Synology DS124 RED 6TB (1x 6TB) 1-Bay Personal Cloud NAS

The Synology DS124 RED 6TB is a compact and energy-efficient 1-bay personal cloud NAS designed for home users and small offices. Pre-installed with a 6TB WD Red Plus hard drive, it offers a total storage capacity of 6TB, ideal for data backup, file sharing, and media streaming. Powered by a Realtek RTD1619B quad-core processor and 1GB DDR4 memory, it delivers reliable performance for everyday tasks.

Advantages

Easy to set up and manage with Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM). Low power consumption and quiet operation make it suitable for 24/7 use. Supports Btrfs and EXT4 file systems for data integrity and flexibility.

Suitable for

• Home users needing centralized file storage and backup
• Small businesses requiring a simple and reliable NAS
• Media enthusiasts for streaming photos, music, and videos

Key specifications

• NAS Type: 1-Bay Personal Cloud NAS
• Included HDD: 1x 6TB WD Red Plus (5400 RPM, CMR, 256MB cache)
• CPU: Realtek RTD1619B Quad-core 1.7 GHz
• Memory: 1 GB DDR4 non-ECC
• Drive Bays: 1 (supports 3.5" SATA HDD or 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD with optional holder)
• LAN: 1x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
• USB: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1
• Max Single Volume Size: 108 TB
• Power Consumption: 14.61 W (access), 7.88 W (HDD hibernation)
• Noise Level: 18.2 dB(A)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use Synology's own hard drives or compatible models listed on the compatibility list. Regularly update DSM to the latest version for security and features.