Synology DSM 7.3: Smarter Storage and Security Updates
Synology Releases DSM 7.3 with Data Tiering, Security & AI Enhancements
Synology has released DiskStation Manager (DSM) 7.3, a major update to its flagship NAS operating system designed to improve performance, security, and collaboration for modern businesses. The new release introduces efficient data tiering, expanded security features, and AI-powered collaboration tools, enabling organizations to better manage growing data volumes while strengthening operational resilience.
As enterprises increasingly adopt hybrid environments and distributed teams, DSM 7.3 offers intelligent tools that help streamline workflows, optimize storage costs, and protectoff-site, against emerging threats.
What’s New in DSM 7.3
1. Efficient Data Tiering Across Storage Media
DSM 7.3 introduces an improved data tiering mechanism that dynamically moves data between storage tiers based on usage patterns. Frequently accessed data is kept on high-performance media (like SSDs), while colder data is automatically moved to high-capacity HDDs. This helps businesses reduce overall storage costs while maintaining performance where it matters most.
This approach is particularly beneficial for enterprises managing large datasets, archives, or workloads with mixed performance demands, as it blends speed and cost efficiency seamlessly.
2. Enhanced System Security and Compliance Tools
Security remains a central focus in DSM 7.3, with enhancements including:
Security Analyzer and Hardening Tools: Automated scans detect misconfigurations and vulnerabilities.
Expanded Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Options: More secure login methods help protect admin and user accounts.
Improved Firewall and Access Control Policies: Streamlined rulesets protect against unauthorized access and lateral movement.
Audit Logs and Compliance Reporting: Better tracking and reporting capabilities assist organizations in maintaining governance standards.
These improvements help businesses align with regulatory compliance frameworks and harden their infrastructure against threats such as ransomware, brute force attacks, and insider misuse.
3. AI-Powered Collaboration Features
Recognizing that modern workflows demand smarter tools, DSM 7.3 includes AI-enhanced services that boost productivity:
Intelligent Indexing and Search: Leverage machine learning to categorize and find files faster across large datasets.
Smart Photo and Media Management: Automated tagging and recognition enhance media workflows.
Collaboration Enhancements in Synology Drive: Improved suggestions, sharing insights, and context-aware tools streamline teamwork.
These features reduce time spent on repetitive tasks and empower teams to focus on high-value activities.
4. Better Hybrid Cloud Integration
DSM 7.3 continues to bridge local NAS storage with cloud ecosystems such as Synology C2 Cloud and public clouds for backup, archiving, and remote access. With enhanced hybrid workflows, users can:
Sync data across sites
Automate offsite backups
Enable global collaboration
Balance performance with offsite redundancy
This flexibility is key for businesses operating multi-site infrastructures or supporting remote workforces.
Why DSM 7.3 Matters for Businesses
The latest DSM release brings several tangible benefits to enterprise and SMB environments:
Cost optimization: Intelligent tiering reduces the need for expensive all-SSD array deployments.
Stronger security posture: Better tools help defend against evolving threats and support compliance.
Improved user productivity: AI capabilities simplify data findability and cross-team collaboration.
Resilience and continuity: Hybrid cloud features bolster disaster recovery and offsite protection strategies.
Together, these improvements push DSM 7.3 beyond traditional NAS functionality into a higher tier of enterprise-ready data management.
How Epis Technology Integrates DSM 7.3 into Secure Business Solutions
Epis Technology helps organizations leverage the full power of Synology DiskStation Manager 7.3 within their IT environments. The team begins with a strategic assessment of your workloads, compliance requirements, and performance goals. Using these insights, Epis Technology configures efficient data tiering policies, sets up hybrid cloud integration, and implements enterprise-grade security controls that align with your governance standards. Epis Technology also deploys AI-driven collaboration tools where appropriate, optimizing workflows for teams across departments. With ongoing monitoring, backup validation, and security hardening, Epis Technology ensures your Synology NAS deployments deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective data management and that DSM 7.3’s features are fully aligned with your business objectives.
Best Practices for Maximizing DSM 7.3
To fully benefit from the new DSM release, organizations should:
Audit existing workloads: Identify high-demand and archival data to configure tiering effectively.
Define security baselines: Use the enhanced hardening tools and 2FA options to protect critical assets.
Implement hybrid cloud strategies: Combine on-premise NAS with cloud backups for high availability.
Train teams on collaboration tools: Ensure users take advantage of AI-enhanced search and sharing.
Monitor regularly: Use audit logs, reporting, and alerts to maintain visibility and compliance.
These practices help create a resilient, manageable, and future-proof storage environment.
About Epis Technology
Epis Technology provides enterprise IT infrastructure, Synology consulting, and cloud data protection solutions for organizations of all sizes. Specializing in secure storage architectures, hybrid cloud deployment, and compliance-driven data governance, the company ensures your Synology environments are optimized for performance and security. Through expert configuration, continuous monitoring, and ongoing optimization, Epis Technology helps businesses harness the full potential of Synology DSM 7.3 supporting efficient data tiering, AI-driven workflows, and robust cyber defense strategies.