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Synology DiskStation DS214play

2-Bay Compact NAS Media Center

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    Synology DiskStation DS214play
    2-Bay Compact NAS Media Center
    Embrace the ultimate media center

    Optimized for multimedia processing, DS214play is a 2-bay NAS aiming to fulfill the increasing need for high-quality photo, music, and video streaming, while keeping all other aspects of the NAS uncompromised.

    Dual core CPU with floating-point unit enhances media processing

    DS214play is equipped with a built-in floating-point unit which not only enhances the overall capability of the main CPU but is particularly advantageous in speeding up thumbnail creation when uploading large amounts of photos or videos. Coming with a dual core CPU and 1GB RAM, DS214play delivers an average 107.2 MB/sec reading and 108.04 MB/sec writing speed under RAID 1 configuration in a Windows® environment1. 
    1080p Full HD video transcoding

    Powered by a hardware accelerated transcoding engine, DS214play features 1080p Full HD video transcoding on the fly. With 1080p lossless transcoding, you can enjoy a non-degraded version of the original movie even when the format is not supported by your player.1080p Full HD video transcoding


    Easy hard drive installation and hot-swappable support

    To ensure your data safety and convenience, the tool-less hard drive trays allow you to install 3.5" hard drives without a screwdriver. Additionally, DS214play supports hot-swappable hard drive trays, enabling instant and risk-free hard disk replacement.
    Easy hard drive installation and hot-swappable support

    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 workAward winning OS - DiskStation Manager


    Ultimate file center

    File Station is a fast and secure feature for sharing and managing your files stored on DS214play. 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, DS214play 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.
    Ultimate file centre

    The most compatible sharing

    The most compatible sharing

    Enjoy seamless files sharing across Windows®, Mac®, and Linux® platforms as DS214play offers comprehensive network protocol support including FTP, SMB2, AFP, NFS and WebDAV. With Windows AD and LDAP integration, DS214 can fit effortlessly into any existing network environment - there is no need for IT administrators to maintain two sets of credentials. You also won't worry about missing files with the Recycle Bin feature which is supported on AFP, CIFS, File Station, and WebDAV. All files deleted in a shared folder will be automatically moved into the Recycle Bin



    Get mobility with Synology apps

    Synology develops versatile mobile apps - DS note, DS audio, DS video, DS photo+, DS cloud, DS file, DS download and DS cam - allowing you to access and manage the contents of your DS214play 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

    Enjoy multimedia library

     DS214play 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 DS214play, 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
    Enjoy multimedia library

    Stream content to your TV

    DS214play 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 DS214 to your widescreen TV effortlessly.

     Stream content to your TV

    Embrace the ultimate media center

    Optimized for multimedia processing, DS214play is a 2-bay NAS aiming to fulfill the increasing need for high-quality photo, music, and video streaming, while keeping all other aspects of the NAS uncompromised.

    Dual core CPU with floating-point unit enhances media processing

    DS214play is equipped with a built-in floating-point unit which not only enhances the overall capability of the main CPU but is particularly advantageous in speeding up thumbnail creation when uploading large amounts of photos or videos. Coming with a dual core CPU and 1GB RAM, DS214play delivers an average 107.2 MB/sec reading and 108.04 MB/sec writing speed under RAID 1 configuration in a Windows® environment1. 
    1080p Full HD video transcoding

    Powered by a hardware accelerated transcoding engine, DS214play features 1080p Full HD video transcoding on the fly. With 1080p lossless transcoding, you can enjoy a non-degraded version of the original movie even when the format is not supported by your player.1080p Full HD video transcoding


    Easy hard drive installation and hot-swappable support

    To ensure your data safety and convenience, the tool-less hard drive trays allow you to install 3.5" hard drives without a screwdriver. Additionally, DS214play supports hot-swappable hard drive trays, enabling instant and risk-free hard disk replacement.
    Easy hard drive installation and hot-swappable support

    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 workAward winning OS - DiskStation Manager


    Ultimate file center

    File Station is a fast and secure feature for sharing and managing your files stored on DS214play. 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, DS214play 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.
    Ultimate file centre

    The most compatible sharing

    The most compatible sharing

    Enjoy seamless files sharing across Windows®, Mac®, and Linux® platforms as DS214play offers comprehensive network protocol support including FTP, SMB2, AFP, NFS and WebDAV. With Windows AD and LDAP integration, DS214 can fit effortlessly into any existing network environment - there is no need for IT administrators to maintain two sets of credentials. You also won't worry about missing files with the Recycle Bin feature which is supported on AFP, CIFS, File Station, and WebDAV. All files deleted in a shared folder will be automatically moved into the Recycle Bin



    Get mobility with Synology apps

    Synology develops versatile mobile apps - DS note, DS audio, DS video, DS photo+, DS cloud, DS file, DS download and DS cam - allowing you to access and manage the contents of your DS214play 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

    Enjoy multimedia library

     DS214play 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 DS214play, 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
    Enjoy multimedia library

    Stream content to your TV

    DS214play 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 DS214 to your widescreen TV effortlessly.

     Stream content to your TV

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