Synology Virtual DSM Licence Pack

Add a Separate DSM Environment to a Supported NAS A Synology Virtual DSM licence adds one additional DSM instance to a compatible Virtual Machine Manager host. Use it when separate services, testing or administration call for another isolated DSM environment. Each eligible host already includes its first Virtual DSM instance. This pack is for an additional instance, or for extending the software-upgrade period of an existing licensed instance. Highlights One Additional Virtual DSM Instance Three years of Virtual DSM software upgrades Applies to one supported Synology product at a time Existing instance can continue after upgrade entitlement expires Key Features Separate the Environment Around Its Purpose An additional Virtual DSM instance gives a supported host another DSM environment for a defined task. Plan its storage, memory and network access according to that task rather than assuming physical NAS resources are unlimited. Use the Included First Instance A VMM host can run one Virtual DSM without an additional paid licence. Check whether that included instance already meets the requirement before purchasing an extra pack. Keep the Upgrade Period Clear The pack includes three years of Virtual DSM upgrades. Once that period expires, the instance can continue running, but no further updates are supplied under that entitlement. A new key can extend upgrade support. Check the Host and Workload Together Use an exact model that supports VMM and has suitable memory and Btrfs storage. The recommended instance count varies by host, and Virtual DSM does not reproduce every physical DSM hardware feature. Assign Through Virtual Machine Manager Add the key under VMM’s Virtual DSM licence management with internet connectivity. One pack can be applied to one Synology product at a time; map it to the intended environment before production use. Keep Other Software Licences Separate This pack does not replace VMM Pro cluster licensing or a guest Windows licence. It supplies the additional Virtual DSM entitlement in a licence pack, without NAS hardware, installation or instant key delivery. Summary Choose Virtual DSM when a supported host needs an additional DSM instance or renewed upgrade support. The licence has a clear instance count and update period, while the host’s resources and VMM requirements define the practical deployment. Frequently Asked Questions Do I Need a Paid Pack for the First Virtual DSM?ExpandCollapse No. Each VMM host can run one Virtual DSM without an additional paid licence. This pack adds an additional instance or extends upgrade support for an existing licensed instance. What Happens After Three Years?ExpandCollapse The existing Virtual DSM can continue operating, but its software-upgrade entitlement ends. Activate another qualifying licence key to extend upgrade support. Is This the Same as VMM Pro?ExpandCollapse No. Virtual DSM licences cover DSM instances and their upgrade entitlement. VMM Pro covers advanced cluster functions and host nodes. They solve different licensing requirements. Will It Work on Every Synology NAS?ExpandCollapse No. The exact host must support Virtual Machine Manager and have sufficient memory and Btrfs VM storage. Check the current applied-model list and the intended number of instances. Can I Use One Pack on Several NAS Devices?ExpandCollapse A pack can be applied to one Synology product at a time. Do not treat one pack as an unlimited multi-host or multi-instance entitlement. Does Virtual DSM Have Every Physical DSM Feature?ExpandCollapse No. Restrictions include USB passthrough, physical External Device and Hardware & Power controls, and certain network functions. Check the application’s requirements before using a virtual environment. 続きを読む