Hard Drive | 40 TB |
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Synology 4 bay NAS DiskStation DS418 (Diskless)
Purchase options and add-ons
Brand | Synology |
Color | black |
Product Dimensions | 8.78"D x 7.83"W x 6.54"H |
Size | 4-bay; 2GB DDR4 |
Item Weight | 5.03 Pounds |
About this item
- Sequential throughput performance at over 226 MB/s reading and 170 MB/s writing
- Dual 1GbE ports with failover and Link Aggregation support
- Compatible Drive Type-3.5 inch SATA HDD, 2.5 inch SATA HDD, 2.5 inch SATA SSD. "Compatible drive type" indicates drives that have been tested to be compatible with Synology products. This term does not indicate the maximum connection speed of each drive bay
- Check Synology knowledge center or YouTube channel for help on product setup and additional information
- Check the product specification page for the software or application you want to use
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Tech Support | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.3 | — | — | 4.5 |
User interface | 4.3 | 4.8 | — | — | — | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.2 | — | 4.1 | — | — | 4.4 |
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size | 4-bay; 2GB DDR4 | DS224+ | 1U | 8GB DDR4 RAM | 16GB DDR4 RAM | DS423 |
compatible devices | — | Laptop, Smart Phone, Desktop | Server, Desktop, Smart Phone | Laptop, Desktop, Smartphone | Laptop, Desktop, Smartphone | Desktop, Laptop, Server, Smart Phone |
assembly required | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
weight | 5.03 pounds | 1.3 kilograms | 13.28 pounds | — | — | 2210 grams |
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Product Description
Synology Disk Station DS418 is a high-performance and versatile 4-bay NAS, specifically designed for offices and home users to effectively 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.Power Frequency : 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
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Technical Details
Brand | Synology |
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Series | DS418 |
Item model number | DS418 |
Hardware Platform | Mac |
Item Weight | 5.03 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 8.78 x 7.83 x 6.54 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 8.78 x 7.83 x 6.54 inches |
Color | black |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
Manufacturer | Synology America Corp |
ASIN | B075N17DM6 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 16, 2017 |
Additional Information
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #60 in Network Attached Storage (NAS) Enclosures |
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From the manufacturer
Your own private cloud
Synology DS418 offers massive storage capacity that makes it easy to create your own private cloud and maintain complete control over your data. Boost work productivity with enhanced collaboration tools and further protect your data with robust backup solutions.
4K Ultra HD video transcoding
Powered by a brand new 64-bit quad-core processor, DS418 delivers excellent data transfer speed and 10-bit 4K H.265 video transcoding on the fly.
- Quad-core 1.4 GHz
- Over 226 MB/s sequential reading and 170 MB/s writing
- 2GB DDR4 memory
- Dual 1GbE LAN ports
- Anywhere access with mobile apps
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File sharing and syncingWith comprehensive support for network file sharing protocols — like CIFS, AFP, NFS, FTP, and more office to centralize files and — DiskStation allows the entirecollaborate on projects. Or synchronize files across multiple devices or even across several locations so remote teams can work together. |
Personal media hubDiskStation allows you to stream 4K videos to high-definition TVs, digital media players, mobile handsets, and computers, making it easy to watch your entire multimedia library without having to install a 3rd party player. |
Bulletproof backupMaintain control of your data and ensure your files are safe with Synology. We provide secure, reliable, and affordable solutions that make it easy to backup files for all your devices and protect yourself from accidental data loss. |
24/7 smart security solutionSurveillance Station delivers intelligent monitoring and video management tools such as managing multiple IP cameras with live streaming, integration of I/O modules and more to help safeguard all the important places in your life. |
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Drive Bays | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Raw Capacity | 16 TB (16 TB HDD x 1) | 16 TB (16 TB HDD x 1)16 TB (16 TB HDD x 1) | 32 TB (16 TB HDD x 2) | 32 TB (16 TB HDD x 2) | 64 TB (16 TB HDD x 4) | 48 TB (12 TB HDD x 4) |
Supported RAID Types | Basic | Basic | Synology Hybrid Raid, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1 | Synology Hybrid Raid, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1 | Synology Hybrid Raid, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10 | Synology Hybrid Raid, Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10 |
Hot Swappable Drives | - | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
CPU | Marvell Armada 385 88F6820 Dual-core 1.8 GHz | Realtek RTD1296 Quad-core 1.4 GHz | Marvell Armada 385 88F6820 Dual-core 1.3 GHz | Realtek RTD1296 Quad-core 1.4 GHz | Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-212 Dual-core 1.4 GHz | Realtek RTD1296 Quad-core 1.4 GHz |
Hardware Encryption Engine (AES-NI) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Memory | 1 GB DDR3 | 1 GB DDR4 | 512 MB DDR3 | 2 GB DDR4 | 1 GB DDR3 | 2 GB DDR4 |
1GbE LAN Ports | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2(w/ Link Aggregation / Failover support) |
USB Ports | 2 x USB 3.0 | 2 x USB 3.0 | 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0 | 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0 | 3 x USB 3.0 | 2 x USB 3.0 |
Hardware Transcoding Engine | - | 10-bit H.265 (HEVC), MPEG-4 Part 2, MPEG-2, VC-1; maximum resolution: 4K (4096 x 2160); maximum frame rate per second (FPS): 30 | - | 10-bit H.265 (HEVC), MPEG-4 Part 2, MPEG-2, VC-1; maximum resolution: 4K (4096 x 2160); maximum frame rate per second (FPS): 30 | - | 10-bit H.265 (HEVC), MPEG-4 Part 2, MPEG-2, VC-1; maximum resolution: 4K (4096 x 2160); maximum frame rate per second (FPS): 30 |
From the brand
Synology NAS Drives
Purpose-built for Synology systems
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Designed for Synology systems
Reliable 3.5" SATA hard drives are made for 24x7 use in home and small office Synology NAS systems.
