Fantastic product for the SMB and Home Market
Overall Satisfaction with Synology DiskStation
Synology DiskStation units are a fantastic local network storage device for small businesses that don't require the full-blown Windows Server alternative. Synology DiskStation units are also used as backup storage for local on-site backups with the option to upload files using hyper backup to Azure/AWS/Remote NAS units/SharePoint and other locations as well.
- Local File Sharing
- Backup to multiple locations
- M365 & Google Apps backup
- Packages being applicable to all series/models (rather than just "newer" selections")
- Open a call centre for supporting customers
- Some areas around notifications could be improved (eg emailing specific emails for specific alerts)
- M365 Active Backup (backing up cloud repository to on prem)
- Various software packages allowing VPN, Docker, Virtualisation, Cloud Backup, etc
- Easy to maintain and upgrade
- Integration with local AD and single sign on
- Single cost to backup cloud technology with one capital expense
- Limiting operating expenses on cloud technology
- Ensuring compliance with backup technology
Synology DiskStation packs a punch with the latest and greatest feature set which goes above and beyond many other vendors. It allows for a turn-key solution to cover almost every use case in the SMB market leaving other vendors behind.
Do you think Synology DiskStation delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with Synology DiskStation's feature set?
Yes
Did Synology DiskStation live up to sales and marketing promises?
Yes
Did implementation of Synology DiskStation go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy Synology DiskStation again?
Yes