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The Synology DS218 is an NAS suitable for private use and home offices. Thanks to the Quad-Core processor and 2GB RAM, you can use the NAS for extensive file storage. This way, the NAS stores multiple versions of your spreadsheets and projects, allowing you to recover your changes and always go back to a version you like. The QuickConnect website allows you to access all your files on the NAS and search, filter, and organize them however you want. Set up backups from your smartphone or Windows PC, or use Time Machine on your Mac. The NAS has 2 slots for 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch internal hard drives, allowing you to install up to 24TB worth of storage capacity on your NAS.
Number of hard drive slots | 2 | |
Suitable for hard drive size | 3.5-inch HDD | |
Internal RAM | 2 GB | |
Processor cores | Quad-Core (4) | |
Built-in hard drive |
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For the imaging: the DS218 is for me the successor of the DS212J, which I have used with pleasure for over 5 years and still functions well (and still receives software updates!).
General: The DS218 is a nice NAS, equipped with an excellent Quad-core CPU, which does support Plex, unlike what can be found on the internet. The ANS has the same CPU as the DS218 play, so it supports hardware video transcoding.
Usage: Both disks can be easily inserted and removed. The system supports various RAID options, and Synology also has its own variant: SHR. So far I've had a great performance with it.
Software: At the moment I am running on the NAS, the operating system of Synology: DSM 6.2. You sometimes have to search, because not all adjustable options are easy to find, but if you have everything in order, it is a useful interface. The possibilities are enormous and you can expand the functionality by means of an Appstore-like environment.
Safety: It is very important that Synology provides a quick software patch, if a new software bug or security problem is known (again). The information on the disks can be stored encrypted.
Performance: I have placed 2 Western Digital RED hard drives in the NAS. This in combination with RAID1 (Mirror, on the disks and copy of each other's data), I get more than 60 to 80 Megabytes per second throughput over a 1 Gigabit Ethernet connection. There is nothing wrong with that. Writing files from, for example, a (wired) laptop or other computer is also done at this speed.
Pricing: Provided: the NAS is not cheap, but keep in mind that you do buy decent hardware for this. In addition, the support is good, you get fast software updates and even for my old DS212j NAS from 2013 there are still software updates available.
Martijn Leseman
7 November 2019
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Because the motherboard of my previous Synology NAS (215j) was defective (after about 3 years!), I had to get another Synology. Migration by placing old disks in the new NAS went almost automatically. Yes. Incidentally, that was already the 2nd time that a NAS broke down within a reasonably short time (before that a Zyxel 250). A QNAP 490, on the other hand, has been running for years without any problems (and is still on standby).
H.C.
21 October 2019
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The NAS is very user-friendly. By removing the front panel, you can quickly reach the 2 cradles in which you can place the hard drives. You don't need screws and a screwdriver for this. They snap in very easily. Once turned on (and connected to your network), you can easily find the NAS with the Synology Finder. The very first time you will have to go through a wizard via the web page, which, after a few simple questions, will make your NAS ready for use. This appliance is ideal for home, garden and kitchen use. The necessary apps are included to quickly manage your music, video or photo library.
Raf van de Vreugde
13 January 2019
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Product number | 801940 |
Manufacturer code | DS218 |
Brand | Synology |
Warranty | 2 years |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Built-in hard drive | ||
Number of hard drive slots | 2 | |
Suitable for hard drive size | 3.5-inch HDD | |
RAID | JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, Synology Hybrid RAID | |
Internal RAM | 2 GB |
Connection type | Wired | |
LACP Link aggregation | ||
Thunderbolt connector | ||
Number of Ethernet ports | 1 |
NAS functions | Backup server, Download server, FTP server, Media server, Photo server, Surveillance station, VPN server, Web server | |
NAS application center | ||
Plex support | ||
Number of IP camera licenses included | 2 | |
DLNA | ||
UPnP AV support | ||
FTP server | ||
On/off switch | ||
Automatic switch on/off | ||
Kensington lock | ||
Apple Time Machine support | ||
Chromecast support | ||
Suitable for IFTTT | ||
Recommended for use | Making a backup, Store photos and videos |
Processor brand | RealTek | |
Processor family | RealTek | |
Processor code name | RealTek | |
Processor cores | Quad-Core (4) | |
Clock speed | 1,4 GHz |
Depth | 23,32 cm | |
Width | 10,8 cm | |
Height | 16,5 cm | |
Type NAS | Upright | |
Color | Black | |
Weight | 1,3 kg |
