General Information for Synology Network Attached Storage
Synology DiskStation DS218, NAS, Desktop, Realtek, RTD1296, 2 GB, DDR4
DS218
Versatile NAS server for centralized file storage and real-time 4K H.265 video transcodingSynology 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 sharingFile 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 devicesCloud 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 solutionsBack 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.
4K Multimedia Server
Access and stream your favorite 4K content anywhere, anytime. DS218 supports 10-bit 4K H.265 online transcoding. With Video Station and DS video, you can convert and play 4K videos from any computer, mobile device, or other media players that don't support Ultra HD formats.
- Quad-core 1.4GHz
- 2GB DDR4
- Over 112 MB/s and 112 MB/s sequential read and write
- Surpass 16TB per single volume DS218
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DiskStation DS218, Realtek RTD1296 1.4 GHz, 2 GB DDR4, 2x 2.5/3.5" SATA, RJ-45, USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, 165x108x233.2 mm
Synology DiskStation DS218. Type: NAS. Chassis type: Desktop. Device class: Home & Home Office. Processor family: Realtek, Processor model: RTD1296, Processor frequency: 1.4 GHz. Internal memory: 2 GB, Internal memory type: DDR4. Total installed storage capacity: 0 TB. Operating system installed: DiskStation Manager
Initial Release Date: 14/11/2017
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Synology DiskStation DS218 NAS/storage server Desktop Realtek RTD1296 2 GB DDR4 0 TB DiskStation Manager Black DS218/2TB-RED Specifications
Product Type
Network Attached Storage
Brand
Synology
Collection Model
Synology DS218
Manufacturer Product Type
Synology Network Attached Storage
Chassis type Desktop
Product colour
Black
Cable lock slot type Kensington
Cooling type Active
Number of fans 1 fan(s)
Fan diameter 9.2 cm
LED indicators HDD,LAN,Power,Status
LED indicators HDD, LAN, Power, Status
Cable Lock Slot Yes
On/off switch Yes
Product Family
DS218
Processor frequency 1.4 GHz
Processor model
RTD1296
Processor cores 4
Processor Family
Realtek
Processor operating modes 64-bit
Internal memory type
DDR4
Internal Memory 2 GB
Storage drives installed No
Total installed storage capacity 0 TB
Number of storage drives installed 0
Installed storage drive type No
Storage drive capacity 0 GB
RAM capacity 2 GB
Supported storage drive types HDD, SSD
Number of storage drives supported 2
Maximum supported storage capacity 24 TB
Storage drive interface Serial ATA III
Supported storage drive interfaces Serial ATA, Serial ATA II, Serial ATA III
Storage drive size 2.5/3.5"
Storage drive sizes supported 2.5,3.5"
RAID support Yes
RAID levels 0,1,JBOD
RAID levels 0, 1, JBOD
Hot-swap drive bays Yes
Supported storage drive types HDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfaces Serial ATA,Serial ATA II,Serial ATA III
Supported storage drive types HDD,SSD
RAM type DDR4
Storage drive size 2.5/3.5
RAM capacity 2
Maximum supported storage capacity 24
Ethernet LAN Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates 10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi No
iSCSI support Yes
Number of users 2048 user(s)
Security algorithms HTTPS,SSL/TLS
Browser supported Firefox, Internet Explorer 10+, Safari, Chrome
Security algorithms HTTPS, SSL/TLS
Ethernet LAN data rates 10,100,1000
Number of users 2048
USB 2.0 ports quantity 1
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
USB port Yes
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 2
Fiber ports quantity 0
Operating system installed DiskStation Manager
Power supply location External
Power supply unit (PSU) capacity 60 W
Power consumption (typical) 14.99 W
Power consumption (HDD standby) 5.78 W
Number of power supply units 1
External power adapter Yes
AC input frequency 50 - 60 Hz
AC Input Voltage 100-240 V
AC input frequency 50/60
AC Input Voltage 100-240
Power supply unit (PSU) capacity 60
Power consumption (HDD standby) 5.78
Type
NAS
Linux operating systems supported Yes
Windows operating systems supported Windows 10, Windows 7
Other operating systems supported Android, iOS
Other operating systems supported Android,iOS
Windows operating systems supported Windows 10,Windows 7
Mac operating systems supported Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan,Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra
Mac operating systems supported Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra
Height 165 mm
Depth 233.2 mm
Width 108 mm
Weight 1.3 kg
Wake-on-LAN ready Yes
Supported network protocols SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, WebDAV, CalDAV, iSCSI, Telnet, SSH, SNMP, VPN (PPTP, OpenVPN, L2TP)
Supported file systems FAT,HFS+,NTFS,ext3,ext4
Supported file systems Fat, HFS+, NTFS, ext3, ext4
S.M.A.R.T. support Yes
Device class Home & Home Office
Backup function Yes
Backup features Cloud,iSCSI LUN
Backup features Cloud, iSCSI LUN
Access Control List (ACL) Yes
Multilingual support Yes
