# BLACKVOID.CLUB
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## Posts
- [Synology Solution Summit 2026](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-solution-summit-2026.md) - Synology will host its Solution Summit in three months at Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf, Germany, the headquarters of Synology GmbH. Designed as a full-day event, the Summit will mark the company's first live offering in a hybrid format. While Synology has established a strong presence at numerous ind…
- [Synology DS neo+ lineup](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds-neo-lineup.md) - Recent escalations in RAM, HDD, and SSD pricing, with motherboard costs anticipated to follow, have prompted consumers and businesses to seek cost-effective alternatives amid the ongoing AI hyperscale expansion. Synology faces direct consequences from these market and economic fluctuations, as its…
- [Synology DVA7400 overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dva7400-overview.md) - Just last week, Synology officially introduced the new VSaaS service called Synology 365, which was already announced at this year's Computex expo. With a new series of existing cameras to support the cloud-based surveillance platform, we now have Synology's first rack-based DVA system, the DVA7400…
- [Synology RS1226+/RP+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-rs1226-rp-overview.md) - As the second quarter moves along and the summer is in full swing, Synology has another RS model refresh ready with imminent release. Following the 1U RS826+/RP+ model back in June, this time around, we will get a somewhat anticipated 8-bay model. This particular 8-bay 2U model was not refreshed si…
- [Synology Care - new support service for mission-critical businesses](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-care-new-support-service-for-mission-critical-businesses.md) - With Synology now moving into the enterprise segment of the market, especially with the official rollout of the new PAS7700 active-active device just a few months ago, the company has started to offer a new support service in selected European countries called Synology Care. Synology PAS7700 global…
- [Synology DP340 review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dp340-review.md) - It has been a year and a half since the official global launch of the new Synology DataProtection lineup on January 8th 2025. Rollout introduced three new products in a category of its own, starting with the DP7400 flagship 12-bay model, and two desktop ones, DP320 and DP340. Synology DP7400 review…
- [Synology DP5200 overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dp5200-overview.md) - Among many existing and upcoming new Synology hardware that was presented at this year's Computex 2026 expo was DataProtect, the ActiveProtect-driven lineup of devices. First presented two years ago in June of 2024, the DP segment is Synology's complete backup solution in the shape of a dedicated a…
- [Synology CC410W camera overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-cc410w-camera-overview.md) - It has been three years since Synology rolled out its first batch of branded surveillance cameras, starting with BC500 and TC500 in early 2023. Later that year, they followed with a light, wifi camera aimed at home or small home office setups, called the CC400W. Synology CC400W camera reviewFollowi…
- [Synology DSM Agent 1.0 - beginning of agentic DSM future](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dsm-agent-1-0-beginging-of-agentic-dsm-future.md) - With the introduction of DSM 7.4, which was announced at this year's Computex 2026 expo, Synology announced a more refined OS for its whole product line. Among all the updates and optimisations, as well as a new storage efficiency feature, a great deal of effort for the past few years has been devo…
- [Synology DSM 7.4-90075](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dsm-7-4-90075.md) - Today, as announced in the Computex articles, the new version of the DSM has arrived, the DSM 7.4-90075. Synology at Computex 2026New year, new hardware, software, and services from #Synology. Enterprise, business, and SOHO segments, followed by #AI features on many levelsBLACKVOID.CLUBLuka Manesta…
- [Synology RS826+/RP+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-rs826-rp-overview.md) - With the XS+ lineup behind us back in May, here is another RS model that has come up for a refresh since its predecessor four years ago. The RS826+/RP+ is still a single-unit rack model with a maximum of 8 drives total support, which this time around had a minimum upgrade, if we can call it that. T…
- [Synology at Computex 2026](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-at-comp.md) - For Synology, Computex is "the" ultimate yearly expo, and because of it, it is no wonder they leave all their major announcements for the summer. While new hardware, software, and services might not be released for a few more quarters, this does not stop Synology from showing them off at one of the…
- [Synology DSM 7.4 and AI future](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dsm-7-4-and-ai-future.md) - 💡UPDATE: 16/06/2026 - The previous statement regarding DSM 7.4 compatibility with NAS models contained inaccurate information. Specifically, claims that X20 models would be incompatible with DSM 7.4 were incorrect. DSM 7.4 maintains the same compatibility requirements as DSM 7.3. For the following…
- [Synology Surveillance 365, new cameras, and a new access control system](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-surveillance-365-new-cameras-and-new-acess-control-system.md) - Computex is one of the world's top electronic expos, so it is no wonder that so many companies choose it to present new products, services, and solutions for the upcoming period. Synology is following this pattern, and many of its hardware and software upcoming solutions and additions were actually…
