16GB Synology DS220+ NAS Unofficial Memory Upgrade Part I

[@Aceomron]

I just installed Crucial RAM CT8G4SFRA266 8GB DDR4 2666MHz CL19 on a DS220+ and it works like a charm. System seems to be faster than stock.

[@richardsuzannebennet777]

Hi Guys, just to let you know I have installed 4GB of Crucial DDR4-2666 SODIMM 1.2v CL 19 Part No CT4G4SFS6266 (Ebuyer quick find code 899627) Installed fine, the DS220+ runs as before with no issues and the graph showing installed ram shows 6GB and looks prefect, no graphical issues as seen in the video. I hope this helps.

[@avishaiankri]

thanks mate! do you recommend to install 2 4GB or 1 8GB on the DS220+ ?

[@Tesseus]

@@avishaiankri can only do 1 since the 2gb stock ram is soldered

[@Aceomron]

I just installed the same ram but 8GB and it works like a charm.

[@TerryLondon]

Installed exactly the same RAM module (4GB of Crucial DDR4-2666 SODIMM 1.2v CL 19 Part No CT4G4SFS6266) and everything works fine. Instead of allocating 50+% of RAM the DSM now shows 19% of RAM usage. A modest 10€ upgrade.

[@JouromeKashmier]

Just installed the Kingston KCP426SD8/16 memory and it worked like a charm! Now i can run all my docker containers on my nas. Thanks!

[@Crying-Freeman]

In short, this part one and two series of unofficial memory upgrade are basically garbage. I don't mean the quality of the video or am I trying to discourage the author from investigating further. The purpose of doing video like this should be praised the problem here is wells, it look like he doesn't know what he is doing. Anyone who have built a PC before would know that there are more research to be done before buying a stick of memory. Not just buy any memory stick and put it in and when thing don't work out, you blame the memory manufacturer. The point is the test method is wrong, this test isn't to test the 3rd party memory but to test the limit of the hardware device regardless of memory brand. Even if you have 16GB or 32GB stick of Synology brand, it still wouldn't work. So, let's get the disclaimer out of the way. I don't work for Synology nor Crucial, in fact I don't for any memory for flash memory manufacturers, distributors or dealers or have I have ever worked for any of them. So I have no bones in this regard. Whether any of them succeed or fail in this business I don't make money anyway. But I do lost money when more company exit the business and the price of the products goes up due to the law of supply and demand and the less companies in the business the one that are left has the power to marked up the prices. First let's start w/ the CPU. The J4025 CPU in the DS220+ made by Intel and Intel has specify that this CPU only support the maximum amount of RAM as 8GB. So, technically it's not Synology fault that doesn't support 8GB of RAM in the DS220+ unit. Wells, at least not entirely. Synology has the choice to use other CPU that support more memory, but I guess that might cannibalize the sale of higher end unit. With that said, this is not the 3rd party memory manufacturer fault. It's like you buy 17inch tire for you small car that doesn't made for 17inch chrome. It's the user fault for not doing the research first. In the past, when build your own PC, it's not just the CPU that can limit the maximum amount of memory, motherboard and chipset can also. But for specialize devices like a NAS, the CPU/MB/chipset are basically in one piece. Second issue here is the choice of memory. And the DS220+ is a bad example to use here. The reason for that is because the DS220+ has a built in 2GB of RAM soldered to the mainboard and not removable. Ideally you would wants to have matching stick if you want to have to piece of memory(and I don't means maching the size). And since one of the stick is not removable you are basically limited by what's already installed/built-in. If you look at the forum elsewhere about installing memory on a NAS even for other models, you would see that the prefer RAM choice (other than the required specification like size and pin number) would first dictate by the memory voltage, speed and latency. And if you want to narrow it down more, so you would most likely to get more compatibility is the choose memory stick that is made of the same rank and the memory chip that is made by the same manufacturer as the OEM. For example a Crucial memory stick mostly made up of bunch of Micron chips, and I think most of the Synology sticks are made up from Samsung chips. Keep in mind that you are still limited by what the actual CPU is supported also. So, since the DS220+ has soldered 2GB of RAM and the CPU is limited to 8GB of RAM. And there is no such thing as 6GB of RAM stick in this case, your choice is the limit of 6GB of RAM total w/ a choice of 4GB RAM stick. And if this video is to serve its purpose, the the best choice is to pick a 4GB RAM made by 3rd party manufacturer that has similar spec to the one sold by Synology as optional upgrade.

