Ideal Entertainment Center with 4K Ultra HD CapabilityDesigned for multimedia enthusiasts, DS218play supports real-time transcoding of 4K Ultra HD source content. With the availability of centralized management, DS218play is ideal for fast file sharing and reliable backup for all types of devices.Enjoy 4K videos on the goAccess and stream your 4K media content anytime and anywhere. DS218play supports 4K live transcoding via Video Station and DS video, allowing 4K videos to be instantly converted and played on TV, smartphone, and other media players that originally do not support Ultra HD formats.Easy file access with QuickConnectAccess 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 simple customizable address (e.g. customID.quickconnect.to), so that you can instantly access media and work files on any Windows/Mac/Linux computer, laptop, or mobile device without additional charge.
| Storage | |
| Storage drives installed: | ![]() |
| Number of storage drives supported: | 2 |
| Installed storage drive type: | ![]() |
| Supported storage drive types: | HDD & SSD |
| RAID support: | ![]() |
| Supported storage drive interfaces: | Serial ATA, Serial ATA II, Serial ATA III |
| Storage drive sizes supported: | 2.5,3.5" |
| RAID levels: | 0, 1, JBOD |
| Supported file systems: | Fat, HFS+, NTFS, exFAT, ext3, ext4 |
| Processor | |
| Processor family: | Realtek |
| Processor manufacturer: | Realtek |
| Processor model: | RTD1296 |
| Processor frequency: | 1.4 GHz |
| Processor cores: | 4 |
| Memory | |
| Internal memory: | 1 GB |
| Internal memory type: | DDR4 |
| ECC: | ![]() |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN: | ![]() |
| Ethernet LAN data rates: | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi: | ![]() |
| iSCSI support: | ![]() |
| Wake-on-LAN ready: | ![]() |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: | 1 |
| USB port: | ![]() |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: | 2 |
| Design | |
| Chassis type: | Desktop |
| Cooling type: | Active |
| Product colour: | Black |
| Number of fans: | 1 fan(s) |
| Fan diameter: | 9.2 cm |
| LED indicators: | ![]() |
| Performance | |
| Type: | NAS |
| Device class: | Home & Home Office |
| Backup function: | ![]() |
| Noise level: | 19.9 dB |
| Access Control List (ACL): | ![]() |
| On/off switch: | ![]() |
| Power | |
| Power supply location: | External |
| Power supply unit (PSU) capacity: | 60 W |
| Number of power supply units: | 1 |
| Power consumption (typical): | 16.79 W |
| Power consumption (HDD standby): | 5.16 W |
| AC input voltage: | 100 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency: | 50 - 60 Hz |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width: | 100 mm |
| Depth: | 225.5 mm |
| Height: | 165 mm |
| Weight: | 870 g |
| Packaging content | |
| External power adapter: | ![]() |
| Cables included: | AC, LAN (RJ-45) |
| Quick installation guide: | ![]() |
| Technical details | |
| Sustainability certificates: | RoHS |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T): | 5 - 40 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H): | 5 - 95% |
| Storage temperature (T-T): | -20 - 60 °C |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code: | 84714100 |
| Other features | |
| Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified: | ![]() |