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Synology® Introduces DiskStation DS416play

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

Taipei, Taiwan—June 2, 2016—Synology® Inc. today launched DiskStation DS416play. The consumer-centric 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 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 at Synology Inc. "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 data storage."

Synology DS416play features single channel 4K Ultra HD or triple-channel 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 enjoy their favorite movies via Apple TV, DLNA devices, mobile devices, and computers.  

Powered by a 1.6 GHz dual-core processor with a burst frequency up to 2.48 GHz, DS416play achieves faster processing performance exceeding 225 MB/s reading and 186 MB/s writing 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), the most advanced and intuitive operating system for network-attached storage devices that offers a wide range of applications from backup to multimedia for home and personal uses. While earning the highest overall ranking in the 10th TechTarget Quality Awards survey for mid-range NAS systems, Synology has also received numerous media accolades, including PC Mag Readers' Choice for five years in a row.

For more information, please visit https://www.synology.com/products/DS416play.  

Availability

DS416play is available worldwide immediately.

Synology at a Glance

Synology creates network attached storage and IP surveillance solutions that transform the way users manage data and conduct surveillance in the cloud era. By taking full advantage of the latest technologies, Synology aims to help users centralize data storage and backup, share files on-the-go, and implement professional surveillance solutions in reliable and affordable ways. Synology is committed to delivering products with forward-thinking features and the best in class customer services.

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