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Synology DS223j 12TB NAS Bundle WD Red Plus
Synology DS223j 12TB NAS Bundle WD Red Plus
Synology DS223j 12TB NAS Bundle WD Red Plus
Synology DS223j 12TB NAS Bundle WD Red Plus
Synology DS223j 12TB NAS Bundle WD Red Plus
Synology DS223j 12TB NAS Bundle WD Red Plus
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Synology DS223j 12TB NAS Bundle WD Red Plus

1 GB DDR4USB 3.2

A ready-to-go 12TB NAS bundle that makes centralized home and small-office storage simple right out of the box.

$718.49*
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Overview

The Synology DS223j 12TB NAS Bundle pairs Synology's entry-level 2-bay enclosure with two pre-installed 6TB WD Red Plus hard drives, delivering a plug-and-play network storage solution for homes and small offices. Powered by a Realtek RTD1619B quad-core processor and 1GB of DDR4 memory, the DS223j runs Synology's DiskStation Manager operating system, giving you access to a rich ecosystem of applications for file sharing, automated backups, media streaming, and surveillance. The two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports allow you to connect external drives or UPS devices, while the single gigabit Ethernet port provides straightforward network connectivity.

Where this bundle shines is in its simplicity: the WD Red Plus drives are purpose-built for NAS environments with CMR recording technology and 24/7 rated duty cycles, and they arrive already seated in the enclosure. You can configure the drives in RAID 1 for a mirrored 6TB of protected storage or use Synology Hybrid RAID for flexibility. While the DS223j lacks the expandable RAM, multi-gig networking, and NVMe caching of Synology's higher-end Plus series, it remains a compelling choice for users who need reliable centralized storage without the complexity or cost of a more advanced system.

Key Features

Store, share, and protect Configure your DS223j to manage all your documents, photos, and other files, or protect your physical assets with professional video surveillance.

CPU Model Realtek RTD1619B, System Memory 1 GB DDR4 non-ECC

Safely access and share files and media from anywhere, and keep clients, colleagues and collaborators on the same page

1x RJ-45 1GbE LAN-Port, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port

Synology DS223j 2-Bay 12TB Bundle with 2x 6TB WD Red Plus

Specifications

CPU
Realtek RTD1619B Quad-Core
System Memory
1 GB DDR4 non-ECC
Drive Bays
2
Included Drives
2x 6TB WD Red Plus (12TB Total Raw)
LAN Ports
1x RJ-45 1GbE
USB Ports
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this bundle includes two pre-configured 6TB WD Red Plus drives for a total of 12TB raw storage.
Yes, Synology's QuickConnect service and mobile apps allow you to access your NAS remotely without complex router configuration.
Yes, you can configure the two bays in SHR or RAID 1 for mirroring, which gives you redundancy at the cost of usable capacity, or use JBOD/RAID 0 for maximum space.
The DS223j is designed for home use and operates quietly, though spinning hard drives will produce some audible noise compared to an SSD-based setup.
It runs Synology's DiskStation Manager (DSM), a Linux-based OS with a web interface for file management, backups, media streaming, and more.

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