- [Synology Deep Search - on-device local AI application](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-deep-search-on-device-local-ai-application.md) - In the past three years, the BeeDrive has become a popular on-the-go mobile device that fits in your pocket and offers up to 4TB of SSD storage via USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface. Because of it, it allows for fast data transfers in various scenarios, but it also offers one added feature that Synology intr…
- [Two new Synology BeeStation models for 2026](https://www.blackvoid.club/two-new-synology-beestation-models-for-2026.md) - A lot has been announced and shown at this year's Computex expo, including what Synology is calling the "digital life" segment. Stepping aside from the cutting-edge enterprise lineup, as well as new business and personal surveillance services, we will focus on and mention the new SOHO candidates fo…
- [Synology best NAS winner at the European Hardware Association Awards for 2026](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-best-nas-winner-at-the-european-hardware-association-awards-for-2026.md) - On Monday, 1st June 2026, the winners of this year’s awards will be revealed at a special event hosted at the Marriott Courtyard, Nangang, Taipei – ideally located for those preparing to exhibit at Computex the following day. After considering more than 400 products from over 110 manufacturers, the…
- [Synology FS200T 2026 overview update](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-fs200t-2026-overview-update.md) - With Computex 2026 only days away, Synology today released their last year's announced 2.5" 6-bay successor to the DS620slim. Small Size, Big Performance Named the FS200T, this 2.5" 6-bay device has advanced in the world of Synology, transitioning from a desktop DS series to the distinguished Flash…
- [Synology C2 cloud service changes for 2026](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-c2-cloud-service-changes-for-2026.md) - It has been a year since there was any major news on Synology C2 cloud front, apart from their release of new surveillance cameras. On 2025 Computex expo, the company announced its upcoming VSaaS called C2 Surveillance, but that is yet to be available for customers. Synology C2 Surveillance announc…
- [Synology DSM Enterprise 1.0](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dsm-enterprise-1-0.md) - Today, Synology released its new flagship appliance, part of a brand new PAS series, the PAS7700. Synology PAS7700 global launchA 48-bay NVMe storage platform for enterprise workloads that require continuous availability, extreme performance and scalability without service interruptionBLACKVOID.CLU…
- [Synology PAS7700 global launch](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-pas7700-global-launch.md) - It is clear that 2026 has solidified Synology's mindset as an enterprise-focused vendor. Following a mild 2025, this year has seen a concentrated release of mid-range and enterprise models across 1U-3U form factors. May's announcement marks a significant milestone, the global rollout of Synology's…
- [Synology FS6420 & FS3420 overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-fs6420-fs3420-overview.md) - Last week, Synology rolled out three XS+ models from its RS lineup and simultaneously refreshed its popular FS segment with second-generation versions of its two existing 24-bay models. Identical on the exterior except for minor differences on the rear panel, these 2U rack devices deliver substanti…
- [Synology BC510 & TC510 2026 cameras overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bc510-tc510-2026-cameras-overview.md) - On May 6th, Synology announced the launch of a new generation of their 2023 bullet and turret cameras, the BC510 and TC510. This time around, as expected, the new generation of these models was given a new model number (510) to mark the distinction compared to the previous models. Synology BC500 &…
- [Synology RS6426xs+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-rs6426xs-overview.md) - They say all good things come in threes, and today we already had two new RS models from the existing business-enterprise XS+ lineup, the RS3626xs+ and RS4826xs+. The final device is yet another new model, just like the RS4826xs+ was, not so much that, so far we have not seen a 3U model by Synology…
- [Synology RS4826xs+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-rs4826xs-overview.md) - The second XS+ model that has been released in APAC and announced today by Synology is another 2U NAS mimicking the RS3626xs+ in almost all elements while still pushing the bar just a bit higher. The main thing to mention here is that so far, we have not had this model number before, so this repres…
- [Synology RS3626xs overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-rs3626xs-overview.md) - Just last month, Synology announced the first X26 model for this year, the RS1626xs. This small 1U enterprise-grade unit announced a kick-off for the XS+ segment that continues with three (3) new models being rolled out today in the APAC. Synology RS1626xs+ overviewThe first X26 #Synology rack mode…
- [Synology Beestation Mark II - new 4TB BST151 model](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beestation-mark-ii-new-4tb-bst151-model.md) - There are over 20 articles here on the site regarding Bee-series products and their BSM operating system. The reason for this is that for the past two and a half years, Synology has been hard at work to populate a specific segment of the SOHO market with easy-to-use, yet capable and affordable devi…
- [Synology RS1626xs+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-rs1626xs-overview.md) - While 2025 focused on modest DS updates and upgrades, 2026 will be dedicated to the RS and FS lineups. With nearly half a dozen rack‑mount models planned, we’ll begin with a refresh of the familiar, compact 4‑bay, 1U RS1626xs+. Marketed as an all‑in‑one solution for data management, backup, and sur…
- [World Backup Day 2026 & Synology BeeDrive giveaway](https://www.blackvoid.club/world-backup-day-2026-synology-beedrive-giveaway.md) - 🎁UPDATE: 11/04/2026 - We have a winner of the 2026 WBD giveaway! Congratulations to Jane T, on winning a brand new 1TB Synology BeeDrive! 0:00 /0:18 1× Once again, it is here (soon)! Word Backup Day. One day, we try to raise awareness of having a working backup that will prevent data loss caused b…
