--- product_id: 21670322 title: "Synology DS216" brand: "synology" price: "£5.39" currency: GBP in_stock: null reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/21670322-synology-ds216 store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # Dual-core CPU Hot-swappable drives Hardware encryption Synology DS216 **Brand:** synology **Price:** £5.39 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Elevate Your Storage Game! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Synology DS216 by synology - **How much does it cost?** £5.39 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/21670322-synology-ds216) ## Best For - synology enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted synology brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Tool-Free Convenience:** Enjoy hassle-free upgrades with hot-swappable, tool-less drive trays. - • **Customizable Visibility:** Adjust the brightness of front LED indicators to suit your workspace. - • **Secure Your Digital Life:** Keep your data safe with advanced hardware encryption. - • **Effortless Data Management:** Easily transfer files with the USB Copy Button. - • **Unleash Your Data Potential:** Experience lightning-fast performance with a powerful dual-core CPU. ## Overview The Synology Disk Station 2-Bay (DS216) is a robust NAS solution designed for seamless data management and security. Featuring a dual-core CPU, hardware encryption, and user-friendly design, it supports up to 16 TB of storage, making it perfect for both personal and professional use. With its intuitive Synology Disk Station Manager, managing your files has never been easier. ## Description Synology Disk Station DS216 is a feature-rich 2-bay NAS server best fits the need of workgroups and offices environment, specifically designed for users who need to share and protect data effectively, while increasing productivity with comprehensive office applications. ## Features - Dual-core CPU with hardware encryption engine - USB Copy Button for easy data transmission - Brightness adjustable front LED indicators - Hot-swappable & tool-less drive trays design - Running on Synology Disk Station Manager (DSM) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Standing screen display size | 3.5 Inches | | Hard Drive | 16 TB Diskless | | Wireless Type | Bluetooth | | Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 | | Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 | | Brand | Synology | | Series | DS216 | | Item model number | DS216 | | Hardware Platform | PC;Mac;Android;Apple iOS | | Operating System | Synology DiskStation Manager | | Item Weight | 2.9 pounds | | Product Dimensions | 9 x 4 x 7 inches | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9 x 4 x 7 inches | | Color | Black | | Number of Processors | 2 | | Computer Memory Type | DDR3 SDRAM | | Power Source | AC | | Voltage | 240 Volts | | Manufacturer | Synology America Corp | | ASIN | B0185ZU0O2 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Date First Available | November 19, 2015 | ## Images ![Synology DS216 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61HZDyI2jWL.jpg) ![Synology DS216 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wr12KhEvL.jpg) ![Synology DS216 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61u6J6kcKUL.jpg) ![Synology DS216 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613sA3SGKlL.jpg) ![Synology DS216 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71nffMCyDzL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Love it love it love it........... *by M***D on Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2017* Well, I have to say I'm blown away. I retired from IT several years ago, and haven't really kept track of stuff like I used to. I have to say this is a killer machine for the price!! I still dabble with small projects, and IP security cameras have been both a hobby and a little income for a couple years. I've been a fan of Blue Iris and cheap Chinese cameras like Microsevens and Foscams. On my latest project, a 6 camera system covering a commercial/residential complex, I needed something that wasn't a PC running Blue Iris. The load Blue Iris puts on a computer is pretty astounding all things being equal. Some research led me to this item, and I have to say I love it. Configuration is pretty easy to deal with. Installation was a snap. The applications available are worth far more than you pay for the device and drives. Everyone has a different phone or tablet, and the DS Cam app works flawlessly both on iOS and Android. My only heartburn is the cost of camera licenses, but given the time I've saved in getting things up and running, I'm way ahead of the game. I'm not only using it for the camera surveillance software, but also as a personal cloud and notes server, with tons more apps to explore. iCloud can kiss my behind!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars The migration to the new one went without a hitch and the performance is good enough for us at 100 megs per second on ... *by T***C on Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2016* I'm a fan of Synology products and use this as a media server, surveillance station and file share server PC and MAC backups. I purchased this to replace an aging DS212 that whose performance was seriously suffering with the latest DSM software/firmware versions. The migration to the new one went without a hitch and the performance is good enough for us at 100 megs per second on writes and 65 or so on reads. That said, the performance should be better and doesn't match their benchmarks; and the reads should generally be faster than the writes, which is odd. I think Synology still has some software work to do and needs to fix the performance issues they introduced with the 5.x series of the DSM firmware, you can google and read all about it in their forums. They significantly changed something which caused many, many people on older generations of disk stations to drop from 60 - 70 meg/sec file transfers to 20 - 30, suspect this is what continues to drag down the speed on the new generation. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Upgraded From An Old Synology NAS to This DS216 *by K***R on Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2016* I purchased this item to replace an aging Synology DS210j. There was a delay in shipping but the unit arrived several days later in good shape. Setup was a little bit harder than the 210j since there was really no paperwork other than how to install the hard drives and to turn on the unit.I installed two WD Red drives. The tool less design made this an easy process that took only a couple of minutes to complete. I connected the unit to my LAN and set up the shares in the same manner as before. I then copied all of my files from the old DS210j to the DS216. The entire process of setting up the unit, copying data, mapping network drives on all of my computers, and setting up backup tasks took several hours.The DS216 has been running for about a week now and all is well. It is considerably faster than the 210j, but you would expect that.I purchased the unit from Amazon, however when my credit card was charged it said Amazon Marketplace. The invoice says Amazon. There was no packing slip, so I really don't know where the unit came from. It really doesn't matter since Amazon will stand behind it if need be. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/21670322-synology-ds216](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/21670322-synology-ds216) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*