Synology has announced the DP5200, a compact 1U ActiveProtect appliance for organizations and remote locations. The system offers broad platform support, centralized management, and AI-enhanced protection. With the arrival of APM 2.0, the DP5200 further expands its functionality.
Synology introduces the DP5200, a 1U backup appliance with extensive functionality within the ActiveProtect series. This appliance is intended for growing businesses and remote branches that need central protection for diverse workloads.
The DP5200 combines a compact form factor with enterprise backup capabilities, making the system suitable for both small locations and larger data centers. According to Synology, the device is available worldwide through its own distributor and partner network.
Broad platform support
The DP5200 supports a wide range of platforms and applications, including virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V, physical Windows and Linux servers, Windows and macOS PCs, SaaS applications like Microsoft 365, and databases such as Oracle and Microsoft SQL. File servers with SMB, NetApp, and Nutanix support are also among the possibilities.
With the upcoming update to ActiveProtect Manager 2.0, Synology is further expanding its support. New workloads, including Azure VM, Amazon EC2, Nutanix AHV, Proxmox VE, and Google Workspace, will be added.
The appliance functions as a standalone backup server, but can also manage up to 120,000 workloads and a thousand servers across different locations as a central management server. This makes the device suitable for both small and large-scale IT environments.
New security features
The DP5200 features an AI-enhanced architecture that combines security with access control via multi-factor authentication. The solution supports the 3-2-1-1-0 protection strategy, including immutable WORM storage, logical air gaps, and version-based tiering. This ensures backups remain protected against data loss and ransomware.
With the arrival of APM 2.0, the focus shifts from passive recovery to active protection. AI and machine learning detect anomalies during backups and scan for malware, ensuring that future recovery actions are malware-free. This is particularly relevant for organizations looking to strengthen their security against increasingly complex threats.
The DP5200 is available immediately at a suggested retail price of 17,100 euros including VAT. The introduction of APM 2.0 in the third quarter of 2026 will further expand the appliance’s capabilities, ensuring organizations are even better protected against data loss and cyber threats.