- [UniFi 5G Max outdoor - ISP failover via GSM](https://www.blackvoid.club/unifi-5g-max-outdoor-isp-failover-via-gsm.md) - Two years ago, a significant milestone was achieved with the deployment of 10G LAN and WAN equipment. This upgrade has greatly enhanced the self-hosting experience for all visitors to this site and has improved the performance of the services running behind it. UniFi 10G LAN & WAN upgradeHow to get…
- [Synology BeeCamera Mobile - turn your BeeStation Plus into an NVR](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beecamera-mobile-turn-your-beestation-plus-into-an-nvr.md) - 💡UPDATE: 01/04/2026 - Synology officially rolled out the BeeCamera service as a "private smart home monitoring" solution April 1, 2026 — Synology today announced a new privacy-first home monitoring experience for BeeStation Plus, enabling users to monitor home and work-spaces using Synology Camera…
- [Synology BSM 1.5-65904 with new BeeCamera Mobile support](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bsm-1-5-65904-with-new-beecamera-mobile-support.md) - Synology maintains its quarterly release cycle of four to five months for the BSM OS, which powers both the BeeStation 4TB and the new BeeStation Plus (8TB) models. Synology Beestation Plus reviewThe latest #Synology #BeeStationPlus is here! More storage, more speed, and now with #AI assisted photo…
- [Nuvon - a Synology-powered file storage and sync cloud service](https://www.blackvoid.club/nuvon-a-synology-powered-file-storage-and-sync-cloud-service.md) - 💡DISCLAIMER: In the interest of full disclosure, all of the opinions you are about to read are my own, nobody is paying for this review, and nobody has reviewed or approved this content before it was posted. Self-hosting has gained significant importance in recent years, giving the impression of a…
- [Bitwarden Lite - official self-hosted single Docker container deployment](https://www.blackvoid.club/bitwarden-lite-official-self-hosted-single-docker-container-deployment.md) - As a user of the Bitwarden platform for the past seven years, I can confidently assert that it is my preferred password management solution. While I utilize the VaultWarden version, which is fully compatible with all extensions, as well as desktop and mobile applications, I continue to subscribe an…
- [ShellNGN v5 - refreshed web-based SSH client platform](https://www.blackvoid.club/shellngn-v5-refreshed-web-based-ssh-client-platform.md) - 🚨DISCLAIMER: In the interest of full disclosure, this app has been bought with my own funds, all of the opinions you are about to read are my own, nobody is paying for this review, and nobody has reviewed or approved this content before it was posted. A few years ago, I discovered ShellNGN, an exc…
- [Synology BC800Z review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bc800z-review.md) - Surveillance has always been a specialized segment of Synology's business. It began with their Surveillance Station software, initially available on NAS models—and still is—as well as on dedicated DVA devices, thereby expanding the scope of possibilities. In recent years, starting in 2022, Synology…
- [Synology Bee products powered by Acronis True Image Essential](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bee-products-powered-by-acronis-true-image-essential.md) - For those unfamiliar with Synology's SOHO Bee lineup, the BeeDrive and BeeStation are recent additions to the company's product range, designed to serve small teams, individual users, and mobile professionals. Synology Beestation Plus reviewThe latest #Synology #BeeStationPlus is here! More storage…
- [Synology Note Station Client 3.0](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-note-station-client-3-0.md) - For many users, especially newcomers, Synology is primarily associated with data backup. While this is true, it’s also important to recognize that their DiskStation Manager (DSM) OS serves as a platform for a wide range of specialized applications, including backup, surveillance, and productivity t…
- [Synology AI Console 1.2](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ai-console-1-2.md) - In April, Synology announced and launched its highly anticipated AI solution for DSM-compatible NAS models. Although it was released later than expected, this delay now appears intentional, as Synology aimed to develop a centralized AI management platform rather than integrating third-party LLM sup…
- [TIDARR - self-hosted TIDAL download manager](https://www.blackvoid.club/tidarr-self-hosted-tidal-download-manager.md) - 💡UPDATE: 19/12/2025 - New OIDC support has been implemented with version 1.1. Docker compose has been updated with changes Streaming various types of content has become the standard practice today. Whether it's TV shows, movies, music, videos, or other digital media, there are abundant options ava…
- [Synology at the 2025 GITEX expo](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-at-the-2025-gitex-expo.md) - Alongside Synology's Solution Day expo that is currently still underway on a global scale, the company has also participated in this year's GITEX Global event held in Dubai. Synology Solution Day 2025 - an in-depth overviewNew data protection and storage solutions, with an all-new surveillance plat…
- [NEW x26 Synology model lineup](https://www.blackvoid.club/new-x26-synology-model-lineup.md) - 💡NOTE: This article will contain upcoming information on new devices (and the rest of the hardware) that Synology will release by the end of the year and well into 2026. As in previous years, the second half of the year tends to bring new potential devices, either arriving on the scene or at least…
- [Synology BSM 1.4-65825 beta is here](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bsm-1-4-65825-beta-is-here.md) - 🆕UPDATE - 13/11/2025 - the BSM 1.4 OS is out of beta with the official release under the version 1.4-65831. No changes in the release notes since the beta version. This week was a major event in the Synology world with the release of DSM 7.3. The fact that the new HCL 5.0 policy once again unlocke…
