Synology DiskStation DS225+ Private Cloud Media Server, Stream, Back Up Photos & Share Files, Intel CPU for Hardware Transcoding (2-Bay Diskless NAS)

Synology Private Cloud Media Server

Powerful Intel Celeron Media Server

The Synology DS225+ is powered by an Intel Celeron J4125 quad-core processor with 2.0 GHz base and 2.7 GHz turbo frequency. This powerful CPU enables hardware transcoding for seamless media streaming to your devices. Manage all your documents, photos, and other files with complete data ownership. The advanced processing power makes it ideal for Plex media servers, photo indexing, and running multiple applications simultaneously.

Private Cloud Access from Anywhere

Manage and share your files from anywhere with seamless private cloud access. Store, sync, access, and share data from any device, wherever you are. Work seamlessly between different platforms and devices. Access your files through mobile apps, desktop clients, and a browser-based interface. Quickly and easily roll back files in case of accidental deletion, mistakes, malware, etc., with versioning.

Advanced Photo Management with Object Recognition

Effortlessly back up and organize photos, videos, and other files with user-friendly setup and robust management. Automatically organize your content into albums using facial recognition, geolocation, tags, and object recognition. Create secure share links all in one place. Object recognition requires an upgrade of memory capacity to a minimum of 4 GB. The DS225+ is perfect for photographers and content creators.

Boost Team Productivity with Collaborative Tools

Enhance workplace collaboration with Synology’s productivity solutions. Create, edit, and share documents across teams in real time. Host an on-premises mail server to provide web-based email access while maintaining full data ownership. Additionally, stay connected through secure one-on-one chats, public channels, encrypted private channels, and group conversations.

NAS-to-NAS Synchronization

Improve workflow efficiency and team alignment across data sites with automatic one- or two-way site-to-site syncing. Files and folders are kept up-to-date across sites, so everyone stays aligned, whether at home, in the office, or across different branches all while maintaining full control of your data.

Hybrid Cloud Storage Integration

Empower global workflows with high-speed access to data from anywhere in your network. Our hybrid cloud solution caches frequently used files locally for rapid access, while less frequently accessed data is stored in the cloud, reducing your on-site storage requirements.

Sync to or from the Public Cloud

Automatically keep data in sync between Synology NAS and major cloud providers. Choose from over 20 cloud connectors such as AWS S3, BackBlaze B2, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Microsoft OneDrive. Multiple protocol support, client-side encryption, and customizable sync and bandwidth controls enable efficient synchronization and security across platforms.

Comprehensive Backup and Recovery

Consolidate and automate backup tasks for PCs, file servers, VMs, SaaS applications, and more. Administer device backups remotely through a centralized portal and quickly restore specific files or entire devices. Protect all data, applications, and configurations on your Synology systems with comprehensive scheduled backups, including bare-metal backups, to local and remote servers, external drives, or cloud storage destinations.

Defend Against Malware with Immutable Snapshots

Safeguard critical LUNs and shared folders with automated immutable snapshots backed by custom retention policies. Built-in support for offsite replication further ensures robust business continuity. Protect your data against ransomware attacks with point-in-time recovery.

Professional Video Surveillance

Protecting your business has never been easier, with centralized management, support for over 8,700 IP camera models, and remote monitoring and playback. Synology’s scalable video management system provides all the tools you need for live monitoring, investigation, management, and backup. Supports up to 25 IP cameras at 1080p H.264 with 750 FPS and 20 cameras at 4K H.265 with 200 FPS.

Hardware Engineered for Performance

Powered by an Intel Celeron J4125 quad-core processor with 2 GB DDR4 non-ECC memory (expandable to 6 GB). Features 2 x 3.5″ SATA drive bays with support for RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, Basic, and Synology Hybrid RAID configurations. Connectivity includes 1x 1GbE and 1x 2.5GbE LAN ports for high-speed networking, and 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports with USB copy button. The 92mm system fan with adjustable speed modes ensures optimal thermal management.

Ultra-Quiet and Energy-Efficient

Engineered for quiet operation with a noise level of just 19.6 dB(A). Consumes only 16.98 watts during access and 6.08 watts during HDD hibernation. Supports scheduled power on/off cycles and hard drive hibernation to minimize power consumption. Extend the standard 3-year hardware warranty up to 5 years with Extended Warranty Plus.

