Introduction

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.

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.

Storage

Supported storage drive interfaces

Serial ATA, Serial ATA II, Serial ATA III

Storage drive sizes supported

2.5,3.5"

Maximum supported storage capacity

24 TB

RAID support

Y

RAID levels

0,1,JBOD

Hot-swap drive bays

Y

Supported file systems

Fat, HFS+, NTFS, ext3, ext4

Storage drives installed

N

Number of storage drives supported

2

Installed storage drive type

N

Supported storage drive types

HDD & SSD

Processor

Processor family

Realtek

Processor model

RTD1296

Processor frequency

1.4 GHz

Processor cores

4

Processor operating modes

64-bit

Memory

Internal memory type

DDR4

Internal memory

2 GB

Network

Ethernet LAN

Y

Ethernet LAN data rates

10,100,1000 Mbit/s

Wi-Fi

N

iSCSI support

Y

Wake-on-LAN ready

Y

Supported network protocols

SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, WebDAV, CalDAV, iSCSI, Telnet, SSH, SNMP, VPN (PPTP, OpenVPN, L2TP)

Ports & interfaces

USB port

Y

USB 2.0 ports quantity

1

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity

2

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports

1

Design

Chassis type

Desktop

Cooling type

Active

Product colour

Black

Number of fans

1 fan(s)

Fan diameter

9.2 cm

LED indicators

HDD, LAN, Power, Status

Cable lock slot

Y

Cable lock slot type

Kensington

Performance

Type

NAS

Device class

Home & Home Office

Backup function

Y

Backup features

Cloud, iSCSI LUN

Multilingual support

Y

Number of users

2048 user(s)

Noise level

19.3 dB

Web-based management

Y

Security algorithms

HTTPS,SSL/TLS

Access Control List (ACL)

Y

Reset button

Y

On/off switch

Y

Built-in FTP server

Y

Browser supported

Firefox, Internet Explorer 10+, Safari, Chrome

System log

Y

S.M.A.R.T. support

Y

Backup button

Y

Software

Operating system installed

DiskStation Manager

Windows operating systems supported

Windows 10,Windows 7

Linux operating systems supported

Y

Mac compatibility

Y

Mac operating systems supported

Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan,Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra

Other operating systems supported

Android, iOS

Power

Power supply location

External

Power supply unit (PSU) capacity

60 W

Number of power supply units

1

Power consumption (typical)

14.99 W

Power consumption (HDD standby)

5.78 W

AC input voltage

100-240 V

AC input frequency

50 - 60 Hz

Weight & dimensions

Width

108 mm

Depth

233.2 mm

Height

165 mm

Weight

1.3 kg

Technical details

Sustainability certificates

RoHS

Packaging content

External power adapter

Y

Cables included

AC, LAN (RJ-45)

Quick installation guide

Y

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T)

0 - 40 °C

Operating relative humidity (H-H)

5 - 95%

Storage temperature (T-T)

-20 - 60 °C

Operating altitude

0 - 5000 m

Certificates

Certification

FCC B, CE B, BSMI B

Other features

Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified

Y