Synology NAS · For SMEs & Offices

Your business data, safe in one place

A Synology NAS gives your office central file storage, automatic PC & server backup, ransomware protection, CCTV recording and secure remote access — all on hardware you own. Use the calculator below, then let us size, set up and support it.

One box · Central storage · Backup · Protection · Remote access

Central storageOne shared drive for the whole office
Automatic backupPCs & servers, every day
Ransomware safeImmutable snapshots & recovery
Remote accessReach files securely anywhere
Do you need a NAS?

Signs your business has outgrown USB drives & scattered files

If any of these sound familiar, a NAS will pay for itself in saved time and avoided disasters.

📁 Files everywhere

Documents live on random PCs, USB drives and WhatsApp. Nobody's sure which copy is the latest.

💾 Running out of space

PC drives are full, or you're juggling external hard disks that fail without warning.

🔓 No real backup

If a laptop is lost, stolen or hit by ransomware, you'd lose work — there's no automatic, off-machine backup.

👥 Team needs to share

Staff need the same folders with proper permissions — who can see and edit what.

🎥 CCTV & surveillance

You want to record and keep security camera footage reliably, in one place.

🌐 Work from anywhere

You need secure access to company files from home, site or on the road — without the cloud subscription bill.

Why Synology

One friendly system that does the lot

Synology's DSM operating system turns a small box of hard drives into a complete business platform — with built-in apps that would otherwise cost a fortune in subscriptions.

  • Active Backup for Business

    Back up all your Windows PCs, servers and virtual machines — free, with no per-device licence.

  • Snapshots & ransomware recovery

    Take frequent, locked "snapshots" so you can roll back files in seconds after an attack or mistake.

  • Synology Drive & Photos

    Your own private "Google Drive" — sync, share and access files securely, plus photo management.

  • Surveillance Station

    Turn the NAS into a CCTV recorder for your security cameras, viewable from your phone.

The 3-2-1 rule

Keep 3 copies of your data, on 2 types of media, with 1 off-site. A Synology NAS makes this effortless.

FreePC & server backup
1-clickSnapshot rollback
Own itNo monthly cloud fees
RemoteSecure access anywhere
RAID & capacity calculator

How much usable storage will you actually get?

RAID keeps your data safe by using some drives for protection — so usable space is less than the raw total. Pick a protection type and your drives to see the real usable capacity.

Synology Capacity & RAID CalculatorEstimate usable storage and drive-failure protection

Tip: SHR lets you mix different-sized drives and still use most of the space — send us your exact drives for a precise figure.

Usable storage
UsableProtection
Protected against
Raw (total) capacity
Used for protection
Space efficiency

Figures are in decimal TB before filesystem formatting (usable space after formatting is typically ~5–10% lower). Estimates for equal-size drives; we confirm exact capacity at setup.

Sizing guide

How much storage does your business need?

A rough starting point — then add room for 2–3 years of growth, and remember RAID uses one or two drives for protection.

What you're storingRough sizeNotes
Office documents & accounts1–2 TBWord, Excel, PDFs, SQL data — grows slowly
Marketing & design files2–6 TBPhotos, videos, hi-res artwork add up fast
Whole-office PC backupsSum of all PCsActive Backup keeps versions — allow extra headroom
CCTV / Surveillance~1–2 TB per camera / monthDepends on resolution & how long you keep footage
Servers & virtual machinesVariesWe size this with you based on your setup
Choosing the right model

Match the NAS to your team & growth

The main choice is how many drive bays (storage + room to grow) and how much power (users and apps). Here's the simple way to think about it.

2 Bays

Small office / home office

1–10 users · basics
  • File sharing & PC backup
  • 1-drive protection (SHR / RAID 1)
  • Compact, quiet, low power
e.g. Synology DS224+ class
Popular
4 Bays

Growing SME

10–30 users · apps
  • More storage + room to grow
  • Backup, snapshots & surveillance
  • Faster CPU / upgradable RAM
e.g. Synology DS423+ / DS923+ class
5–6 Bays

Data-heavy business

30+ users · heavier apps
  • Bigger volumes, SHR-2 safety
  • Virtual machines & many cameras
  • Expandable with add-on units
e.g. Synology DS1522+ class
Rackmount

Server-room grade

Many users · 24/7
  • Fits a standard server rack
  • Redundant power options
  • High performance & capacity
e.g. Synology RS-series class

Model names are typical examples — Synology refreshes its line-up regularly. We recommend the exact current model and compatible drives for your needs and budget.

How Advanced First helps

Supplied, set up & supported — locally

You don't need to understand RAID or DSM. Tell us your goal; we deliver a NAS that's configured, protected and ready to use.

1

Assess

We review your data, users, cameras and backup needs, then size the right model & drives.

2

Supply & build

We provide the Synology unit and compatible drives, and set up the RAID/SHR volume properly.

3

Configure

Users & permissions, shared folders, automatic PC/server backup, snapshots, CCTV and secure remote access.

4

Support

Migration from old drives, health monitoring, and ongoing local support as you grow.

FAQ

Synology NAS & Backup — common questions

What is a NAS, and why not just use external USB drives? +

A NAS (Network Attached Storage) is a central storage system your whole team shares over the network. Unlike scattered USB drives, it keeps all your files in one secure place, backs them up automatically, and lets staff access them safely — no more lost drives or duplicated files.

How much storage does my business need? +

It depends on how much data you have now and how fast you're growing. Because a NAS uses RAID for protection, usable space is less than the raw drive total — we assess your needs and size the right model and drives so you're not under- or over-buying.

Can a NAS back up our data automatically? +

Yes. We configure automatic, scheduled backups so your business data is protected without anyone remembering to do it — a proper backup, not just files sitting on one drive.

Can it store CCTV footage? +

Yes — a Synology NAS can act as a surveillance station to record and store CCTV footage alongside your business files, with plenty of capacity.

Can we access the files when working from home or out of office? +

Yes. A NAS can be set up for secure remote access, so your team can reach shared files from home, another branch or on the road.

Do you set it up for us, or just sell the hardware? +

We handle the whole thing locally — assess your needs, supply and build the NAS, configure RAID, backups, users and sharing, then support it for you in Johor.

Protect your business data the right way

Tell us what you want to store and protect — we'll recommend the exact Synology model and drives, set it up, and support it locally in Johor.

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