Works Best with Synology Drives

Leverage high sustained performance and reliability with well-engineered drives designed specially for Synology systems. Compatible with Plus Series 3.5″ SATA HDD (HAT3300 Series), Enterprise Series 3.5″ SATA HDD (HAT5300 Series), and Enterprise Series 2.5″ SATA SSD (SAT5200 Series). Optional memory upgrade available with D4NS01-4G module.

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Products Specifications

• Brand: Synology
• Model: DiskStation DS225+
• Product Type: 2-Bay NAS Enclosure
• CPU: Intel Celeron J4125 Quad-Core 2.0 GHz (Base) / 2.7 GHz (Turbo)
• CPU Architecture: 64-bit
• Hardware Encryption Engine: Yes
• Memory: 2 GB DDR4 non-ECC (Expandable to 6 GB with D4NS01-4G)
• Total Memory Slots: 1
• Drive Bays: 2 x 3.5″ SATA HDD or 2.5″ SATA SSD
• Hot Swappable: Yes
• Maximum Single Volume Size: 108 TB
• Maximum Internal Volume Number: 32
• Supported RAID Types: Synology Hybrid RAID, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1
• RAID Migration: Basic to RAID 1
• Volume Expansion: Synology Hybrid RAID, RAID 1
• Network Ports: 1 x RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port, 1 x RJ-45 2.5GbE LAN Port
• USB Ports: 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports (1 Front, 1 Rear)
• USB Copy Button: Yes
• System Fan: 92 mm × 92 mm × 1 pc
• Fan Speed Modes: Full-Speed, Cool, Quiet
• Noise Level: 19.6 dB(A)
• Power Consumption: 16.98 watts (Access), 6.08 watts (HDD Hibernation)
• Power Supply: 60 watts AC Adapter
• AC Input: 100V to 240V AC, 50/60Hz
• Dimensions: 165 mm × 108 mm × 232.2 mm (Height × Width × Depth)
• Weight: 1.3 kg
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
• Operating Humidity: 8% to 80% RH
• Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% RH
• Internal File Systems: Btrfs, ext4
• External File Systems: Btrfs, ext4, ext3, FAT32, NTFS, HFS+, exFAT
• File Protocols: SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, WebDAV, Rsync
• Maximum Local User Accounts: 512
• Maximum Local Groups: 128
• Maximum Shared Folders: 128
• Certifications: FCC, CE, BSMI, VCCI, RCM, UKCA, EAC, CCC, KC, BIS
• RoHS Compliant: Yes
• Warranty: 2-Year Hardware Warranty (Extendable to 3 Years with Extended Warranty Plus)

DiskStation Manager (DSM) Specifications

• File Services:
  • Maximum SMB Connections: 5 (FSCT-Based)
  • Windows ACL Integration: Yes
  • NFS Kerberos Authentication: Yes
• Account & Shared Folder:
  • Maximum Local User Accounts: 512
  • Maximum Local Groups: 128
  • Maximum Shared Folder: 128
  • Maximum Shared Folder Sync Tasks: 4
• Hyper Backup:
  • Folder and Package Backup: Yes
  • Entire System Backup: Yes
• Snapshot Replication:
  • Maximum Snapshots per Shared Folder: 128
  • Maximum System Snapshots: 1,024
  • Maximum Replication Tasks for Shared Folders: 16
• Synology Drive:
  • Maximum Users: 10
  • Maximum Hosted Files: 100,000
• Surveillance Station:
  • Default Licenses: 2 (Additional cameras require purchase)
  • H.264 Support: 1080p: 25 channels 750 FPS, 3M: 25 channels 350 FPS, 5M: 25 channels 280 FPS, 4K: 17 channels 170 FPS
  • H.265 Support: 1080p: 25 channels 750 FPS, 3M: 25 channels 600 FPS, 5M: 25 channels 480 FPS, 4K: 20 channels 200 FPS
• Synology Office:
  • Maximum Users: 10
• Synology MailPlus / MailPlus Server:
  • Free Email Accounts: 5
  • Maximum Users: 20
• Virtual Machine Manager:
  • Recommended Virtual Machine Instances: 2
  • Recommended Virtual DSM Number: 2 (including 1 Free License)
• VPN Server:
  • Maximum Connections: 4
• General Specifications:
  • Supported Protocols: SMB1 (CIFS), SMB2, SMB3, NFSv3, NFSv4, NFSv4.1, NFS Kerberized sessions, iSCSI, HTTP, HTTPs, FTP, SNMP, LDAP, CalDAV
  • Supported Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari
  • Supported Languages: English, Deutsch, Français, Italiano, Español, Dansk, Norsk, Svenska, Nederlands, Русский, Polski, Magyar, Português do Brasil, Português Europeu, Türkçe, Český, ภาษาไทย, 日本語, 한국어, 繁體中文, 简体中文
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What’s in the Box

