Synology
Synology DiskStation DS224+ (diskless)
The two-bay NAS people buy to stop paying for cloud storage. Drives sold separately.
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Full specifications
| Bays | 2× 3.5in SATA |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Celeron J4125 |
| RAM | 2GB DDR4 (expandable to 6GB) |
| Network | 2× Gigabit |
| OS | Synology DSM |
| Features | Photos, Drive, Plex, backup apps |
| RRP (indicative) | $749 our estimate, not a verified retail price |
What's good
- DSM is the best NAS software available
- Excellent backup and photo apps
- Very reliable
What's not
- Gigabit only, no 2.5GbE
- Drives add $300–800 to the total
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