable X 2
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1
Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories
DSM Specifications
Maximum Single Volume Size
  • 200 TB (32 GB memory required)
  • 108 TB
Maximum Internal Volume Number 256
M.2 SSD Storage Pool Support*
SSD Read / Write Cache (White Paper)
SSD TRIM
RAID Group
Supported RAID Type
  • RAID F1
  • Basic
  • JBOD
  • RAID 0
  • RAID 1
  • RAID 5
  • RAID 6
  • RAID 10
RAID Migration
  • Basic to RAID 1
  • Basic to RAID 5
  • RAID 1 to RAID 5
  • RAID 5 to RAID 6
Volume Expansion with Larger HDDs
  • RAID F1
  • RAID 1
  • RAID 5
  • RAID 6
  • RAID 10
Volume Expansion by Adding a HDD
  • RAID F1
  • JBOD
  • RAID 5
  • RAID 6
Global Hot Spare Supported RAID Type
  • RAID F1
  • RAID 1
  • RAID 5
  • RAID 6
  • RAID 10
Notes
  • Creating M.2 storage pools requires the use of Synology-verified SSDs, which are rigorously tested under extreme temperature conditions. Thermal parameters for SSDs and NAS units are fine-tuned to ensure optimal management of thermal conditions under I/O-intensive environments. (Learn more)
  • Usable capacity for each volume will be lower than the maximum volume size and is dependent on the filesystem and the amount of system metadata stored.
  • Volumes over 108 TB require 32 GB of memory or more.
File Protocol SMB/AFP/NFS/FTP/WebDAV
Maximum Concurrent SMB/AFP/FTP Connections 2,000
Maximum Concurrent SMB/AFP/FTP Connections (with RAM expansion) 8,000
Windows Access Control List (ACL) Integration
NFS Kerberos Authentication
Notes
  • Regarding data concerning tests with RAM expansion, all memory slots are installed with the maximum capacity of supported RAM.
  • During testing, the maximum number of SSDs supported by this model is installed in a RAID 5 configuration.
  • The testing standard was based on the maximum number of concurrent connections supported by this model. During the testing, 25% of the connections were used to transfer files concurrently. The transfer process guaranteed that the connections were not interrupted; the minimum transfer speed was not guaranteed.
Maximum Local User Accounts 16,000
Maximum Local Groups 512
Maximum Shared Folder 512
Maximum Shared Folder Sync Tasks 32
Maximum Hybrid Share Folders 15
Folder and Package Backup
Entire System Backup
Notes Full-system backup requires DSM 7.2 or later.
Synology High Availability
Syslog Events per Second 3,000
Virtualization
Virtualization
VMware ESXi 6.5 and VAAI
Windows Server 2022
Citrix Ready
OpenStack
Networking Protocols SMB1 (CIFS), SMB2, SMB3, NFSv3, NFSv4, NFSv4.1, NFS Kerberized sessions, iSCSI, Fibre Channel, HTTP, HTTPs, FTP, SNMP, LDAP, CalDAV
Supported Browsers
  • Google Chrome
  • Firefox
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Safari
Supported Language English, Deutsch, Français, Italiano, Español, Dansk, Norsk, Svenska, Nederlands, Русский, Polski, Magyar, Português do Brasil, Português Europeu, Türkçe, Český, ภาษาไทย, 日本語, 한국어, 繁體中文, 简体中文
Notes For an updated list of supported browser versions, check the DSM Technical Specifications.
Antivirus by McAfee (Trial)
Antivirus by McAfee (Trial)
Suggested Concurrent Users 400
Notes
  • Measured with simulated users, each with an average record of 20,000 messages, emojis, or stickers. The required server response time is below ten seconds.
  • When applicable, systems are tested configured with maximum memory and set to allow the maximum number of connections.
Document Viewer
Document Viewer
Download Station
Download Station
Maximum Concurrent Download Tasks 80
Maximum iSCSI Target Number 256
Maximum LUN 512
LUN Clone/Snapshot, Windows ODX
Free Email Accounts 5 (Additional accounts require purchase of licenses)
Suggested Maximum Users 2,250
Suggested Concurrent Users 450
Maximum Server Performance 2,029,000 emails per day, approx. 59GB
Notes
  • Models with more than 4 bays were installed with two SSDs for SSD cache.
  • For tested models with expandable memory, the maximum amount of RAM was installed.
  • The performance of the mail system will slightly decrease in high-availability mode due to data synchronization between the two servers.
  • Functions that were enabled in all of the tests above: anti-spam, anti-virus, DNSBL, greylist, content scan, full-text search (English only).
DLNA Compliance
Facial Recognition
Object Recognition
Maximum Snapshots per Shared Folder 1,024
Maximum of System Snapshots 65,536
Default Licenses 2 (Additional cameras require purchase of licenses)
Maximum IP Cameras and Total FPS (H.264)
  • 720p: 75 channels, 2250 FPS
  • 1080p: 75 channels, 2100 FPS
  • 3M: 75 channels, 1500 FPS
  • 5M: 75 channels, 900 FPS
  • 4K: 55 channels, 550 FPS
Maximum IP Cameras and Total FPS (H.265)
  • 720p: 75 channels, 2250 FPS
  • 1080p: 75 channels, 2250 FPS
  • 3M: 75 channels, 2250 FPS
  • 5M: 75 channels, 1500 FPS
  • 4K: 75 channels, 900 FPS
Notes
  • Performance figures are obtained from testing conducted with the device fully populated with drives under a continuous recording setup. Actual system capabilities may vary based on configuration, drive performance, enabled features, and the presence of additional workloads.
  • Use NVR Selector to quickly find a suitable model based on your requirements.
Recommended Number of Concurrent Sync Clients 900 (the number of connections that can be maintained when the recommended number of hosted files was reached)
Recommended Number of Hosted Files 50,000,000 (applies to files indexed or hosted by Synology Drive. For file access through other standard protocols, refer to the File Services section above)
Notes
  • Exceeding the recommended numbers above will not block application operations, but may result in longer response time.
  • Utilizing SSD cache can significantly improve performance.
  • For tested models with expandable memory, the maximum amount of RAM was installed.
  • Btrfs file system and non-encrypted shared folders were used during the aforementioned testing.
Suggested Maximum Users 7,000
Suggested Concurrent Users 2,800
Notes
  • Multiple files were opened for testing and each file was edited by 30 users simultaneously.
  • For tested models with expandable memory, the maximum amount of RAM was installed.
  • Client performance may affect maximum simultaneous editing users. Client PCs used for testing: Intel Core i3-3220 / 8GB RAM
Recommended Virtual Machine Instances 8 (Learn more)
Recommended Virtual DSM Number (Licenses required) 8 (including 1 Free License)
Notes The specifications vary depending on system configuration and memory size.
Maximum Connections 60

Notes:

  1. Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
  2. The figures are based on Synology internal testing. Each performance test is done individually. No other services or applications are processed at the same time.
  3. The actual performance may be lower than lab testing figure due to differences in server configuration, deployment, and the number of active operations.
  4. If usage requirements exceed the specifications above, please contact our regional partners for professional advice.