Synology BST170 BeeStation Plus Desktop Storage

A Private Cloud for Home and Team

The Synology BeeStation Plus BST170 is a private desktop storage solution designed for families and teams to securely store, organize, and share data. With 8TB of capacity, advanced indexing speeds, and integrated multimedia support, it delivers convenience and peace of mind without ongoing subscription costs.

Highlights

• 8TB Storage: Store up to 3 million photos or 500+ hours of 4K video

• Fast Indexing: 2.6× faster photo indexing, 3.8× faster web uploads, and 4.8× faster desktop sync

• AI Album: Automatic photo organization by people, places, and subjects

• Unified Workspace: Sync with Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, external drives, and computers

• Backup Hub: Supports Google Photos, iCloud Photos, mobile, and PC backups

• Entertainment Ready: Built-in Plex Media Server for streaming anywhere

• BeeProtect Service: 3 months of free cloud backup included

• One-Time Purchase: Own your cloud and save up to 66% on subscription costs

Key Features

Storage and Performance

• 8TB Capacity: Room for millions of photos and extensive video storage

• Accelerated Indexing: Optimized file handling for mobile, desktop, and web environments

• Seamless Transfers: Effortlessly manage large files across multiple devices

Smart Management and Organization

• AI Album: Automatically organizes photo collections for effortless browsing

• Unified Cloud Access: Consolidates Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and external drives into a single workspace

• Family Hub: Share and collaborate with up to 8 users securely

Backup and Recovery

• BeeProtect Cloud Backup: Free 3-month trial for full BeeStation protection

• Flexible Backup Options: Supports Synology NAS, Synology C2, and external hard drives

• Always Up-to-Date: Automatic syncing from phones, iCloud Photos, and computers

Media and Entertainment

• Plex Media Server Support: Stream movies, shows, and music on any device

• Unified Library: Store, organize, and enjoy media on TV, desktop, and mobile

FAQs (from Synology Support)

• Users: Invite up to 8 people to share BeeStation’s storage

• Mobile Backup: Back up photos directly via mobile browser or BeePhotos app

• Connectivity: Ethernet only, no Wi-Fi support

• USB Ports: For external drives only, not direct file transfers via cable

• Offline Use: Local access possible without internet via private IP

• Plex Setup: Enable via BeeStation Web Portal under System Settings → Integration

• BeeProtect Redemption: Activate via Web Portal within 1 month to receive 3 months of cloud protection

Summary / Conclusion

The Synology BST170 BeeStation Plus offers powerful private cloud storage with 8TB capacity, faster indexing speeds, and AI-powered organization. Ideal for families and small teams, it integrates cloud services, enables seamless collaboration, and doubles as a Plex-powered media hub. With multiple backup options and BeeProtect cloud protection, it ensures your memories and files are safe, accessible, and subscription-free.