This article covers Synology DiskStation DS723+ 2ベイ 3.5ディスクレス 2xGbE NAS (スケーラブル).

Overview

The Synology DiskStation DS723+ is a 2-bay NAS that strikes a balance between compactness and future expandability. Powered by an AMD Ryzen R1600 dual-core processor and equipped with 2GB of DDR4 ECC memory, it delivers reliable performance for home and small office environments. Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports support link aggregation for up to 2Gbps of combined throughput. A USB 3.2 Gen 1 port and an eSATA port provide easy connectivity to external drives or expansion units, making the DS723+ a flexible storage hub.

Connectivity & Compatibility

Drive bays: 2x 3.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD (2.5-inch with adapter) Supported drive interface: SATA III (6Gbps) Network: 2x RJ-45 1GbE LAN (link aggregation, failover) USB: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port (front) eSATA: 1x port for expansion unit (DX517) M.2 slot: 1x NVMe SSD slot for cache acceleration File systems: Btrfs, ext4 RAID levels: Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, Synology Hybrid RAID (SHR)

Product Info

Released in early 2023, the DS723+ sits in the mid-range of Synology's 2-bay lineup. It is priced around ¥95,000–¥105,000 (diskless). The manufacturer warranty is 2 years. Included in the box: the NAS unit, power adapter, power cord, two RJ-45 Ethernet cables, quick installation guide, and screws. Drives are not included.

Best Use Cases

Home file server & media streaming: The DS723+ is quiet and power-efficient, ideal for 24/7 operation as a central storage for documents, photos, and videos. It can run Plex Media Server or Synology Video Station. Backup destination: Use Active Backup for Business or Hyper Backup to centrally back up PCs, Macs, and mobile devices. The dual Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast transfers. Light virtualization: With Docker support and Virtual Machine Manager, you can run lightweight containers or a single VM. The 2GB RAM is sufficient for basic tasks; upgrading to 16GB is possible. Scalable future: If you need more storage later, add the DX517 expansion unit to increase capacity to 7 bays. This makes the DS723+ a long-term investment.

Product Disclosure (Amazon)

  • Manufacturer: Synology
  • ASIN: B0BRYFJMH3
  • Note: This article covers a manufacturer-made product based on Amazon listing details.