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Synology 2 bay NAS DiskStation DS218j Diskless

Last Updated: July 16, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
997
Old Reviews
537
Unverified
50
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113 GB
MEMORY
Dual Core
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Review Analysis - 410 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Software Platform
 104
synology, nas, apps, plex, dsm
+82%
-18%
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" ...  Setup - Software install, configure drive 15 minutes as it did all of it's updates. ... Map 2 Network drives (shortcuts) on Windows 10 creator edition desktop, 3 minutes combined ... The UI for managing the drive and applications is I believe the best I've ever dealt with. ... WAY more applications and options available than most users will ever need.  ...  "
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" ...  Next step is to get iTunes server up and running.  ...  "
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" ...  I found this unit ships with all kind of network accessable apps.  ...  "
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" ...  There are all kinds of software "apps" provided by Synology that you can use to optimize its performance or customize to your use.  ...  "
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" ...  Now all my devices can have access to my media library without having a server transcoding.  ...  "
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" ...  This replaced a much older Synology server.  ...  "
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" ...  * Supports MacOS Time Machine over both SMB and AFP. ... New updates are automatically detected, downloaded and installed. ... All of the above is configured through a web interface and which both means that it'll run on any platform and without requiring any installs. ... I personally prefer the simplicity of web interfaces like linksys/netgear. ... Though those solutions do require software to be installed on the laptop/desktop.  ...  "
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" ...  You can also enable ssh access which then allows 'sudo bash' as necessary.  ...  "
Setup
 98
installation, synology, easy to set, easy to setup, instructions
+95%
-5%
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" ...  Setup was extremely easy. ... I had no problem with the installation and setup. ... I setup automated alerts too, which is really nice.  ...  "
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" ...  easy to set up  ...  "
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" ...  Helpful and complete documentation.  ...  "
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" ...  Just install the packages and configure.  ...  "
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" ...  Setup was very easy.  ...  "
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" ...  This is not something to be worried about the installation process is very easy and you do not have to be tech savvy. ... The installation process is really easy and takes about 30 minutes in total, with most of the time spent installing software. ... Now comes the software installation: ... It will then ask you if you want to install the recommended packages to get you up and running. ... There are several packages that are installed automatically, and 6 packages it recommends you install from the beginning, but there are many more you can choose to download. ... Default Installed Packages: ... The installation is a breeze with the software guiding you through the process step by step.  ...  "
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" ...  Good software and UI to help setup  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install and user friendly Web admin GUI,  ...  "
Ease of Use
 94
setup, user, easy to use, intuitive, interface
+90%
-10%
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" ...  Easy to setup permissions too.  ...  "
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" ...  Simple to setup and use  ...  "
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" ...  Very easy to use and you can used everywhere It offers tons of packages you can install to provide various services to your network.  ...  "
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" ...  I only have basic IT skills and was able to set this up as a file server for my small biz in a matter of 20-30 minutes. ... The software is intuitive, and can be as detailed as you need it to be.  ...  "
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" ...  That probably made things a bit easier for me, but I think the average user should find the setup process quite straightforward.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy setup and the DSM is very easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  The DSM interface is super easy to use and set up.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to set it up and customize it by myself.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 77
nas, network, backup, synology, mac
+84%
-16%
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" ...  I bought this 2 months ago to back up various machines -- PC and Mac. ... The software works well on both Windows and Mac. ... So far I set up one PC and one Mac.  ...  "
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" ...  Real easy to back up your computers. ... Using it to back up multiple PC’s as well as multiple Macs. ... All easily and seamlessly. ... Also works well as an iTunes server for your music.  ...  "
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" ...  And you don't need to be a computer and networking specialist to do most of this.  ...  "