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Rigorously tested NAS drives
Subjected to thorough compatibility and stress testing to ensure smooth 24/7 operation under multi-user workloads.
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Seriously dependable drives
100% conventional magnetic recording (CMR) technology ensures consistent write performance throughout their lifespans.
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Easy firmware updates
Firmware updates can be performed directly through DSM, ensuring the latest patches while eliminating the need for disk removal.
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Readers' Choice Award - 12 in a row in 2023
Among PCMag readers, Synology scored a 9.2 out of 10 in overall satisfaction and a 9.3 in the likelihood to recommend, Synology far outpaced its competitors in these categories.
Business Choice Award - 9 in a row in 2023
Synology won both Home-Office NAS and IT Manager's Choice. Synology earned an 9.4 rating for likelihood to recommend and a 9.2 in overall satisfaction from PCMag business respondents.
Customer reviews
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers like the ease of use, performance, quality and apps of the system cabinet. For example, they mention it's very easy to set up, works well under a decent load and is a solid workhorse of a NAS. That said, opinions are mixed on speed, value, and connectivity.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Customers like the ease of use of the system cabinet. They mention that it has a very easy interface, and is easily accessed by a single click. The initial setup is fast, and the packages install with a simple click. Some appreciate the ability to use the QuickConnect interface to access files remotely. They also like the ability of downloading some Android apps to use on their cell phone to access. Overall, most find the setup relatively painless and simple.
"...not be the best with computers, set up is super easy and the web interface is simple and very intuitive. Set up on a local network is extremely easy...." Read more
"...The set up process was amazingly simple...." Read more
"...The packages install with a single click. Very easy. I'm running several add-on packages and the DS-418 is still running very smoothly...." Read more
"...Issues: The setup on the computer is not as easy as I thought it was going to be, but as long as you take time to read instructions online there is..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the system cabinet. They mention that it works well under a decent load, is easy to set up, and works flawlessly with Mac OS X's TimeMachine. Some say that it's an amazing powerful NAS with amazing potential.
"...am glad I decided to spend some extra money and get something that works great, is easy to manage, and meets all my needs...." Read more
"...The system works flawlessly and after it is setup and about a day of playing with it everything seems really intuitive...." Read more
"Bottom line up front, this is an amazing powerful NAS and if you purchased it you would not be disappointed!..." Read more
"...Also, the Hyper backup application included with the NAS does not work, it only backup once and stopped...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the system cabinet. They mention it's a solid workhorse of a NAS with excellent software. They say it'll be a reliable and easy-to-use device for home use. Customers also say the hardware is great and the plastic is sturdy.
"...I can't begin to describe how happy I am I did it though. This is a solid product...." Read more
"...is sleek and well designed, while it is a plastic it seems to be a sturdy and hard plastic that will last for a significant amount of time...." Read more
"...You can google that if you're curious.Overall its a very impressive NAS because of its absolutely excellent software...." Read more
"...But this is a really impressive device that syncs to the cloud services I have to give me an off-site backup, I can back my PC up to the NAS which..." Read more
Customers like the apps in the system cabinet. They say it has lots of functionality, apps, and tools. Customers also say it offers a lot of features, such as cloud backup of files. They mention that the system is feature packed, and has rich mobile apps.
