A storage solution that can adapt with your evolving needs

5-bay with expansion
Up to 300 TB of raw storage with expansion unit

High-speed storage
Two built-in 2.5GbE ports, over 1,181/1,180 MB/s sequential read/write, and 10GbE option

Versatile applications
Back up multiple endpoints, manage 40 IP cameras, or safely sync and share files across sites
Fast, out-of-the-box performance with customization options
The DS1525+ features built-in 2.5GbE networking with 10GbE option and supports both SATA SSDs and HDDs in 2.5"/3.5" internal bays, as well as M.2 NVMe drives via M.2 slots for use as cache.
The DS1525+ achieves up to 696 MB/s read and 862 MB/s write speeds
Up to1,181/1,180 MB/sread/write
It supports 10GbE networking
Up to10GbEnetworking
It features two built-in 2.5GbE ports
Built-in dual2.5GbEports
And supports two M.2 NVMe slots for caching
2 x M.2NVMecache

Expand capacity for evolving needs
Consolidate your data with up to 100 TB of raw storage across 5 bays. Need more space? Add capacity with two DX525 for up to 300 TB of total raw storage.
The DS1525+ supports up to 300 TB of raw capacity after expansion when using 20 TB drives
5 bays100 TB

15 bays300 TB

Store, share, and protect
Manage all your documents, photos, and other files, back up applications and devices, or protect your assets with professional video surveillance.
Private cloud for seamless data access
Store, sync, access, and share data from any device, wherever you are. Work seamlessly between different platforms and devices, and access your files through mobile apps, desktop clients, and a browser-based interface. Quickly and easily roll back files in case of accidental deletion, mistakes, malware, etc., with versioning.
Effortlessly back up and organize photos, videos, and other visual assets using intuitive management tools. Automatically organize your content into albums and create secure share links for stakeholders and teammates. Learn more
Enhance workplace collaboration with Synology's productivity solutions. Create, edit, and share documents across teams in real time. Host an on-premises mail server to provide web-based email access while maintaining full data ownership. Additionally, stay connected through secure one-on-one chats, public channels, encrypted private channels, and group conversations. Learn more



Multi-site synchronization to empower global workflows
Improve workflow efficiency and team alignment across data sites with automatic one- or two-way site-to-site syncing. Files and folders are kept up-to-date across sites, so everyone stays aligned, whether at home, in the office, or across different branches — all while maintaining full control of your data.
Empower global workflows with high-speed access to data from anywhere in your network. Our hybrid cloud solution caches frequently used files locally for rapid access, while less frequently accessed data is stored in the cloud, reducing your on-site storage requirements.
Automatically keep data in sync between Synology NAS and major cloud providers, including BackBlaze B2, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Microsoft OneDrive. Multiple protocol support, client-side encryption, and customizable sync and bandwidth controls enable efficient storage management across various platforms. Learn more



Comprehensive data backup, protection, and recovery solutions
Consolidate and automate backup tasks for PCs, file servers, VMs, SaaS applications, and more. Administer device backups remotely through a centralized portal and quickly restore specific files or entire devices to keep your business up and running. Take advantage of built-in backup solutions designed to protect your data with seamless 3-2-1 backup configurations.
Protect all data, applications, and configurations on your Synology systems with comprehensive scheduled backups, including bare-metal backups, to local and remote servers, external drives, or cloud storage destinations, including Synology C2 Storage.Learn more
Safeguard critical LUNs and shared folders with automated immutable snapshots backed by custom retention policies. Built-in support for offsite replication further ensures robust business continuity. Learn more



Smart surveillance
Protecting your business has never been easier, with centralized management, support for over 8,700 IP camera models, and remote monitoring and playback. Synology’s scalable video management system provides all the tools you need for live monitoring, investigation, management, and backup.
Secure your surveillance footage with robust cloud backup that supports end-to-end encryption. Our cloud-based surveillance backup solution safeguards your Surveillance Station recordings, allowing you to access, view, share, and download footage through a convenient web portal. Ensure your data remains available even if your on-premises system is compromised.


Versatile testing platform
Create a versatile environment for application testing and evaluation, supporting Docker containers and virtual machines. For package and security testing, Virtual DSM acts as a dedicated test environment, ensuring isolation between applications, systems, and data.

Centralized monitoring and management
Monitor and manage your Synology fleet from a central interface, on-prem or in the cloud.

Central Management System
Manage Synology servers from a central console using group policies, task delegation, batch updates, and more.

Active Insight
Monitor your global Synology fleet's performance, backup status, login activity, and more with the power of the cloud.
Performance backed by Synology drives
Designed for Synology systems, Synology drives deliver consistent performance and unmatched reliability for your deployments.




Hard drives designed for Synology
See how Synology hard drives deliver reliability, consistent performance, and simplified system management through deep hardware-software integration.

Supercharge your setup with Synology router
Pair your NAS with Synology RT6600ax or WRX560 to maximize 2.5GbE connectivity. Enjoy high-speed transfers and secure your network with VLANs, threat prevention, and web filtering — all through a familiar Synology interface.
Extended protection with Extended Warranty
The DS1525+ is backed by Synology’s 3-year hardware warranty. An optional 2-year extended warranty is available in select regions to extend coverage to 5 years.
