Synology DiskStation DS223j 2-Bay Desktop NAS

The Synology DiskStation DS223j is a compact 2-bay desktop NAS designed for personal storage, file sharing, backup, media access, and everyday data management.

With a Realtek RTD1619B 4-core processor, 1GB DDR4 memory, 1 x 1GbE LAN port, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and support for 3.5" SATA HDDs or 2.5" SATA SSDs with optional disk holders, the DS223j is built for reliable home and small office storage.

Product Overview

The Synology DiskStation DS223j is designed for customers who need a compact and easy-to-manage 2-bay NAS for centralized file storage, backup, media access, and everyday data protection.

With two drive bays, the DS223j offers more storage flexibility than a single-bay NAS and supports Synology Hybrid RAID, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, and RAID 1 configurations.

Powered by a Realtek RTD1619B 4-core 1.7GHz processor and 1GB DDR4 non-ECC memory, the DS223j supports Synology DSM features for storage management, file services, backup, media access, surveillance, and supported add-on packages.

Key Features

• Compact 2-bay Synology desktop NAS
• Realtek RTD1619B 4-core processor
• 1.7GHz CPU frequency
• 1GB DDR4 non-ECC system memory
• Hardware encryption engine
• Supports 3.5" SATA HDDs
• Supports 2.5" SATA SSDs with optional 2.5" disk holders
• 1 x RJ-45 1GbE LAN port
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
• Supports Synology Hybrid RAID, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, and RAID 1
• Supports RAID migration from Basic to RAID 1
• Supports volume expansion with larger HDDs for Synology Hybrid RAID and RAID 1
• Maximum single volume size of 108TB
• Quiet 18.2 dB(A) noise level
• Low power consumption of 16.31W during access and 4W during HDD hibernation
• Compact 165mm x 100mm x 225.5mm desktop design
• Backed by a 2-year hardware warranty

Recommended Use Cases

• Personal cloud storage
• Home file sharing
• Small office file storage
• Centralized document backup
• Photo and video storage
• Media library storage
• Basic surveillance storage
• External drive backup
• Computer backup
• Synology Drive file access
• Lightweight DSM package use
• Entry-level 2-bay NAS storage deployment
• RAID 1 mirrored storage for added drive redundancy

Specifications

• Brand: Synology
• Model: DS223j
• Product Type: 2-Bay Desktop NAS
• CPU Model: Realtek RTD1619B
• CPU Quantity: 1
• CPU Cores: 4
• CPU Threads: 4
• CPU Architecture: 64-bit
• CPU Frequency: 1.7GHz
• Hardware Encryption Engine: Yes
• System Memory: 1GB DDR4 non-ECC
• Drive Bays: 2
• Compatible Drive Type: 3.5" SATA HDD
• Compatible Drive Type: 2.5" SATA SSD with optional 2.5" Disk Holder
• Hot Swappable Drive: No
• LAN Port: 1 x RJ-45 1GbE
• USB Ports: 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
• Size: 165mm x 100mm x 225.5mm
• Weight: 0.88kg
• System Fan: 92mm x 92mm x 1
• Fan Speed Modes: Full-Speed Mode, Cool Mode, Quiet Mode, Low-power Mode
• Adjustable Front LED Indicators: Yes
• Power Recovery: Yes
• Scheduled Power On / Off: Yes
• Wake on LAN / WAN: Yes
• Noise Level: 18.2 dB(A)
• Power Supply Unit / Adapter: 60W
• AC Input Power Voltage: 100V to 240V AC
• Power Frequency: 50/60Hz, Single Phase
• Power Consumption: 16.31W during access
• Power Consumption: 4W during HDD hibernation
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
• Operating Humidity: 8% to 80% RH
• Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% RH
• Certification: FCC, CE, BSMI, VCCI, RCM, UKCA, EAC, CCC, KC, BIS
• Environment: RoHS Compliant
• Warranty: 2-Year Hardware Warranty

Performance and Reliability Features

• 2-bay desktop NAS designed for personal and small office storage
• Realtek RTD1619B 4-core processor for everyday NAS tasks
• 1GB DDR4 memory for supported DSM services and file management
• Hardware encryption engine support
• Supports 3.5" SATA HDDs and 2.5" SATA SSDs with optional disk holders
• 1GbE LAN connectivity for network file access
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for external storage and peripheral connectivity
• Supports Btrfs and ext4 file systems on internal drives
• Supports Synology Hybrid RAID, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, and RAID 1
• Supports RAID migration from Basic to RAID 1
• Supports volume expansion with larger HDDs for Synology Hybrid RAID and RAID 1
• Supports DSM file services including SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, WebDAV, and Rsync
• Supports Synology Photos facial recognition
• Includes 2 default Surveillance Station licenses
• Low-noise operation at 18.2 dB(A)
• Low power usage for efficient everyday operation

Compatibility Note

Please check that your selected hard drives or SSDs are compatible with the Synology DS223j before ordering.

This NAS supports 3.5" SATA HDDs and 2.5" SATA SSDs when used with optional 2.5" Disk Holders. Storage drives are not included unless specifically stated by the seller.

Before ordering, please confirm:

• Your selected drives are compatible with the Synology DS223j
• Your required storage capacity matches your intended use
• Your intended RAID, file system, backup, or storage setup
• Whether 2.5" Disk Holders are required for your selected SSDs
• Your network and device compatibility requirements
• Your intended DSM package and workload requirements

What’s in the Box

• Synology DS223j main unit x1
• Accessory pack x1
• AC power adapter x1
• AC power cord x1
• RJ-45 LAN cable x1
• Quick installation guide x1