How to fix and bypass Synology HDD compatibility restrictions
172Does Synology NAS really REQUIRE Synology drives? Apparently so - but maybe not! Let's walk through how to resolve this so we can use ANY drive in the new Synology NAS!
Drive "de-restrict" script: https://github.com/007revad/Synology_HDD_db/blob/main/2025_plus_models.md
Synology discovery tool and utilities:
https://www.synology.com/en-af/support/download/DS925 ?version=7.2#utilities
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Synology 4-Bay DiskStation DS925+
Amazon: https://amzn.to/45pYsaZ
Official: https://www.synology.com/en-us/products/DS925
Specifications:
CPU: AMD Ryzen V1500B
RAM: 4 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM (upgradeable: 32 GB (16 GB x 2)
Storage: 4 x Drive Bays - Hot Swappable
Compatible drives: https://www.synology.com/en-global/compatibility?search_by=drives
Ports:
2x RJ-45 2.5GbE
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port
1 x Expansion Port (USB Type-C)
Warranty: 3-year hardware warranty, extendable to 5 years with EW201 or Extended Warranty Plus
Drives used:
TBA
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