Synology DiskStation DS218 2-Bay Desktop NAS for Home & SOHO

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Versatile NAS server for centralized file storage and real-time 4K H.265 video transcoding
Synology DS218 comes with a new 64-bit quad-core processor, delivering excellent data transfer speed, large storage volume management, and 10-bit 4K H.265 video transcoding on the fly.


Ultimate file management and sharing
File Station is a web-based, fast and secure management tool built to allow easy, drag-and-drop operation without requiring any complex setup on Mac or PC. Advanced search and filtering tools allow for easy organization and sharing of files with just a link. Supports SMB, FTP, AFP, NFS, WebDAV, compatible with any environment.


Synchronize files across your devices
Cloud Station Suite provides real-time data synchronization across all your devices and other Synology NAS. "Intelliversioning" keeps the most important file versions to better utilize storage space.


Easy backup solutions
Back up any computer or mobile device with Synology's comprehensive multi-versioning backup solution. You can protect your computer and NAS against malicious attacks including the rising encryption-based ransomware threats.


Easy file access with QuickConnect
Access files on your Synology NAS over the Internet without the hassle of setting up port forwarding rules, DDNS, or other complicated network settings. QuickConnect allows you to connect via a secure, customizable address, so that you can instantly access media and work files on any Internet-connected device with no additional charge.

CPU
CPU Model: Realtek RTD1296
CPU Architecture: 64-bit
CPU Frequency: Quad Core 1.4 GHz
Hardware Encryption Engine: Yes
Hardware Transcoding Engine: 10-bit H.265 (HEVC), MPEG-4 Part 2, MPEG-2, VC-1, maximum resolution: 4K (4096 x 2160), maximum frame rate per second (FPS): 60Memory
Drive Bays: 2
Compatible Drive Type:
- 3.5" SATA HDD
- 2.5" SATA HDD
- 2.5" SATA SSD
Maximum Internal Raw Capacity: 24 TB (12 TB drive x 2) (Capacity may vary by RAID types)
Maximum Single Volume Size: 108 TB
Hot Swappable Drive: YesExternal Ports
RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port: 1
USB 2.0 Port: 1
USB 3.0 Port: 2
Copy Button: YesFile System
Internal Drives: EXT4
External Drives:
- EXT4
- EXT3
- FAT
- NTFS
- HFS+
- exFATOthers
System Fan: 92 mm x 92 mm x 1 pcs
Fan Speed Mode:
- Full-Speed Mode
- Cool Mode
- Quiet Mode
Brightness adjustable front LED indicators : Yes
Power Recovery: Yes
Noise Level: 19.3 dB(A)
Scheduled Power On/Off: Yes
Wake on LAN/WAN: Yes
Power Supply Unit / Adapter: 60W
AC Input Power Voltage: 100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency: 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption:
- 14.99 W (Access)
- 5.78 W (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit:
- 51.15 BTU/hr (Access)
- 19.72 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)Environment Temperature
Operating Temperature: 0^oC to 40^oC (32^oF to 104^oF)
Storage Temperature: -20^oC to 60^oC (-5^oF to 140^oF)
Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RHCertification
- FCC Class B
- CE Class B
- BSMI Class B
- EAC
- CCC
- RCM
- KCStorage Management
Maximum Internal Volume Number: 256
Maximum iSCSI Target Number: 10
Maximum iSCSI LUN: 10
SSD TRIM: Yes
Supported RAID Type:
- Synology Hybrid RAID
- Basic
- JBOD
- RAID 0
- RAID 1
RAID Migration: Basic to RAID 1
Volume Expansion with Larger HDDs:
- Synology Hybrid RAID
- RAID 1
Volume Expansion by Adding a HDD: Synology Hybrid RAIDAdd-on Packages
Chat: Yes
Maximum Users: 500Cloud Station Server
Maximum Number of Concurrently Connected Devices: 200
Maximum Number of Synced Files (ext4): 100,000 / single file reaction time 632 ms
Notes:
- The maximum number of concurrently connected devices refers to the maximum number of devices that can remain connected at the same time. For more information on file processing capability, please refer to the reaction time for file processing.
- File reaction time refers to the preparation time required for other devices to start downloading a 10KByte file from a Synology NAS after the file has been added to the NAS. RAM expansion was not used during testing.
- Non-encrypted shared folders were used during the aforementioned testing. Download Station
Maximum Concurrent Download Tasks: 30 Drive
Maximum Number of Synced Files: 100,000 / single file reaction time 941 ms
Maximum Number of Concurrent Connections for PC Clients: 200
Notes:
- The EXT4 file system was used for the purpose of testing.
- The maximum number of concurrent connections refers to the maximum number of connections that could be maintained when the maximum number of synced files was reached.
- File reaction time refers to the preparation time required for other devices to start downloading a 10KByte file from a Synology NAS after the file has been added to the NAS.
- Non-encrypted shared folders were used during the aforementioned testing.exFAT Access (optional)
YesMedia Server
DLNA Compliance: YesMoments
Facial recognition: Yes
Subject recognition: YesOffice
Maximum Users: 200
Notes:
- Multiple files were opened for testing and each file was edited by 30 users simultaneously.
- CPU and RAM usage were both under 80% when the number of maximum users was reached.
- Client performance may affect maximum simultaneous editing users. Client PCs used for testing: Intel Core i3-3220 / 8GB RAMSurveillance Station
Maximum IP cam (Licenses required): 20 (including 2 Free License) (See All Supported IP Cameras)
Total FPS (H.264):
- 600 FPS at 720p (1280x720)
- 300 FPS at 1080p (1920 x 1080)
- 200 FPS at 3M (2048x1536)
- 150 FPS at 5M (2591x1944)
- 110 FPS at 4K (3840x2160)
Total FPS (H.265):
- 600 FPS at 720p (1280x720)
- 300 FPS at 1080p (1920 x 1080)
- 240 FPS at 3M (2048x1536)
- 200 FPS at 5M (2591x1944)
- 180 FPS at 4K (3840x2160)
Total FPS (MJPEG):
- 240 FPS at 720p (1280x720)
- 200 FPS at 1080p (1920 x 1080)
- 130 FPS at 3M (2048x1536)
- 80 FPS at 5M (2591x1944)
Notes: Surveillance Station throughput is tested with Axis network camera, using continuous recording with live view from Surveillance Station and motion detection by camera. Live view and recording are sharing the same stream from the camera.Video Station
Video Transcoding: 4K Group 3 (See more)
Maximum Transcoding Channel Number:
- 1 channel, 60 FPS at 4K (4096 x 2160), H.265 (HEVC), 10-bit or
- 1 channel, 30 FPS at 1080p (1920 x 1080), H.264 (AVC)/MPEG-4 Part 2 (XVID, DIVX5)/MPEG-2/VC-1
VPN Server: Yes
Maximum Connections: 5Environment and Packaging
Environment: RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content:
- Main Unit X 1
- Accessory Pack X 1
- AC Power Adapter X 1
- AC Power Cord X 1
- RJ-45 LAN Cable X 1
- Quick Installation Guide X 1
Optional Accessories:
- Surveillance Device License Pack
- VS360HD
- VS960HDItem Dimension ( L inchxW inchxH inch)
11 x 10 x 5Weight
5.41 lbWarranty Information
2 Years