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For the majority of users, the sensible approach is to wait. DSM point releases often arrive with small bugs, edge cases and package compatibility issues that only become obvious once the wider user base starts installing them. That does not mean DSM 7.4 is bad; it means that the immediate benefit for many users is not large enough to justify being first in line. If your Synology NAS is used for client backups, business file shares, surveillance, Plex, Docker, remote access or anything that cannot tolerate downtime, waiting one to three months is a more cautious approach. That window gives Syn

Lab and test NAS users who want to evaluate DSM 7.4 before production deployment. Users with supported Synology drive pools who specifically want to test Storage Efficiency. Users needing a specific DSM 7.4 fix listed in Synology’s official release notes. Reviewers, IT admins and consultants who need to understand DSM 7.4 before advising others.