Synology DS224+ NAS - 12TB, 2-Bay, 4-Core Intel Celeron

The Synology DS224+ is a 2-bay Network Attached Storage (NAS) device engineered for small businesses and collaborative teams seeking centralized data management. It features two drive bays that can accommodate both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA hard drives as well as solid-state drives (SSDs), providing flexibility in storage configuration and capacity expansion. The unit is built around an Intel Celeron J4125 quad-core processor with a base clock speed of 2.0 GHz and a burst speed of up to 2.7 GHz, ensuring efficient performance for file management, data sharing, and light computational tasks. Supporting up to 6GB of DDR4 RAM, the DS224+ offers ample memory capacity for multitasking and improved responsiveness when handling multiple user connections or running resource-intensive applications.

Network connectivity is provided through two dedicated 1 GbE RJ-45 LAN ports, enabling reliable wired connections for local network access and data transfer. Additionally, the device includes two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports that facilitate direct connection to external storage devices or peripherals such as printers, enhancing its versatility in everyday use scenarios. The DS224+ operates on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), a powerful browser-based operating system that simplifies administration through an intuitive interface, allowing users to manage files, applications, and security settings from any web-enabled device.

Security is a central focus of the DS224+, with built-in tools designed to protect against emerging threats while ensuring safe access to data across multiple devices. It supports secure file access and synchronization features that enable users to maintain up-to-date copies of their files across different locations without compromising performance or integrity. The NAS can handle up to 2048 user accounts with a maximum of 1500 concurrent connections, making it suitable for environments requiring shared access while maintaining robust control over permissions and user activity.

This product bundle includes the DS224+ NAS enclosure along with two Seagate IronWolf hard drives, each offering 6TB of storage capacity for a total of 12TB of usable space when configured in RAID 1 or single disk mode depending on redundancy needs. The inclusion of these enterprise-grade hard drives ensures reliability and durability in continuous operation environments where data integrity is crucial.

The Synology DS224+ provides an optimal balance between performance, scalability, and security for organizations looking to streamline their data management processes without unnecessary complexity or cost. Its compact design makes it ideal for deployment in office spaces or home environments where space is at a premium but the need for reliable storage remains high. Whether used as a media server, backup solution, or collaborative workspace hub, the DS224+ offers essential tools that support modern digital workflows efficiently and securely.