- [DSM 7.3-81180 & 7.3.2-86009](https://www.blackvoid.club/dsm-7-3-81180.md) - 🚨UPDATE: 30/01/2026 - a new 7.3.2-86009 Update 1 has arrived covering single CVE security fix. This update has been flagged as important! Version: 7.3.2-86009 Update 1 - Important Update (2026-01-29) Important notes 1. Your Synology NAS may not notify you of this DSM update because of the followin…
- [Synology Tiering - storage resource optimization](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-tiering-storage-resource-optimization.md) - 🚨UPDATE: 31/10/2025 - added up-to-date info in regards to hot and cold tier model compatibility One new major feature that arrived with DSM 7.3 is Synology Tiering. A storage optimization feature that is fully automated based on custom tiering plans set by the administrators. DSM 7.3-81180New #Syn…
- [Synology Solution Day 2025 - an in-depth overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-solution-day-2025-an-in-depth-overview.md) - Just last week, on the 17th of September, Synology kicked off its annual Solution Day expo in Taiwan, which will last until October 30th, visiting more than twenty locations around the globe. Synology Solution Day 2025During its annual Solution Day, #Synology will showcase its innovation, growth, a…
- [Beelink ME mini - The next Twin Lake PLEX server](https://www.blackvoid.club/beelink-me-mini-the-next-twin-lake-plex-server.md) - While this site is a dedicated Synology site, from time to time, we still write about other things, like Docker, or in this case, Plex. If you were ever at least a little bit involved in any local media streaming, you certainly heard of the Plex platform. For many, myself included, Plex is the go-t…
- [Unlocking PLEX HW transcoding on X25 Synology models](https://www.blackvoid.club/unlocking-plex-hw-transcoding-on-x25-synology-models.md) - ✨UPDATE: 15/07/2026 - added a URL to a community package repository compatible with DSM 7.4 toolkit under the x25 module (v4) - July 2026 section below✨UPDATE: 22/04/2026 - added a URL to a community package repository administered by Dave Russell, aka 007revad, that will allow for an easy one clic…
- [Synology DS225+ review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds225-review.md) - : Intro Back in April, Synology kicked off the year with a refresh of its popular 4‑bay model, the DS925+. Eight models later, the lineup finishes with the smallest entry by drive count: the new DS225+. Despite its compact size, the DS225+ delivers a lot out of the box and can do even more with opt…
- [Synology Solution Day 2025](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-solution-day-2025.md) - As with every year, the time has come for the next installment of Synology Solution Day 2025! This year's event is particularly significant for the company as it marks the 25th anniversary of Synology's business. Additionally, it represents their official entry into the Tier 1 market with several n…
- [Synology HAT3320 Plus series NAS drives](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-hat3320-plus-series-nas-drives.md) - With summer in full swing, Synology has, for the moment, completed its X25 NAS rollout. Over the past few months, a total of eight new "plus" models have been refreshed, although few significant upgrades have been made. All models have had their outdated 1GbE LAN interfaces upgraded to 2.5GbE. Howe…
- [Synology Calendar 3.0](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-calendar-3-0.md) - During June of 2025, Synology started releasing beta versions of their popular office and productivity apps in preparation for the Q4 official release. Synology AI Console#Synology #AIConsole beta is here. A new management tool for 3rd party AI tool integration into MailPlus and Office packages.BLA…
- [Synology Beestation Plus review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beestation-plus-review.md) - A year and a half ago, Synology introduced the original 4TB Beestation model, just six months after the successful launch of their DAS BeeDrive. The Bee series of devices was a surprising shift for a company known for larger NAS devices and enterprise solutions over the past five years. Nonetheless…
- [Synology BeeDrive Deep Search](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beedrive-deep-search.md) - 💡UPDATE: 28/10/2025: Officially, BeeDrive 2.0.1-20194 has been released, ending the beta. Version: 2.0.1-20194 (2025-10-28) Supports Deep Search, an AI search engine that runs entirely on the computer to find your BeeDrive documents and images using natural language. For details, check out the sof…
- [Synology DS225+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds225-overview.md) - Last month, Synology began rolling out several X25 models as part of its refresh campaign. Most of these were unveiled during this year's Computex 2025, featuring models like the DS725+ and DS925+, which are equipped with AMD CPUs. However, some models continue to utilize the Intel Celeron J4125 pr…
- [Synology Office 3.7.0 beta with AI support is out now](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-office-3-7-0-beta-with-ai-support-is-out-now.md) - Following this year's Computex 2025 expo when Synology also announced some new productivity apps, namely ChatPlus and Meet, this week we got a chance to test out their long-announced AI integration with the very popular Synology Office suite. Synology at Computex 2025The 2025 Computex is soon here…
- [Pocket ID - passkey OIDC provider](https://www.blackvoid.club/pocket-id-passkey-oidc-provider.md) - It's been a while since I explored passwordless or single-factor authentication methods, especially in the context of Synology's DSM OS. Although the Secure SignIn platform has been available for some time (introduced with DSM 7), I haven't utilized it due to its limitation to just DSM. DSM 7 - Syn…
- [Synology Office Suite meets AI](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-office-suite-meets-ai.md) - Synology, a company often characterized by its delayed adoption of innovations in both hardware and software, is similarly behind in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its offerings. Despite the transformative impact of large language models (LLMs) on our daily lives, jobs, and creative…