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" ...  It then asks you to create a Quickconnect ID which will allow you to access your NAS drive from anywhere, even from outside your network. ... I have a windows PC and the easiest way to access the NAS drive is to map the network drive. ... This provides the added advantage of being able to run programs directly from the drive.  ...  "
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" ...  I have two of these devices - one locally at my office and one setup at my home.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent home server!!  ...  "
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" ...  I use it for backups and to stream movies to my Smart TV.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a very good solution for multimedia sharing at home.  ...  "
Memory
 74
nas, synology, storage, 4tb, hard drives
+86%
-14%
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" ...  So easy to swap the 2.5 inch drives.  ...  "
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" ...  Drives load easily and is not super noisy.  ...  "
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" ...  It is a bit underpowered in ram and processor speed, though supports great features in Synologies latest OS. ... + good place to put old laptop and portable USB hard drives  ...  "
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" ...  great home storage nas works very well  ...  "
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" ...  I own four Synology NAS drives, and purchasing another today. ... I have them set up to record to the drive, and backup to my Google Cloud storage for permanent keeping. ... With unlimited Google Cloud storage I can now keep all my surveillance videos indefinitely and not have to purchase additional drive storage.  ...  "
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" ...  I needed to be able to satisfy the storage needs of both platforms.  ...  "
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" ...  It's plenty quick for daily local backups of non-critical files. ... As you can see from my photo it's one of several NAS devices I own and use as backups for my main storage clusters elsewhere and I've been very pleased with Synology products.  ...  "
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" ...  This means I have TWO 8TB disks because mirroring duplicates rather than giving more space.  ...  "
Apps
 63
nas, server, app, synology, software
+76%
-24%
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" ...  It has a great web based GUI where you can run applications. ... It also has an app store where a lot of useful tools are available.  ...  "
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" ...  I like the Synology app store and all the great features you can add to the device.  ...  "
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" ...  Also works well as an iTunes server for your music.  ...  "
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" ...  Memories is a great app for the task of backing up your digital photo's. ... I am able to run video directly from my Samsung Smart TV, or an Apple TV (you need to use your phone to push the video to start on Apple TV, but once you do this your phone is no longer needed.  ...  "
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" ...  There are all kinds of software "apps" provided by Synology that you can use to optimize its performance or customize to your use.  ...  "
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" ...  There are all kinds of software "apps" provided by Synology that you can use to optimize its performance or customize to your use.  ...  "
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" ...  I was amazed at the additional flexibility vs. the old unit, and all the useful apps I can add, despite this being a basic unit.  ...  "
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" ...  But I think what I love the most about the system is the remote access through quickconnect and using DS get app to download things while I am away. ... I mean those are precious moments to keep and not only that but all your documents, software and important data in general.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 40
years, drives, nas, wd, flawlessly
+73%
-28%
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" ...  But after recreating accounts it's working well again.  ...  "
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" ...  I have about 20 years of experience as an IT worker and I've been using Synology for several years.  ...  "
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" ...  For that purpose, I've had zero issues.  ...  "
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" ...  Great price, working properly and as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  6 months of constaniuse and zero issues.  ...  "
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" ...  This is nearly the lowest end model at the time of this review and it has made me a synology fan for life, I will likely never even consider using another brand for network storage for a very long time.  ...  "
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" ...  All we had to do was swap out the drives and this came up immediately.  ...  "
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" ...  working as needed.  ...  "
Overall performance
 36
slow, performance, cpu, processor, faster
+89%
-11%
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" ...  Holy moly, that stuff is smoking fast!!!  ...  "
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" ...  Good job synology  ...  "
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" ...  This Synology worked out great!  ...  "
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" ...  A few examples: The web interface is blazingly fast.  ...  "
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" ...  Good job synology  ...  "
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" ...  Amazing NAS solution for about $650 .  ...  "