[@JatinderSingh-qm2dg]

I had the same thought Celeron cannot support more than 8GB

[@ochuisman5220]

@360VR Hi I just came accross this investigating nas RAM upgrade for my AS6604t. Did it work on the NAS system recognising the memory upgrade, AND did the system also use the upgraded memory?

[@williamlau7179]

Why so complex. Ram are cheap, if 16g is working, be happy. If not, return for refund. For my nas, took out 4g & replaced with 2x16g 👍

[@valicu2000]

Hi! I have a 220+ with 8GB DDR4 2666MHz SODIMM from Crucial an everything is looking fine. Even the Resource Monitor doesn't have the artefacts seen in the review.

[@Adiman17]

Hey! I was about to pull the trigger on this upgrade. Still no issues? Thanks!

[@valicu2000]

@@Adiman17 no issues at all, works like a champ since then

[@00wheelie00]

Nice video, I've actually seen that video glitch before on my DS918+. Interestingly enough that glitch appeared on first configuring the unit, before I had even upgraded to a non supported amount of memory. The redline as well as the bar below breaking to another line overlapping the legend. After I upgraded that unit to 2x 8GB the glitch persisted until the next DSM update when it disappeared. I assumed that this was a bug that was fixed in the upgrade, but it seems it's still present in the latest DSM. The memory upgrade may have triggered the bug, it may even trigger it 100% of the time on the new units, I can't tell. What I can tell you is that I ran mine with that glitch for about 6 months without any other issues. Docker containers worked without issue, built in functionality worked without issue. So it may not be as bad as you expect. It would be interesting to see if others get the glitch without upgrading memory on the DSx20+ units.

[@pablohontoya4464]

I get the redline glitch on my DS415+, which has never had any memory upgrade to it and has been running flawlessly for 5 years. Interestingly, if I access the NAS using firefox or chrome on my pc, then I don't see the glitch, but if I access it using chrome on a chromebook then I do see the glitch. So I don't think the presence of the redline glitch, in isolation, is in any way an indication of possible issues with the NAS.

[@bartshoobzda375]

Kingston 16 GB DDR4 2666MT/s SODIMM working well with DS220+. System is able to allocate 18GB RAM mostly for cache and it's fast as rocket. Thanks!

[@westonfoot]

It's the same concept Printer manufacturers use. If you don't use our overpriced ink cartridges, you run the risk of damaging your printer and it will void your warranty. It's about the company's increasing profits and driving fear into the user who uses another brand. Synology could simply tests Off the Shelf ram modules and list compatible modules that work with their devices, the way many Motherboard manufacturers do.

[@kylec.5476]

That concept is called FUD (Fear Uncertainty and Doubt), and it was pioneered by Microsoft

[@yrmuq]

Its not the same concept, ram you buy just once, ink in the other hand every time its ended. Synology cant test every module on the market, its nonsense. But they test modules, that they sell. Synology simply put risks in your hands, what's all. Most of other modules works perfectly fine, you can decide yourself what to buy.

[@fatih4179]

got my ds220plus recentley and still not bought a ram yet but the memory screen glitch is there so in my opinion it is not proving anything.

[@djtyros]

So it didn't occur to you, to expand the width of the Resource Monitor to accommodate the expanded "free" area? And furthermore, my unmodded, brand new DS220+ upgraded to DSM 6.2.4-25556 has the graphical glitch where the redline follows the mouse, and remains on there until the mouse leaves the graph area.... It would have been nice to see you transfer a large file while the disks are spun down, to see if the cache would accommodate the file transfer, while the disks spin up... Since I am interested in upgrading my ram to fix frozen transfers, while disk are spinning up.

