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title: Synology DiskStation DS225+ 2 Bay Desktop NAS Drive
date: 2025-08-21T08:44:13Z
modified: 2026-05-22T14:05:12Z
permalink: "https://tech.co.za/product/synology-diskstation-ds225-2-bay-desktop-nas-drive/"
type: product
status: publish
excerpt: Manage all your documents, photos, and other files, back up applications and devices, and protect your assets with professional video surveillance.
wpid: 549634
product_brand:
  - Synology
product_type:
  - simple
product_visibility:
  - featured
product_cat:
  - Data Storage
  - External Drives
pa_form:
  - "2.5\""
  - "3.5\""
pa_interfaces:
  - Ethernet
  - USB
pa_types:
  - External
featured_image: "https://tech.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DS225a.jpg"
---

| CPU |  |
| --- | --- |
| CPU Model | Intel Celeron J4125 |
| CPU Quantity | 1 |
| CPU Core | 4 |
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit |
| CPU Frequency | 2.0 (base) / 2.7 (turbo) GHz |
| Hardware Encryption Engine | Yes |
| Memory |  |
| System Memory | 2 GB DDR4 non-ECC |
| Total Memory Slots | 1 |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 6 GB (2 GB + 4 GB) |
| Storage |  |
| Drive Bays | 2 |
| Drive Type [(See all supported drives)](https://www.synology.com/en-sg/compatibility?search_by=drives) | 3.5″ SATA HDD 2.5″ SATA SSD |
| Hot Swappable Drive\* | Yes |
| Notes | Compatible drives are mandatory. Please consult our [compatibility list](https://www.synology.com/compatibility?search_by=drives) before purchasing hard drives. For more details, please refer to [this article](https://kb.synology.com/DSM/tutorial/Drive_compatibility_policies). |
| External Ports |  |
| RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port | 1 |
| RJ-45 2.5GbE LAN Port | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port | 2 |
| USB Copy | Yes |
| Notes | MTU value of 1GbE LAN port has a limit of 1500. |
| More info: | [https://www.synology.com/en-sg/products/DS225+#specs](https://www.synology.com/en-sg/products/DS225+#specs) |

![](https://tech.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/image-1-1024x484.jpg)