Synology Disk Station (DS420+)
The Synology DS420+ is a high performance NAS with SSD cache acceleration capability.
It is designed for IT enthusiasts and home users. Equipped with a 2-core processor and built-in M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD slots for cache acceleration, DS420+ is ideal for data sharing, video streaming, and photo indexing.
Synology Disk Station (DS420+) Key Features
- Two built-in M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots permit cache acceleration without occupying storage drive bays.
- Intel dual-core processor with AES-NI hardware encryption engine; over 226 MB/s sequential read and 225 MB/s sequential write throughput.
- 2 GB DDR4 memory (expandable up to 6 GB)
- Average 15% performance boost to photo indexing and other computing-intensive operations, as well as database response time.
- By default, two camera licenses are installed; extra licenses can be purchased (CLP1, CLP4, or CLP8).
Boost performance with built-in SSD slots
DS420+ provides two built-in M.2 SSD slots so that you can take full advantage of Synology SSD Cache functionality. Add SSD cache for up to 20 times faster I/O response without using front drive bays.
Accelerate demanding applications
A more powerful CPU speeds up computing-intensive applications. The new 2-core processor boosts photo indexing, database response times, and web PHP response efficiency. Easily categorize your photo memories, smoothly manage files across computers and mobile devices, and enjoy blazing fast web applications.
Access and sync your files seamlessly
Synology Drive provides a built-in universal portal to access your data anytime and anywhere, and synchronize all your files across platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.
Establish a Strong Storage Foundation with Btrfs
The DS420+ features a Btrfs file system optimised by Synology to offer you high reliability and high performance. Btrfs supports advanced storage technologies that meet the needs of modern business:
- Advanced snapshot technology provides schedulable and near-instantaneous data protection of shared folders and LUNs.
- File and folder level data restoration offers users who wish to restore only a specific file or folder more flexibility.
- Flexible Shared Folders and User Quota System provide comprehensive quota control on all user accounts and shared folders.
- File self-healing allows Btrfs file systems to auto-detect corrupted files using mirrored metadata and to recover broken data using RAID configurations.
- Inline compression compresses data before writing them to the drive, to optimise storage use and reduce write commands to the drives.
Your Personal Multimedia Library
The DS420+ helps you easily manage multimedia content and share it across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms.
- Video Station helps you organise your personal digital video library using different data and criteria. Streaming videos to Apple TV, Android TV, Samsung TV, Chromecast and mobile apps is a breeze, and a wide range of digital devices are supported.
- Audio Station provides music playback via AirPlay devices, and comes with lossless audio format support and internet radio. Using the Alexa Audio Station feature, you can call out your music to your Voice Assistant.
- Moments' and Photo Station's intuitive design fit both home users and professional photographers. Auto-created albums help you manage your images in seconds. You can also share photographs with local users or the public while regulating security using fine permission settings.
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Synology Disk Station (DS420+) Technical Specification
CPU/Memory
- CPU Model: Intel Celeron J4025
- CPU Quantity: 1
- CPU Architecture: 64-bit
- CPU Frequency: 2-core 2.0 (base) / 2.9 (burst) GHz
- Hardware Encryption Engine: (AES-NI)
- System Memory: 2 GB DDR4 non-ECC
- Total Memory Slots: 1
- Maximum Memory Capacity: 6 GB (2 GB + 4 GB)
- Notes: Please select Synology memory modules for optimum compatibility and reliability. We will not provide complete product warranty or technical support if non-Synology memory modules are used for memory expansion.
- Notes: Synology reserves the right to replace memory modules with the same or higher frequency based on supplier's product life cycle status. Rest assured that the compatibility and stability have been strictly verified with the same benchmark to ensure identical performance.
Storage
- Drive Bays: 4
- M.2 Drive Slots: 2 (NVMe)
- Compatible Drive Type* (See all supported drives)
- 3.5" SATA HDD
- 2.5" SATA HDD
- 2.5" SATA SSD
- M.2 2280 NVMe SSD
- Notes: "Compatible drive type" indicates drives that have been tested to be compatible with Synology products. This term does not indicate the maximum connection speed of each drive bay.
External Ports
- RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port 2 (with Link Aggregation / Failover support)
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port* 2
- Notes: The USB 3.0 standard was renamed to USB 3.2 Gen 1 by the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) in 2019.
File System
- Internal Drives: Btrfs, EXT4
- External Drives: Btrfs, EXT4, EXT3, FAT, NTFS, HFS+, exFAT
- Notes: exFAT Access can be installed for free from Package Center in DSM 7.0. In DSM 6.2 or earlier versions, exFAT Access needs to be purchased in Package Center.
Other
- Size (Height x Width x Depth): 166 mm x 199 mm x 223 mm
- Weight: 2.18 kg
- System Fan 92 mm x 92 mm x 2 pcs
- Fan Speed Mode: Full-Speed Mode, Cool Mode, Quiet Mode
- Noise Level*: 19.8 dB(A)
- Power Supply Unit / Adapter: 90 W
- AC Input Power Voltage: 100 V to 240 V AC
- Power Frequency: 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
- Power Consumption*: 28.30 W (Access), 8.45 W (HDD Hibernation)
- British Thermal Unit: 96.5 BTU/hr (Access), 28.81 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
- Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH
- Certification: FCC, CE, BSMI, EAC, CCC, KC, VCCI, RCM
- Warranty: 3 Years
- Notes: Power consumption is measured when it is fully loaded with Western Digital 1TB WD10EFRX hard drive(s).
- Notes: Noise Level Testing Environment: Fully loaded with Seagate 2TB ST2000VN000 hard drive(s) in the idle state. Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones, each set up 1 meter away from the Synology NAS at the front and rear. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8%
Package Contents
- Main Unit X 1
- Accessory Pack X 1
- AC Power Adapter X 1
- AC Power Cord X 1
- RJ-45 LAN Cable X 2
- Quick Installation Guide X 1