Synology DiskStation DS416play NAS

Synology Inc. launched DiskStation DS416play.

The consumer-centric four-bay NAS server, equipped with a 1.6GHz dual-core processor with a burst frequency up to 2.48GHz, is a performance storage and application server built for home users and creative professionals to store an entire library of content in one place.

“With accelerated performance, DS416play lets you accomplish more tasks in one day,” said Jason Fan, product manager, Synology. “The add-on software packages allow users to organize and access files with ease, extending the capability of NAS and taking it further beyond just storage.“

DS416play features single channel 4K Ultra HD or triple-channel full HD video transcoding on the fly, allowing users to 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 enjoy their favorite movies via Apple TV, DLNA devices, mobile devices, and computers.

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Powered by a 1.6GHz dual-core processor with a burst frequency up to 2.48GHz, DS416play achieves faster processing performance exceeding 225 MB/s writing and 186 MB/s reading under RAID-5 configuration in a Windows environment. Dual gigabit LAN offers failover support ensuring service continuity during unexpected LAN failure.

DS416play runs on DiskStation Manager (DSM), OS for NAS that offers a of applications from backup to multimedia for home and personal uses.

DS416play is available worldwide.