Synology DiskStation DS223 2-Bay NAS Server, Realtek Quad Core,
DiskStation DS223
Data management platform for home and small office
Get your data under control
Consolidate files from various sources into your own private cloud. The DS223 keeps the process simple and offers everything you need to keep your data safe and organized.
Secure private cloud
Enable anywhere, anytime access to up to 36 TB of data.*
*Raw capacity. Usable storage capacity may vary depending on drives used and RAID configuration.
Simple backup hub
Create spare copies of your documents and media for easy recovery.
Efficient operation
Keep energy consumption low with just 17.3 W during operation.
Private cloud made easy
Quickly and easily import data from PCs, Macs, and external storage devices, and keep all your devices in sync for smoother file management.
Access from any device
Get to your files from PC, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, Android, iOS, or any device equipped with a browser. Keep your data private or easily share it using secure links.
Save storage space
Enable on-demand mode to download files onto your Windows PC or Mac only when you access them. Pin the most important ones or the ones you access more frequently for convenient offline accessibility.
Integrate with the cloud
Sync files between your private cloud and public cloud services, including Google Drive, Dropbox, and Microsoft OneDrive. Retain local copies of your cloud data for centralized management and data ownership.
Sync across locations
Say goodbye to long waits while downloading or uploading files. Continuously synchronize content between two Synology devices to enable fast local access at any location, no matter the amount of data.
Your data is in safe hands
Not all data storage is created equal. Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), the operating system that powers the DS223, leverages the efficient Btrfs file system to protect your data against data corruption and roll back any accidental or malicious changes thanks to the snapshot technology.
Versatile NAS for the modern home
Configure your DS223 to best suit your needs thanks to a host of complete solutions designed for every scenarios.
- Photo management
- Data protection
- Video surveillance
Photo management
View, sort, and share media in a breeze with smart and secure functions.
Minimize digital clutter
Keep your shots and clips organized using Synology Photos' smart sorting functions.
Collaborate with ease
Share media with family, friends, and collaborators through the privacy-focused sharing options in Synology Photos.
Data protection
Safeguard digital memories and important projects with intuitive backup tools.
Automatic media backup
Have photos and videos taken on mobile devices automatically uploaded to your private cloud with Synology Photos or Synology Drive.
Protection against cyberattacks
Leverage Synology Drive to protect data against ransomware attacks or accidental deletion with real-time or scheduled backups of your computer folders.
Video surveillance
Protect what matters with intuitive monitoring solutions for your home.
Wide compatibility
Connect up to 20 IP cameras by choosing from a wide selection of over 8,300 validated models or ONVIF devices.*
*Surveillance Station includes 2 free licenses. Connecting more cameras and devices requires additional licenses.
Universal access
Watch over your property the way your find most convenient. Watch camera streams through web browsers, desktop clients, or mobile apps. Get notified of events and take immediate action.
Protect your data platform
Add an extra layer of protection to your files with one of the built-in, license-free solutions available to back up your DS223.
Flexible backups
Back up your entire NAS, including system settings and applications, or select specific folders. Secure all backup data to multiple destinations.
Near-continuous protection
Take NAS protection to the next level by creating point-in-time copies of shared folders that can be replicated elsewhere and rapidly restored.
Hardware
CPU
CPU Model
Realtek RTD1619B
CPU Quantity
1
CPU Architecture
64-bit
CPU Frequency
4-core 1.7 GHz
Hardware Encryption Engine
Yes
Memory
System Memory
2 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
Drive Bays
2
Compatible Drive Type*
3.5" SATA HDD
2.5" SATA SSD
Hot Swappable Drive*
Yes
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.
External Ports
RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port*
1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port*
3
USB / SD Copy
Yes
Notes
This device's 1GbE LAN ports have a maximum transmission unit (MTU) size of 1,500 bytes.
The USB 3.0 standard was renamed to USB 3.2 Gen 1 by the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) in 2019.