• 1 x Synology DiskStation DS225+ Main Unit
• 1 x Accessory Pack
• 1 x AC Power Adapter (60W)
• 1 x AC Power Cord
• 2 x RJ-45 LAN Cables
• 1 x Quick Installation Guide

Note: Hard drives are NOT included. This is a diskless NAS enclosure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What processor does the Synology DS225+ have and why is it important?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ is powered by an Intel Celeron J4125 quad-core processor with 2.0 GHz base and 2.7 GHz turbo frequency. This powerful CPU enables hardware transcoding for seamless media streaming, making it ideal for Plex servers and photo indexing. It is significantly more powerful than ARM-based NAS models. For additional storage expansion, consider the UGREEN 60737 USB 3.0 to SATA Dual-Bay HDD Docking Station.

Q2: Can I upgrade the memory on the DS225+?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ comes with 2 GB DDR4 non-ECC memory and is expandable up to 6 GB (2 GB + 4 GB) using the optional D4NS01-4G memory module. Object recognition in Synology Photos requires a minimum of 4 GB memory. Please select Synology memory modules for optimum compatibility and reliability. For SSD storage, explore the UGREEN 90264 M.2 NVMe Hard Drive Enclosure.

Q3: What are the network capabilities of the DS225+?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ features dual LAN ports one 1GbE and one 2.5GbE RJ-45 port. This allows for network aggregation or failover, providing high-speed data transfer up to 2.5 Gbps. Pair with a compatible 2.5GbE switch or router for maximum performance. For USB expansion, check the UGREEN 20805 USB 3.0 Hub 4 Ports.

Q4: How many IP cameras can the DS225+ support for surveillance?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ supports Synology Surveillance Station with 2 default camera licenses. It supports up to 25 IP cameras at 1080p H.264 with 750 FPS and 20 cameras at 4K H.265 with 200 FPS. It is compatible with over 8,700 validated IP cameras and ONVIF devices. For reliable network connectivity, check the UGREEN 50737 USB C to Ethernet Adapter.

Q5: Is the DS225+ energy efficient?

A: Yes, the DS225+ consumes only 16.98 watts during access and 6.08 watts during HDD hibernation. It operates at just 19.6 dB(A) for quiet operation and supports scheduled power on/off cycles to minimize power consumption. For power accessories, explore the UGREEN 60468 36W USB-C Wall Charger.

Q6: What is the warranty period for the DS225+?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ comes with a 3-year hardware warranty that can be extended to 5 years with Extended Warranty Plus. The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your receipt. This is longer than standard 2-year warranties offered by many competitors. For additional protection, consider the UGREEN 40705 Cable Protector USB Cable Saver.

Q7: Can I use the DS225+ as a Plex media server?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ is an excellent choice for a Plex media server. The Intel Celeron J4125 processor with hardware transcoding support allows you to stream 4K video to multiple devices simultaneously. Combine with compatible hard drives like the UGREEN 30849 USB 3.0 External HDD Enclosure for expanded storage.

Q8: How many users can the DS225+ support?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ supports up to 10 users for Synology Drive, 10 users for Synology Office, and 20 users for MailPlus. It also supports up to 512 local user accounts and 128 local groups. This makes it suitable for small to medium-sized teams. For photo backup, check the UGREEN 40752 USB 3.0 SD Card Reader.

Q9: What are the physical dimensions of the DS225+?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ measures 165 mm × 108 mm × 232.2 mm (Height × Width × Depth) and weighs 1.3 kg. Its compact form factor with hot-swappable drive bays makes it ideal for home offices and small business environments. For desktop organization, explore the UGREEN 80708 Adjustable Aluminum Phone Holder.

Q10: What RAID configurations does the Synology DS225+ support?

A: Yes, the Synology DS225+ supports Synology Hybrid RAID, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, and RAID 1 configurations. It also supports RAID migration from Basic to RAID 1 and volume expansion with larger HDDs. For USB hub expansion, check the UGREEN 50985 Ultra Slim 4 Port USB 3.0 Hub.