Datasheet
Synology DiskStation DS218 is a high-performance and versatile 2-bay NAS designed for small oces and
home users to eectively manage, protect, and share data. Its 64-bit quad-core processor delivers high-
speed data transmission and 10-bit 4K H.265 video transcoding to empower shared data storage and
multimedia entertainment. Synology DS218 is backed by Synology’s 2-year limited warranty.
DiskStation
DS218
Highlights
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Versatile 2-bay NAS for small oces
and home users
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64-bit quad-core processor delivering
sequential throughput at over 112
MB/s reading and 112 MB/s writing
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2 GB DDR4 memory, 4 times the
capacity than its predecessor
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4K 10-bit H.265 video transcoding on
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Running on Synology DiskStation
Manager (DSM)
Optimal Price-Performance Ratio
Synology DS218 is a 2-bay network attached storage solution equipped with a 64-bit
quad-core processor and 2GB memory, providing high sequential throughput
performance at over 112 MB/s reading and 112 MB/s writing
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. With hardware
accelerated encryption, DS218 delivers encrypted sequential throughput at over 112
MB/s reading and 111 MB/s writing
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DS218 is also optimized for 10-bit 4K H.265 video transcoding via Video Station.
You can organize personal digital video library with comprehensive media information,
and stream 4K Ultra HD movies and lms to various devices such as computers,
smartphones, media players, and TVs. If your device is not capable of 4K video playback,
DS218 provides online 4K video transcoding to 1080p or lower resolutions for smoother
and time-saving video watching experience.
Cross-Platform File Sharing and Data Synchronization
DS218 supports comprehensive network protocols, ensuring a seamless le sharing
experience across Windows®, Mac®, and Linux® platforms. Windows AD and LDAP
integration allows DS218 to t quickly and eortlessly into any existing network
environment without the need to repeatedly create user accounts. Cloud Sync keeps
your Dropbox, Google™ Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Baidu, and Box storages in sync
with your personal DiskStation at home. Cloud Station Suite allows you to sync les
eortlessly among multiple devices — Windows PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android™
tablets/phones — keeping everything up-to-date. DS218 combines seamless le
sharing capability with hardened security, even over the Internet with HTTPS, built-in
rewall, and multiple auto-blocking mechanisms against IP and account intrusion.