2-bay compact and expandable desktop NAS
Synology DiskStation DS723+ 2-Bay NAS
The Synology DiskStation DS723+ is a compact two-bay NAS for home and small business, with AMD Ryzen processing, 2 GB ECC memory, two NVMe slots and expansion to seven drive bays.
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen R1600
- Memory
- 2 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM
- Drive bays
- 2 / up to 7
- Networking
- 2 × 1GbE; optional 10GbE module
Start compact and add storage or faster networking as needs grow
The DS723+ combines two hot-swappable SATA bays with dual NVMe slots, expandable ECC memory and a dedicated network-upgrade slot. One DX517 can extend the system to seven bays, supporting a gradual path from compact private cloud and backup to a broader small-business storage platform.
Compact two-bay design
Install compatible 3.5-inch SATA HDDs or 2.5-inch SATA SSDs in a small desktop chassis.
Expansion to seven bays
Connect one DX517 expansion unit to add five more SATA drive bays.
Expandable ECC memory
The included 2 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM can be expanded to 32 GB.
Dual NVMe slots
Two M.2 2280 NVMe slots support verified cache or storage-pool configurations.
Optional 10GbE upgrade
A dedicated Gen3 x2 slot supports the compatible E10G22-T1-Mini module.
Dual 1GbE networking
Two onboard 1GbE ports provide wired connectivity from initial deployment.
Who is the Synology DS723+ best for?
A strong choice for
- Home and small-business backup
- Compact private cloud storage
- Photo and document organisation
- Deployments growing from two to seven bays
- Teams planning an optional 10GbE upgrade
Consider another model if you need
- You need four or more internal bays immediately
- You need built-in 10GbE
- You need a rackmount chassis
- You require a processor with supplied integrated graphics capabilities
Key specifications
- Model
- DS723+
- Product type
- 2-bay compact and expandable desktop NAS
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen R1600, 2 cores
- CPU frequency
- 2.6 GHz base / 3.1 GHz turbo
- System memory
- 2 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM
- Maximum memory
- 32 GB (16 GB × 2)
- Drive bays
- 2; up to 7 with DX517 × 1
- M.2 slots
- 2 × M.2 2280 NVMe
- Networking
- 2 × 1GbE RJ-45
- Network upgrade
- 1 × Gen3 x2 network upgrade slot
- Dimensions
- 166 × 106 × 223 mm
- Warranty
- 3 years; extendable to 5 years with EW201 or Extended Warranty Plus
Full technical specifications
Processor and memory
| CPU model | AMD Ryzen R1600 |
|---|---|
| CPU quantity | 1 |
| CPU cores | 2 |
| CPU architecture | 64-bit |
| CPU frequency | 2.6 GHz base / 3.1 GHz turbo |
| Hardware encryption engine | Supported |
| System memory | 2 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM |
| Pre-installed memory | 2 GB (2 GB × 1) |
| Total memory slots | 2 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB (16 GB × 2) |
| Memory guidance | Use identical Synology modules and follow the exact-model manual |
Storage, network and expansion
| Drive bays | 2 |
|---|---|
| Maximum drive bays | 7 (DX517 × 1) |
| M.2 drive slots | 2 × NVMe |
| Drive categories | 3.5-inch SATA HDD; 2.5-inch SATA SSD; M.2 2280 NVMe SSD |
| Hot-swappable SATA bays | Supported |
| M.2 hot-swap | Not supported |
| RJ-45 1GbE ports | 2 |
| USB ports | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Expansion port | 1 × eSATA |
| Network upgrade slot | 1 × Gen3 x2 |
| M.2 storage pools | Supported with Synology-verified SSDs |
| Drive compatibility | Confirm exact drives on Synology’s DS723+ compatibility list |
Physical design and power
| Size (H × W × D) | 166 × 106 × 223 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1.51 kg |
| System fan | 92 × 92 mm × 1 |
| Fan modes | Full-speed, cool and quiet |
| Adjustable front LEDs | Supported |
| Power recovery | Supported |
| Noise level | 20.7 dB(A) |
| Scheduled power on/off | Supported |
| Wake on LAN/WAN | Supported |
| Power adapter | 65 W |
| AC input | 100 V to 240 V AC |
| Power consumption | 21.07 W access; 8.62 W HDD hibernation |
| Thermal output | 71.85 BTU/hr access; 29.39 BTU/hr HDD hibernation |
Environment, warranty and package
| Operating temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Operating humidity | 8% to 80% RH |
| Storage humidity | 5% to 95% RH |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, BSMI, VCCI, RCM, UKCA, EAC, CCC, KC, BIS |
| Environment | RoHS compliant |
| Warranty | 3 years; extendable to 5 years with EW201 or Extended Warranty Plus, subject to regional availability |
| Package contents | Main unit × 1; accessory pack × 1; AC power adapter × 1; AC power cord × 1; RJ-45 LAN cable × 2; quick installation guide × 1 |
| Expansion unit | DX517 sold separately |
| Network module | E10G22-T1-Mini sold separately |
Frequently asked questions about the Synology DS723+
What is the Synology DS723+?
The Synology DS723+ is a compact two-bay desktop NAS for centralised storage, backup, private cloud and small-business data management.
Which processor is in the DS723+?
It uses the AMD Ryzen R1600 with two cores and a 2.6 GHz base / 3.1 GHz turbo frequency.
How much memory does the DS723+ include?
It includes 2 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM and supports up to 32 GB using 16 GB × 2.
How many drive bays does the DS723+ have?
It has two internal SATA bays and supports up to seven bays with one DX517 expansion unit.
Which drives does the DS723+ support?
The verified categories are 3.5-inch SATA HDD, 2.5-inch SATA SSD and M.2 2280 NVMe SSD. Check exact models on the compatibility list.
Does the DS723+ support NVMe storage?
Yes. It has two M.2 NVMe slots and supports M.2 storage pools with Synology-verified SSDs.
What network ports are built into the DS723+?
It includes two 1GbE RJ-45 ports and a dedicated Gen3 x2 network-upgrade slot.
Can the DS723+ be upgraded to 10GbE?
Yes. Synology lists the E10G22-T1-Mini as the compatible 10GbE network upgrade module.
What are the DS723+ dimensions?
It measures 166 × 106 × 223 mm and weighs 1.51 kg.
What warranty applies to the DS723+?
Synology specifies a 3-year hardware warranty, extendable to 5 years with EW201 or Extended Warranty Plus where available.
- The DS723+ is supplied diskless unless the listing explicitly states otherwise; drives are sold separately.
- Confirm drives, memory, the DX517 and the E10G22-T1-Mini on Synology’s exact compatibility list.
- M.2 hot-swap is not supported and M.2 storage pools require Synology-verified SSDs.
- Actual usable capacity depends on installed drives, RAID or SHR configuration, and system-reserved space.
