Synology DiskStation DS220j

The Synology DiskStation DS220j is an affordably priced, two-bay NAS device designed for use as a personal cloud solution. It's easy to install, offers a wealth of apps, and delivered speedy performance in testing.

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Product details

  • 24/7 file server for your household to store share and backup personal data
  • Award-winning DiskStation Manager (DSM) brings intuitive operation flow and reduces learning curve
  • Access and share data with any Windows, macOS, and Linux computers or mobile devices
  • Integrated media server to support multimedia content streaming. Freely access private cloud files on-the-go and back up mobile photos with iOS and Android apps
  • Compatible Drive Type - 3.5 inch SATA HDD, 2.5 inch SATA HDD (with optional 2.5 inch Disk Holder), 2.5 inch SATA SSD (with optional 2.5 inch Disk Holder). "Compatible drive type" indicates drives that have been tested to be compatible with Synology products. This term does not indicate the maximum connection speed of each drive bay
  • Check Synology knowledge center or YouTube channel for help on product setup and additional information
  • Check the product specification page for the software or application you want to use

PROS

+ Reasonably priced
+ Solid performance
+ Easy to install and manage
+ Generous app catalog

CONS

- Drives not included
- Requires tools
- Only one LAN port

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on April 09, 2020
The Synology DiskStation DS220j is an affordably priced, two-bay NAS device designed for use as a personal cloud solution. It's easy to install, offers a wealth of apps, and delivered speedy performance in testing.
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