[@mircea-andreicojanu2629]

I was looking into getting a NAS and i bumped into this clip. I am sorry but i don't see the point of your test. Intel states on it's site that the J4025 takes only 8 GB ram. So, no point in adding more( not a bug, a feature). Also the "should use our memory" makes sense. on the 218 model there is a second memory slot. if you make a memory upgrade, it would be better to use a matching pair of memory sticks( so if you want to go for 8GB, take the box apart and replace both sticks). On this model i could not find any disassembly cllips and i can only hope they did not solder the chips on the motherboard( so it would be nice if you could make a clip on that, and if you get to it try the tests with a replaced matching pair of memory modules) as long as the memory installed is not ECC, any kit of 2x4GB laptop DDR4 should do the trick.

[@SayWhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat]

it's soldered ram. also it's not truth that you need matching rams.

[@SpAPIu]

Guys, are there any updates on this? Does 220+ still not supporting 8Gb/16Gb? Are all of these successful upgrades just pure luck and if I will try to install the same module it would not work?

[@darylcheshire1618]

If the CPU can only use 8GB RAM, will it ignore the RAM above 8GB? even if the software recognises it.

[@Shanti9]

12:48 Have you tried to uncheck/disable that option "Enable Memory Compression to improve system responsiveness"?

[@EsotericArctos]

I wouldn't use any sort of compression on a NAS device. Compression always slows things down, even if it is just a little bit. Also compression will make it more likely to get errors on the system.

[@Shanti9]

@@EsotericArctos I'm totally with you, however, from my personal experience turning on RAM compression, counter-intuitively, speeds things up even if you have plenty of RAM... especially if you do VMs.

[@wd7080]

I upgraded my Synology DS 220+ with Crucial 16GB 260-Pin DDR4 SO-DIMM DDR4 2666 (PC4 21300) Laptop Memory Model CT16G4SFRA266, and it never booted up with the memory.

[@LusKeMa]

I just installed the same RAM and it booted up instantly.

[@yitspaerl7255]

Thanks a lot. I upgraded my 1520+ with 16GB Kingston memory and now it is running fine with 20GB. Oficially the Celeron j4125 would not support more than 8GB of memory. It can handle more. Thanks al lot!

[@agvr5653]

Hi there…my 1520+ will arrive in few days….I just wanted to know a couple of information: after 3 months is yours still working fine after the upgrade ? And, did you get the chance to check whether the extra ram is being truly used or not ? I’m planning to use virtual machines and extra ram could be useful… thank you in advance ! Ps . Do you have the model of the ram you got ?

[@yitspaerl7255]

@@agvr5653 Hi Andrea, Reasonable questions. It is still running completely stable. The extra ram is being used. Now I can run a lot more virtual machines. And a docker image. The ram type I don't remember. I only use Kingston. I have bought housands of dimms/sodimms from them and not one single defect. The type you need you will find in the specs of the original Synology SODIMM.

[@maximeinfinite]

I'm genuinely confused. The manual said "DS220+ comes with 2 GB DDR4 onboard and can support up to 6 GB by adding one optional DDR4 non-ECC 4 GB SO-DIMM." and Celeron J4025 only supports up to 8 GB. What's the deal here?

[@eagle1107flyer]

So for me the hardest part is how to physically out the ram in it. You need to insert it with 45 degrees angle to the wall and press the ram into the wall.

[@adaminsanoff]

I have just upgraded the RAM with 8GB module. Everything works well and memory utilization graph looks fine on DSM 7.

[@nascompares]

Glad to hear it. Good one

[@johnphiggins]

Hi Adam. What RAM did you purchase? An Amazon link to it would be great. Cheers

[@adaminsanoff]

@@johnphiggins Hi John. Unfortunately sending the link is not possible, but I can share the ASIN: B07TR767SB. Item name is: "Crucial RAM CT8G4S266M 8GB DDR4 2666MHz CL19 Memory for Mac". Good luck!

