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.1
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
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 scenario.
Photo management
Data protection
Video surveillance
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.
30%faster photo indexing
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.2
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.
DiskStation DS223
- 1) Status indicator
- 2) LAN indicator
- 3) Drive status indicator
- 4) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port
- 5) USB copy button
- 6) Power Button
- 7) Fan
- 8) USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
- 9) Reset button
- 10) 1GbE RJ-45 port
- 11) Power port
- 12) Kensington Security Slot
Hardware Specs
CPU
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CPU Model | Realtek RTD1619B |
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CPU Quantity | 1 | |
CPU Architecture | 64-bit | |
CPU Frequency | 4-core 1.7 GHz | |
Hardware Encryption Engine | ||
Memory
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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
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Drive Bays | 2 |
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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. | |
External Ports
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RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port | 1 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port* | 3 | |
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File System
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Appearance
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Size (Height x Width x Depth) | 165 mm x 108 mm x 232.7 mm |
Weight | 1.28 kg | |
Others
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System Fan | 92 mm x 92 mm x 1 pcs |
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Brightness Adjustable Front LED Indicators | ||
Power Recovery | ||
Noise Level* | 14.6 dB(A) | |
Scheduled Power On / Off | ||
Wake on LAN / WAN | ||
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) |
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British Thermal Unit | 59.19 BTU/hr (Access) 13.92 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation) |
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Temperature
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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 | |
Certification
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Environment
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RoHS Compliant | |
Packaging Content
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Software Specs
DSM Specifications
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Storage Management
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Maximum Single Volume Size* | 108 TB |
Maximum Internal Volume Number | 64 | |
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Supported RAID Type |
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RAID Migration | Basic to RAID 1 | |
Volume Expansion with Larger HDDs |
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Volume Expansion by Adding a HDD | Synology Hybrid RAID | |
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File Services
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File Protocol | SMB/AFP/NFS/FTP/WebDAV |
Maximum Concurrent SMB/AFP/FTP Connections | 200 | |
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
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Maximum Local User Accounts | 1,024 |
Maximum Local Groups | 256 | |
Maximum Shared Folder | 256 | |
Maximum Shared Folder Sync Tasks | 4 | |
Hybrid Share
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Maximum Hybrid Share Folders | 5 |
Hyper Backup
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Folder and Package Backup | |
Log Center
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Syslog Events per Second | 400 |
General Specifications
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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 | |
Synology Chat
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Download Station
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Maximum Concurrent Download Tasks | 80 |
SAN Manager
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Maximum iSCSI Target Number | 10 |
Maximum LUN | 10 | |
LUN Clone/Snapshot, Windows ODX | ||
Media Server
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DLNA Compliance | |
Synology Photos
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Facial Recognition | |
Snapshot Replication
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Maximum Snapshots per Shared Folder | 256 |
Maximum of System Snapshots | 4,096 | |
Surveillance Station
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Maximum IP cam (Licenses required) | 20 (including 2 Free License). |
Total FPS (H.264) | 600 FPS @ 720p (1280x720) 460 FPS @ 1080p (1920x1080) 300 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536) 150 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944) 110 FPS @ 4K (3840x2160) |
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Total FPS (H.265) | 600 FPS @ 720p (1280x720) 500 FPS @ 1080p (1920x1080) 400 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536) 350 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944) 200 FPS @ 4K (3840x2160) |
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Synology Drive
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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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Synology Office
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Maximum Users | 200 |
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Maximum Connections | 20 |