- [Synology's BeeDrive AI Search Engine announcement](https://www.blackvoid.club/synologys-beedrive-ai-search-engine-announcement.md) - 🚨UPDATE: 05/06/2025 - the BeeDrive Deep Search beta for macOS is now live with the following release notes below. There is a specific system specification requirement, so be sure to use the BeeDrive with a compatible Mac computer! Release Notes What’s new macOS * Supports Deep Search, an AI search…
- [Synology DS925+ review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds925-review.md) - : Intro Just as April was coming to a close, Synology decided to release its very first X25 model this year. Similar to the 2023 rollout, this time we also got the very popular 4-bay model out first, the DS925+. Synology DS925+ overviewThe new #Synology DS925+ has arrived with a slight upgrade to t…
- [Synology PAS7700 overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-pas7700-overview.md) - While many new Synology products were announced, refreshed, and showcased at this year's Computex expo, the highlight of this 3-day event is undoubtedly Synology's latest and greatest storage system, the PAS7700. "PAS7700 is the culmination of Synology’s 25 years of engineering experience in data m…
- [Synology C2 Surveillance announcement](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-c2-surveillance-announcement.md) - At this week's Computex 2025 expo, Synology showcased an array of new hardware, including both updated existing models and entirely new ones. From Tier 1 active-active enterprise-grade systems to the latest X25 DS NAS models, Synology also highlighted its cloud products and services. Synology at Co…
- [Synology DP7200 overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dp7200-overview.md) - During Computex 2024, Synology showcased its new backup appliance, ActiveProtect, for the first time. By the end of that year and into the first half of 2025, the company released a total of three models. Synology DP7400 reviewThe NEW #Synology #DataProtection lineup is here with #DP7400 as their c…
- [Synology FS200T overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-fs200t-overview.md) - At the opening day of the 2025 Computex Expo, which began today, Synology unveiled a lineup of upcoming new devices, models from existing series, and some brand-new products. Synology at Computex 2025The 2025 Computex is soon here and #Synology will be there to present new hardware, software, and s…
- [Synology RS2825RP+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-rs2825rp-overview.md) - The DS1825+ serves as a successor to the DS1821+ introduced four years prior, and similarly, the new RS2825RP+ follows the RS2821RP+. Part of the H1 2025 refresh, the 16-bay RS2825RP+ (with "RP" indicating redundant power) is the first rack-mounted 3U model to join the existing X25 lineup. Synology…
- [Synology DS425+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds425-overview.md) - The month of May has been very dynamic in terms of the rollout of the new X25 NAS devices. This week alone, Synology has released three updated models on top of the previous three in the past thirty days. Synology DS925+ overviewThe new #Synology DS925+ has arrived with a slight upgrade to the prev…
- [Synology DS725+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds725-overview.md) - Exactly two weeks after the APAC release of the new five- and eight-bay models, Synology is releasing three more updated devices today. Synology DS925+ overviewThe new #Synology DS925+ has arrived with a slight upgrade to the previous generation as a popular AMD 4-bay #NAS model that offers a lotBL…
- [Synology BeeStation Plus overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beestation-plus-overview.md) - It's already been a year and a half since the first BeeStation announcement, and today we find ourselves eagerly awaiting its successor, the BeeStation Plus. The new Plus model, with the model number BST170-8T, looks identical on the outside but offers several specification upgrades. These enhancem…
- [Synology at Computex 2025](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-at-computex-2025.md) - The time has come for this year's Computex also known as Taipei International Information Technology Show. One of the largest tech shows in the world is held annually in Taipei, Taiwan, hometown of Synology. While we can be sure that this year most exhibits will be AI-driven, Synology on the other…
- [Synology BSM 1.3-65644](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bsm-1-3-65644.md) - Today Synology released the latest version of their latest BeeStation operating system, the BSM 1.3. 💡UPDATE: 20/05/2025 - a new version 1.3-65645 is out today in parallel with the official rollout of the new BeeStation Plus model. It covers only some minor changes listed below (2025-05-16) Fixed…
- [Synology DS1525+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds1525-overview.md) - Not two weeks ago, Synology started to release their new X25 series of NAS models starting with the new DS925+ (4-bay version). Synology DS925+ overviewThe new #Synology DS925+ has arrived with a slight upgrade to the previous generation as a popular AMD 4-bay #NAS model that offers a lotBLACKVOID.…
- [Synology DS1825+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds1825-overview.md) - The rollout of the new X25 models is ongoing. A few weeks ago, we saw the release of the latest version of the 4-bay NAS, the DS925+. Today, we have two more popular models: the DS1525+, a 5-bay model with 10G capability, and the new powerhouse, the DS1825+, the 8-bay version. Synology DS925+ overv…
- [Synology DS925+ overview](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds925-overview.md) - 💡UPDATE: 07/05/2025: the new 5-bay DS1525+ and 8-bay DS1825+ models have been released today.Synology DS1525+ overviewThe new #Synology DS1525+ has arrived as an ideal starting point for those seeking enhanced on-device power and increased network throughputBLACKVOID.CLUBLuka ManestarSynology DS18…
