Synology DS925+ & DX525 Expand Storage With Ease
Synology Announces DiskStation DS925+ and DX525 Expansion Unit for Scalable Business Storage
Synology has expanded its DiskStation lineup with two significant additions: the DiskStation DS925+ and the DX525 Expansion Unit, offering businesses enhanced flexibility, performance, and scalable storage capacity. Designed to support the growing demands of modern IT environments, these solutions give small and mid-sized organizations the power to streamline storage, enhance backup workflows, and strengthen data protection strategies.
The combination of the DS925+ and the DX525 empowers IT teams to build scalable, resilient storage that adapts to changing organizational needs, whether supporting centralized file sharing, hybrid cloud integration, or unified backup strategies.
Introducing the DiskStation DS925+: Performance and Flexibility in One Package
The Synology DS925+ is a 4-bay NAS system that strikes a balance between performance, efficiency, and expandability. Built for businesses that need dependable storage without excessive complexity, the DS925+ delivers:
Powerful Performance for Core Workloads
The DS925+ features a responsive processor and scalable memory, making it capable of handling diverse workloads such as:
File sharing and synchronized collaboration
Centralized backup repositories
Light virtualization storage
Media serving and digital asset management
This balanced performance makes the DS925+ an ideal choice for IT teams that require dependable throughput and consistent responsiveness across daily operations.
Flexible Storage With SSD Caching
The DS925+ supports both large hard drives and NVMe SSDs, enabling IT teams to configure hybrid storage tiers tailored to performance needs. NVMe SSD caching accelerates access to frequently used data, reducing latency and improving overall system responsiveness. This hybrid approach allows businesses to optimize storage performance without purely relying on expensive all-SSD deployments.
Efficient Resource Management
With Synology’s DiskStation Manager (DSM), IT administrators benefit from intuitive, centralized management. DSM delivers advanced tools for data indexing, resource monitoring, and access control while simplifying tasks like provisioning storage, setting up user permissions, and configuring backups.
Expand Capacity Seamlessly with the DX525 Expansion Unit
For organizations requiring more than the native capacity of the DS925+, the DX525 Expansion Unit offers a smooth path to scale. This 5-bay expansion chassis connects directly to the DS925+, presenting expanded storage without the need for separate management interfaces.
Key Benefits of the DX525 Include:
Straightforward expansion: Add up to five additional drives to grow total capacity.
Unified management: All drives show up in DSM as part of one managed pool.
Flexible drive configurations: Mix HDDs and SSDs to balance cost and performance.
Increased growth potential: Expand storage while preserving existing data structures and workflows.
This modular design gives IT leaders the confidence to plan for future requirements without upfront over-investment.
Advanced Software Tools for Protection and Continuity
The value of the DS925+ and DX525 extends well beyond raw capacity. When paired with Synology’s ecosystem of software, these storage systems become powerful enablers of business continuity and data protection:
Snapshot Replication
Captures frequent, point-in-time snapshots to protect critical data against accidental deletion or ransomware. IT teams can restore affected files or entire volumes quickly.
Active Backup for Business
A comprehensive backup solution that covers servers, endpoints, and virtual environments—eliminating the need for fragmented or third-party backup tools.
Hybrid Cloud Integration
With Synology C2 Cloud, businesses can replicate data offsite, archive old versions securely, and satisfy long-term retention requirements for compliance purposes.
Synology Drive
Delivers secure file syncing and sharing across remote teams, with enforced access controls and version history.
These tools help organizations implement holistically managed storage that goes beyond simple capacity and into strategic data protection and business continuity territory.
Why DS925+ and DX525 Matter for Business IT
Modern IT environments demand systems that are:
Scalable: Easily expand storage as needs grow.
Secure: Protect data from malicious threats and internal errors.
Efficient: Support centralized backup and remote access without excessive overhead.
Manageable: Provide intuitive tools for storage administration.
The DS925+ and DX525 system combination enables organizations to handle large datasets, support hybrid workforces, and implement unified backup strategies without sacrificing security or performance.
How Epis Technology Enhances Synology Storage Deployments
While the Synology DS925+ and DX525 provide a strong foundation for scalable storage, many organizations benefit from expert guidance to fully leverage these platforms. Epis Technology specializes in assessing organizational storage needs and designing tailored solutions that align performance, security, and continuity requirements. Epis Technology configures optimized RAID layouts, integrates hybrid cloud backup workflows, and implements automated snapshot and replication policies. The team also ensures comprehensive protection for Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace data through coordinated backup strategies with Synology C2. With proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and security hardening, Epis Technology ensures your storage environment remains resilient, efficient, and aligned with your business continuity goals.
Best Practices for Maximizing Your Synology Storage System
To ensure your DS925+ and DX525 deployment delivers long-term value:
Automate Backups Across Platforms
Use Active Backup for Business to centralize backups for all endpoints, servers, and virtual machines.
Enable Snapshot Protection
Schedule point-in-time snapshots to provide rapid recovery options against ransomware and accidental changes.
Implement Hybrid Cloud Strategies
Combine on-premise NAS storage with Synology C2 for off-site backups and extended retention.
Harden Security Settings
Apply multi-factor authentication, encrypted access, and role-based permissions to strengthen data governance.
Monitor Capacity and Health
Regularly check system health metrics and alerts to anticipate growth or replace failing drives.
Flexible, Scalable Storage for Growing Organizations
Synology’s DS925+ and DX525 expansion units represent a compelling choice for organizations seeking flexible, secure, and scalable storage with strong data protection and continuity features. When combined with expert deployment and optimization from Epis Technology, the solution becomes a robust backbone for reliable data access, unified backups, and resilient hybrid IT infrastructure.
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 deployment, hybrid cloud integration, Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace backup strategies, and comprehensive disaster recovery planning. Through expert system design, ongoing monitoring, security hardening, and performance optimization, Epis Technology ensures your storage environment remains secure, scalable, and aligned with your continuity and compliance goals—helping your business protect critical data and maintain reliable access.