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Synology DS225+ 8TB (Synology HAT33) 2-Bay Plus Series - Intel Celeron J4125 Quad-core, 2GB Non-ECC DDR4 SODIMM upgradable to 6GB Using D4NS01-4G. 1 x 2.5GbE and 1 x 1GbE RJ-45 LAN Port
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Synology DS225+ 8TB (Synology HAT33) 2-Bay Plus Series

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Bottom line: The Synology DS225+ 8TB 2-Bay Plus Series is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the external storage category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ The DS225+ requires compatible drives. Please refer to the Synology compatibility list.
  • ✓ Backed by Synology's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Synology DS225+ 8TB (Synology HAT33) 2-bay Plus series - Intel Celeron J4125 quad-core, 2GB non-ECC DDR4 SODIMM upgradable to 6GB using D4NS01-4G. 1 x 2.5GbE and 1 x 1GbE RJ-45 LAN port

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Synology DS225+ 8TB 2-Bay Plus Series using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the external storage category. Synology's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for external storage of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • The DS225+ requires compatible drives. Please refer to the Synology compatibility list.
  • The new 2-bay Plus series model in the Intel Celeron J4125 quad-core processor is positioned to replace DS224+
  • 2 GB non-ECC DDR4 SODIMM by default, and upgradeable to 6 GB (2 GB + 4 GB)
  • Supports new memory module: D4NS01-4G
  • Built-in 1 x 2.5GbE and 1 x 1GbE RJ-45 LAN port

Full Specifications

Size2U
BrandSynology
ColorBlack
Weight4g
MaterialMetal
Model NumberDS225+/8TB-HAT33
Mounting TypeTabletop
Mfr Part NumberDS225+/8TB-HAT33
Compatible DevicesHard Drive
Enclosure MaterialMetal
Supports new memory moduleD4NS01-4G
Full listing titleSynology DS225+ 8TB (Synology HAT33) 2-Bay Plus Series - Intel Celeron J4125 Quad-core, 2GB Non-ECC DDR4 SODIMM upgradable to 6GB Using D4NS01-4G. 1 x 2.5GbE and 1 x 1GbE RJ-45 LAN Port

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