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Synology DS220+ 2-Bay NAS 8TB WD Red Plus Bundle
Synology DS220+ 2-Bay NAS 8TB WD Red Plus Bundle
Synology DS220+ 2-Bay NAS 8TB WD Red Plus Bundle
Synology DS220+ 2-Bay NAS 8TB WD Red Plus Bundle
Synology DS220+ 2-Bay NAS 8TB WD Red Plus Bundle
Synology DS220+ 2-Bay NAS 8TB WD Red Plus Bundle
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Synology DS220+ 2-Bay NAS 8TB WD Red Plus Bundle

★★★★★4.9 (19 reviews)

Centralize backups and file access across every device on your network with a 2-bay, 8TB NAS running Synology's DSM.

$699.99*
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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated:Jul 14, 2026.Price and availability are subject to change.

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Overview

The Synology DS220+ is a 2-bay NAS powered by an Intel Celeron J4025 dual-core processor (2.0 GHz base, 2.9 GHz burst) with 2GB DDR4 RAM expandable to 6GB. This bundle pairs the enclosure with two 4TB WD Red Plus CMR drives, giving you 8TB raw storage — typically configured as a 4TB mirrored array (SHR or RAID 1) for data redundancy. Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports with link aggregation support deliver theoretical throughput of up to 2 Gbps to a compatible managed switch. The hardware is modest by 2024+ standards, but Synology's DiskStation Manager (DSM) software is what elevates this beyond a simple file server: it provides a full operating system with package-based apps for backup, cloud sync, photo management, Docker containers, surveillance, and more.

This NAS is built for home users and small offices who need centralized, always-on storage for Mac/PC backups (Time Machine and Windows File History both work natively), cross-device file sync via Synology Drive, and media serving. It handles Plex with direct play comfortably, though hardware transcoding for 4K is limited by the J4025. The WD Red Plus drives included in this bundle are CMR (not SMR), meaning they handle sustained write workloads and RAID rebuilds reliably — an important detail often overlooked in NAS drive selection. If your primary needs are backup, file sharing, and light application hosting, the DS220+ with this 8TB bundle is a turnkey solution that runs quietly, sips power, and provides a software ecosystem that scales well beyond basic NAS functionality.

Key Features

2-core 2.0 GHz, burst up to 2.9 GHz

Secure data with comprehensive built-in security tools to protect your devices against evolving threats.

Access and sync your files seamlessly

Simplified backup solution for your Mac, PC, and mobile devices.

Specifications

Brand
Synology
Model
DS220+
Processor
Intel Celeron J4025, Dual-Core 2.0 GHz (burst up to 2.9 GHz)
RAM
2GB DDR4 (expandable to 6GB)
Drive Bays
2
Included Drives
2× 4TB WD Red Plus HDD (8TB total raw)
LAN Ports
2× RJ-45 1GbE (Link Aggregation supported)
Operating System
Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM)
RAID Support
SHR, RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD
Key Features
Centralized backup, file sync, multimedia streaming, security tools

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Dual-core Celeron J4025 with burst to 2.9 GHz handles file serving, backup, and sync workloads without breaking a sweat.
  • Bundled 2x 4TB WD Red Plus (CMR) drives are NAS-rated out of the box — no separate drive purchase or compatibility research needed.
  • Synology DSM operating system provides enterprise-grade backup, sync, and app ecosystem in a consumer-friendly interface.
  • Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports support link aggregation for up to 2 Gbps throughput to compatible switches.
  • 2GB RAM is expandable to 6GB, providing upgrade headroom for Docker containers or heavier workloads down the road.

👎 Cons

  • 2GB base RAM limits concurrent heavy applications — running Plex transcoding, Surveillance Station, and Docker simultaneously will strain the system.
  • Gigabit Ethernet caps sequential transfer speeds at roughly 110–115 MB/s — no 2.5GbE or 10GbE option on this model.
  • Two-bay design means RAID 1 cuts your usable storage in half (4TB from 8TB) — users needing capacity should consider 4-bay models.
  • The J4025 processor lacks hardware transcoding muscle for 4K Plex streams to multiple clients simultaneously.
  • No built-in UPS — an external UPS is strongly recommended to protect against data corruption from power loss during writes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The DS220+ runs a dual-core Intel Celeron J4025 at 2.0 GHz (burst to 2.9 GHz) with 2GB DDR4 RAM. For file serving, Time Machine backups, Synology Drive sync, and light Docker containers, it's more than adequate. It will bottleneck on heavy simultaneous transcoding or running multiple demanding apps — the RAM is expandable to 6GB if you need headroom.
This bundle ships with two 4TB WD Red Plus drives (8TB total raw, or roughly 4TB usable in RAID 1 / SHR mirrored mode). WD Red Plus drives are CMR-based and rated for NAS workloads. You can replace them with larger drives in the future — the DS220+ supports drives up to 16TB+ per bay.
Yes. Synology's DSM software natively supports Apple Time Machine via SMB. You can set a quota per Mac and back up multiple machines to the same NAS with no additional software required.
With two bays, your options are SHR (Synology Hybrid RAID, functionally a mirror), RAID 1 (mirror — 4TB usable from 8TB raw), RAID 0 (striped — full 8TB but no redundancy), or JBOD. For data protection, SHR or RAID 1 is recommended.
Yes. Synology QuickConnect provides relay-based remote access without opening ports on your router. For faster remote performance, you can optionally configure DDNS with port forwarding or use a VPN through the built-in VPN Server package.

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