5 things Synology has removed over the years - it's not just 3rd party hard drive support

Power users are being left behind as Synology locks down its ecosystem.

May 23, 2025 - 16:01
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5 things Synology has removed over the years - it's not just 3rd party hard drive support

If you’ve been using Synology NAS systems for a while, you’ve probably noticed that things aren’t as flexible as they used to be. Over the years, Synology has quietly retired or restricted a number of features that once made its platform so appealing to power users and enthusiasts. While most of the buzz lately has centered around third-party hard drive compatibility, that’s just the tip of the iceberg.