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DiskStation DS416play 4-Bay Network Attached Storage (NAS)

Synology DiskStation DS416play

Bringing the next-level of user experience to homes and creative professionals

The four-bay NAS server, equipped with a 1.6 GHz dual-core processor with a burst frequency up to 2.48 GHz, is a high-performance storage and application server built for home users and creative professionals to store even the largest collection of photos and videos in one place.

4K video transcoding, watch videos on any device

DS416play features single channel 4K Ultra HD or triple-channel 1080p full HD video transcoding on the fly, allowing users to effortlessly convert media files to the right formats for playback on different devices. DS416play supports a wider selection of file formats, making it easier for users to stream favorite movies from their NAS to Apple TV, DLNA devices, mobile devices, and computers.

Accomplish more with blazing fast performance

Powered by a dual-core processor and AES-NI encryption engine, DS416play achieves faster processing performance exceeding 225 MB/s reading and 186 MB/s writing, while delivering an accelerated encrypted performance at 224 MB/s reading and 142 MB/s writing.1 Dual gigabit LAN offers failover support ensuring service continuity during unexpected LAN failure.

Safeguard your precious moments with massive storage capacity

The high capacity DS416play, supporting up to 40TB raw capacity, is the perfect destination for backing up huge collections of high resolution photos and videos –preserve all your irreplaceable memories in one safe place.

Award winning OS - DiskStation Manager

Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) is a sleek, browser-based operating system running on every DiskStation and RackStation, which makes managing your Synology NAS a breeze. Featuring an intuitive user interface, DSM makes accessing and sharing your data smarter and simpler. Synology's Package Center lets you download and install useful add-on packages designed specifically for individual or business needs, meaning you can enjoy more entertainment in your life or better productivity at work.

Ultimate file center

File Station is a fast and secure feature for sharing and managing your files stored on DS416play. Just drag-n-drop and upload data from Mac or PC. Advanced filters make it easy to search for documents, photos, or videos. With built-in FTP or email clients, DS416play lets you organize and share files through an advanced web application effortlessly. You can even share files and folders with others by simply sending a link. Files can be reached on mobile devices via the companion mobile app DS file. HTTPS, SSL/TLS encryption, and link expiry dates also ensure file sharing over the Internet is highly secure

Your files anywhere with cloud service

DS416play brings you comprehensive cloud service. Cloud Station lets you sync files among DiskStations and multiple devices, including Windows PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, as well as Windows mobile devices, whereas 2-way sync allows file synchronization among different DiskStations. With Cloud Sync, you can even sync your DiskStation with Amazon Cloud Drive, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, Baidu Cloud, and many more — establish your hybrid cloud to enjoy more storage flexibility and prevent data loss.

Stream content to your TV

DS416play is highly compatible with other devices, letting you manage and enjoy digital content with the devices you already have: computers, mobile devices, TVs, DLNA devices, and stereos. Synology offers the latest support for TV streaming, including Samsung TV, Roku players, Apple TV, and Google Chromecast, meaning you can stream digital content stored on DS416play to your widescreen TV effortlessly.

Enjoy multimedia library

DS416play provides you a central platform to organize, backup, and share photos, music, and video collections. Featuring a streamlined and sleek interface, Synology packages — Photo Station, Audio Station and Video Station — let you build a seamless entertainment hub effortlessly. Since everything is saved on DS416play, you can enjoy more customizable content arrangement, and no worries about extra monthly fees for storage capacity. Better yet, your digital collections can be shared with others via a simple link

Get mobility with our apps

Synology develops versatile mobile apps — DS note, DS audio, DS video, DS photo, DS cloud, DS file, DS get and DS cam — allowing you to access and manage the contents of your DS416play with smartphones and tablets. QuickConnect brings an easier network experience as it eliminates complicated router configuration or port forwarding. With Synology mobile apps, your multimedia collection and work files are always on the go

Connect your data quickly and easily

Synology aims to provide you the most convenient way to enjoy all services on DS416play. With Synology QuickConnect, you don't have to deal with difficult DDNS setup. QuickConnect frees you from complicated router configuration and port-forwarding, so your entertainment and work files can be accessed on any computer, laptop, or mobile devices instantly without extra charge

Eco-friendly NAS server

All Synology NAS is designed with energy efficiency in mind. DS416play only consumes 12.5W in HDD Hibernation and 29W in access. The support of Wake on LAN/WAN and scheduled power on and off can further reduce power consumption and operation cost. Synology acknowledges the responsibility as a global citizen, so all Synology products are produced with RoHS compliant parts and packed with recyclable packing materials.