[@johnphiggins]

@@adaminsanoff Perfect, thanks. Purchased, installed and working!

[@adaminsanoff]

@@johnphiggins Great!

[@speederc3662]

But the CPU in this box only supports up to 8gb ram. What's the benefit of putting 16gb ram?

[@HenryBiglin]

If Synology continues further down the path of proprietary memory, I for one will move to a different platform.

[@RobbyIbrahim]

9:46 disclaimers end. 16GB test begins.

[@ErraticPT]

If unofficial memory is so dangerous why don't they use a proprietary slot? It's because they know everyone know their products are standard PC boards and if they did they would be called out. So they use standard slots and bank on the fact enough users are dumb enough to pay a premium for what is low spec laptop RAM (after all they've already over spent on the device already).

[@SayWhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat]

it's not dangerous. this cpu in synology dont even support ECC RAM. We all know they use some x brand ram, and i guess cheap one like terrible Kingston, and sells for 500% margin.

[@waheedkhan3505]

You say synology memory, but what’s the actual brand behind the sticker? The DDR3s were Samsung. Are they still just slapping synology sticker on Samsung sticks?

[@albedo0point39]

See if you can upgrade the painful 1GbE while you're at it.

[@abeibrahim5846]

Great video - does the same go for QNAP? and why they are limited to 8GB when they design the box to support memory hug surveillance?

[@mail4asim]

The processor has been limited to 8GG memory by Intel. You can read the specs here. ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/197307/intel-celeron-processor-j4025-4m-cache-up-to-2-90-ghz.html

[@abeibrahim5846]

@@mail4asim Thanks for your prompt reply, and I see what you mean - Why do I get the feeling that these processors are not meant for mass production and get sold only to manufacturers like QNAP and Synology for a very cheap price - Thanks :-)

[@elisdee1]

the graphic glitch I think has nothing to do with RAM as I had this when I had no RAM inserted. ive got 32GB and works fine im using Kingston DDR4 2666 SODIMM

[@djtyros]

what model NAS are you using. thanks

[@elisdee1]

@@djtyros DS220+ I ended up finding the 32GB SODIMM to be slow. maybe too large. so im using 16GB Crucial 2666mhz DDR4 SODIMM for a total of 18GB of RAM and its been running flawless since it launched

[@djtyros]

@@elisdee1 that's pretty cool. Could you please tell us the exact model 16gb you're using, the CL rating and literally as much as you can possibly say about it.... Thanks

[@СергейИванович-б8б]

@@elisdee1 напиздел про 32 гб?

[@josephjohnson6626]

Have you read the chip numbers and see who makes the Synoligy memory?

[@eladmoyal654]

I would love to know what amount of memory and company you recommend? Basic user photo backup and plex

[@BrianJeffersonTecson]

Will this work on a Synology DS224+? Thank you.

[@kjrehberg]

Correction: memory isn't installed in "PCI Slots."

[@tammetoon]

i sarted with the extra original synolgy ram but it would not boot initially. after installation i put the extra rams in. that did work.

[@michelitto6906]

Does someone testing Kingston KSM26SES8/16HC with the DS720+. Is ECC supporting?

[@Sieb-de-boy]

I thinking about buying de DS220+ and I want to put it on my zyxel network which has acces points. SO I could watch movies from it on my apple tv. How much memory do I need to have to see movies? Is 2 gb enough, or do I need more?

[@ferrylibraardhianto]

i have installed Kingston KVR26S19S6/8 Single Rank, but NAS can't boot. Power led status just blue flashing. Any solution?

[@SnMC14]

Great video, mate. Please upgrade your microphone or recording software. Frequent clipping/distortion causes an unpleasant listening experience. You’re very knowledgeable. I just bought the DS220+ and am looking forward to upgrading along with you!

[@aidenc9770]

did you upgrade the ram if so what did you use and how has it been holding up?

