arc
The premium Open Source alternative to Synology Inc.
🎯 Best for:Advanced users wanting the Synology software experience on high-performance custom hardware.
What is arc?
Replaces the need for official Synology hardware by providing a customized Redpill loader for DSM 7.x. Features a guided semi-automated installation process with built-in hardware driver injection for generic x86 servers.
Tech Stack
ShellHomeLab & NAS
Why arc?
- • Automated hardware detection
- • Supports latest DSM 7.x versions
- • Extensive addon/driver library
Limitations
- • Legal grey area (Xpenology)
- • Risk of breakage during updates
- • Requires specific BIOS settings
3/5/2026
Last Update
363
Forks
0
Issues
GPL-3.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Synology Inc.)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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