Designed with both work and leisure in mind, the Synology DS223 2-Bay NAS with Seagate IronWolf 8TBfrom Synology DS223 2-Bay NAS with Seagate IronWolf 8TBhas all the tools you need to create an intuitive and secure platform to centralize, organize, and share your data. It is equipped with two drive bays that natively support 3.5" SATA hard drives, as well as 2.5" SATA hard drives and SSDs. Using its dual drive bays, this NAS will allow you to store and share a large number of files, including videos, music, photos, and documents with up to 1024 user accounts.

The DS218 runs on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) OS, which is a browser-based operating system that helps to simplify managing your Synology NAS. Its CPU is a Realtek RTD1619B and its 2GB of DDR4 RAM allows frequently used files and applications to be quickly accessed. Also featured are three USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports for connecting peripherals, and network connectivity is achieved via the integrated Gigabit Ethernet port.

For those who require RAID support, the DS223 supports RAID 0 and 1, as well Synology Hybrid RAID and Basic RAID, each of which offers performance, data redundancy, or a combination of both. For those who do not require a RAID, JBOD is also available, allowing each drive bay to be individually utilized.

The DS223 is engineered to be energy efficient. Not only does it feature a 92mm fan to help keep the system running cool at all times, its noise dampening design makes for quiet operation. The server supports numerous scheduled power on / off cycles and hard drive hibernation to further minimize power consumption and operation expenses.

The Synology DiskStation DS223 2-Bay NAS Enclosure operates on 100-240 VAC at 50/60 Hz and includes an accessory pack, an AC power adapter, an AC power cord, and an RJ45 LAN cable. It is protected by a limited 2-year warranty.

8TB Storage Capacity    2 x 4TB 5400 rpm SATA III 3.5" NAS HDDs    Realtek RTD1619B CPU    2GB of DDR4 RAM    1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port    3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 Ports    RAID 0, 1, Basic, Hybrid, and JBOD    Encryption    Synology DiskStation Manager OS

Move away from data scattered across devices. Your Synology NAS can serve as a go-to platform to securely and conveniently store any type of data with comprehensive and intuitive file access and management tools.

• Enable QuickConnect to access your NAS directly from web browsers without configuring complex port forwarding rules.
• Browse and manage your files from any browser with Synology Drive, or access familiarly from the local network using common network protocols.
• Keep your shots and clips organized using Synology Photos' smart sorting functions.
• Deploy your Synology NAS as edge storage by fitting it easily into the existing network infrastructure thanks to Windows AD and LDAP integration.

Make it easy to share documents and digital memories with family and friends, and boost productivity while working in a team or with your clients.

• Build a private data cloud for easy file management and sharing across all platforms, and keep the content of two Synology systems in sync with Synology Drive.
• Maintain a reduced local footprint by streaming data on demand from a central data repository through the cloud with Hybrid Share.
• Synchronize data from and to popular cloud storage platforms with Synology

  Cloud Sync.

• Share media with family, friends, or collaborators through the privacy-focused sharing options in Synology Photo.

Synology DSM comes equipped with a complete host of backup solutions available at no extra cost.

• Leverage Synology Drive to protect data from ransomware attacks or accidental deletion with real-time or scheduled backups of your PC folders.
• Safeguard photos and videos taken on mobile devices by automatically creating remote copies with Synology Drive or Synology Photos.
• Efficiently back up your entire Synology NAS or select folders to multiple

  destinations using Hyper Backup.

• Store backups on C2 Storage, a dedicated and secure cloud destination powered by Synology C2.
• Take NAS protection to the next level with Snapshot Replication by creating point-in-time copies of shared folders that can be replicated to other Synology systems and rapidly restored.

Synology Surveillance Station transforms any Synology system into a powerful network video recorder (NVR).

• 8300+ supported camera models.
• ONVIF support for a broader selection of cameras.
• Private, subscription-free storage of recordings.
• Access through web browsers, desktop clients, or mobile apps.
• Event-based rules to trigger specific actions.
• Email, SMS, and push notification options.
• Dual recording to the cloud with C2 Surveillance for online access and

  convenient sharing.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this sync natively to Sharepoint Online? This will be a network scan folder synced to SPO Document Library.

A: Users of the Synology DiskStation DS1522+ 5-Bay NAS Enclosure can backup their files to Sharepoint Online by installing Active Backup for Microsoft 365, a free addon for Synology NAS units.

Q: 2. On the Synology site it only lists Synology branded drives as compatible, what's the situation?

A: The 4TB IronWolf drives included in the Synology 8TB DiskStation DS223 2-Bay NAS Enclosure Kit with Seagate IronWolf NAS Drives (2 x 4TB) kit are listed as compatible with the DS223 by Synology.

Q: 3. Would it work with DS720?

A: The DS 720 is not listed as compatible with the Synology 60TB DX517 5-Bay Expansion Enclosure Kit with Seagate NAS Drives (5 x 12TB) BH #SYDX51760TBI.

Q: 4. I found it really hard to look for footage inside the nas because it’s slow, what should I do to increase the speed? Already installed two fast nvme.

A: NAS performance can be linked to many factors, such as drive speed, the type of RAID you are using, and the speed of your local network. If you have your DS1522+ configured in RAID 1 or JBOD, consider using a faster configuration such as RAID 0 or 5. If the NAS is connected to a network switch, make sure that it is using a gigabit port. If it is connected directly to your router, make sure that your local network is operating with appropriate speed and bandwidth and that the computer you use for editing is using a wired Ethernet connection instead of WiFi.

Q: 5. What RJ45 10Gb Ethernet adapter would work in this? I only see SFP+ from Synology.

A: You could use B&H # SYE10G18T1 with the Synology 128TB DiskStation DS1821+ 8-Bay NAS Enclosure Kit with Seagate NAS Drives (8 x 16TB) BH #SYDS1821128P.

Q: 6. what is the max stowage?

A: The Synology DiskStation DS223 2-Bay NAS Enclosure BH #SYDS223 is a 2 bay enclosure. Max storage is determined by the currently available HDD capacities.

Q: 7. Does it come with the drives installed and configured, or just bundled to purchase? Also, are the discs hot swappable?

A: The Synology 60TB DiskStation DS1522+ 5-Bay NAS Enclosure Kit with Seagate IronWolf NAS Drives (5 x 12TB), B&H # SYDS1522P60K, does not come with the drives pre-installed or configured; it is only bundled to purchase together. Excluding the M.2 slots, the drive bays have hot-swap functionality.

Q: 8. What is the largest size hard drive I can put into this nas?

A: The Synology DiskStation DS1522+ 5-Bay NAS Enclosure (B&H # SYDS1522P) will support up to 20TB with their Synology hard drives. With 3rd party drives the enclosure will support up to 16TB. https://bhpho.to/3V8YRJ7

Q: 9. Does Synology give warnings when using iron wolf hard drives?

A: The Synology DiskStation DS1522+ 5-Bay NAS Enclosure will not give you a warning if you use a compatible hard drive. https://bhpho.to/3XvhIA3

Q: 10. Is it worth Upgrading from the 920+ to the 1522+?

A: In order to determine if upgrading to the Synology 60TB DiskStation DS1522+ 5-Bay NAS Enclosure Kit with Seagate IronWolf NAS Drives (5 x 12TB) would be good for you, you should evaluate your specific needs as well as the cost of the update, and use those as guides to figure out if the cost is worth the benefit. Here is a comparison chart you can use to help you evaluate how the two NAS enclosures differ. See: https://bhpho.to/3I4wPYf