Synology DiskStation DS112+ High-Performance 1-bay All-in-1 NAS Server Review

Storage/NAS by stefan @ 2012-08-07

The DS112+ from Synology is a full feature-packed NAS like the more expensive versions but does offer only a single bay, meaning that is more suitable for businesses that do not need a huge amount of storage space. However, thanks to the connectivity options (1x eSATA and 2x USB 3.0), we can attach more external storage to it, if needed. The read-write performances of the NAS are good, but these are always influenced by the installed HDD.

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A Closer Look Part II

The necessary screws are also provided in separate bags, which help securing the case and the drive onto the frame:

 

 

 

For additional protection, the NAS enclosure is further wrapped inside a thin foam material:

 

 

 

The DS112+ NAS is compact, having similar dimensions of a regular external HDD enclosure:

 

 

 

On the frontal area we will find the activity LEDs, the power button with LED, along with the model number:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Both NAS laterals have ventilation holes through the Synology logo:

 

 

 

 

On the bottom side, we will locate some extra spaces meant for ventilation, along with a sticker and four rubber feet:

 

 

 

On the sticker we will find the product model number, power rating and a small drawing that shows how to open the enclosure:

 

 

 

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