DSM7 vs DSM6 what’s new and what’s removed

Synology DSM7: What’s New and What’s Left Behind

The much-anticipated upgrade of the Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), the DSM7, is finally here, and it packs quite a punch. Offering a host of new features and applications, DSM7 promises to enhance the user experience by leaps and bounds compared to its predecessor, DSM6. However, it also spells the end for certain features that were integral to the DSM6. This article delves into the new additions and the features we bid adieu to in the transition from DSM6 to DSM7.

New Additions in DSM7

The upgrade to DSM7 introduces several new features and apps that were absent in DSM6, bolstering the platform’s versatility and making it more robust and user-friendly.

  1. Active Insight: This new feature enables you to monitor and manage your Synology NAS devices remotely, providing a comprehensive overview of your device’s performance and status.
  2. Audio Station: Making a debut in DSM7, the Audio Station offers a dedicated platform for managing and listening to your music files.
  3. Bitdefender for MailPlus: Strengthening the security suite, Bitdefender for MailPlus offers advanced protection against email threats.
  4. C2 Identity Edge Server: This new app extends the capability of Synology C2 Identity, allowing organizations to deploy a self-hosted Identity Provider (IdP) that integrates with Synology C2 Identity.
  5. Hybrid Share: A first in DSM7, Hybrid Share combines the flexibility of the cloud with the performance and security of local storage, creating a seamless storage experience.
  6. Container Manager: This new application aids in deploying and managing containerized applications, marking a significant advancement in Synology’s support for modern software development practices.
  7. Emby Server: Making its first appearance in DSM7, Emby Server offers an alternative to the Media Server app for organizing your media files.

Features Discontinued in DSM7

Despite the plethora of exciting additions, DSM7 also witnesses the discontinuation of one key application that was present in DSM6.

  1. iTunes Server: One of the significant changes in DSM7 is the elimination of the iTunes Server. This app, popular among users for its ease in sharing music and videos through the network, is no longer available in DSM7.

Continuity in Apps and Features

While DSM7 introduces new apps and discontinues others, it’s important to note that a significant number of apps from DSM6 continue to exist in DSM7. Some notable apps include Active Backup for Business, Antivirus Essential, Cloud Sync, Document Viewer, File Station, Media Server, Virtual Machine Manager, and more.

DSM7 also continues to support third-party applications like Apache HTTP Server 2.4, Domotz Network Monitoring, Git Server, Joomla, MariaDB 10, Node.js versions, PACS, PHP versions, Plex Media Server, Python versions, and more, underlining its commitment to versatility and broad functionality.

 

Here is the list in table format with columns for DSM6 and DSM7 indicating which app exists on which DSM version:

DSM6 DSM7
Active Backup for Business Yes Yes
Active Backup for Google Workspace Yes Yes
Active Backup for Microsoft 365 Yes Yes
Active Insight No Yes
Antivirus Essential Yes Yes
Antivirus by McAfee Yes Yes
Photo Station Yes No
Audio Station Yes Yes
Active Backup for Business Agent (DSM) Yes Yes
Bitdefender for MailPlus No Yes
C2 Identity Edge Server No Yes
Synology Calendar Yes Yes
Synology Chat Server Yes Yes
Cloud Sync Yes Yes
Central Management System Yes Yes
Advanced Media Extensions Yes Yes
Synology Contacts Yes Yes
DHCP Server Yes Yes
LDAP Server Yes Yes
Synology Directory Server Yes Yes
DNS Server Yes Yes
Document Viewer Yes Yes
Download Station Yes Yes
exFAT Access Yes Yes
File Station Yes Yes
Glacier Backup Yes Yes
Synology High Availability Yes Yes
Hybrid Share No Yes
Hyper Backup Yes Yes
Hyper Backup Vault Yes Yes
iTunes Server Yes No
Log Center Yes Yes
Synology MailPlus Yes Yes
Synology MailPlus Server Yes Yes
Synology Mail Server Yes Yes
Mail Station Yes Yes
Media Server Yes Yes
Migration Assistant Yes Yes
Note Station Yes Yes
OAuth Service Yes Yes
Presto File Server Yes Yes
Proxy Server Yes Yes
QuickConnect Yes Yes
Replication Service Yes Yes
SAN Manager Yes Yes
Secure SignIn Service Yes Yes
SMB Service Yes Yes
Snapshot Replication Yes Yes
Synology Office Yes Yes
SSO Server Yes Yes
Storage Analyzer Yes Yes
Surveillance Station Yes Yes
Universal Search Yes Yes
Synology Application Service Yes Yes
Synology Drive Server Yes Yes
Moments No Yes
SMI-S Provider Yes Yes
Syslog Server Yes Yes
Text Editor Yes Yes
Time Backup Yes Yes
USB Copy Yes Yes
Virtual Machine Manager Yes Yes
VPN Server Yes Yes
WebDAV Server Yes Yes
Web Station Yes Yes
Third-Party Yes Yes
Apache HTTP Server 2.4 Yes Yes
Archiware P5 Yes Yes
Container Manager No Yes
Data Deposit Box Yes Yes
Document Viewer Yes Yes
Domotz Network Monitoring Yes Yes
ElephantDrive Yes Yes
Emby Server No Yes
Git Server Yes Yes
GoodSync Yes Yes
IDrive Yes Yes
无线宝边缘计算 No Yes
Joomla Yes Yes
KodExplorer Yes Yes
MariaDB 10 Yes Yes
MediaWiki Yes Yes
MEGAcmd Yes Yes
MinimServer Yes Yes
NAKIVO Backup and Replication Yes Yes
NAKIVO Transporter Yes Yes
nConnect Yes Yes
Node.js v14 Yes Yes
Node.js v16 Yes Yes
Node.js v18 Yes Yes
NVIDIA Runtime Library Yes Yes
PACS Yes Yes
PDF Viewer Yes Yes
Perl Yes Yes
PHP 7.3 Yes Yes
PHP 7.4 Yes Yes
PHP 8.0 Yes Yes
PHP 8.1 Yes Yes
PHP 8.2 Yes Yes
phpMyAdmin Yes Yes
Plex Media Server Yes Yes
Python3 Yes Yes
Python2 Yes Yes
Python 3.9 Yes Yes
RADIUS Server Yes Yes
Ragic Cloud DB Yes Yes
Resilio Sync Yes Yes
sMedio DTCP Move Yes Yes
BRAVIA Signage Yes Yes
Tailscale Yes Yes
TeamViewer Yes Yes
VirtualHere Yes Yes
vtigerCRM Yes Yes
WordPress Yes Yes

Conclusion

The transition from DSM6 to DSM7 introduces a whole new level of enhancements and features, promising an enriched user experience. While the discontinuation of the iTunes Server is a notable drawback, the new additions and the continuity of many apps and features make DSM7 a promising upgrade for any Synology NAS user.


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2 thoughts on “DSM7 vs DSM6 what’s new and what’s removed

  1. Hello,
    Thank you for your review. I noticed that you messed up one application: Audio Station is present in DSM6 (we use it on the DSM6) and DSM7 but Photo station is missing in DSM7 and Moments can hardly replace it.