[@EsotericArctos]

I'd be curious about the legalities of Synology possibly invalidating warranty for using a different brand of memory. In Australia I do not think it is legal for them to do that. If you disassemble the unit then maybe an issue, but not with a user upgrade option. I can see memory size limits being an issue if the software is not optimised for higher memory, but branding just seems like arrogance from Synology, as long as the timing of the memory is right. Are the graphics glitches to do with memory or to do with the way the CPU is addressing it due to not being optimised for that much RAM?

[@wzpu3283]

In the United States, the federal act that set the rules for retention of warranties by the consumer in these types of situations is: Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975

[@jungleboyfromoz]

Now we getting into some great tests. Hopefully what we’re seeing here is a clash of the two types of modules working together. I’m kinda hopeful the two 8GB modules inside the 920 will run a little smoother, 2x4 isn’t what a 920 buyer would really be looking for, we all wanting 2x8 preferably 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@fizpop]

Im currently running a 918+ with the stock 4GB stick and an additional 8GB crucial stick. Been going about 3 months now with absolutely no issues. Although granted 3 months isn't thaaat long, I'm honestly not to worried about it. But I am planning on replacing the 4GB with another 8GB Crucial stick as well

[@chrishalle1982]

Have you tested if the 4 gb sodimm ddr 4 2666 mhz ram from cruxial works?

[@SmirnoffSweden]

Please make test with 8gig Unofficial memory !!!!!!!

[@stanleychen7466]

I got two different memory of 8gb 2666 but none of them get recognized by my DS220+. One is from Crucial and one from Samsung TOT

[@SmirnoffSweden]

@@stanleychen7466 thanks for info... So we need to buy original memory... 🙄

[@dresden2025]

Hello, I have the ds220 + and I would like to expand the special ram for plex that you recommend, thank you?

[@richardsuzannebennet777]

Hi, just to let you know I have installed 4GB of Crucial DDR4-2666 SODIMM 1.2v CL 19 Part No CT4G4SFS6266 (Ebuyer quick find code 899627) Installed fine, the DS220+ runs as before with no issues and the graph showing installed ram shows 6GB and looks prefect, no graphical issues as seen in the video. I hope this helps.

[@TiggerLyOne]

Voiding warranty for installing additional ram is ridiculous. Great job Synology, you just lost one potential customer.

[@TWThunder1970]

Hello, could you get a link from the store, or the exact name? thanks

[@leungfelix2359]

I tried to install 16G ram . It was recognized and worked. But seems WOL failed to work. Did you tried to use WOL with 18G memory

[@damianochocki7166]

I installed Kingston Technology ValueRAM KCP426SD8 / 16, but only the blue LED flashes in synology. does it mean that the frame is damaged?

[@damianochocki7166]

It works. It was enough to wait about 15 minutes and it started

[@pauld7827]

It might have been a more realistic test to have used a 4GB memory module, as Synology only seems to offer this option. After your other reviews, I ordered a DS220+ NAS with Iron Wolf drives which arrived this evening. I have taken the chance and also ordered 4GB of Kingston memory which is within the amount stated by Synology. Fingers crossed! I've bought the NAS as I have 4 one-drive accounts, drop box and the Apple solution and want to consolidate everything into a single location. I'm looking forward to setting up access to the NAS not just locally, but via the Internet on various devices.

[@Adiman17]

I just picked up the same NAS and am looking to upgrade the ram. How did things go with the 4GB Kingston?

[@pauld7827]

@@Adiman17 No problem, just got a message that there was non-approved RAM installed!

[@C00ltronix]

Conclusion: We don't know yet if the 16Gb will show errors or not. Anyway, for my DS218+ I will look for just 1x4Gb RAM. At least for now.

[@marcorussotravelphotography]

Bel video che hd mi consigli pensavo non meno di 6 tera ma che modello

[@ozkanb]

Yes it's irritating, it's just a RAM man, no rocket science, why would it erase the data on the HDD... I tried with a KCP426SS6 and it didn't work... neverending blinking blue light. I'm going to try a Crucial.

