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Upgrading the memory in a NAS, such as the Synology DS923+, can be crucial to enhancing the system’s performance and efficiency. Memory serves as a temporary storage for running applications and services, and there are various scenarios where expanding capacity makes sense.Why should you upgrade your Synology NAS’s RAM?
One of the main reasons for upgrading memory lies in the improved availability of resources for applications and services. Some of these services can be very demanding and tend to monopolize available memory for their own use. This results in the entire system slowing down, as other applications do not receive enough resources.
By increasing the memory, these resource bottlenecks can be resolved, and overall system performance can be improved.
How to determine if a memory upgrade is necessary?
In particular, when multiple users access the NAS simultaneously, increasing memory capacity can be advantageous. In situations where multiple users access the system and use various services at the same time, a larger memory size can speed up data processing and improve response times. This is especially relevant if the NAS serves as a central storage location for file sharing, media files, or other shared resources.
In the Resource Monitor, you can quickly check your NAS’s performance data. Open the Resource Monitor and keep it open while allowing normal operation on your Synology NAS. The monitor records the performance of CPU, memory, and network. During use, you will see the current RAM usage in percentage. If usage is high at over 80%, you should consider getting a RAM upgrade.
Acting proactively and preventing problems
Considering future requirements is another important aspect. With the introduction of new applications or an increase in the number of users, resource requirements also increase. A forward-thinking memory upgrade can ensure that the NAS meets future demands and provides optimal performance.
Practical Example: Neural Networks
A practical example that highlights the importance of sufficient memory is the use of neural networks.
Neural networks consist of a large number of parameters that are updated during the training process. The training process requires large and fast memory to store data temporarily and make it available for required calculations. With too little memory, the system may have to offload data to the hard drive, leading to significant performance losses. Adding additional memory can eliminate these bottlenecks and enable the system to work more efficiently.
A simple upgrade, such as from an 8 GB module to 2 x 32 GB of memory, can make a significant difference in the system’s performance. This not only allows for smoother operation but also increases efficiency in handling demanding tasks.
Which module is suitable for my Synology system?
It is important to check compatibility with the Synology NAS model before upgrading memory and to ensure that the selected memory modules meet technical requirements. Information on suitable upgrade options can be found by searching for your device in the top search bar. Overall, increasing memory can be a worthwhile investment to optimize the performance and future viability of your NAS system.
Purchase memory for your Synology system and upgrade it.
A RAM upgrade is not complicated and can be done quickly. Expanding memory is easy and possible for devices such as DS224+ / DS423+ / DS723+ / DS923+, as well as many others, without computer knowledge.
Even if the manufacturer specifies a maximum size for the memory modules, this can usually be exceeded. Search for your device and find all options available for your system.
Installing the Upgrade Memory Modules
Follow this video tutorial to install your purchased memory modules in your system.