Synology DS220+ NAS TimeTec 8GB and 16GB Memory Test

Memory I tested in this video (with amazon links):

Other Memory that has been tested and worked:

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If you have purchased a new NAS Drive in the last few months, then chances are that you would use it to the best if its abilities increasing the memory to the maximum in order to run more apps and allow more users to access the device at any time. The latest 2020 Generation of Synology NAS (the DS920+, DS420+, DS720+ and DS220+), much like the older gen devices, all arrive with the ability to upgrade the memory to 8GB, but some users like to push this limitation, using unofficial memory from brands like crucial or Kingston, installing bigger and faster memory. Generally speaking, Synology NAS has a long-standing reputation for being underpowered when compared to brands like QNAP and Asustor, at least out of the box, choosing to focus on their award-winning DSM software. This is changing a bit in 2019/2020 with the newer Synology drives featuring improved hardware choices, but still, for many, it seems a little underwhelming. One potential benefit that’s highlighted to improve performance considerably multiple users is to upgrade the RAM (Random Access Memory) in the Synology NAS drive. Today’s post will cover my thoughts on the usefulness of upgrading the factory-installed RAM, how to determine if a RAM upgrade is needed at all and exactly how to do this. Let’s start with the latter, do you need to upgrade RAM?

[armenianmate]

@NASCompares There is no inconsistency in graphs if you use "Safari" rather than "Chrome" or "Edge". I tested several times in my DS220+ and I can confirm this bro

[djtyros]

7:26 - I cant believe you're blaming the red line glitch on the ram, i had so much respect for you before this

[timsandman]

Thank you for another Vis=deo to help make my 1st tippy-toes in to NAS. I'm salivating and eeking out at the prospect. Just waiting to decide which NAS is best for moi!

[mitchhoneysett]

Did as per recommendation. when installed and started the DS220+ did not reboot after 10mins shutdown removed memory. started OK. Crucial 16GB DDR4-2666 SODMM 1.2V CL19

[albertludick]

Do a performance test does it even make a difference? Does the OS utilise it properly

[davidsco]

How about slowing down, and perhaps explaining to us how and where to install Synology Assistant

[AD-rclj]

The TimeTec 16GB didn't work with 220+, any idea what to do?

[darrelriley]

When I click on your link above & select Crucial 8gb (for ds220+) it takes me to a 16gb amazon ad.
Can you tell me the model number of compatible crucial 8gb memory .. thanks.

[MattiaVanniRiccione]

Hello, i have add Crucial RAM CT8G4SFRA266 8GB DDR4 2666 MHz CL19 but my DS220+ not see it... what I have wrong?

[petemanning]

I spent a fortune on the official Synology RAM for this device and it STILL didn't boot - thankfully Amazon being Amazon are sending a brand new unit less than 24 hours after contact (have to send the other one back) - although I'm tempted not to bother upgrading again, seems far too much hassle and VERY expensive.

[Areddy]

mine is not even booting up after using a 4gb ram unbuffered non-ecc memory module. the blue keep flashing on
can You help me

[tarunprakashsingh]

DS918+ can support how much ram unofficially?

[nigelbarrett]

My unmodified 2GB 220+ has those graphical glitches in the resource monitor.

[EViL]

Sage advise - Don't be a moron and fall into the "<Product> Compatible" or "Recommended by <vendor>" traps. The only thing special about that RAM is its 2-3x overpriced.

I've used TimeTec in my NAS's for the past 2 years (Had 5 in that time). When I brought 64GB for my two TS-873's, its cost a third of the price that QNAPs "official" RAM would cost (£400 vs £1200).