RR is a bootloader and recovery environment tool that enables installation of Synology DSM operating system on x86 and x64 machines through a single flash-based preinstallation process.
The tool addresses the problem of deploying Synology DSM on generic hardware by providing a prebuilt bootloader that handles the installation and recovery workflow. It works by compiling bootloader images that can be flashed to installation media, with the compilation process downloading model-specific ROM files and version information from the internet. Users can also build custom bootloaders through a web-based interface if internet connectivity is unavailable during compilation.
Adoption is suited for users seeking to run Synology DSM on non-Synology x86 or x64 hardware. The project includes support for multiple Synology models, PAT files, kernel modules, and driver packages. GPU acceleration is supported through community-maintained drivers for both virtual GPUs and integrated graphics. The tool provides deployment options including Proxmox VE and Docker Compose integration. The project emphasizes that it is intended for educational and learning purposes only, with explicit warnings that bootloader modifications carry risk of data loss and commercial use is prohibited.
The project maintains active community localization efforts with translations available in multiple languages including German, English, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Turkish, Vietnamese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Hong Kong Chinese, each supported by designated community maintainers. Documentation is provided through a dedicated blog, comprehensive docs site, and community discussion forums. The project accepts pull requests for new language translations and maintains supplementary tools and managers within its organizational structure.
