Synology DiskStation DS418Play
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Synology Disk Station DS418Play - NAS server - 4 bays - RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD - RAM 2 GB - Gigabit Ethernet - iSCSI
623.40 GBP
Price updated on: 20-02-2025 20:13:02
623.40 GBP
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| Model | Synology DS418PLAY |
| MPN | Synology DS418PLAY |
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Bays The total number of drive bays available in a storage enclosure or similar device, indicating how many individual drives can be installed.
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4 Bay |
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Built-in devices A list of the built‑in components or devices that are permanently integrated into a product, such as cameras, microphones, speakers, displays, storage units, or other hardware modules. Each entry represents a distinct component type that is included without requiring external accessories.
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Led panel |
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Cables included A list of the cable types that are supplied with the product, such as USB, HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, LAN (RJ‑45), SATA, audio or other relevant connectors.
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2 x network cable |
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Colour The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
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White |
| Compliant Standards | DLNA CERTIFIED, UPnP |
| Compression format | MPEG-2, H.264, H.265, VC-1 |
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Cooling The type of cooling mechanism used by a product, such as active fan‑based cooling, passive heat sinks, liquid cooling, or no active cooling. It indicates whether the device relies on airflow, conduction, or other methods to dissipate heat and helps users assess thermal performance and noise levels.
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Fan |
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CPU Cores The total count of physical processing units (cores) present in a central processing unit (CPU). This integer value indicates how many independent execution threads the CPU can handle simultaneously, influencing multitasking performance and computational throughput.
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Dual Core |
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CPU Model The complete name or part number of the central processing unit used in a device, such as "Intel Core i7-10700K" or "AMD Ryzen 5 5600X". This value allows users to distinguish between different processor families, generations, and performance levels.
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J3355 |
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CPU Speed The maximum operating frequency of a central processing unit (CPU), expressed in hertz (Hz). This value indicates how many cycles per second the CPU can execute under normal conditions and is useful for comparing performance potential across different models.
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2.0 GHz |
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CPU Type The specific name or designation of the central processing unit installed in a device, such as "Intel Core i5-11400" or "AMD Ryzen 7 5800X." It identifies the exact processor variant and helps users compare performance, compatibility, and features across products.
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Intel Celeron |
| Data Link Protocol | 10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, GigE |
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Device type The general classification of a product, such as tablet, smartphone, router, or computer. It indicates the primary function or form factor that helps buyers quickly identify and compare similar items.
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NAS server |
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Dimensions The pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates how many pixels are used to render the visual content and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.
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199 x 166 x 223 (WxHxD mm) |
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DOM Module Indicates whether the product includes a Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) module that provides optical power, temperature, and other diagnostics for fiber‑optic connections.
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No |
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Drive Form Factor Support A specification of the physical drive sizes and configurations that a storage device can accommodate. Each value lists one or more drive dimensions (e.g., "12 x 2.5"/3.5") indicating the number of bays and the supported platter or SSD form factor. This attribute helps users determine whether their existing drives fit the enclosure or server.
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4 x 2.5"/3.5" |
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Edition A brief statement indicating the edition or version of a product, such as "Reprint", "New Edition", or a numeric edition number like "2nd edition". It identifies which specific release of the item is being referenced.
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DiskStation DS418play |
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Encryption algorithm A list of cryptographic and authentication methods that the device can use for secure network communication or data protection. Each entry represents a distinct algorithm or protocol, such as encryption ciphers (e.g., AES, WEP), authentication mechanisms (e.g., RADIUS, WPA‑PSK), or network security protocols (e.g., HTTPS, SSL/TLS). The values are typically separated by commas and may include both technical identifiers and consumer‑friendly labels.
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SSL, TLS, AES-NI |
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Expansion bays Cantidad total de ranuras disponibles en el producto para la instalación de módulos o dispositivos adicionales, como tarjetas de expansión, controladores u otros componentes que se insertan físicamente en el equipo.
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4 (total) / 4 (free) x hot-swap - 2.5" / 3.5" |
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Expansion slots The total count of physical expansion slots available on a device for installing additional modules or peripherals such as PCI‑Express cards, M.2 drives, USB adapters, or other expansion hardware. It indicates how many separate slots can be used simultaneously or swapped between the product and other devices.
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2 (total) / 1 (free) x SO-DIMM 204-pin |
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External Connectivity A comma‑separated list of the physical connector types that are available on the exterior of a product, such as USB (various versions), HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet (RJ‑45), Thunderbolt, SATA, eSATA, SD card reader, audio jacks, and other common interfaces. The list helps users identify which ports they can use for data transfer, video output, power delivery or expansion.
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2 x LAN 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 |
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Host connectivity A comma‑separated list of the physical network interfaces that a product supports for wired connectivity, such as Gigabit Ethernet or 10 Gigabit Ethernet. The values describe the type and speed of each interface.
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Gigabit Ethernet |
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Humidity range operating The range of relative humidity (expressed as a percentage) within which the product is designed to operate reliably. Values are given as a minimum–maximum interval such as "10 to 80%" and indicate the acceptable environmental moisture level for optimal performance.
