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Synology DS220j 2 bay NAS DiskStation Diskless

Synology DS220j 2 bay NAS DiskStation Diskless

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Our take on the Synology DS220j 2 bay NAS DiskStation Diskless

The DS220j is Synology's entry-level two-bay NAS, sold diskless so you add your own drives. It runs DiskStation Manager, a mature operating system for file sharing, scheduled backups, photo and media streaming, and remote access through Synology's apps. Its hardware is modest: a Realtek quad-core CPU and 512MB of non-upgradeable RAM, so it handles file serving and backup well but struggles with heavy multitasking, virtual machines and lots of Docker containers. Compared with Synology's Plus-series two-bay units, it gives up expandable memory, faster networking and CPU headroom in exchange for simplicity and low power draw, which suits households and light office users rather than power users.

Best forHouseholds wanting a central file server and backup targetPhone photo backup and private cloud storageStreaming a personal media library to TVs and devicesFirst-time NAS buyers who want simple software
Pros
  • DiskStation Manager is polished and easy to learn
  • Low power draw for always-on operation
  • Handles file sharing, backup and media streaming reliably
  • Mobile apps for photo backup and remote file access
  • Two bays allow mirrored RAID for drive-failure protection
Cons
  • 512MB RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded
  • Realtek CPU limits Docker, VMs and heavy multitasking
  • No M.2 or PCIe expansion and only gigabit Ethernet
  • 2.5-inch drives need a separate holder
  • Encrypted transfers are slow on this hardware

Synology DS220j 2 bay NAS DiskStation Diskless prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners treat the DS220j as a dependable, quiet entry NAS for backups and file sharing. Most praise DSM and the simple setup, while criticising the fixed 512MB of RAM and slow performance once several services run at once.

What people mention
  • SoftwarePraisedOwners like DSM's clear interface and the range of backup and sharing apps it includes.
  • MemoryCriticisedThe 512MB of RAM is fixed and reviewers say it becomes the bottleneck with several services running.
  • PerformanceMixedFile serving and backups are fine, but indexing, encryption and media transcoding are slow.
  • NoisePraisedUsers describe it as quiet enough to keep in a living space.
  • SetupPraisedFirst-time NAS owners report the guided setup and drive installation are straightforward.

About the Synology DS220j 2 bay NAS DiskStation Diskless

The Synology DS220j is a 2-bay NAS (network attached storage) that is sold diskless, so you add your own drives. It works as an always-on file server for a household, used to store, share and back up personal data.

It runs DiskStation Manager (DSM), Synology's operating system, which is designed to be intuitive and easy to learn. You can access and share data from Windows, macOS and Linux computers and from mobile devices.

An integrated media server streams multimedia content. The iOS and Android apps give access to private cloud files on the go and can back up photos from a mobile device.

Type
2-bay NAS, diskless
Operating system
DiskStation Manager (DSM)
Drive types
3.5 inch SATA HDD; 2.5 inch SATA HDD and 2.5 inch SATA SSD (both need the optional 2.5 inch Disk Holder)
Compatibility
Windows, macOS and Linux computers; iOS and Android mobile devices
Media
Integrated media server for streaming
Drives included
None (diskless)

Questions and answers

Does the DS220j come with hard drives?
No. It is sold diskless, so you buy and install your own 3.5-inch SATA drives. 2.5-inch drives and SSDs need an optional holder.
Can I upgrade the RAM?
No. The 512MB of memory is soldered and not user-replaceable, which is the main limit on running many apps.
Is it good for Plex transcoding?
No. The Realtek CPU has no hardware transcoding, so it can stream files your player supports but will struggle to convert video on the fly.
Does it support Docker or virtual machines?
No. Docker and Virtual Machine Manager are not supported on the DS220j; those need a Plus-series model.
How many drives can fail without losing data?
With two drives in Synology Hybrid RAID or RAID 1, one drive can fail and your data stays available until you replace it.
Can I access my files remotely?
Yes. Synology's QuickConnect and mobile apps let you reach files and back up phone photos over the internet.
Where is the Synology DS220j 2 bay NAS DiskStation Diskless cheapest?
At AMT Computers & Electronics, for $224.74, as of our latest check.

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