Synology DS423 RED 24TB (4x 6TB) NAS

The Synology DS423 RED 24TB is a high-performance 4-bay NAS designed for small and medium businesses, creative professionals, and home users who need reliable centralized storage. Pre-configured with 4x 6TB Western Digital Red Plus hard drives, it offers a total raw capacity of 24TB, ready to use out of the box. Powered by a Realtek RTD1619B quad-core processor and 2GB DDR4 memory, it delivers fast data transfers and supports multiple RAID configurations for data protection.

Advantages

With the DS423 RED, you get a complete storage solution that combines hardware and drives, eliminating the need for separate purchases. The included WD Red Plus drives are optimized for NAS environments, ensuring 24/7 reliability. The Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system provides an intuitive interface for managing files, backups, multimedia streaming, and surveillance. Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports support link aggregation and failover, enhancing network performance and reliability.

Suitable for

• Small and medium businesses needing centralized file storage and sharing
• Creative professionals requiring fast access to large media files
• Home users building a media server or backup solution
• Surveillance applications with support for up to 30 IP cameras

Key specifications

• Processor: Realtek RTD1619B Quad-core 1.7 GHz
• Memory: 2 GB DDR4 non-ECC
• Drive Bays: 4 (3.5" SATA HDD/SSD, 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD)
• Included Drives: 4x 6TB Western Digital Red Plus
• Total Raw Capacity: 24 TB
• Network: 2x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
• USB: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
• RAID Support: SHR, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10
• File System: Btrfs, EXT4
• Power Consumption: ~28.34 W (access), ~8.45 W (HDD hibernation)
• Warranty: 3 Years (NAS unit)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use the DS423 RED with Synology's own expansion units or compatible UPS. The included drives are pre-configured in a RAID array; you can change the RAID type during initial setup. This NAS is ideal for users who want a plug-and-play solution without the hassle of sourcing drives separately.