Product information

Pros and cons

According to our NAS expert

  • The NAS is ready for use for all types of operating systems, so you don't have to format your device.
  • With 1GB of RAM and the Quad-Core processor, you can carry out multiple edits with more than 10 people at the same time.
  • You can manage all of your files and organize the documents in folders via Synology Drive, which you can use to connect extra devices to the NAS as well.
  • With room for only 1 hard drive, this NAS isn't suitable for making backups or RAID setups and doesn't have M.2 slots to create a fast cache memory.
  • This NAS doesn't include hard drives or SSDs, so check out our accessories for a full package.

Description

Store your favorite media and business files on the Synology DS124. This small and compact NAS has room for 1 hard drive, which you can use to store all your important documents on. Thanks to the small size, this NAS easily fits on a small desk. The DS124 was developed for small companies, so you can share files on a small and local server more easily. Do you work with a Windows laptop while your colleagues work with a MacBook? No problem. The NAS is ready for use for Windows, Mac / iOS, Linux, Chromebook, and Android. That means you can get started right away. Thanks to the 1GB RAM and Quad-Core RealTek processor, you can process all tasks without delays and multitask with an entire small company on the same NAS at the same time. Just like with all Synology NAS models, you can also use Synology Drive Server with the DS124. This allows you to edit the storage space of the NAS from every connected device. That's useful if you're working from home and still want access to your files.

This is what you get

  • Manual
  • Mounting kit
  • Power cord
  • RJ-45 LAN cable

Key specs

Number of hard drive slots

1

Suitable for hard drive size

3.5-inch HDD

Internal RAM

1 GB

Processor cores

Quad-Core (4)

Built-in hard drive

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Rating

  • 5 stars

    9

  • 4 stars

    2

  • 3 stars

    0

  • 2 stars

    0

  • 1 star

    0

Most helpful reviews

9,2/10 ()

Transitioning from DS118 to DS124 was a piece of cake

  • The transition from DS118 to DS124 was very easy!!

Placed existing HDD from DS118 in DS124, turned on DS124, confirmed 'Migrate', and after 20 minutes everything worked as usual!!!

  • CJM

  • 21 September 2023

  • Automatic translation off Dutch

7,6/10 ()

Lower quality than other Synology (or Monday morning)

  • Compact housing.
  • Quiet.
  • Energy efficient.
  • Poor quality or Monday morning model

The DS124 should replace the existing DS415play. Because it is only used for cameras, no more RAID10 but a single large disk. In addition to new ones to be there early if the DS415 ever breaks down, also pay attention to power consumption. Unfortunately, this device was of poor quality. Within hours, outages began to occur. The breakdown of the fan was the final straw after 2 days. Fortunately, it can be exchanged.

  • Guido

  • 15 October 2023

  • Automatic translation off Dutch

8,0/10 ()

Simple thing, nice software with handy online integration

  • Easily create external backup
  • Make convenient photo backups with the Android app
  • No USB connection at the front

Software is a little clearer than my old 10 year old qnap. I hope for a similar longevity. Everything works as expected and the photo functionality in combination with the Android app is a big plus. Be very careful with settings in terms of file system, backup retention, etc., because the defaults are not always correct.

  • Thomas

  • 17 March 2024

  • Automatic translation off Dutch

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You can select one of the insurances below in your shopping cart. It will protect your brand new NAS against damage and/or theft.

Coverage

  • Fall and impact damage
  • Manufacturing errors outside the warranty
  • Theft
  • Water damage

What isn't covered?

  • Damage caused by gross negligence isn't covered
  • Damage that doesn't affect the product functioning (such as dents) isn't covered

Your ERGO product insurance

This insurance is governed by Belgian law. That's why you can always go to the or our customer service. You have a 30-day return window, so you're not bound to anything. The insurance can be cancelled every year, even if you've paid in advance. If you cancel it earlier, you receive the overpaid amount back.

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ERGO Product insurance
  • Pay 3 years in advance €27.99 one-time payment (€9.33 per year)
  • Pay 5 years in advance €42.99 one-time payment (€8.60 per year)

In case of damage, a deductible of 10% (repair) or 10% (theft) applies

Synology DS124

Specifications

Product

Product number

934567

Manufacturer code

DS124

Brand

Synology

Warranty

2 years

Processing of your defect

Via Coolblue

Memory properties

Built-in hard drive

Number of hard drive slots

1

Suitable for hard drive size

3.5-inch HDD

RAID

Basic

Internal RAM

1 GB

Total number of RAM slots

1

Expandable memory

Functions

NAS functions

Backup server, Download server, FTP server, Mail server, Photo server, Surveillance station, Web server, iTunes server

NAS application center

Maximum number of shared folders

256

Maximum number of local users`

1024

Plex support

Number of IP camera licenses included

None

DLNA

UPnP AV support

FTP server

On/off switch

Automatic switch on/off

Kensington lock

Apple Time Machine support

Chromecast support

Suitable for IFTTT

Recommended for use

Making a backup, Media streaming, Personal cloud

Connectors and connections

Connection type

Wired

LACP Link aggregation

Thunderbolt connector

Bluetooth

Number of Ethernet ports

1

Processor properties

Processor brand

RealTek

Processor family

RealTek

Processor cores

Quad-Core (4)

Clock speed

1,7 GHz

Physical properties

Depth

22,4 cm

Width

7,1 cm

Height

16,6 cm

Type NAS

Upright

Color

Black

Weight

700 g