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An easy-to-use private cloud for everyone

DS220j is an entry-level 2-bay NAS designed for home and personal users to store and share photos, videos, and documents. The private cloud solution is powered by the award-winning DiskStation Manager (DSM) OS, providing an intuitive user interface and safe data protection approaches for easy digital asset backups from computers and mobile devices at no additional cost.

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CPU

64-bit 4-core 1.4 GHz

Performance

More than 112 MB/s reading and writing

Safe storage

RAID 1 protection to avoid sudden drive failure

Cost savings

No public-cloud subscription fees

Centralized backup solution for your digital devices

Synology's comprehensive multi-version backup solution protects your digital assets on computers (Windows/Mac) and mobile phones (Android/iOS) against malicious attacks, including the rising encryption-based ransomware threats.

Stream content to your TVTurn your Synology NAS into a home media hub and stream your digital content to your favorite electronic devices, including computers, mobile devices, Samsung TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, and DLNA devices.
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Synology Hybrid RAID (SHR) technology

Storage management is easy with Synology Hybrid RAID (SHR) technology. SHR is an automated RAID management system that allows you to easily create and expand storage volumes and migrate RAID types without requiring details on the RAID setup. SHR provides 1-disk redundancy to safeguard your data in case of drive failures.

Cost-effective

SHR maximizes the data capacity of your RAID when different size HDDs are used. Calculate your RAID needs.

Easy Management

For new users with limited technical knowledge who want to protect their data using RAID technology, a convenient installation wizard will guide you through all the steps during your first installation.

Scalability

Add new disks on the fly in Storage Manager with a simple click. Learn more about SHR.

Flexibility

While creating a volume, choose to plan ahead and leave empty or unallocated space for future use.

Seamless integration with your mobile devicesSynology mobile applications are designed to allow quick and secure access to your data wherever you are.
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Works best with Synology drives

Engineered to handle intensive 24/7 workloads, Synology drives consistently deliver top-grade performance.

HDD
Plus Series 3.5" SATA
SSD
Enterprise Series 2.5" SATA
Plus Series 3.5" SATAEnterprise Series 2.5" SATA

Powered by Synology DiskStation Manager

File Server/Management

Powerful built-in file management and sharing services.

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Multimedia

Complete multimedia solution for management, streaming, and playback.

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Hyper Backup

Store multiple backup versions with block-level incremental data backup and cross-version deduplication.

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DSM UI

Award-winning operating system with an intuitive user interface and powerful capabilities.

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Security

Shield your Synology NAS from the most sophisticated threats with industry-leading security solutions.

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All-in-one server

Save additional investment by integrating various network services, web/mail services, management applications into your NAS.

