Synology, a well - renowned manufacturer of storage devices, recently made public its decision to revoke a prior policy. This policy had strictly required the use of only "certified" hard drives in NAS (Network - Attached Storage) devices. However, it's worth noting that the hard drive certification program will remain in place.

In the past, Synology mandated that new NAS models could only support certified hard drives. This move triggered a wave of discontent among users. In the English - speaking business and tech context, such restrictive policies that limit user choices often face backlash as consumers value flexibility and the freedom to select products based on their own needs and preferences.

With the launch of the DSM 7.3 system, a significant change is on the horizon. NAS models set to be introduced in 2025 will regain support for third - party hard drives. This means that users will now have the liberty to freely choose their preferred storage devices, aligning with the common expectation in the market for more open and user - centric product policies.