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5 - 95% |
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Image Resolution The pixel dimensions of a device’s main display, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates how many pixels are used to render the visual content on the primary screen and is commonly applied to monitors, TVs, smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
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1280x720, 1920x1080, 2048x1536, 2591x1944, 3840x2160, 4096x2160 |
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Internal Flash Memory Indicates whether the product contains an internal flash memory component that can be used for storage or firmware. A value of "Yes" means a built‑in flash module is present; "No" indicates it is absent.
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No |
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LAN Type The type of network connection supported by the product, such as Ethernet speeds (e.g., 10/100/1000 Mbps) or combined interfaces like 1GbE + 10GbE. It indicates which networking standards are available for data transfer.
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10/100/1000 |
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Max supported capacity The largest amount of digital storage that a product can accommodate, expressed as a numeric value with an appropriate unit such as GB, MB, or TB. This attribute helps users understand the upper limit of data the device can hold, whether it is built‑in, expandable, or external storage.
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40 TB |
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Max Supported Qty The highest number of units that a product can support or accommodate in a single configuration, such as the maximum number of devices that can be connected to a hub, the maximum number of drives in a rack, or the largest quantity of items that can be stored. This value is expressed as an integer and applies to any product where a count limit is relevant.
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1 |
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Maximum RAM Memory Supported The largest amount of random‑access memory (RAM) that a device or component can support, expressed as a data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates the upper limit of memory capacity for active processes and multitasking performance.
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6GB (2GB+4GB) |
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Maximum storage capacity The largest amount of digital storage that a product can hold or provide, expressed as a numeric value with an appropriate unit such as GB, MB, TB, or a descriptive label indicating the type of media (e.g., SSD, HDD). This attribute helps users understand how much data can be stored on the device and compare storage options across products.
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64 TB |
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Maximum Turbo Speed The highest clock frequency that a processor can reach when operating in turbo mode, expressed as a frequency value such as GHz or MHz. It indicates the peak performance capability of the CPU under load and is typically higher than its base frequency.
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2.5 GHz |
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NAS Form Factor Represents the physical size and mounting configuration of a Network Attached Storage device, such as 1U, 2U, or desktop tower. The value indicates how many rack units the enclosure occupies or whether it is a standalone tower, allowing users to match the NAS with available server racks or workstations.
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Desktop |
| Noise Level | 20.5 dB(A) |
| Power consumption operational | 29.01 Watt |
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Power Device The main type of electrical supply that powers the device, such as mains electricity, batteries, USB power, or a combination of these options.
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External power adapter |
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Power Provided The electrical power that a device can deliver to connected equipment, expressed in watts (W). It indicates the maximum output capacity of the device’s power supply or internal source, helping users understand how much power can be supplied to peripherals or other components.
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90 Watt |
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Processors installed The total number of physical processor units that are installed in a device or system. It represents how many separate CPU chips are present, regardless of model, generation, or core count, and helps users understand the overall processing capacity.
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1 x Intel Celeron J3355 2 GHz |
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PSU Type The form factor or mounting style of a power supply unit, such as ATX, SFX, or other standardized sizes. It indicates the physical dimensions and connector layout that determine compatibility with computer cases and motherboards.
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External |
| RAID Level | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, JBOD |
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RAM Memory The amount of random‑access memory installed in a device, expressed as a data size (e.g., megabytes or gigabytes). It indicates how much information the system can hold for active processes and affects multitasking performance.
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2 GB (installed) / 6 GB (supported) - DDR3L |
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RAM Memory Included The amount of random‑access memory that is physically present in a device, expressed as a data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates how much information the system can hold for active processes and affects multitasking performance.
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2GB (1x2GB) |
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RAM Memory Type The specific type of RAM module installed in a device, such as DDR3, DDR4, SO‑DIMM, or UDIMM. It indicates the generation and form factor of the memory that determines compatibility with motherboards and performance characteristics.
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DDR3L |
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Remote Management Protocol Lista de los protocolos que un dispositivo puede usar para la configuración, supervisión o mantenimiento remoto. Cada valor indica un protocolo individual (por ejemplo, SNMP, HTTP/HTTPS, Telnet, SSH) y permite al usuario saber cómo acceder a las funciones administrativas del equipo.
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SNMP, Telnet, HTTPS, SSH |
| Specification | No |
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Total storage capacity The overall amount of digital storage that can be held by the device, including all built‑in and removable options. The value is expressed as a numeric quantity followed by an appropriate unit such as GB, MB, or TB.
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0 GB |
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Total Storage Included Cantidad total de datos que puede almacenar un producto cuando se incluye la unidad de almacenamiento interna o externa que viene con el dispositivo, expresada con su unidad habitual (por ejemplo GB, MB o TB). Este valor representa la capacidad de almacenamiento disponible para el usuario sin necesidad de añadir componentes adicionales.
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N/A |
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Type The general category or style of the product, such as laptop, printer cartridge, or cooling fan. It helps buyers quickly identify the nature of the item and compare similar products.
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RAID |
| Voltage required | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Weight The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
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2.23 kg |

Synology is a Taiwanese company that makes network-attached storage (NAS) devices. These devices allow users to store data on a central server that can be accessed by multiple devices on a network. Synology's NAS devices are popular with home users and small businesses because they are easy to use and offer a wide range of features.








