DS220j is an entry-level 2-bay NAS designed for home and personal users to store and share photos, videos, and documents. The private cloud solution is powered by the award-winning DiskStation Manager (DSM) OS, providing an intuitive user interface and safe data protection approaches for easy digital asset backups from computers and mobile devices at no additional cost.
Centralized backup solution for your digital devices
Synology's comprehensive multi-version backup solutions protect your digital assets on computers (Windows/Mac) and mobile phones (Android/iOS) against malicious attacks, including the rising threat from encryption-based ransomware.
Stream content to your TV
Turn your Synology NAS into a home media hub and stream your digital content to your favorite electronic devices, including computers, mobile devices, Samsung TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, and DLNA devices.
Synology Hybrid RAID (SHR) technology
Storage management is easy with Synology Hybrid RAID (SHR) technology. SHR is an automated RAID management system that allows you to easily create and expand storage volumes and migrate RAID types without requiring details on the RAID setup. SHR provides 1-disk redundancy to safeguard your data in case of drive failures.
Cost-effective
SHR maximizes the data capacity of your RAID when different size HDDs are used. Calculate your RAID needs.
Easy Management
For new users with limited technical knowledge who want to protect their data using RAID technology, a convenient installation wizard will guide you through all the steps during your first installation.
Scalability
Add new disks on the fly in Storage Manager with a simple click. Learn more about SHR.
Flexibility
While creating a volume, choose to plan ahead and leave empty or unallocated space for future use.
Seamless integration with your mobile devices
Synology mobile applications are designed to give you quick and secure access to your data wherever you are.
Powered by Synology DSM
File Server/Management
Powerful built-in file management and sharing services.
Multimedia
Complete multimedia solution for management, streaming, and playback.
Hyper Backup
Store multiple backup versions with block-level incremental data backup and cross-version deduplication.
DSM UI
Award-winning operating system with an intuitive user interface and powerful capabilities.
Security
Comprehensive built-in security tools are constantly updated to protect your devices against evolving threats.
All-in-one server
Save additional investment by integrating various network services, web/mail services, management applications into your NAS.
Technical details |
Sustainability certificates | RoHS |
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Processor |
Processor family | Realtek |
Processor manufacturer | Realtek |
Processor model | RTD1296 |
Processor frequency | 1.4 GHz |
Processor cores | 4 |
On-board graphics card model | ARM Mali-T820 |
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Memory |
Internal memory | 0.512 GB |
Internal memory type | DDR4 |
ECC | N |
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Ports & interfaces |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
USB port | Y |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
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Weight & dimensions |
Width | 100 mm |
Depth | 225.5 mm |
Height | 165 mm |
Weight | 880 g |
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Power |
Power supply location | External |
Power supply unit (PSU) capacity | 60 W |
Number of power supply units | 1 |
Power consumption (typical) | 12.46 W |
Power consumption (HDD standby) | 5.06 W |
AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
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Operational conditions |
Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% |
Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 °C |
Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% |
Operating altitude | 0 - 5000 m |
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Network |
Ethernet LAN | Y |
Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
Wi-Fi | N |
iSCSI support | Y |
Wake-on-LAN ready | Y |
Data link protocols | SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, WebDAV, CalDAV, iSCSI, Telnet, SSH, SNMP, VPN |
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Storage |
Storage drives installed | N |
Number of storage drives supported | 2 |
Installed storage drive type | N |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
RAID support | Y |
Supported storage drive interfaces | Serial ATA |
Storage drive sizes supported | 2.5,3.5" |
Maximum supported storage capacity | 32 TB |
RAID levels | 0, 1, JBOD |
Online RAID migration | Y |
Online RAID expansion | Y |
Hot-swap drive bays | N |
Supported file systems | Fat, HFS+, NTFS, exFAT, ext3, ext4 |
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Software |
Operating system installed | DiskStation Manager |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 7 |
Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan |
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Packaging content |
External power adapter | Y |
Cables included | AC, LAN (RJ-45) |
Quick installation guide | Y |
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Other features |
Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified | Y |
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Design |
Chassis type | Mini Tower |
Cooling type | Active |
Product colour | White |
Number of fans | 1 fan(s) |
Fan diameter | 9.2 cm |
LED indicators | HDD, LAN, Power, Status |
Cable lock slot | Y |
Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
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Performance |
Type | NAS |
Device class | Home & Home Office |
Backup function | Y |
Backup features | Cloud, iSCSI LUN |
Multilingual support | Y |
Noise level | 18.2 dB |
Web-based management | Y |
Access Control List (ACL) | Y |
Reset button | Y |
On/off switch | Y |
Built-in iTunes server | Y |
Built-in FTP server | Y |
Browser supported | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Internet Explorer, Safari |
Share folder | SMB/NFS/AFP/FTP |
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Logistics data |
Harmonized System (HS) code | 84714100 |
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