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Testseek.com have collected 53 expert reviews of the Synology DiskStation DS918+ 4-bay USB3/eSATA and the average rating is 88%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Synology DiskStation DS918+ 4-bay USB3/eSATA.
Award: Editor’s Choice June 2018
June 2018
 
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The editors liked

  • BTRFS filesystem with snapshots available
  • Supports 4K H.264/H.265 online transcoding
  • Supports up to two M.2 NVMee 2280 SSD modules without occupying internal drive bays
  • Great design
  • Quiet operation
  • Excellent performance
  • Dual 4K transcode
  • DSM is in a league of its own
  • 24/7 reliability
  • Built-in M.2 NVMe SSD slots
  • Accessible SODIMM memory slots
  • Easy to access
  • Key-locked drive trays
  • 2 channel 4K transcoding
  • Hardware encryption engine
  • DiskStation Manager apps that extend functionality
  • Fairly good performance
  • Power consumption
  • DSM OS
  • Btrfs filesystem support
  • Two Gigabit Ethernet ports
  • Two M.2 NVMe 2280 slots
  • AES-NI hardware encryption engine
  • Low HDD temperatures
  • Tool-less installation of HDDs
  • Support for up to

The editors didn't like

  • Expensive
  • No 10 GbE support
  • Performance could be faster
  • Pricey
  • No 10 GbE ports
  • RAM capped at 8 GB (due to Celeron J3455)
  • Vampire power (power consumption in standby mode) exceeds 0.5 W
  • Lacks an HDMI port
  • Plastic HDD trays are without anti-vibration materials and locks
  • Cannot skip disk checking during RAID 5 and RAID 6 setup
  • You cannot format an external disk into NTFS (

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  Published: 2018-10-01, Author: Warren , review by: klgadgetguy.com

  • Fast and consistent performance, Perfect for running server-client tier applications and a web server, Expand up to additional five hard drives if you want to, SSD cache greatly improves system response
  • Limited to 8GB RAM, SSD is only limited to caching
  • The Synology DS918+ is a 4-bay NAS that you shouldn't hesitate on getting if your workplace depends heavily on a centralized storage device, it is powerful, versatile, and does almost everything that you can think of as a server for a retail price of RM25...

 
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  Published: 2020-12-31, review by: gadgetpilipinas.net

  • Abstract:  Synology is a staple brand in the storage industry. It's probably the first thing that comes into mind when hearing about NAS or Network Attached Storage. The DS918+ is one of Synology's popular models because of THREE THINGS, its ease of use, office capa...

 
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  Published: 2019-02-23, Author: Anjie , review by: teknogadyet.com

  • Synology DiskStation DS918+ ReviewGiven all the things that the Synology DS918+ can do as a perfect and upgraded home storage, buying this device as an investment, especially for home-based workers and those managing a small business is a no brainer. With...

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  Published: 2019-02-20, Author: SpideyPH1 , review by: techpatrl.com

  • The Synology Diskstation DS918+ is highly recommended for small business owners. Setting up the NAS is very easy. Just install, configure and start uploading your files to your private cloud.The only concern I have is the cost. It is pricey.Design5.0Ease...

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  Published: 2018-06-08, review by: gadgetsmagazine.com.ph

  • Synology continues to update its products with the latest technologies and features to challenge its competitors. And if you are looking for a dependable and intuitive NAS, the DS918+ will not disappoint.Also published in GADGETS MAGAZINE April 2018 Issue...

 
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  Published: 2017-12-11, Author: Lester , review by: lesterchan.net

  • The DS918+ is retailing for S$811 while the DS418play is retailing for S$711. Overall, I find that the DS918+ is more value for money than the DS418play. At S$100, you get a faster processor, more RAM and the ability to use SSD caching which is extremely...

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  Published: 2017-12-11, Author: Discman , review by: disczone.net

  • Abstract:  After setting up the Synology DiskStation DS918+, the next step would be to upgrade the memory modules/RAM from the existing 4GB to something more. This is especially important if you are going to run more stuff such as Dockers, or even virtual machines...

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  Published: 2017-12-03, Author: Discman , review by: disczone.net

  • Abstract:  This is the review of the latest prosumer Network Attached Storage by Synology, the Synology Diskstation DS918+. Although I have been using various models of Synology DiskStation NAS since I bought my DS1511+ back in 200, DS412+ has always been my favour...

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  Published: 2020-03-23, Author: Luis , review by: newesc.com

  • Sistema sencillo y fácil de usar, Excelente relación precio/rendimiento, Abundante cantidad de aplicaciones disponibles
  • Bahias de plástico, Sin filtro antipolvo en el frontal
  • Al principio comenté queSynologydefine a este NAS como un servidor de almacenamiento de alta velocidad y realmente estoy de acuerdo con ello. ElDiskStation 918+, tanto por el numero de bahías disponibles como por capacidades, es un producto pensado para t...

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  Published: 2020-05-29, Author: Mathieu , review by: generation-nt.com

  • Les performances, Sobre, La qualité générale, La polyvalence, DSM, Les emplacements MVNe
  • Pas de prise HDMI, Le prix assez élevé
  • Le Synology DS918+ n'aura pas de mal à remplacer son prédécesseur: il profite d'une montée en gamme sérieuse au niveau de la fiche technique et le choix du Celeron J3455 est particulièrement judicieux: suffisamment performant pour affronter la plupart d...

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