Build a private cloud for your home
DS420j is a 4-bay desktop NAS designed for home data backup, file syncing, and sharing. Supporting up to 64 TB raw capacity, you can easily centralize all your multimedia collections.
DiskStation
DS420j
DiskStation DS420j
An essential entry-level NAS for your home
CPU
64-bit 4-core 1.4 GHz
Performance
Over 112 MB/s encrypted reading and writing1
Storage
Maximum 64 TB raw capacity
Energy-saving
7.88 W in hibernation mode
Manage your photo collections
Organize your photos intelligently with Moments, a modern, AI-enabled photo management application that lets you effortlessly preserve your precious memories. Learn more
Access and sync your files seamlessly
Synology Drive provides a built-in universal portal to access your data anytime and anywhere, and synchronize all your files across platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Learn more
- Sync files on demand: Save the storage space and network bandwidth of your PC.
- Go back in time: Easily retrieve previous versions of your shared files.
- Back up your data: Protect your files as scheduled or in real-time.
Reliable and efficient backup options
Synology Hyper Backup is a reliable and multi-directional backup solution offering data deduplication and compression. You can back up from various source folders, including external USB drives, another Synology NAS, rsync servers, or from public cloud services like Google Drive or Synology C2, and protect your data against malicious attacks and encryption-based ransomware threats. Learn more
Powered by Synology DiskStation Manager
Synology Drive
Instantly access your NAS files across multiple devices whenever you want, wherever you are.
Hyper Backup
Store multiple backup versions with block-level incremental data backup and cross-version deduplication.
Surveillance Station
Complete surveillance solution for recording, monitoring, and management.
DiskStation DS420j
- 1Status indicator
- 2LAN indicator
- 3Power button and indicator
- 4Drive status indicator
- 51GbE RJ-45 port
- 6Power port
- 7Kensington Security Slot
- 8System fan
- 9USB 3.0 port
- 10Reset button
Notes:
- Performance figures may vary depending on environment, usage, and configuration.
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CPU
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CPU Model | Realtek RTD1296 |
| CPU Quantity | 1 | |
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit | |
| CPU Frequency | 4-core 1.4 GHz | |
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Memory
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System Memory | 1 GB DDR4 non-ECC |
| Notes | Synology reserves the right to replace memory modules with the same or higher frequency based on supplier's product life cycle status. Rest assured that the compatibility and stability have been strictly verified with the same benchmark to ensure identical performance. | |
Storage |
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Storage
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Drive Bays | 4 |
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| Hot Swappable Drive | - | |
| Notes | "Compatible drive type" indicates drives that have been tested to be compatible with Synology products. This term does not indicate the maximum connection speed of each drive bay. | |
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RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port* | 2 | |
| Notes | The USB 3.0 standard was renamed to USB 3.2 Gen 1 by the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) in 2019. | |
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| Notes | exFAT Access can be installed for free from Package Center in DSM 7.0. In DSM 6.2 or earlier versions, exFAT Access needs to be purchased in Package Center. | |
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Appearance
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Size (Height x Width x Depth) | 184 mm x 168 mm x 230 mm |
| Weight | 2.21 kg | |
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Others
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System Fan | 80 mm x 80 mm x 2 pcs |
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| Noise Level* | 20.6 dB(A) | |
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| Power Supply Unit / Adapter | 90 W | |
| AC Input Power Voltage | 100V to 240V AC | |
| Power Frequency | 50/60 Hz, Single Phase | |
| Power Consumption* |
21.71 W (Access) 7.88 W (HDD Hibernation) |
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| British Thermal Unit |
74.08 BTU/hr (Access) 26.89 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation) |
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Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F) | |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% RH | |
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Warranty
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2 Years | |
| Notes | The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. (Learn more) | |
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Environment
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RoHS Compliant | |
Packaging Content |
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Packaging Content
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| Maximum Single Volume Size* | 108 TB | |
| Maximum Internal Volume Number | 64 | |
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| File Protocol | SMB/AFP/NFS/FTP/WebDAV | |
| Maximum Concurrent SMB/AFP/FTP Connections | 100 | |
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| 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. | |
| Maximum Local User Accounts | 1,024 | |
| Maximum Local Groups | 256 | |
| Maximum Shared Folder | 256 | |
| Maximum Shared Folder Sync Tasks | 4 | |
| Syslog Events per Second | 200 | |
| Networking Protocols | SMB1 (CIFS), SMB2, SMB3, NFSv3, NFSv4, NFSv4.1, NFS Kerberized sessions, iSCSI, HTTP, HTTPs, FTP, SNMP, LDAP, CalDAV | |
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| 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. | |
Add-on Packages view the complete package list |
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| Maximum Users | 10 | |
| Notes | When applicable, tested systems are configured with maximum memory and set to allow the maximum number of connections. | |
Download Station |
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Download Station
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| Maximum Concurrent Download Tasks | 80 | |
| Maximum iSCSI Target Number | 10 | |
| Maximum LUN | 10 | |
| Notes | iSCSI Manager has been renamed to SAN Manager in DSM 7.0. | |
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| Facial Recognition | ||
| Notes | Photo Station and Synology Moments are succeeded by Synology Photos in DSM 7.0. For a features comparison, check this article. | |
| Maximum IP cam (Licenses required) | 16 (including 2 Free License) (see all supported IP cameras) | |
| Total FPS (H.264) |
480 FPS @ 720p (1280x720) 288 FPS @ 1080p (1920x1080) 150 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536) 100 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944) 70 FPS @ 4K (3840x2160) |
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| Total FPS (H.265) |
480 FPS @ 720p (1280x720) 384 FPS @ 1080p (1920x1080) 256 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536) 160 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944) 100 FPS @ 4K (3840x2160) |
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| Total FPS (MJPEG) |
240 FPS @ 720p (1280x720) 150 FPS @ 1080p (1920x1080) 100 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536) 60 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944) |
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| Recommended Number of Concurrent Sync Clients | 200 (the number of connections that can be maintained when the recommended number of hosted files was reached) | |
| Recommended 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) | |
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| Maximum Users | 200 | |
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| Video Transcoding | Group 2 (See more) | |
| 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.