[@tituschirila]

I don't understand people thinking synology is overpriced. They sell a system, not hardware, constantly maintaining it. After using windows, linux, freenas servers I'm so happy I found something that does what I need in multiple locations without having to pay a fortune or have to loose time digging deep into operating systems.

[@tirosportivo3112]

Ma non è supportata solo 6 GB di ram?

[@darkftforce]

Update: i actually tested by installing 16gb ram in ds920plus, YES IT DOES GET USED BY THE SYSTEM! i was not running any application, just populating my nas drives...i checked in resource monitor, its shows 20gb memory, about 2.1 gb reserved and used by system, rest 17.8gb was used as cache. i was only left with 208mb free memory, rest all was used as cache. so in short yes not only does system recognize 16gb ram but actually use it as well.

[@bluntenminors1497]

but was your CPU maxed out?

[@darkftforce]

@@bluntenminors1497 i dont think so, but yes cpu was maxed out when i transferred about 1.3TB of images and videos to my nas and it was trying to transcode and convert before making it available in moments.

[@bluntenminors1497]

@@darkftforce I installed 8gb of ram in the older version of ds218 back in 2017 and while things were speedier with additional ram, I was only able to transfer data nas to nas at the speed of the transfering nas's CPU. CPU was 100% while RAM was 50%

[@ofuman]

Hi, If use DD3L, what's the MHz??

[@xXroger1995Xx]

on the Synology website stands the DS220+ used DDR4. 😬🤔

[@brotha1984]

I bought the ds220 last week return it for the ds720+ I need that quad core cpu power

[@nascompares]

You would not be the first!

[@nitinkumar29]

I don't know how Synology is being allowed to push this that we have to use only Synology HDD or RAM parts in the units, they don't manufacture either HDD or RAM and it is many tech firms have facing huge penalty like Microsoft, Apple etc which does give choice on apps and browsers and do not allow competitors. This is illegal and Synology should be in court and should be facing huge penalty for the same.

[@indivisibleat0m]

You're actually supposed to reinstall DSM after upgrading RAM so it resizes the swap file

[@Reverberocket]

That makes sense. Care to share some detail on the procedure?

[@MrSpongeHead]

What about a non Synology 4GB module. Does that work ok?

[@TravisStaples]

Purchased CT4G4SFS8266. My ds220+ is not recognizing this module... :-(

[@johanvb5840]

@@TravisStaples I purchases the same module via Amazon and it works fine did a memory test. No problem so far

[@TravisStaples]

@@johanvb5840 After seating the module a forth time, it worked! Just had to use a bit more force.

[@aliservan7188]

Who's going to pay TEN TIMES the going rate for RAM. It's a total rip off.

[@anadolijamajh4181]

Bravo Stefane:)))))))))))

[@weskirkland5850]

I had a 8GB stick of 1rx8 PC$-2666V-SA1-11 HMA81GS6JJR8N - VK (SK-Hynix Korea) from my Dell Inspiron 7590 laying around. Gave it a shot and iot worked. NAS shows 10GB or ram total. If you got it laying around give it a try.

[@pogzie]

Yo guys, i dont have time going through a whole 16 minute video just wanted to know how much the max memory you can slot into this? I have a spare SODIMM lying around. Can anyone give a TLDR;?

[@laurens4359]

These videos are incredibly verbose with a very low signal to noise ratio :/ The first 8 minutes could be summarised into 1 minute with no loss of information.

[@svierkant]

Welcome to KZbin. Or: Hi Laurens! Thanks for your comment. That's a really interesting comment! I'm gonna answer it, but first I'd like to..... (..)

[@JackupTraining]

This guy is a master of prolonging the videos until it's painful to watch it...

[@SayWhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat]

THose who interested 4GB of CRUCIAL RAM CT4G4SFS8266 , CRUCIAL 8GB CT8G4SFRA266, Samsung 8GB DDR4 CL19 M471A1K43CB1-CTD. But there is NO reason to go beyong 8GB of TOTAL ram. CPU CANT use more then 8.