- [What does Synology's future look like - 2025 changes and beyond?](https://www.blackvoid.club/what-does-synologys-future-look-like-2025-changes-and-beyond.md) - Due to recent upcoming changes and announcements, a lot of talk and comments were posted online in the past week. A similar article to this one, I wrote about three years ago on the same topic that had its origin back in 2021. What does Synology’s future look like?How do you see Synology in 5 years…
- [New 2025 Synology disk compatibility policy](https://www.blackvoid.club/new-2025-synology-disk-compatibility-policy.md) - 🚨UPDATE 22/04/2025 - NAScompares.com has got some clarification on the matter of the new compatibility policy. Full reply posted below: "Synology’s storage systems have been transitioning to a more appliance-like business model. Starting with the 25-series, DSM will implement a new HDD compatibili…
- [Synology AI Console](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ai-console.md) - 💡UPDATE: 28.08.2025. - The upcoming new version of the AI Console 1.2 will bring new features like connecting to the on-prem OpenAI compatible API, no limit for de-identification memory, and support for the new GPT-5 models. As of yesterday, Synology has rolled out several new beta packages. Mainl…
- [Synology BeeFiles 1.3 & BeePhotos 2.2 mobile apps are here](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beefiles-1-3-beephotos-2-2-mobile-apps-are-here.md) - While we are awaiting new Synology DSM updates and patches, here are some quick updates on the upcoming new mobile versions of the BeeStation's apps, the BeeFiles 1.3 and BeePhotos 2.2. BeeFiles Mobile App 1.3.0 Release Notes What’s new iOS & Android 1. Added support to configure BeeStation system…
- [World Backup Day 2025](https://www.blackvoid.club/world-backup-day-2025.md) - It always surprises me how time flies quickly when people get caught up in their everyday tasks, obligations, and just life in general. Because of that, we generate a huge amount of digital data thanks to technology and ease of use. It is also the reason why getting unauthorized access to that same…
- [Synology DS725+ & DS925+ announcement](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-ds725-ds925-announcement.md) - On March 13th, we had an interesting announcement from Synology that was somewhat unexpected. Images from an apparent Synology event presenting upcoming 2025 models started showing up on various web sites. Now, whether this was planned or not remains uncertain, but one thing is for sure: It's out t…
- [Synology DP320 review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dp320-review.md) - Last year, the rollout of new products was less abundant compared to previous years, primarily because Synology was deeply focused on preparing for 2025. Aside from the Bee series, 2024 was marked by significant DataProtection announcements, culminating in a Christmas Eve rollout of the new lineup…
- [Synology Office Suite API](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-office-suite-api.md) - In anticipation of new Synology products for 2025, as well as their already announced changes to the Synology Office Suite (mainly the integration of AI tools) it seems that the company has decided to provide their users and customers with a free REST API for their Synology Office line of products.…
- [Container Manager 24.0.2-1535](https://www.blackvoid.club/container-manager-24-0-2-1535.md) - 🚨NOTE: 06/03/2025 - Some users are reporting that with this version of CM update the user interface is not working as intended. Some are reporting that the complete web interface freezes. While Docker engine and the containers under it, do work as intended, the UI is unstable. One way to try and m…
- [Synology 2024 retrospective](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-2024-retrospective.md) - Unlike 2023, this past year was not so product-rich, but it did introduce some interesting new devices that are both new for Synology, as well as an evolution of their existing models and services. Synology 2023 retrospectiveRead up on all the main Synology milestones in this past 2023. From HAT330…
- [Synology BeeStation Plus](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beestation-plus.md) - 💡UPDATE: 08/05/2025 - New BSM 1.3 is out today that also introduces the new upcoming BeeStation Plus model that will have also PLEX media server support Version: 1.3-65644 08-05-2025 BeeStation OS 1.3 This version includes the following applications: * BeeFiles 1.3.0-10921 * BeePhotos 1.3.0-10110…
- [Synology BeeStation for Desktop 1.3](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beestation-for-desktop-1-3.md) - With the start of the new year, Synology is rolling out new software updates for their Bee lineup, including the BeeDrive and BeeStation. The BeeStation's OS, BSM, is currently in the 1.2 beta version, coming with a brand new BeeProtect cloud-backup platform for the BeeStation device. However, alon…
- [Synology ActiveProtect Manager review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-activeprotect-manager-review.md) - While this is a standalone article on the topic of the new Synology ActiveProtect Manager operating system, in case you have missed the hardware and installation part of the DP7400 backup appliance that this OS is driving, be sure to check out the review here. Synology DP7400 reviewThe NEW #Synolog…
- [Synology DP7400 review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-dp7400-review.md) - Back in June of this year, Synology presented a new line of products during the Computex expo, known as Data Protection. Specifically, one of the first models from this line was the DP7400 model. A 12-bay AMD EPYC pure backup appliance running the newest and latest custom Synology OS called APM, Ac…
- [Synology BSM 1.2-65586](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bsm-1-2-beta.md) - 💡UPDATE: 15/01/2025 - Synology released BSM 1.2-65586 today with no changes to the features and fixes introduced in the beta version. However, the BeeProtect 1-month free period has been extended for an additional 3 months for anyone who signed up for it during the beta. It looks like Synology wan…
