Datasheet
Synology DiskStation DS418 is a high-performance and versatile 4-bay NAS, specically designed for
oces and home users to eectively manage, protect, and share data. Its new 64-bit quad-core processor
supports volume management of large-capacity storage and 10-bit 4K H.265 video transcoding to enrich
multimedia entertainment. Synology DS418 is backed by Synology’s 2-year limited warranty.
DiskStation
DS418
Highlights
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Powerful 4-bay NAS for oces and
home users
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Sequential throughput performance at
over 226 MB/s reading and 170 MB/s
writing
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64-bit quad-core 1.4GHz processor
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2 GB DDR4 memory, twice the size than
its predecessor
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Dual 1GbE ports with failover and Link
Aggregation support
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4K 10-bit H.265 video transcoding on
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Over 40TB raw single volume capacity
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New drive tray locks for asset security
Optimal Price-Performance Ratio
Synology DS418 is a powerful 4-bay network attached storage solution equipped with
a 64-bit quad-core 1.4GHz processor, 2GB memory, and dual 1GbE ports. With Link
Aggregation enabled, DS418 delivers great sequential throughput performance at over
226 MB/s reading and 170 MB/s writing
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. With hardware accelerated encryption,
DS418 delivers encrypted data throughput at over 224 MB/s reading and 139 MB/s
writing
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DS418 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,
DS418 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
DS418 supports comprehensive network protocols, ensuring a seamless le sharing
experience across Windows®, Mac®, and Linux® platforms. Windows AD and LDAP
integration allows DS418 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. The Cloud Station Suite allows you to sync les
among multiple devices — Windows PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android™ tablets/phones
— eortlessly keeping everything up-to-date. DS418 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.