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" ...  A few examples: The web interface is blazingly fast.  ...  "
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" ...  So far it's done it's job.  ...  "
Price
 29
money, point, device, worth the money, worth
+86%
-14%
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" ...  Cost was the other factor.  ...  "
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" ...  If you need more than what this can provide then you are looking at a different class of device and a sizable price jump  ...  "
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" ...  And you can't beat the price!  ...  "
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" ...  Very pleased with the capabilities for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  I think for the price it is amazing!  ...  "
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" ...  Let me tell you, it was worth every penny.  ...  "
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" ...  4 stars because of the price.  ...  "
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" ...  Very pleased with the capabilities for the price.  ...  "
Features
 25
many, using, tu, price, power
+92%
-8%
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" ...  Using the Help features that came loaded, It was up and running quickly  ...  "
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" ...  It came with all the features I needed too.  ...  "
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" ...  Has all the features I need for it, plus some.  ...  "
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" ...  There's lots more features that look useful but that I haven't tried yet.  ...  "
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" ...  Works well, runs quiet, many many features.  ...  "
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" ...  A stellar value for the potential functionality.  ...  "
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" ...  Has all the features I need for it, plus some.  ...  "
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" ...  Works well, runs quiet, many many features.  ...  "
Ports
 25
network, drive, usb, ethernet, drives
+80%
-20%
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" ...  Attach to your network with the provided ethernet cable and connect the power cable. ... Your computer must be connected to the same network as your NAS either via a ethernet cable or via wi-fi. ... It then asks you to create a Quickconnect ID which will allow you to access your NAS drive from anywhere, even from outside your network. ... I have a windows PC and the easiest way to access the NAS drive is to map the network drive.  ...  "
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" ...  I have been struggling to set up a reliable network storage device using the router's USB port.  ...  "
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" ...  *When all that stuff is backed up I either power off the system until next week, or once a month bring my external USB 3.0 8TB drive in from my remote location to back up the whole NAS in case of fire or other catastrophe.  ...  "
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" ...  Attach to your network with the provided ethernet cable and connect the power cable. ... Your computer must be connected to the same network as your NAS either via a ethernet cable or via wi-fi. ... It then asks you to create a Quickconnect ID which will allow you to access your NAS drive from anywhere, even from outside your network. ... I have a windows PC and the easiest way to access the NAS drive is to map the network drive.  ...  "
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" ...  It replaces a series of individual disks daisy chained off my network router.  ...  "
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" ...  I have 2 4gb drives inside and 3 external USB3 drives attached with a USB3 HUB.  ...  "
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" ...  It's connected to my router and I have it on the 5GHZ channel, so transfers are really fast through the wireless.  ...  "
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" ...  Worked great with my Seagate 1TB IronWolf NAS SATA drives.  ...  "
Marketplace
 23
described, response, unit, never, garbage
+74%
-26%
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" ...  Kudos to them.  ...  "
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" ...  just as described  ...  "
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" ...  Works Exactly as described, A+++  ...  "
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" ...  Works as expected  ...  "
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" ...  Works Exactly as described, A+++  ...  "
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" ...  just as described  ...  "
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" ...  It works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the company.  ...  "
USB
 22
nas, drive, network, external usb, usb
+64%
-36%
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" ...  + good place to put old laptop and portable USB hard drives  ...  "
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" ...  I picked up the DS216J and a couple of 2TB drives, and have been delighted - the device is as simple as you need it to be, or as complicated as you want it to be, all while being robust.  ...  "
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" ...  The hard drives you insert in this device are the as you insert in "professional" devices.  ...  "
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" ...  This is the third NAS drive I have owned and by far the best of the bunch. ... It then asks you to create a Quickconnect ID which will allow you to access your NAS drive from anywhere, even from outside your network. ... I have a windows PC and the easiest way to access the NAS drive is to map the network drive.  ...  "