Reset button Yes
Built-in FTP server Yes
System log Yes
Backup button Yes
Year 2017
Web-based management Yes
Noise level 19.3 dB
Harmonized System (HS) code 84714100
Noise level 19.3
Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 C
Storage temperature (T-T) -20 - 60 C
Operating altitude 0 - 5000 m
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 5 - 95%
Storage temperature (T-T) -20 - 60
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 5 - 95
Operating altitude 0 - 5000
Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified Yes
Certification FCC B, CE B, BSMI B
Sustainability certificates RoHS
Compliance certificates RoHS
Cables included AC, LAN (RJ-45)
Cables included AC,LAN (RJ-45)
Quick installation guide Yes
Mac compatibility Yes
Colour of product Black
MPN DS218/2TB-RED
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Synology DiskStation DS218 NAS/storage server Desktop Realtek RTD1296 2 GB DDR4 0 TB DiskStation Manager Black DS218/2TB-RED Reviews
Stuart - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on itpro.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 17 July 2018
Sign up for our daily newsletterWhere there used to be a gulf in capabilities between your basic, budget 2-bay NAS and the all-singing, all-dancing appliances, it's one that's being bridged by models like the Synology DS218. £250 buys you a speedy two-b...
+Simple setup and configuration, Good value, Good range of business apps-Poor selection of portsThe Synology DS218 is all about maximum features for minimal cost. It might not have the performance of a powerhouse NAS, but you'll be amazed at what this little appliance can do...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on expertreviews.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 20 June 2018
The design is classic Synology, with the two tool-less bays protected by a nicely bevelled matte black plastic chassis and the drive bays covered by a curved magnetic flap. With the drives removed you can access an additional SODIMM slot, enabling you to...
+Flawless as a media server, Expandable-HDMI portAll the software features of a high-end NAS at an attractive, entry-level price...
Mark - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on techadvisor.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 01 February 2018
Synology is an established brand in home and small business Network Attached Storage (NAS). The company makes a huge range of hardware for all segments of this market, ranging from single drive devices up to massive rack-mounted systems that can accept hu...
The fine irony of the DS218 is that seen in isolation it's an excellent platform, but jammed between the DS218Play and the DS218+ leaves it little room for manoeuvre.With QNAP now offering Dual-LAN for less money and RAM upgradability, the DS218 needed to...
Bohs - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on eteknix.com in the United Kingdom on 20 December 2017
Today we're taking a closer look at Synology ‘s DiskStation DS218play which is an entry-level NAS, but one with advanced functionality and extra hardware power. A quad-core processor, DDR4 memory, and hardware transcoding engine are just some of the advan...
+Powerful quad-core CPU and DDR4 memory, Strong encryption performance, Hardware transcoding engine, Proven OS packed with features and apps, Silent and efficient, Easy setup, Full set of Windows Mobile, Android, and iOS apps,-No front-facing USB connections, No external drive trays, “Synology’s DS218play would make a great addition to any media centre. High capacity option and great media capabilities are just some of its features.”, Synology DiskStation DS218play 2-Bay MWith the option of up to 24TB capacity, with current 12TB drives, the DS218play offers up a solid home for all your multimedia files. Organise your photos, videos, and music files with the ability to play from the basically any connected system. Mobile ph...
Simon - 4.25 out of 5 Reviewed on kitguru.net in the United Kingdom on 06 December 2017
At the heart of the DiskStation DS218play is a Realtek RTD1296 64-bit quad-core CPU with a clock speed of 1.4 GHz. This a major step up from the 1.5GHz 32-bit dual-core STM STiH412 processor used in the previous DS216play model. Also updated in the...
+DSM OS, Overall Performance, Encryption performance, Practically silent in operation-No HDMI port for direct output of 4K contentSynology’s DiskStation play NAS sit under the company’s Value Series product line of high performance units designed for data intensive tasks e.g. on the fly encryption. The latest 2-bay NAS to join the line-up is the DiskStation DS218play powered by a Rea...
Andrew - 3.8 out of 5 Reviewed on techteamgb.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 27 November 2017
Want one? Amazon: prourls.co/km6v Are you looking for a budget 2 bay NAS device? Here's the Synology DS218Play, a quad core Realtek CPU based NAS with some interesting 4K transcoding features, and more. Let's take a look. Products shown provided by: Synol...