[@johanvb5840]

The Crucail CT4G4SFS8266 works perfect in my DS220+

[@martynhunter1]

ct8g4sfra266 fails to boot on my new ds200+ any ideas?

[@johanvb5840]

Martyn Hunter see te post there is no reason to go beyond 8GB total the CPU can’t use more then 8. To go safe go for the 4GB memory

[@alpacker734]

Sorry but you're dead wrong. See my earlier post. I have installed a 16GB SIMM in my DS-220+ and it works just fine. And somehow it's definitely using every byte of the 18GB.

[@riconnected]

Has anyone had any trouble installing a 16GB module? I have one from the website from Crucial. 1.2V, 2666Mhz and dual rank. It's not posting at all. Just the blue light keeps flashing.

[@komlostamas]

Same problem! RAM: Crucial 16GB DDR4-2666 SODIMM CT16G4SFD8266

[@RobertKrzysikMovie]

@@komlostamas Identical problem with DS720+. See below link: mariushosting.com/synology-which-ram-to-buy-for-ds720-nas/

[@b2b513]

8Go is ok for me on 220+

[@stanleychen7466]

@@b2b513 I also have 220+ NAS. What is the brand and model number for your 8GB RAM? Thinking about upgrade mine as well.

[@RobertKrzysikMovie]

@@b2b513 can you post the module part number you've installed

[@leexgx]

Fascinating they place the ram slot right next to the hdd on that model if they did not support it then they would configure the Synology os to fail boot if it detects 8gb dimms or go apple route and flat out reject ram that has spd as not Synology ram (witch can be get around by changing the spd model name to match the Synology ram name, not really simple to do but is possible) (just noticed you put a 16gb dimm not 8gb with the hidden 2gb dim under the unit, if it used 2x8gb it probably wouldn't of gone wacky on the ram usage page, be interesting if it take 2x16gb as it accepted 1x16+2gb , ideally should be in pairs anyway for duel channel unless the atom cpu is single channel with 2 slots) Officially the cpu shouldn't boot with more then 8gb installed ram,, I guess the Synology system is not following Intel bios guidelines as it let you boot with 16+2 ram (which technically shouldn't be a problem as the ram controller it self can handle 2x32gb perfectly fine) but normally these atom type cpus are hard coded by Intel in firmware to not boot if there is more then 8gb of ram or anything over 8gb is ignored Did you successfully try and use the 16gb inside a Vm to see if it crashed or not maybe remove the 2gb and see if it still had the visual bug history lines on it (as the visual bug in the ram usage page is likely due to there been more then 10gb installed or more then 16gb installed, might not do it if you put 2x8gb or 1x16gb in it) As I have been looking at other Synology (actual) 16gb (not 18gb your title is wrong) videos and the visual bug you have in your 18gb in the memory page is normal with 16gb (you probably need to pull the 2gb out and use 16gb stick only or use 2x8gb witch would be the recommended setup)

[@ttttt316]

I am about to install 32gb lol

[@СергейИванович-б8б]

bro, are you install 32?

[@ttttt316]

@user-dr5mx3qv7z Typo, I meant 23.

[@bobsemple9341]

So u spend half the video explaining "the risks", but for the actual installation, your camera cant even see u install the ram. Why waste ur audiences time?

[@Cole987Turner]

The Intelchip can only access 8 GB of RAM^^ so everything >8gb ram is uselesse :)

[@darkftforce]

its not true, i dont know why intel says only 8gb. Update: i actually tested by installing 16gb ram in ds920plus, YES IT DOES GET USED BY THE SYSTEM! i was not running any application, just populating my nas drives...i checked in resource monitor, its shows 20gb memory, about 2.1 gb reserved and used by system, rest 17.8gb was used as cache. i was only left with 208mb free memory, rest all was used as cache. so in short yes not only does system recognize 16gb ram but actually use it as well.

[@petemanning4672]

How to put the memory in, without actually SHOWING how to put the memory in - what a waste of time.