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" ...  I've also been able to connect a USB printer turning it into a network printer.  ...  "
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" ...  I've also been able to connect a USB printer turning it into a network printer.  ...  "
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" ...  This is the third NAS drive I have owned and by far the best of the bunch. ... It then asks you to create a Quickconnect ID which will allow you to access your NAS drive from anywhere, even from outside your network. ... I have a windows PC and the easiest way to access the NAS drive is to map the network drive.  ...  "
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" ...  All the features I was looking for was FTP connectability and a hard drive.  ...  "
Wifi
 21
server, nas, synology, quickconnect, proxy
+90%
-10%
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" ...  Your computer must be connected to the same network as your NAS either via a ethernet cable or via wi-fi. ... It then asks you to create a Quickconnect ID which will allow you to access your NAS drive from anywhere, even from outside your network.  ...  "
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" ...  For example, my network printer does not support AirPrint or Google Cloud Print, but I was able to enable a print server on the Synology that allows both.  ...  "
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" ...  Cheap & easy, saved the shop network.  ...  "
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" ...  What this does give you is all the great software of Synology, easy to set up, easy to use, and works well as a network storage device which is what I use it for.  ...  "
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" ...  While not as inexpensive as the bundled NAS with drive or the super inexpensive wifi/NAS routers available now this has been worth the extra money.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to set up and the network connection never drops.  ...  "
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" ...  It even goes beyond the call of duty and can serve as a wireless access point/repeater or print server . ... If you've ever logged into your router to change the wifi password you can set this thing up, and there is a TON of useful information out there you can google through for help.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this instead - my network recognizes it as a separate server and I now use one for professional stuff and one for home stuff.  ...  "
Capacity
 19
environment, yum, synology, small, sharing
+100%
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" ...  This is a very good solution for multimedia sharing at home.  ...  "
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" ...  I am not interested as I intend to use this NAS in a professional environment.  ...  "
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" ...  Speed is adequate for basic home users or light small office usage.  ...  "
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" ...  I am not interested as I intend to use this NAS in a professional environment.  ...  "
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" ...  Quiet and small.  ...  "
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" ...  I use synology in a corporate environment.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a very good solution for multimedia sharing at home.  ...  "
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" ...  We have a small office setup and we've been able to easily add users and the read/write speed is good.  ...  "
Network
 18
server, nas, username, speed, secured
+89%
-11%
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" ...  After it finishes the install it will restart and then ask you to name the server and create the default username along with a password.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to set up and the network connection never drops.  ...  "
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" ...  After it finishes the install it will restart and then ask you to name the server and create the default username along with a password.  ...  "
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" ...  I've also been able to connect a USB printer turning it into a network printer.  ...  "
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" ...  It does make life easier when I'm moving between floors.  ...  "
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" ...  If you are working within your home network, this baby will run at max whatever speed it can support.  ...  "
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" ...  No problem once I connected it directly to the router.  ...  "
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" ...  Read speed is a major improvement from a d-link NAS  ...  "
Video Playback
 16
videos, transcode, youtube videos, video station, video files
+88%
-13%
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" ...  I bought this unit to store my video media for my Plex Server.  ...  "
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" ...  If you need to transcode videos on the fly from one format to another to stream to a smart TV then you need a high end CPU.  ...  "
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" ...  Video Station is an ideal video organizer of your collection of movies, TV shows, home videos, and TV recordings, allowing you to watch videos on your computer, DLNA/UPnP-compliant DMAs, AirPlay devices, iOS/Android devices, and Windows Phone.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great it’s my first NAS and just buy watching YouTube videos I learned in 10 min how to work my self around it !  ...  "
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" ...  While it can not transcode movies (change format and size), it CAN playback movies that are already properly formatted (i.e .  ...  "
