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I sent something earlier, this is a continuation. I really like the Synology DS223j from what I read. I like the sofetware, especially Name Recognition. I have now spent a lot of time reviewing the products and I amd begining to think , for the money, the DS224+ sounds good. Will it take an 8 TB per slot? Does it have RAID... and there was something about active backup? Does it have all the software of the DS 223j. A lot of folk do not seem to like the DS224. Is the '+' Better. For the money, is there somethingesle I should consider. A suggestion. When you start your review, can you mention the approx date. You like coffee? I take it you are in the UK. Is there a Tim Hortons nearby?
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You're on the right track with the DS224+—it's a much better choice than the DS223j if you want Name (Face) Recognition and more powerful software features.
Here’s what you need to know:
It supports 8TB drives per slot (up to 108TB max with expansion).
It supports RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, Synology Hybrid RAID, JBOD, etc.).
It has Active Backup for Business (something the DS223j lacks).
It includes all software features of the DS223j, plus more.
People who don’t like the DS224+ usually compare it to more powerful NAS models (like the DS423+), but for the money, it’s the best Synology 2-bay option.
If you’re open to other brands, you could look at the Asustor AS5402T—it has faster hardware and better expansion, but lacks Synology’s AI-powered photo features.
Yes, Synology reviews are best with dates—tech moves fast! And yes, I like coffee. If I were in Canada, I’d definitely grab a Tim Hortons! ☕