File System
Internal Drives
Btrfs
EXT4
External Drives
Btrfs
EXT4
EXT3
FAT
NTFS
HFS+
exFAT
Appearance
Size (Height x Width x Depth)
165 mm x 108 mm x 232.7 mm
Weight
1.28 kg
Others
System Fan
92 mm x 92 mm x 1 pcs
Fan Speed Mode
Full-Speed Mode
Cool Mode
Quiet Mode
Brightness Adjustable Front LED Indicators
Yes
Power Recovery
Yes
Noise Level*
14.6 dB(A)
Scheduled Power On / Off
Yes
Wake on LAN / WAN
Yes
Power Supply Unit / Adapter
60 W
AC Input Power Voltage
100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency
50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption
17.343 W (Access)
4.08 W (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit
59.19 BTU/hr (Access)
13.92 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
Notes
Noise testing was conducted with the Synology system fully installed with Synology SATA SSDs and in an idle state. Two G.R.A.S. type 40AE microphones were placed at a 1 m distance from the front and rear of the device. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75°C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8%.
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)
Relative Humidity
5% to 95% RH
Other
Certification
FCC
CE
BSMI
VCCI
RCM
UKCA
EAC
CCC
KC
Environment
RoHS Compliant
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
Software - DSM Specifications
Storage Management
Maximum Single Volume Size*
108 TB
Maximum Internal Volume Number
64
SSD TRIM
Yes
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
Volume Expansion by Adding a HDD
Synology Hybrid RAID
Notes
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.
Actual maximum storage pool and volume sizes depend on drive sizes used, the number of drive bays available, and the RAID configuration.
File Services
File Protocol
SMB/AFP/NFS/FTP/WebDAV
Maximum Concurrent SMB/AFP/FTP Connections
200
Windows Access Control List (ACL) Integration
Yes
NFS Kerberos Authentication
Yes
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
Maximum Local User Accounts
1,024
Maximum Local Groups
256
Maximum Shared Folder
256
Maximum Shared Folder Sync Tasks
4
Hybrid Share
Hybrid Share Folder Number
5
Log Center
Syslog Events per Second
400
General Specifications
Networking Protocols
SMB1 (CIFS), SMB2, SMB3, NFSv3, NFSv4, NFSv4.1, NFS Kerberized sessions, iSCSI, HTTP, HTTPs, FTP, SNMP, LDAP, CalDAV
Supported Browsers
Google Chrome
Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Safari
Supported Language
English, Deutsch, Français, Italiano, Español, Dansk, Norsk, Svenska, Nederlands, Polski, Magyar, Português do Brasil, Português Europeu, Türkçe, Ceský
Notes
For an updated list of supported browser versions, check the DSM Technical Specifications from Synology.com.
As an international traveller you are entitled to bring a certain amount/value of goods that are free of Customs duty and exempt Goods and Services tax (GST) into New Zealand. This is called your duty free allowance and personal goods concession. It is important to review these for any purchases you make on The Mall.
Your duty free allowance entitles you to bring into New Zealand the following quantities of alcohol products free of customs duty and GST provided you are over 17 years of age. You do need to be 18 years or over to purchase.
- Up to six bottles (4.5 litres) of wine, champagne, port or sherry or
- Up to twelve cans (4.5 litres) of beer
- And three bottles (or other containers) each containing not more than 1125ml of spirits, liqueur, or other spirituous beverages
Goods other than alcohol and tobacco, whether purchased overseas or purchased duty free in New Zealand, that have a combined total value not exceeding NZ$700 may also be brought as part of your personal goods concession.
When travelling overseas there are legal limits on the amount of duty free alcohol and other goods you can take with you. These amounts will vary depending on the country you are flying into. We always recommend you check the latest limits and exemptions.
Your order can be picked up at an Auckland Airport Collection Point. There is one in departures and one at arrivals in the international terminal. Alternatively, if you are arriving between 11pm and 6am you will be able to collect your order from our lockers. See map
Please bring your order confirmation email and your passport. If you are collecting from lockers you will have been sent an email with your access code, be sure to have this on you in order to collect your order.
If you’re departing Auckland Airport, we recommend that you come to the Auckland Airport Collection Point at least 60 minutes before your flight. If you miss your pickup time or your flight details have changed please let us know as soon as possible.
When you collect your order you will have the opportunity to inspect the items and sign for them.
If you need to return an item, our Collection Point team are there to help you. If you are collecting after hours please return the item to your locker and our team will be in touch as soon as possible. You may also like to view our Returns & refunds which provides information on how this works and outlines the individual retailer's returns and refunds policies.
After Hours Collections
If your order needs to be collected after the Auckland Airport Collection Point desk is closed, your order will be placed in the lockers next to the desk. All the details you will need to collect your order will be provided in your Order Confirmation and Ready to Collect Email.