- [Synology BLACK Friday 2024 Giveaway!](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-black-friday-2024-giveaway.md) - 💡ANNOUNCEMENT 24/12/2024: - With all the entries now closed, we have a winner! Congratulations to "Tino" for being our lucky winner! Thanks to everyone who participated and best of luck in the next giveaway! 0:00 /0:16 1× While this year was less exciting in terms of refreshed models by Synology,…
- [Synology BeeStation as a HyperBackup destination](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beestation-as-a-hyperbackup-destination.md) - Since its rollout, the BeeStation has had a decent acceptance rate, but the main reason users have an issue with this device is its limiting functionality. To be fair, the BeeStation was always designed as a sync, backup, and share device with a turn-key principle in mind. Synology BeeStation revie…
- [Synology BSM or DSM?](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bsm-or-dsm.md) - This year was quiet for Synology in terms of new and refreshed devices, routers, and NAS alike. There are several reasons for this. First, 2024 is not the year for updates as most new and refreshed models came out last year or at the end of 2022. Of course, this is not true for the whole lineup, bu…
- [Is the new Synology Beestation coming soon?](https://www.blackvoid.club/new-synology-beestation-on-the-horizon.md) - A few days back on Synology's archive site there was a new BSM package under the name BSM_BST170-8T_65371. Shortly after Synology removed the PAT file and I was not quick enough to download it and inspect it as last time to try and decipher a bit more about this new potential model. BSM 1.0 - New S…
- [Synology BSM 1.1 beta](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-bsm-1-1-beta.md) - 💡UPDATE: 05/11/2024 - BSM 1.1-65374 has been released following the #PWN2OWN 2024 event and detected exploits. Version: 1.1-65374 (2024-11-05) Important Note 1. Fixed security vulnerabilities Synology-SA-24:23 BeeStation (PWN2OWN 2024). Notes: * This version is released in a staged rollout. 💡UPDA…
- [Synology Extended Warranty Plus & Advanced RMA](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-extended-warranty-plus-advanced-rma.md) - Buying an appliance device of any kind, let alone a NAS that holds millions of personal or business files is expected to last for a long time and to arrive with a certain warranty period. Most Synology devices come with a factory warranty of up to two (2) years or three (3) if the device is from a…
- [DSM 7.2.2-72806 update](https://www.blackvoid.club/dsm-7-2-2-72803-update.md) - 💡UPDATE: 24/07/2025 - Synology has published a new 7.2.2-72806 Update 4 available today! Version: 7.2.2-72806 Update 4 (2025-07-24) Important notes 1. Your Synology NAS may not notify you of this DSM update because of the following reasons. If you want to update your DSM to this version now, pleas…
- [Synology C2 Backup for Business - backup on-prem devices and SaaS platforms](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-c2-backup-for-business-backup-on-prem-devices-and-saas-platforms.md) - Table of Content : Introduction : General information & price : On-premise features : Cloud features : Conclusion : Introduction The "introduction" might set the wrong tone about Synology C2 Backup for Business platform, considering that it was introduced three years ago along with C2 Backup (the n…
- [Synology Store - 2024 stock and offers](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-store-2024-stock-and-offers.md) - In case it has gone unnoticed, at the beginning of 2023, Synology officially opened its very own (web) Synology Store. Synology Store - now open!Today #Synology has opened its official Synology Store! A easy way to buy routers, add-in cards, memory and more. Free shipping over 200 ($/€)!BlackvoidLu…
- [Complete Synology NAS system 1 year later - RS2423+ with HAT3300 HDDs](https://www.blackvoid.club/complete-synology-nas-system-1-year-later-rs2423-with-hat3300-hdds.md) - Life cycle management is an essential part of any eco-system including an IT-oriented one. Back in 2019, I started to build upon my existing Synology system for my personal needs comprised of brand new models, as well as some large 5-year-old RS models, like a couple of the RS3614xs+. Last year I d…
- [Synology CC400W camera review](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-cc400w-camera-review.md) - Table of Contents If you happened to have been in India or Vietnam during Synology's Solution Day back in November of 2023, you probably spotted the elusive new, upcoming Synology surveillance camera, the CC400W. :: Specifications :: Packaging :: Installation and hardware setup :: Configuration wit…
- [DSM 7.2.2 update announcement](https://www.blackvoid.club/dsm-7-2-2-update-announcement.md) - 💡UPDATE: 26/08/2024 - Update 7.2.2-72803 has been released today, more into in the article. The last DSM 7.2 update was 7.2.1 back in September of 2023. In the meantime, five incremental updates have arrived. DSM 7.2.1-69057New Synology DSM 7.2.1 OS is our with some small changes to the system and…
- [Synology C2 Surveillance Station](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-c2-surveillance-station.md) - Summertime is usually a downtime period for many businesses, the same with Synology. That doesn't mean that they are not working on new products, services, and platforms. Following their Computex expo in Taiwan last month, the company has announced many new products for the upcoming period (some wi…
- [Synology C2 Backup for Surveillance](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-c2-backup-for-surveillance.md) - At this year's Computex expo, Synology has presented more than a few products, including the new upcoming Data Protect devices with a brand new ActiveProtect Manager, as well as the new GridStation lineup. NEW Synology Data Protection models and ActiveProtect ManagerBrand new prepopulated devices f…
- [NEW Synology Data Protection models and ActiveProtect Manager](https://www.blackvoid.club/new-synology-data-protection-models-and-activeprotect-manager.md) - 💡UPDATE: 05.06.2024 - Added FAQ section on the bottom provided by Synology team on the topic of APM and DP Following the latest reveal during this year's Computex expo in Taiwan, Synology has presented several new upcoming products as well as new platforms and services. One of the biggest news was…