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Hardware Overview

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  • 1Status indicator
  • 2LAN indicator
  • 3Drive status indicator
  • 4Power button and indicator
  • 5System fan
  • 6USB 3.0 port
  • 7Reset button
  • 8Power port
  • 91GbE RJ-45 port
  • 10Kensington Security Slot
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Notes:Performance figures may vary depending on environment, usage, and configuration.
Hardware Specs Software Specs
Hardware Specifications
CPU
CPU
CPU Model Realtek RTD1296
CPU Quantity 1
CPU Cores 4
CPU Threads 4
CPU Architecture 64-bit
CPU Frequency 1.4 GHz
Hardware Encryption Engine
Memory
Memory
System Memory 512 MB DDR4 non-ECC
Notes Synology may revise pre-installed memory module specifications in response to component lifecycle and supply conditions. All revised components undergo the same rigorous validation to ensure equivalent compatibility, stability, and performance.
Storage
Storage
Drive Bays 2
Drive Type (See all supported drives)
  • 3.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA SSD (with optional 2.5" Disk Holder)
  • 2.5" SATA HDD (with optional 2.5" Disk Holder)
Hot Swappable Drive* -
External Ports
External Ports
RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port 2
Appearance
Appearance
Size (Height x Width x Depth) 165 mm x 100 mm x 225.5 mm
Weight 0.88 kg
Others
Others
System Fan 92 mm x 92 mm x 1 pcs
Fan Speed Mode
  • Full-Speed Mode
  • Cool Mode
  • Quiet Mode
  • Low-power Mode
Brightness Adjustable Front LED Indicators
Power Recovery
Noise Level* 18.2 dB(A)
Scheduled Power On / Off
Wake on LAN / WAN
Power Supply Unit / Adapter 60 watts
AC Input Power Voltage 100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption 12.46 watts (Access)
5.06 watts (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit 45.52 BTU/hr (Access)
17.27 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
Notes
  • Power consumption is measured when it is fully loaded with Western Digital 1TB WD10EFRX hard drive(s).
  • Noise Level Testing Environment: Fully loaded with Seagate 2TB ST2000VN000 hard drive(s) in the idle state. Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones, each set up 1 meter away from the Synology NAS at the front and rear. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8%
Temperature
Temperature
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Operating Humidity 8% to 80% RH
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% RH
Certification
Certification
  • FCC
  • CE
  • BSMI
  • EAC
  • CCC
  • KC
  • BIS
  • VCCI
  • RCM
Warranty
Warranty
2 Years
Notes The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. (Learn more)
Environment
Environment
RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content
Packaging Content
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Accessory Pack X 1
  • AC Power Adapter X 1
  • AC Power Cord X 1
  • RJ-45 LAN Cable X 1
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1
Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories
  • Plus Series 3.5" SATA HDD: HAT3300 Series
  • Disk Holder: Type C
Compatibility
Compatibility
Synology Compatibility List
DSM Specifications
Storage Management
Storage Management
Maximum Single Volume Size 108 TB
Maximum Internal Volume Number 64
Supported RAID Type
  • Synology Hybrid RAID
  • Basic
  • JBOD
  • RAID 0
  • RAID 1
RAID Migration
  • Basic to RAID 1
Volume Expansion with Larger HDDs
  • Synology Hybrid RAID
  • RAID 1
Notes
  • Actual maximum storage pool and volume sizes depend on drive sizes used, the number of drive bays available, and the RAID configuration.
  • Usable capacity for each volume will be lower than the maximum volume size and is dependent on the filesystem and the amount of system metadata stored.
File System
File System
Internal Drives
  • ext4
External Drives
  • ext4
  • ext3
  • FAT32
  • NTFS
  • HFS+
  • exFAT
File Services
File Services
File Protocol
  • SMB
  • AFP
  • NFS
  • FTP
  • WebDAV
  • Rsync
Maximum Concurrent SMB/AFP/FTP Connections 100
Windows Access Control List (ACL) Integration
NFS Kerberos Authentication
Notes The testing standard was based on the maximum number of concurrent connections supported by this model. During the testing, 25% of the connections were used to transfer files concurrently. The transfer process guaranteed that the connections were not interrupted; the minimum transfer speed was not guaranteed.
Account & Shared Folder
Account & Shared Folder
Maximum Local User Accounts 1,024
Maximum Local Groups 256
Maximum Shared Folder 256
Maximum Shared Folder Sync Tasks 2
Hyper Backup
Hyper Backup
Folder and Package Backup
Log Center
Log Center
Syslog Events per Second 200
General Specifications
General Specifications
Supported Protocols SMB1 (CIFS), SMB2, SMB3, NFSv3, NFSv4, NFSv4.1, NFS Kerberized sessions, iSCSI, HTTP, HTTPs, FTP, SNMP, LDAP, CalDAV
Supported Browsers
  • Chrome
  • Firefox
  • Edge
  • Safari
Supported Language English, Deutsch, Français, Italiano, Español, Dansk, Norsk, Svenska, Nederlands, Русский, Polski, Magyar, Português do Brasil, Português Europeu, Türkçe, Český, ภาษาไทย, 日本語, 한국어, 繁體中文, 简体中文
Notes For an updated list of supported browser versions, check the DSM Technical Specifications.
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Synology Chat
Synology Chat
Download Station
Download Station
Maximum Concurrent Download Tasks 50
SAN Manager
SAN Manager
Maximum iSCSI Target Number 10
Maximum LUN 10
Media Server
Media Server
DLNA Compliance
Synology Photos
Synology Photos
Facial Recognition
Surveillance Station
Surveillance Station
Default Licenses 2 (Additional cameras require purchase of licenses)
Maximum IP Cameras and Total FPS (H.264)
  • 1080p: 11 channels, 110 FPS
  • 3M: 7 channels, 70 FPS
  • 5M: 4 channels, 40 FPS
  • 4K: 3 channels, 30 FPS
Maximum IP Cameras and Total FPS (H.265)
  • 1080p: 12 channels, 240 FPS
  • 3M: 11 channels, 110 FPS
  • 5M: 7 channels, 70 FPS
  • 4K: 4 channels, 40 FPS
Notes
  • Performance figures are obtained from testing conducted with the device fully populated with drives, with their default memory configuration, and under a continuous recording setup. Actual system capabilities may vary based on configuration, drive performance, enabled features, and the presence of additional workloads.
  • Use NVR Selector to quickly find a suitable model based on your requirements.
  • The number of video channels that can be viewed simultaneously is double the maximum number of cameras for the same codec and resolution.
Synology Drive
Synology Drive
Recommended Number of Concurrent Sync Clients 200
Maximum Number of Hosted Files 500,000 (applies to files indexed or hosted by Synology Drive. For file access through other standard protocols, refer to the File Services section above)
Notes
  • Exceeding the recommended numbers above will not block application operations, but may result in longer response time.
  • EXT4 file system and non-encrypted shared folders were used during the aforementioned testing.
Synology Office
Synology Office
Maximum Number of Users 200
Notes Client performance may affect maximum simultaneous editing users. Client PCs used for testing: Intel Core i3-3220 / 8GB RAM
VPN Server
VPN Server
Maximum Connections 10
Notes: Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice. The figures are based on Synology internal testing. Each performance test is done individually. No other services or applications are processed at the same time. The actual performance may be lower than lab testing figure due to differences in server configuration, deployment, and the number of active operations. If usage requirements exceed the specifications above, please contact our regional partners for professional advice.
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