"...money and get something that works great, is easy to manage, and meets all my needs...." Read more
"...technology they implemented that among other features allowed me to mix and match drive size, speed, and manufactures in the same disk array without..." Read more
"...servers, home security camera integration, photo organizers, webserver software, and more. The packages install with a single click. Very easy...." Read more
"...Overall its a very impressive NAS because of its absolutely excellent software...." Read more
Customers like the storage space of the system cabinet. They say it has lots of storage, double the memory, and is a great network storage device that frees up hard drive space on the computer. Customers also say it provides reliable mass storage at low cost and is the definitive solution for network attached storage. They also mention that it does more than just host files and is great for data backup.
"...This NAS makes back ups, data storage, and file sharing extremely easy and not just because I'm a computer science major...." Read more
"...Final Thoughts: I LOVE THIS. It is so nice to free up hard drive space on the computer and to get rid of all the dongles needed for all the external..." Read more
"...I am running 3X12TB shucked WD drives. This little guy runs all storage for media server (separate box) and all the personal and other shares..." Read more
"...This unit is much faster and it gives you the ability to expand the memory, for my application I probably will not use because the system doesn't..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the system cabinet. Some mention that it's very fast, with no lag or refresh for higher resolution media files, and that file transfer speed tests seem fine. However, others say that it was really slow, with slow network speeds, slow loading and buffering when streaming movies, and slow writing to it.
"...I got the LAG set up, I started transferring files and I was blown away by the speeds. It was 5 to 7 times faster than my previous NAS...." Read more
"...device was my second Synology device, and I appreciated the fairly rapid delivery and reliable setup system...." Read more
"...The only thing to be aware of is that adding/replacing a disk is not fast - adding a third 4TB disk to my config, took the DS418 a couple of days..." Read more
"...File transfer speed tests seem fine, but not as fast as my other travel server — 2004 MacBook Pro when transferring 180 photo files at once...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the system cabinet. Some mention that it's a good product for the money, worth it for media files, and an amazing low-cost storage server. However, others say that it is overpriced nonsense, has a loud fan, and is a huge waste of money.
"...It is worth every penny." Read more
"...I'd probably provide a "5" rating, but the device is pretty expensive, and then you have to add drives at over $100 each...." Read more
"...ProsEasy to set upLower cost to start, with expansion if neededEasy access from anywhereSo far, reliable..." Read more
"...Highlights:* Free, excellent phone support*..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the system cabinet. Some mention that it has easy setup and gigabit connectivity, allowing for nearly gigabyte data transfer. It also syncs to the cloud services and improves network performance. However, others say that it doesn't hardware transcode media files.
"...This NAS makes back ups, data storage, and file sharing extremely easy and not just because I'm a computer science major...." Read more
"...It only comes with two 1 Gbe ports which is fine I suppose for an average home network server but it basically maxes out at around 112 MBps transfer..." Read more
"...Runs automatic Mac backups, house VPN, syncs some folders to OneDrive, and SVN Source Control for work stuff. All encrypted, with keys stored on USB...." Read more
"...However, the DS418 won’t hardware transcode media files (you have to get at least the DS418play for that)...." Read more
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Overall though so far, I couldn't be happier with the product and am glad I decided to spend some extra money and get something that works great, is easy to manage, and meets all my needs. I will try to come back and update once I have the opportunity to text some of the media server features.
UPDATE:
So I have now had the opportunity to test some of the features using this as a media server. I have put some movies on it and and was able to stream them. My conclusion is I have some good news and some bad news. Lets get the bad news out of the way first.
Bad News:
If you are a fan of Plex you may be out of luck. Synology seems to have discontinued support for Plex for all model NAS servers aside from those using an intel processor. According to the Plex forums, some of the older DS418 models do have the intel chips but almost all of the new ones have the Realtek quad cores in them. Fear not though, I did find an alternate solution I will share in the good news. One other thing I did find is if there are some other services running while you are trying to stream HD video you may get some stuttering occasionally while there is other uploading or downloading going on in the background. I'm not sure if this is related to the processor or the limited amount of RAM but I plan to add more RAM in the near future I have also recently enabled the ethernet port aggregation and will test to see if that makes any difference as well. **Note: True Port aggregation will only work if you have a router that supports it. They do have a Load balance bonding but it is not the same as port aggregation. Will retest after these modifications and report back again with another update.