- [Synology Solution Exhibition 2024](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-solution-exhibition-2024.md) - Next week, Synology will attend the Computex expo in Taipei to present their new upcoming products and services. We can expect business-oriented and large-scale products as well as some new C2-driven cloud services. NEW Synology Data Protection models and ActiveProtect ManagerBrand new prepopulated…
- [NEW x25 Synology model lineup](https://www.blackvoid.club/new-x25-synology-model-lineup.md) - 🚨NOTE: This article will contain upcoming new information on some popular devices (and the rest of the hardware) that Synology will release by the end of the year and well into 2025. Time sure flies fast, and considering that we are already in May of 2024, it is only a matter of time before the ne…
- [Which Synology NAS model is right for you?](https://www.blackvoid.club/which-synology-nas-model-is-right-for-you.md) - This is probably one main burning question for anyone looking to jump down the NAS rabbit hole. With the changes happening on the commercial cloud side of things and streaming platforms, it is no wonder that users are moving away from publicly hosted services. It is not just the price hikes but als…
- [dasKeyboard MacTigr - mechanical keyboard for Mac users](https://www.blackvoid.club/daskeyboard-mactigr-mechanical-keyboard-for-mac-users.md) - Writing a blog and writing in general does have its toll. But, with a good enough keyboard, it is much easier, faster, and comfortable. This is the reason, why I have started using mechanical keyboards by dasKeyboard since 2019. My very first one was the 4 PRO model, and I love it, I do. Time to go…
- [Synology Chat - self-hosted and private chat platform](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-chat-self-hosted-and-private-chat-platform.md) - Since this blog started there were many articles on Synology apps, but never one about their Chat platform. Why that is and is this the right platform for you, keep reading. : Intro When we hear someone mentioning a chat platform each of us has at least one brand that pops into our mind. Be it What…
- [Synology CloudSync & C2 Object Storage](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-cloudsync-c2-object-storage.md) - One of the oldest sync tools in Synology's DSM is by far Cloud Sync. Unlike the Synology Drive Server that offers personal device (desktop and mobile) backup and sync options (Dropbox, Google Drive, and One Drive alternative), Cloud Sync focuses exclusively on maintaining data synchronization with…
- [World Backup Day 2024](https://www.blackvoid.club/world-backup-day-2024.md) - New year, new World Backup Day. From an IT perspective as well as Synology's, WBD would be the single most important awareness day when we talk about safeguarding user and business data. While backup is important, so is the safety and security of the systems providing that same backup and platforms…
- [UniFi 10G LAN & WAN upgrade](https://www.blackvoid.club/unifi-10g-lan-wan-upgrade.md) - A few years ago, my family moved into a new house. That brought several opportunities including having a garage and underground space that could house many things, like a 42U rack for example. Ever since there were (and still are) several Synology devices with 10G capabilities, there was a need to…
- [Synology CC400W WiFi camera announcement](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-cc400w-wifi-camera-announcement.md) - Back in November of 2023, during the Synology Solution Day event, the company started showing their upcoming new WiFi-only camera, the CC400W. Synology CC400W Wi-Fi cameraA new Wifi camera by Synology is coming soon. The CC400W model will join the growing lineup of branded models compatible with Su…
- [How to run Synology DSM via Docker?](https://www.blackvoid.club/how-to-run-synology-dsm-via-docker.md) - Synology introduced Docker support back in May 2015. It was the start of a brand new era for Synology NAS users. This was when DSM was in its fifth major version. Soon after the proprietary Docker package included a DSM option inside it, allowing the users to run one additional instance of DSM free…
- [Should I get a Synology NAS in 2024?](https://www.blackvoid.club/should-i-get-a-synology-nas-in-2024.md) - While the title of this article could be considered an opening question, for the moment, let's start with a different one. When was the last time you bought a phone? Maybe not a phone, maybe a tablet or a computer? Any of those devices are almost mandatory in today's way of living and functioning w…
- [Synology Drive 3.5 new upcoming features](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-drive-3-5-new-upcoming-features.md) - Synology Drive is one of the most important packages in Synology's portfolio, so the upcoming 3.5 version and its focus on the mobile client side show their commitment to bringing more new features and elevating the user experience. With an update on the DSM Synology Drive Server side, as well as t…
- [Synology BeeStation review- your own cloud in minutes](https://www.blackvoid.club/synology-beestation-review-your-own-cloud-in-minutes.md) - Table of Contents : BeeStation - personal cloud for the mainstream users * :: Specifications * :: Packaging and design * :: BeeStation vs "J" and "value" models * :: BeeStation vs other "personal cloud" solutions : Configuration and setup * :: System settings : BSM, BeeFile, and BeePhotos * :: BeeF…
- [Rallly - self-hosted meeting schedule platform](https://www.blackvoid.club/rallly-self-hosted-meeting-schedule-platform.md) - Ever needed to get together with someone, schedule a meeting, or a support call but not sure if the next person will be or is available at some point in time? Yeah, we've all been there. In a corporate environment, many platforms offer that kind of functionality. Exchange, O365, and the like, but f…

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