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" ...  I was impressed how many streams it could handle with HD video.  ...  "
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" ...  I use it for backups and to stream movies to my Smart TV.  ...  "
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" ...  Video Station is an ideal video organizer of your collection of movies, TV shows, home videos, and TV recordings, allowing you to watch videos on your computer, DLNA/UPnP-compliant DMAs, AirPlay devices, iOS/Android devices, and Windows Phone.  ...  "
CD/DVD
 14
disks, disk, two wd, synology, shr1
+71%
-29%
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" ...  I have not tried to do a recovery off the drives, so I can't comment on that yet.  ...  "
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" ...  I'll need to manually reconfigure it at some point, for I'll need a raid1 and a couple extra disks, but I'm presently using it for OS/X time machine.  ...  "
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" ...  Only 1 disk bay  ...  "
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" ...  Only 1 disk bay  ...  "
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" ...  This time I got a double-disk set up to make recovery easier in future should it be needed.  ...  "
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" ...  It is easy to swap out failed disks. ... I have managed to upload all of my old home movies that I had earlier transcribed to DVD's onto this device.  ...  "
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" ...  I basically use this unit with 2 5TB Toshiba Red Drives running in SHR1 (Synology Hybrid Raid) which basically has the second drive mirror the first.  ...  "
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" ...  I basically use this unit with 2 5TB Toshiba Red Drives running in SHR1 (Synology Hybrid Raid) which basically has the second drive mirror the first.  ...  "
Codecs
 11
transcode, synology, private cloud, music files, mp4
+82%
-18%
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" ...  While it can not transcode movies (change format and size), it CAN playback movies that are already properly formatted (i.e .  ...  "
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" ...  Great file server solution for SMBs.  ...  "
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" ...  Using it mainly for back up (and sharing files between computers) and location for my videos to playback using Plex.  ...  "
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" ...  Also to store photos, audio recordings I have done, backup computers and hold my iTune music files.  ...  "
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" ...  Can do Lightroom photo editing directly on NAS files.  ...  "
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" ...  Can do Lightroom photo editing directly on NAS files.  ...  "
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" ...  Also to store photos, audio recordings I have done, backup computers and hold my iTune music files.  ...  "
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" ...  While it can not transcode movies (change format and size), it CAN playback movies that are already properly formatted (i.e .  ...  "
Build Quality
 11
secured, screws, quality, plastic, made
+64%
-36%
comment
" ...  So far it has been rock solid stable.  ...  "
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" ...  It's just a lightweight but well-designed and precise plastic enclosure with a small circuit board and two SATA bays, but for the money it beats assembling my own system, especially with DSM making management relatively easy.  ...  "
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" ...  Intrusion protection would probably be a good idea too.  ...  "
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" ...  Mostly plastic but reasonably good quality.  ...  "
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" ...  Close the NAS bay and secure with another 2 screws.  ...  "
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" ...  Close the NAS bay and secure with another 2 screws.  ...  "
Product As Described
 10
described, expected, exactly, advertised
+100%
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" ...  Works Exactly as described, A+++  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as expected  ...  "
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" ...  It took about a daty and a half to process 6,000 photos.  ...  "
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" ...  However, the pictures were self explanatory.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as expected  ...  "
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" ...  Works Exactly as described, A+++  ...  "
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" ...  just as described  ...  "
Storage
 10
wish, storage, size, overstate, ds110j
+100%
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" ...  Only 1 disk bay  ...  "
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" ...  If you are going to use this for storage you're in great shape.  ...  "
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" ...  I needed to be able to satisfy the storage needs of both platforms.  ...  "
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" ...  Plenty of space now.  ...  "
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" ...  Only 1 disk bay  ...  "
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" ...  After much research between capacity, size and mostly cost I decided to get the DS416slim.  ...  "
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" ...  Plenty of space now.  ...  "
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" ...  I guess 8 tb in a palm size container is pretty good already .  ...  "
Remote
 9
remote, protocol, invented, figure, particular
+78%
-22%