Good News:
The good news I found is, though there is some stuttering it is pretty easy to work around it by pausing some of the back up services you may have running while tyring to streaming video, which, while its not ideal, I don't find to be that big of a deal given the price point compared to other solutions. The port aggregation I enabled recently along with my plan to increase the RAM may even resolve this issue. The other good news is, for those of you who don't have your heart set on Plex, there is an application for the Amazon FireStick called Archos that seems to work very well in my opinion. You can browse all your folders on the server look at pictures, play music, and stream video. So far I have only tested this while streaming on my local network and have not yet tested remote streaming using this application. Once I have had the opportunity I will again report back with another update.
Looking for in purchase:
-Sturdy
-Value
-Hot Swap
-Link Aggregation
-Easy Setup
-Four Bays Minimum
Design: The design of this product is sleek and well designed, while it is a plastic it seems to be a sturdy and hard plastic that will last for a significant amount of time. There is a USB port in the back along with 2x 1GB LAN ports (link Aggregation compatible) and a USB port up front. There are four bays that all have access from the front and the bays are lockable. Size is not a significant issue and it fits easily on a cart shelf.
Issues: The setup on the computer is not as easy as I thought it was going to be, but as long as you take time to read instructions online there is no significant problems. I believe that the time to get everything online is somewhere between 1-3 hours depending on how computer savvy you are (it took me 3-4 hours, to set up four different storage areas on the NAS (2x Time Machine Backups, a folder for my photography and a folder for general family storage, then to provide access to mine and my wife’s computers to where everything worked seamlessly). All of that said none of it is a real issue, because Synology directions are fantastic.
Cost: $369.99 (and worth every penny)
Positives:
++Cost
++Link Aggregation
++Hot-Swap Capability
++Design
++Build Quality
++Noise
Negatives:
--None
Final Thoughts: I LOVE THIS. It is so nice to free up hard drive space on the computer and to get rid of all the dongles needed for all the external stuff. The system works flawlessly and after it is setup and about a day of playing with it everything seems really intuitive. I set this up with 2x WD 2TB RED drives and the system was up after plugging it in, following the basic instructions and some auto updating (total of about 20 mins). I have one volume with four folders (2 Time Machine Backups, a folder for photos, and a general storage folder) that are have dedicated space and users assigned to them. The backups work with no issues and our MacBooks link right to the system, even if we go away for travel and come back. I can’t believe I have been asleep at the wheel when it comes to NAS and I will never use cloud storage again. Especially when I can access my NAS anywhere in the world via the internet with just a couple of clicks.
Would I recommend: Yes, 5 Stars and easily would recommend the system to anyone who needs a system.
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La migración entre ecosistema (Google a Synology) es fácil pero como todo... Hay que hacer trabajo de investigación para realizar estás tareas de manera correcta.
Llevo trabajando con el muy poco pero estoy satisfecho
Il n'y a pas d'adaptateur pour disque dur 2.5 mais un disque 2.5 tiens bien dedans.
Avec un ssd j'obtiens du 100mo/s en transfert sans chute de débit donc on est plus limité par le réseau 1gb que par le Nas.
Donc performance très correcte.
Il dispose en plus de deux ports usb.
Parfait pour un petit serveur de fichier pour rendre accessible du contenu entre divers appareils à la maison sans à chaque fois passer par des clé usb ou disques portable.
Je recommande.
It's only the 4-bay version, but it's already got me centralizing everything I do from it.
The DSM is extremely easy to set up, and for a user with good computer hardware / software knowledge but no IT work experience, this unit was perfect. It walks you through setup, the OS can be accessed from anywhere on the planet, the unit updates itself if set to, emails me about anything important, and has been rock-solid for months now.
I filled it with 4TB WD Reds. While not as high as this thing can go, it was affordable, as I wasn't 100% sold on including a proper NAS in my life, but was getting sick of using my personal home server for everything. This unit puts my home built server to absolute shame. It's faster with all transfers, the linking of the dual gigabit ports is a godsend when you want to hit it hard with multiple large data dumps from multiple source computers.
It just sits there, automatically managing itself, and being there when I need it. I'm using it for mainly a Plex server, but also of note is I use it with my main gaming rig. I have a VHDX file with my entire steam library my gaming machine automounts on startup, and it hot-loads everything in every game off the NAS as needed, and the NAS handles that dynamic access scenario (loading levels, etc) even faster than when the gaming rig had a built in HDD.
Hook this thing up to a proper home network that's gigabit or better all the way, and you have a serious amount of file manipulation power. One of my favorite little features is the unit emailing my phone whenever my ISP goes down, then again when it comes back up.
The ONLY thing I wish I had done different is picked up the one with the virtualization license and the hardware chops to run my Minecraft server from the NAS itself. I WILL be buying from Synology again.