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product_id: 537867669
title: "DS223J 2 Bay Desktop NAS, White"
brand: "synology"
price: "A$597"
currency: AUD
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reviews_count: 12
category: "Synology"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/537867669-ds223j-2-bay-desktop-nas-white
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# lightning-fast snapshots 36TB max storage secure multi-platform access DS223J 2 Bay Desktop NAS, White

**Brand:** synology
**Price:** A$597
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your data game with Synology DS223J — where speed meets security!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** DS223J 2 Bay Desktop NAS, White by synology
- **How much does it cost?** A$597 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/537867669-ds223j-2-bay-desktop-nas-white)

## Best For

- synology enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted synology brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Next-Gen File System:** Experience self-healing files and instant data snapshots for zero downtime.
- • **Robust Data Protection:** Back up your media and documents with versatile destination options.
- • **Seamless Remote Access:** Stay connected and collaborate effortlessly from anywhere in the world.
- • **Integrated Surveillance Ready:** Turn your NAS into a smart security hub with flexible camera monitoring.
- • **Massive 36TB Storage Capacity:** Centralize your entire digital life with room to grow.

## Overview

The Synology DS223J is a sleek 2-bay desktop NAS offering up to 36TB of centralized storage. Featuring a next-generation file system with self-healing and rapid snapshots, it ensures data integrity and lightning-fast access. With secure multi-platform sharing, versatile backup options, and integrated camera surveillance capabilities, it’s designed for professionals who demand reliable, flexible, and secure data management.

## Description

Consolidate up to 36TB, multi-platform access, advanced file system features, protect media library or document repository with flexible backup options.

Review: Synology to the rescue. - I get everything I need from this server. I primarily use it as an Emby server, but also for Surveillance Station, so my review will be based on those 2 things. For of all, it’s super simple to setup and get to the UI, which is also pretty user friendly. Installing apps is simple and setting up network shares is equally as simple. There’s advanced controls, like user rights, recycle bin functionality and that just scratches the surface, but again I didn’t need to take advantage too much of some of those. The Emby functionality is great and streaming anime from it is flawless. I last used a Mini PC which really struggled with decoding and made the experience terribly slow. I no longer have that issue (thankfully) as the server is pretty speedy - even for larger content. Surveillance Station was just as easy to setup with enough options for what I need. Allows me to backup my recordings instead of having to use Micro SD cards or Eufy’s cloud services, so I’m really pleased with that too. Overall, for the price I paid and the experience I’ve had - I’m thrilled. (Worth noting I bought some sound dampening feet to put it in a cabinet).
Review: Great NAS, easy setup with tonnes of apps - Synology have been making NAS solutions for a very long time. I decided to replace my ageing 10 year old NAS with this Synology. I've not been disappointed. Plug in and follow the instructions. Load a few apps and take access to your data every where you go. You can also set all your mobile devices to backup to your NAS and therefore eleviating the worry of lost phone data. I keep all my data on my NAS and I opted for a mirror configuration. I also have a cloud backup of critical data and a USB backup drive for periodic data backup. I work in IT and see data loss on a weekly basis by people who have all their data on one location. It pays to have multiple copies.

## Features

- Centralized Data Storage: Consolidate up to 36TB of data, and enjoy 100% data ownership and multi platform access form anywhere
- Next-Generation File System: Leverage file self-healing, lightning-fast data snapshots, rapid data cloning.
- Secure Sharing and Syncing: Safely access and share files and media from anywhere, and keep clients, colleagues and collaborators on the same page.
- Simple Data Protection: Back up your media library or document repository to a variety of destinations.
- Versatile Camera Surveillance: protect your premises with flexible monitoring tools.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Synology |
| Product Dimensions | 22.55 x 16.5 x 10 cm; 1.8 kg |
| Batteries | 1 AAAA batteries required. |
| Item model number | DS223J |
| Manufacturer | Synology |
| Series | DS223J |
| Colour | White |
| Form Factor | AT |
| Standing screen display size | 15 Inches |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Drive Interface | Serial ATA |
| Graphics Card Interface | Integrated |
| Wireless Type | 802.11n |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 4 |
| Hardware Platform | Standard |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Lithium Battery Energy Content | 2.6 Watt Hours |
| Lithium Battery Packaging | Batteries contained in equipment |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 5 Grams |
| Number Of Lithium Ion Cells | 4 |
| Item Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Synology
- **Colour:** White
- **Material:** Metal
- **Product dimensions:** 10D x 22.5W x 16.5H centimetres
- **Size:** Standard Warranty

## Images

![DS223J 2 Bay Desktop NAS, White - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41BMNGIf03L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it inbuild with hard disk or need to buy separately? Please clarify**
A: Some units come with hard disks some don't. The product info will tell if disks are included or not

**Q: is there an app available to connect via iPad and iPhone?**
A: Yes there are a couple of apps (Synology drive for files and Synology photo for photos)

**Q: I have a now discontinued WD Cloud Duo.  Can I swap out the drives from the Duo and use in this housing?**
A: Would have to reformat them, i would think.

**Q: Is this NAS able to use PLex Media Server, and is it powerful enough to stream music over a networked home soundsystem?**
A: Yes it can

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Synology to the rescue.
*by L***N on 26 January 2025*

I get everything I need from this server. I primarily use it as an Emby server, but also for Surveillance Station, so my review will be based on those 2 things. For of all, it’s super simple to setup and get to the UI, which is also pretty user friendly. Installing apps is simple and setting up network shares is equally as simple. There’s advanced controls, like user rights, recycle bin functionality and that just scratches the surface, but again I didn’t need to take advantage too much of some of those. The Emby functionality is great and streaming anime from it is flawless. I last used a Mini PC which really struggled with decoding and made the experience terribly slow. I no longer have that issue (thankfully) as the server is pretty speedy - even for larger content. Surveillance Station was just as easy to setup with enough options for what I need. Allows me to backup my recordings instead of having to use Micro SD cards or Eufy’s cloud services, so I’m really pleased with that too. Overall, for the price I paid and the experience I’ve had - I’m thrilled. (Worth noting I bought some sound dampening feet to put it in a cabinet).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great NAS, easy setup with tonnes of apps
*by C***L on 26 August 2024*

Synology have been making NAS solutions for a very long time. I decided to replace my ageing 10 year old NAS with this Synology. I've not been disappointed. Plug in and follow the instructions. Load a few apps and take access to your data every where you go. You can also set all your mobile devices to backup to your NAS and therefore eleviating the worry of lost phone data. I keep all my data on my NAS and I opted for a mirror configuration. I also have a cloud backup of critical data and a USB backup drive for periodic data backup. I work in IT and see data loss on a weekly basis by people who have all their data on one location. It pays to have multiple copies.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ OK, but not simple guide to setting up
*by N***N on 4 March 2025*

Works well and I found it OK to set up, however I relied upon my own IT knowledge to get it working. There are a plethora of documents available online, but no guidance on where to start. It really needs a simple guide for common use cases identifying where to look for the details. I am using it for data storage and file sharing within my network. It is good for this and much faster than an old WD MyWorldBook which it is replacing. It took about 90mins to load 600GB from my PC. It is slightly noisy (similar to a PC with traditional hard drive), but can be set to hibernate when not being accessed. It does sometimes wake itself up - I'm not sure why yet. Not really suitable for a bedroom, but OK elsewhere. For a simple NAS it was good value and much better than leaving data on a shared PC drive. If you don't want RAID, one could save money by only having one drive, but that would then lose data when the drive fails.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-09*