comment
" ...  In particular, the many options for backup and for remote access really need an overview to help figure out what's relevant and the best option for particular situations.  ...  "
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" ...  It does allow remote access and sharing while keeping some files private.  ...  "
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" ...  This little device has turned my home network into a powerful media center with remote administration capabilities.  ...  "
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" ...  But I think what I love the most about the system is the remote access through quickconnect and using DS get app to download things while I am away.  ...  "
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" ...  It supports every protocol invented for remote storage.  ...  "
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" ...  It supports every protocol invented for remote storage.  ...  "
Fit
 9
mount, credentials, case, arrived, power
+44%
-56%
comment
" ...  The only documentation included in the package is a "Quick Connect" single page fold-out brochure that only shows how to open the case, stick in the drives and connect the plugs.  ...  "
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" ...  The power cord kept popping about when bumped, soI glued it in!  ...  "
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" ...  Unit arrived with scratches all over the top edge of the case and a screw already inside the mount.  ...  "
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" ...  Stay far away!  ...  "
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" ...  Stay far away!  ...  "
Sound Quality
 8
spinning, small, room, noise, music
+88%
-13%
comment
" ...  Very quiet and looks nice.  ...  "
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" ...  Also able to access photos and music seamlessly.  ...  "
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" ...  - doesn't do anything particularly well except be cute and quiet.  ...  "
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" ...  Quiet and small.  ...  "
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" ...  Quiet and small.  ...  "
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" ...  That is much better for the noise and lifetime than a small, fast running fan.  ...  "
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" ...  That is much better for the noise and lifetime than a small, fast running fan.  ...  "
Firmware
 8
software, nas, inaccessible, diskstation
+75%
-25%
comment
" ...  I personally prefer the simplicity of web interfaces like linksys/netgear.  ...  "
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" ...  I personally prefer the simplicity of web interfaces like linksys/netgear.  ...  "
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" ...  This process ensures that the latest version of the firmware installed from day 1.  ...  "
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" ...  This process ensures that the latest version of the firmware installed from day 1.  ...  "
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" ...  Especially like the emails it sends to alert of drive issues or firmware update.  ...  "
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" ...  Especially like the emails it sends to alert of drive issues or firmware update.  ...  "
Cables
 8
ethernet cable, cord, configurations, box
+38%
-63%
comment
" ...  I think someone shoved these items in the box for the power cord and returned it.  ...  "
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" ...  The power cord kept popping about when bumped, soI glued it in!  ...  "
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" ...  The twist ties for the cables were sitting on the bottom of the box.  ...  "
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" ...  Tried other cables and other configurations.  ...  "
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" ...  Tried other cables and other configurations.  ...  "
Returns
 8
unit, never, ended up returning, came, back
+25%
-75%
comment
" ...  I have requested a replacement, hopefully I won’t get a ton of **** with this return.  ...  "
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" ...  Guess I'll have to return this.  ...  "
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" ...  Maybe I got a return?  ...  "
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" ...  The unit never came back after that. ... I ended up returning to Amazon for a refund but it didn't give me hope in getting a new one.  ...  "
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" ...  The unit never came back after that. ... I ended up returning to Amazon for a refund but it didn't give me hope in getting a new one.  ...  "
User Manual
 7
website, pdf download, manuals, guide, step
+71%
-29%
comment
" ...  The step by step direction in the manual and on the website are flawless.  ...  "
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" ...  Helpful and complete documentation.  ...  "
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" ...  Helpful and complete documentation.  ...  "
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" ...  following the directions in the quick start guide (pdf download from the website), and installation guide (also a pdf download from the website) and you are up and running in about an hour.  ...  "
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" ...  following the directions in the quick start guide (pdf download from the website), and installation guide (also a pdf download from the website) and you are up and running in about an hour.  ...  "
For Running
 7
running, unit, snap, setup
+86%
-14%
comment
" ...  It led me right through getting everything set up and running.  ...  "
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" ...  It has been running well all the time.  ...  "
