Synology DiskStation DS223j 2-Bay NAS Enclosure
Description
The Synology DiskStation DS223j is a compact, energy-efficient two-bay NAS designed for secure private-cloud storage, seamless file sharing, and reliable data protection—all managed via the intuitive Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) interface.
Hardware Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Drive Bays | 2 × 3.5″ or 2.5″ SATA HDD/SSD |
| CPU | Realtek RTD1619B quad-core 1.7 GHz |
| Memory | 1 GB DDR4 |
| Network Interface | 1 × Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| USB Ports | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A |
Software & Core Features
- Secure private cloud access via Synology Drive on desktop (PC/Mac/Linux/Chromebook) and mobile (iOS/Android) clients
- Easy file sharing and real-time collaboration with Synology Office for documents, spreadsheets, and slides
- Multi-site synchronization using Synology Drive ShareSync to keep folders in sync across multiple DiskStations
- Cloud Sync integration for Google Drive, Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, and more, with local copies retained for centralized management and ownership
- Advanced Btrfs file system with built-in file self-healing and fast snapshot technology to guard against data corruption and accidental changes
Advanced Data Protection
- Snapshot Replication for point-in-time copies of shared folders, enabling rapid rollback in case of ransomware or user error
- Hyper Backup to back up system configurations and data to external USB drives, other Synology NAS units, or public cloud services for multi-destination resilience
Multimedia & Surveillance
- Smart media library in Synology Photos with automatically generated albums, facial recognition, geolocation tags, and more for photo and video organization
- Surveillance Station support for over 8 300 IP cameras (ONVIF compatible), including two free camera licenses for live view, recording, and event alerts
Ideal Use Cases
- Small teams and home offices needing an easy-to-manage private cloud for document and media sharing
- Remote and hybrid workflows requiring secure access and file synchronization across locations
- Ransomware-resilient environments leveraging snapshots and versioning for rapid recovery
- Creative professionals seeking centralized storage, media preview, and collaborative editing without complex IT overhead
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