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Overview:
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.
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.
Features:
Private cloud made easy Import data from PCs, Macs, and other external storage devices at a 14% faster rate 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 Store and organize photos, albums, and other media with smart and intuitive features. Leverage privacy-focused options to share media securely with friends, family, or colleagues.
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.
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.
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* (See all supported drives)
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
For more information on how power consumption is measured, refer to this article.
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%.
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Synology DS223Synology Diskstation DS223 2 bay Desktop NAS is available for R6015. The product is sold by ComX Computers as new. Prices are valid today 2026-07-26 (before , by quote, while stocks last). The product is expected to be in stock, although this is not guaranteed.
Available from this online computer store delivering door-to-door in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Pretoria, Pietermaritzburg, Polokwane, Durban and all over South Africa.
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