Synology DS124 – External HDD/SSD NAS Overview
The Synology DiskStation DS124 is a compact, 1‑bay NAS designed to bring all your scattered data into one secure, centralized hub. Ideal for home users, professionals, and small teams, it offers effortless organization, sharing, and protection of your files through Synology’s powerful DiskStation Manager (DSM) platform.

Key Hardware Features
Processor: Realtek RTD1619B Quad‑Core 1.7 GHz

Memory: 1GB DDR4

Drive Support: 1 × 3.5" SATA HDD (native support)

Connectivity:

1 × Gigabit Ethernet port

2 × USB‑A 3.2 Gen 1 ports for external HDD/SSD or peripheral expansion

Cooling & Noise: 60 × 60 mm fan with noise‑dampening design (19 dBA)

Power: 36W AC adapter, 100–240V input

Smart, Secure Private Cloud
Create your own private cloud and access your data anytime, anywhere using Synology Drive. Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, Chromebook, Android, and iOS, it ensures seamless access across all your devices.

Efficient Data Sharing & Collaboration
Share files easily with up to 2048 user accounts and 1500 concurrent connections

Work smoothly with partners or clients using DSM’s built‑in collaboration tools

Sync data across multiple Synology devices using Drive ShareSync

Intelligent Backup & Protection
Real‑time or scheduled backups to safeguard against accidental deletion or ransomware

On‑demand sync to save local storage

Cloud Sync support for Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and more

Full system backups with Hyper Backup

Point‑in‑time snapshots with Snapshot Replication

Photo & Media Management
Organize photos and videos with facial recognition, geolocation, tags, and smart albums. Share media securely using Shared Space with enhanced privacy controls.

Professional Video Surveillance
Compatible with 8300+ IP cameras and ONVIF devices

Access live feeds via browser, desktop client, or mobile app

Receive instant alerts and respond quickly to events

Energy Efficient & Quiet
The DS124 is engineered for low power consumption with scheduled power controls and HDD hibernation. Its quiet 19 dBA operation makes it ideal for home or office environments.

Warranty & Optional Upgrades
Comes with a 2‑year limited warranty, with the option to extend coverage through Synology Extended Warranty Plus.