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" ...  Running toy servers?  ...  "
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" ...  If I run across complications, I'll update accordingly.  ...  "
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" ...  If you do that, this will be a snap to setup and run.  ...  "
comment
" ...  If you do that, this will be a snap to setup and run.  ...  "
Power Consumption
 7
consumption, tu, server, recorcorder, less
+43%
-57%
comment
" ...  Changed power supplies and everything and no power to the unit.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Would not power on at all.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Yesterday it went full TU, with a blinking blue power light.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Yesterday it went full TU, with a blinking blue power light.  ...  "
Resolution
 6
video station, upnp, tv shows, tv, stream
+100%
comment
" ...  I am able to stream 4K content to my TV through my home network with no issues and new media is detected by other devices right away!  ...  "
comment
" ...  And by that I mean it can really do anything, it has a sufficient dual core cpu that is good enough to stream any 1080p content (though I have not tried 4k) as well as host content for the web.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I was impressed how many streams it could handle with HD video.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I was impressed how many streams it could handle with HD video.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Video Station is an ideal video organizer of your collection of movies, TV shows, home videos, and TV recordings, allowing you to watch videos on your computer, DLNA/UPnP-compliant DMAs, AirPlay devices, iOS/Android devices, and Windows Phone.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Video Station is an ideal video organizer of your collection of movies, TV shows, home videos, and TV recordings, allowing you to watch videos on your computer, DLNA/UPnP-compliant DMAs, AirPlay devices, iOS/Android devices, and Windows Phone.  ...  "
ISP
 6
old, filesystem, ext4, router, connected
+83%
-17%
comment
" ...  No trouble configuring.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I upgraded from an old Netgear Ready NAS to this, and I'm glad I did.  ...  "
comment
" ...  No problem once I connected it directly to the router.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I personally prefer the simplicity of web interfaces like linksys/netgear.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I personally prefer the simplicity of web interfaces like linksys/netgear.  ...  "
Cleaning
 6
spontaneously, nfs, moving, mountable, make
+33%
-67%
comment
" ...  Dirty inside job.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This along with a few others that my coworkers have deployed for clients have spontaneously wiped themselves/erased all stored data.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This along with a few others that my coworkers have deployed for clients have spontaneously wiped themselves/erased all stored data.  ...  "
Size
 6
quiet, looks, portable, nice, good
+100%
comment
" ...  I really like the size, it's very quit and non-obtrusive.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I have this on my desk in my library and it looks nice.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It's quiet, it's small and it looks good.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Quiet and small.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Quiet and small.  ...  "
Design
 6
looks, look
+100%
comment
" ...  Have yet to test either, but they look very promising.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I have this on my desk in my library and it looks nice.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Best of all, I think it looks really nice!  ...  "
comment
" ...  It even looks nice too.  ...  "
comment
" ...  If you are going to use this for storage you're in great shape.  ...  "
comment
" ...  If you are going to use this for storage you're in great shape.  ...  "
Camera
 5
synology, photos, photographer, fee, camera
+80%
-20%
comment
" ...  I am a professional photographer, and purchased this as a backup for business.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I am a professional photographer, and purchased this as a backup for business.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This is a must have for any video lovers and people who take lots of pictures.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This is a must have for any video lovers and people who take lots of pictures.  ...  "
Controls
 4
control panel, bait
-100%
comment
" ...  How hard would it be to say, Use the control panel to .  ...  "
comment
" ...  How hard would it be to say, Use the control panel to .  ...  "
comment
" ...  I consider that to be bait-and-switch.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I consider that to be bait-and-switch.  ...  "
Original Product
 4
never, garbage, came, back
-100%
comment
" ...  The unit never came back after that.  ...  "
comment
" ...  GARBAGE, GARBAGE, GARBAGE!  ...  "
comment
" ...  The unit never came back after that.  ...  "
comment
" ...  GARBAGE, GARBAGE, GARBAGE!  ...  "
Volume
 3
small, room, quiet, inaudible, due
+67%
-33%
comment
" ...  Quiet and small.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Quiet and small.  ...  "
Comfort
 3
bits
+100%
comment
" ...  I was able to set it up without a lot of pain.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I am not an IT pro, but I am an engineer and comfortable with tech.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I am not an IT pro, but I am an engineer and comfortable with tech.  ...  "

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Specifications

Performance
Processor Type:  Dual Core 
Memory
Memory:  113 GB
113 GB
MEMORY
Dual Core
PROCESSOR TYPE