Synology DP7200 Boosts Scalable, Secure Data Protection
Synology Expands ActiveProtect Lineup with DP7200 for Secure, Scalable Data Protection
Synology has introduced the DP7200, the latest addition to its ActiveProtect lineup, designed to enhance data protection, scalability, and security for modern enterprise environments. This new device reflects Synology’s unified vision for data resilience, encompassing on-premise storage, integrated backup workflows, and hybrid cloud flexibility.
As businesses increasingly navigate complex digital landscapes, including hybrid work, regulatory compliance, and rising cyber threats, the DP7200 offers a powerful yet versatile platform. It provides enterprises with a unified foundation for centralized backup, efficient recovery, and long-term data governance.
DP7200: A Platform Built for Enterprise-Grade Protection
The Synology DP7200 integrates deep storage capabilities with ActiveProtect’s advanced data protection suite, giving organizations a cohesive solution that supports:
High-performance storage workloads
Scalable capacity expansions
Robust data protection and recovery workflows
Hybrid cloud integration and long-term retention
This combination allows IT teams to support demanding workloads while safeguarding critical data across environments.
Key Features of the Synology DP7200
1. Unified Data Protection Foundation
The DP7200 builds on Synology’s ActiveProtect framework, an ecosystem of software and tools designed to enhance backup reliability, monitoring visibility, and recovery success. This unified approach helps eliminate fragmented data protection architectures that often plague enterprise IT teams.
2. Scalable Hardware Architecture
Engineered to handle large datasets and growing storage demands, the DP7200 supports multiple storage tiers and expansion options. This makes it easier for organizations to:
Scale capacity without service disruption
Balance performance with cost
Support hybrid workflows combining local and cloud backups
Such adaptability is critical for businesses that need both immediate performance and long-term scalability.
3. Integrated ActiveProtect Tools
When paired with Synology’s ActiveProtect software suite, the DP7200 becomes an end-to-end platform for backup, snapshots, replication, and monitoring. Key components include:
Snapshot Replication: Enable point-in-time recovery to safeguard against data corruption or ransomware.
Active Backup for Business: Centralizes backup tasks for servers, workstations, virtual machines, and cloud applications.
Continuous Monitoring: Detects anomalies, job failures, and risk indicators in real time.
Together, these tools support fast recovery and maintain business continuity with minimal administrative overhead.
4. Hybrid Cloud Integration
The DP7200 is built to work seamlessly with Synology C2 and other cloud services, allowing organizations to extend their protection strategy:
Offsite backup and replication for disaster resilience
Tiered storage policies to balance cost and performance
Global accessibility for distributed teams
By enabling hybrid architectures, the DP7200 ensures data remains protected and accessible regardless of where workloads reside.
5. Secure, Compliance-Ready Framework
Security and compliance are core requirements in enterprise environments. The DP7200 supports strong access controls, encryption standards, authentication policies, and audit-ready reporting—helping businesses maintain compliance with regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO. These safeguards are essential for industries handling sensitive or regulated data.
Why DP7200 Matters for Enterprise IT
As organizations scale their digital capabilities, storage and data protection solutions must adapt accordingly. The DP7200 delivers several key advantages for IT leadership:
Improved Operational Resilience
A unified protection platform reduces dependencies on multiple backup tools, making incident recovery faster and more predictable.
Lower Administrative Burden
Integrated dashboards and consistent workflows help IT teams manage storage and backups without excessive manual intervention.
Support for Diverse Workloads
Whether running virtual machines, file services, or hybrid cloud storage, the DP7200 supports a wide range of enterprise applications.
Cost-Effective Scalability
By enabling flexible growth paths, local expansions, and cloud tiering, organizations can optimize costs while scaling storage capacity.
How Epis Technology Enhances DP7200 Deployments
While the Synology DP7200 provides a strong hardware and software foundation, enterprises often benefit from expert implementation and optimization to unlock its full potential. Epis Technology specializes in designing and deploying tailored data protection architectures using Synology platforms. The team begins by assessing your current storage environment, performance needs, regulatory requirements, and backup priorities. Based on this assessment, Epis Technology configures optimized RAID layouts, automated snapshot policies, centralized monitoring dashboards, and hybrid cloud integrations with Synology C2 or other cloud providers.
Additionally, Epis Technology implements advanced security configurations, including identity and access management, encryption policies, and compliance workflows, ensuring your data protection landscape is robust and audit-ready. With ongoing performance tuning, proactive monitoring, and disaster recovery planning, Epis Technology ensures that your DP7200 deployment remains resilient and aligned with long-term business continuity goals.
Best Practices for Modern Data Protection
To make the most of the DP7200 platform, organizations should adopt several best practices:
1. Tiered Backup Strategy
Combine local backups with offsite replication to guard against localized failures and ransomware.
2. Regular Recovery Testing
Schedule periodic restore tests to verify that backups are viable and recovery objectives can be met.
3. Proactive Monitoring
Use ActiveProtect’s dashboard and alerts to detect issues before they escalate into incidents.
4. Secure Configuration
Apply robust access controls, encrypted transports, and regular patching to protect data from external and internal threats.
5. Compliance-Driven Policies
Define retention and audit policies to meet regulatory requirements across industries.
A Unified Approach to Data Protection
The Synology DP7200 marks a significant step forward in unified, scalable, and secure data protection, equipping enterprises with tools to manage complex storage demands while minimizing risk. By integrating hardware strength with ActiveProtect’s software suite and cloud capabilities, organizations can build resilient systems that support growth, security, and continuity.
Supported by expert partners like Epis Technology, enterprises can ensure that their investment in Synology infrastructure delivers maximum value and protection across all critical data workloads.
About Epis Technology
Epis Technology provides enterprise IT infrastructure, Synology consulting, and cloud data protection solutions for organizations of all sizes. The company specializes in Synology NAS deployments, hybrid cloud integration, Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace backups, ransomware resilience planning, and compliance-focused architecture design. Through expert configuration, performance optimization, and continuous monitoring, Epis Technology ensures your data environment remains secure, scalable, and aligned with your business continuity and compliance objectives, helping you protect critical data while maintaining high availability and operational efficiency.