Highly available directory server
Add a secondary domain controller to Synology Directory Server to take over in case of unexpected disruptions and provide added capacity.
Round-the-clock protection
Replicate all data from one domain controller to another every five minutes. Ensure that all domain services remain available in case of domain controller failure.
Load balancing
Automatically distribute sign-in requests to both controllers via DNS services. Bolster directory service performance and prevent overloading.
Cost-effective structure
Set up a dual domain controller structure with any two compatible Synology NAS. No need to use identical models.
Secure SignIn
Activate 2-factor authentication or choose from a range of passwordless login methods. Eliminate weak passwords and secure your DSM account.
Approve sign-in
Tap a button in the Synology Secure SignIn mobile app on your phone or tablet to approve sign-in requests.)
Enter username
Approve on phone
Access DSM 7.0
Hardware security key
Authenticate DSM account logins using hardware security keys, including built-in biometric devices (macOS Touch ID, Windows Hello) or U2F / FIDO2 compliant USB keys.
Secure SignIn app
Download Secure SignIn
Scan the QR code to download for Android or iOS.
Get notified of suspicious logins
DSM account login analysis can send users mobile notifications when suspicious login activities are detected.
Sync to Synology Account
Securely store Approve sign-in accounts and one-time password (OTP) profiles to your Synology Account in case you lose your mobile device.1
Flexible administrative role delegation
Delegate predefined roles to non-administrator users and spend less time managing IT resources. Task designated users with managing only specific system services.
Account and shared folder management
Let delegated users manage user accounts or administrate shared folders to ease IT admins’ workload in response to HR changes.
Secure system monitoring delegation
Permit external IT personnel to monitor system status in real time, but restrict service providers from modifying system settings.
Limited backup management privileges
Grant designated users the right to manage backup tasks without administrative privileges over other users’ backup tasks and data. 2
Synology High Availability
Faster failover and switchover
Failover and switchover times cut by up to 30% mean shorter service interruptions in case of problems.
Efficient update mechanism
New optimized system update mechanism reduces service downtime during system updates by up to 80%.
Get started with DSM 7.0
Upgrade to our all-new operating system and discover a world of new features.3
Notes:
Refer to Secure SignIn Service’s technical specifications for more information.
Refer to this article for more information on role delegation.
Before upgrading, please review the release notes for important information about deprecated or removed features and add-on packages, and make sure to back up any important data.