Refurbished DiskStation DS1618+
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Refurbished DiskStation DS1618+

High capacity storage and data protection for anyone

DS1618plus
DS1618plus
Refurbished DiskStation DS920+

Synology Certified Refurbished

Access Synology solutions in a cost-effective and environmentally responsible way. All certified refurbished products are put through extensive testing, comply with stringent quality standards, and come with a 2-year warranty.

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CPU

CPU

Quad-core 2.1GHz with AES-NI encryption engine

Memory

Memory

4GB DDR4, expandable up to 32GB

Scalability

Scalability

Expand up to 16 drives
with two DX517 expansion units

Rise to the challenge

Prepare your DS1618+ for heavy workloads or upgrade flexibly as your business continues to grow. Use add-in cards to add bandwidth, fast SSD cache, or both.

Maximize bandwidth
Boost storage performance
Do both with one card
Maximize bandwidth
Boost storage performance
Do both with one card

Storage that fits your needs

Make the most of high-performance networking and file access without taking up unnecessary space. DS1618+ comes equipped with 6 bays and can scale up to 16 bays with 2 DX517 expansion units as your data needs grow.

6 bays108 TB

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16 bays288 TB

Storage that fits your needs
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windows2019
citrix
openstack

Ultimate Backup Solution

Refurbished DS1618+ integrates various backup applications into an intuitive user interface, offering durable storage technologies to safeguard your valuable data on any device.

Active Backup for Business

Active Backup for Business

Centralize backup tasks for VMware, Windows, and file servers. Restore whatever you want fast and reliably when needed.

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Hyper Backup

Hyper Backup

Comprehensively back up your data to a local shared folder, an external device, another Synology NAS, an rsync server, or a public cloud to ensure data safety.

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Drive Package

Drive Package

Safeguard your computer with Synology Drive Client. Effortlessly perform real-time data backups and point-in-time file recovery.

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Google Workspace

Active Backup for Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace

Protect corporate data stored on the cloud. On-premise backup solution with a centralized dashboard. Optimize storage efficiency with single instancing and block-level deduplication technology.

Microsoft 365Google Workspace

Works best with Synology drives

Engineered to handle intensive 24/7 workloads, Synology drives consistently deliver top-grade performance.

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Hardware Overview

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  • 1Status indicator
  • 2Alert indicator
  • 3Power button and indicator
  • 4LAN indicator
  • 5Drive status indicator
  • 6Drive tray
  • 7USB 3.0 port
  • 8Power port
  • 9Kensington Security Slot
  • 10eSATA port
  • 11System fan
  • 121GbE RJ-45 port
  • 13PCIe expansion slot
  • 14Reset button
  • 15USB 3.0 port

Notes:

  1. PCIe add-in cards, expansion units, and storage drives are sold separately. Refer to the compatibility list for compatible devices.

  2. Synology SNV3000 series M.2 NVMe SSD drives can be installed through the built-in M.2 slots to enable SSD caching or create SSD storage pools. Drives are sold separately.

  3. Storage figure calculated based on a RAID 0 configuration. Total storage capacity may vary depending on hard drives used and RAID configuration.

Hardware Specifications
CPU
CPU
CPU Model Intel Atom C3538
CPU Quantity 1
CPU Core 4
CPU Architecture 64-bit
CPU Frequency 2.1 GHz
Hardware Encryption Engine
Memory
Memory
System Memory 4 GB DDR4 non-ECC SODIMM
Memory Module Pre-installed 4 GB (4 GB x 1)
Total Memory Slots 2
Maximum Memory Capacity 32 GB (16 GB x 2)
Notes
  • Synology reserves the right to replace memory modules with the same or higher frequency based on supplier's product life cycle status. Rest assured that the compatibility and stability have been strictly verified with the same benchmark to ensure identical performance.
  • Please select Synology memory modules for optimum compatibility and reliability. Synology will not provide complete product warranty or technical support if non-Synology memory modules are used for memory expansion.
  • For more information on memory upgrade limitations, visit here.
  • For more information on the recommended memory configurations, visit here.
Storage
Storage
Drive Bays 6
Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit 16 (DX517 x 2)
Compatible Drive Type* (See all supported drives)
  • 3.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA SSD
Hot Swappable Drive*
Notes "Compatible drive type" indicates drives that have been tested to be compatible with Synology products. This term does not indicate the maximum connection speed of each drive bay.
External Ports
External Ports
RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port 4
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port* 3
Expansion Port 2
Expansion Port Type eSATA
Notes The USB 3.0 standard was renamed to USB 3.2 Gen 1 by the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) in 2019.
PCIe
PCIe
PCIe Expansion 1 x Gen3 x8 slot (x4 link)
Appearance
Appearance
Size (Height x Width x Depth) 166 mm x 282 mm x 243 mm
Weight 5.05 kg
Others
Others
System Fan 92 mm x 92 mm x 2 pcs
Fan Speed Mode
  • Full-Speed Mode
  • Cool Mode
  • Quiet Mode
Easy Replacement System Fan
Brightness Adjustable Front LED Indicators
Power Recovery
Noise Level* 23.7 dB(A)
Scheduled Power On / Off
Wake on LAN / WAN
Power Supply Unit / Adapter 250 watts
AC Input Power Voltage 100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption 56.86 watts (Access)
25.76 watts (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit 194.01 BTU/hr (Access)
87.9 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
Notes
  • Power consumption is measured when it is fully loaded with Western Digital 1TB WD10EFRX hard drive(s).
  • Noise Level Testing Environment: Fully loaded with Seagate 2TB ST2000VN000 hard drive(s) in the idle state. Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones, each set up 1 meter away from the Synology NAS at the front and rear. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8%
Temperature
Temperature
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% RH
Certification
Certification
  • EAC
  • CCC
  • KC
  • FCC
  • CE
  • BSMI
  • VCCI
  • RCM
Warranty
Warranty
2 Years
Notes The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. (Learn more)
Environment
Environment
RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content
Packaging Content
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Accessory Pack X 1
  • AC Power Cord X 1
  • RJ-45 LAN Cable X 2
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1
Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories
Notes
  • All memory modules will operate at the maximum frequency specified by the CPU manufacturer.
  • The original non-ECC memory modules must be removed before the optional ECC memory modules can be installed. For more information, visit here.

Notes:

  1. Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
  2. The figures are based on Synology internal testing. Each performance test is done individually. No other services or applications are processed at the same time.
  3. The actual performance may be lower than lab testing figure due to differences in server configuration, deployment, and the number of active operations.
  4. If usage requirements exceed the specifications above, please contact our regional partners for professional advice.