Synology DiskStation DS211

Feature-rich 2-bay NAS Server for Workgroups and Offices

Synology DiskStation DS211 is an affordable and full-featured 2-bay NAS server designed to increase
productivity for business workgroups. Cross platform file sharing, rich office applications, data
backup and security are easily achieved in a flexible solution. Running on DiskStation Manager 3.0
(DSM 3.0) operating system, it delivers ease of use and variety of features.

Highlights
●● Optimal Price/Performance Ratio
●● RAID Protection
●● Windows+Mac+Linux Cross Platform File Sharing
●● Rich Office Applications
●● Effortless File Backup
●● Peace of Mind with AES 256-bit Share-level encryption

Optimal Price/Performance Ratio Rich Office Applications

The Synology DS211 delivers an average 104.37 MB/sec reading speed Synology Mail Station add-on provides a one step installation and enables
under RAID 1 configuration in a Windows environment, and 53.29 MB/sec Synology DS211 to be a mail server that supports Outlook-like Web mail,
writing. The Synology DS211 provides a reliable solution for data sharing SMTP, POP3, and IMAP.
with an easy to use interface, and comprehensive office applications,
including a complete backup solution making it one of the best values in Synology Web Station with Virtual Host option allows users to host up to 30
2-bay NAS devices available today. websites on one single Synology DS211. The built-in PHP+MySQL provides
the ability to create interactive websites without complicated settings.
Easy Setup and Management
Synology DS211 supports two USB printers simultaneously as a Print Server,
Synology DSM 3.0 operating system offers intuitive and easy-to-use and the Add Printer Wizard simplifies setup process with a wizard.
web experience. For users who are limited on time and not familiar with
configuring complicated routers, the Synology EZ-Internet Wizard simplifies Effortless File Backup
the process of setting up access to the Synology DS211 from the Internet.
The EZ-Internet Wizard steps through all of the settings including firewall The Synology DS211 offers a centralized backup target to consolidate
settings, port-forwarding, PPPoE setup and DDNS registration. fragmented and unstructured data across a network. PC Users can back up
their data to the Synology DS211 using the free Synology Data Replicator
The multi-tasking web UI on DSM 3.0 lets users to run multiple applications software, while Mac OS X users enjoy native Apple® Time Machine
simultaneously on one tab browser and switch between them instantly. integration. A web-based backup wizard is provided for backing up data in
User Home feature makes creating private shared folders for a large number the Synology DS211 to another Synology DiskStation or any rsync server via
of users an easy task as it minimizes the steps and time for the administrator an encrypted transmission, or to an external hard drive via USB connection.
to create private shared folders. Sub-folder privilege settings further extend In addition, backing up to the cloud using Amazon® S3 service is also
the flexibility to allocate permissions for different workgroups. All of these supported.
features are performed in a web browser, akin to a full desktop experience.
Eco Friendly
Windows+Mac+Linux Cross Platform File Sharing Synology DiskStation is designed and developed perpetually with the
Synology DiskStation is designed for data storage and sharing among concept of energy saving. Compared with average PC counterparts,
Windows, Mac, and Linux. Seamless file sharing across different operation Synology DS211 consumes a relatively low amount of power in operation
systems is an effortless process. Windows ADS integration allows the (22W) and has the HDDs hibernate when not in use (10.8W). This not only
Synology DS211 to quickly and easily fit into an existing network helps to save energy but also extends the lifespan of the hard disk. Unique
environment with no need to recreate user accounts on the Synology Scheduled Power On/Off feature, and the smart fan design effectively cools
DS211. down the system with minimum power consumption, yet keeps the system
quiet on operation.
Peace of Mind with Data Encryption
Finally, all Synology products are produced with RoHS compliant parts
Data protection is an important matter for business of all sizes. Synology and packed with recyclable packing materials. Synology recognizes its
DS211 comes with share-level AES 256-bit encryption to aid in the responsibility as a global citizen and is continually working to reduce the
prevention of unauthorized access attempts to the hard drives. environmental impact of the products we create.

Data Sheet
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CONNECTIONS & BUTTONS Technical Specifications

Hardware
• CPU Frequency: 1.6GHz • Weight: 0.98Kg • Power Consumption3: 22W (Access); 10.8W (HDD
• Memory Bus: 16bit@DDR1066 • LAN: Gigabit X1 Hibernation)
• Memory: 256MB • Wireless Support2 • Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C (40°F to 95°F)
• Internal HDD1: 2X 3.5” SATA(II) or 2X 2.5” SATA/SSD using • Hardware Encryption Engine • Storage Temperature: -10°C to 70°C (15°F to 155°F)
Synology Disk Holder Type C • Fan: X1(70 X 70 X 25mm) • Relative Humidity: 5% to 95%RH
LED • Max Internal Capacity: 6TB • Power Recovery • Maximum Operating Altitude: 10,000 feet
• Size (HxWxD): 161mm X 88mm X 218mm • AC Input Power Voltage: 100V to 240V • Certification: FCC Class B, CE Class B, BSMI Class B
USB 2.0 • External HDD Interface: USB 2.0 port X 3 • Power Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz, Single Phase
USB Copy
Applications
POWER File Browser / File Station Download Station cr2, crw, nef, mrw, ptx, pef, raf, 3fr, erf, mef, mos, orf, rw2,
• Supported Download Protocols: BT/HTTP/FTP/NZB/eMule dng, x3f )
FTP Server
• Custom BitTorrent Port Range • Supported Subtitles Format: srt, psb, smi, ass, ssa, sub,
• Bandwidth Control
• BitTorrent / eMule Bandwidth Control idx, ifo
• Custom FTP Passive Port Range
• Anonymous FTP Audio Station iTunes Server
• Transfer Log • Supported Audio Format: (USB Mode) AAC, FLAC, M4A, • Supported Audio Format6: MP3, M4A, M4P, WAV, AIF
MP3, Ogg Vorbis, WMA, WMA VBR; (Streaming Mode) • Supported Video Format: M4V, MOV, MP4
Web Station
MP3, M4A, M4B • Supported Playlist Format: M3U, WPL
• Virtual Host (up to 30 websites)
• Supported Playlist Format: M3U, WPL Print Server7
• PHP/MySQL
FAN • Alternative HTTP Error Page
• Internet Radio: SHOUTcast, Radioio • Max Printer #: 2
• 3rd-Party Applications Support DLNA/UPnP Media Server • Supported Protocols: LPR, CIFS, AppleTalk
LAN • DLNA Certified
USB 2.0 Surveillance Station Synology Packages
RESET Safety Lock • Default IP cam #: 1
• PS3/Xbox 360 Support • Mail Station
• Supported Audio Format: AAC, FLAC, M4A, MP3, Ogg, • Squeezebox Server
• MAX IP cam # (licenses required): 84
Vorbis, PCM, WAV, WMA, WMA VBR, WMA PRO, WMA • Webalizer
Photo Station Lossless • phpMyAdmin
• Supported Image Format: BMP, JPG (jpe, jpeg), GIF, RAW • Supported Video Format: 3GP, 3G2, ASF, AVI, DAT, DivX,
AC Input (arw, srf, sr2, dcr, k25, kdc, cr2, crw, nef, mrw, ptx, pef, raf,
• Time Backup
DVR-MS, ISO, M2T, M2TS, M4V, MKV, MP4, MPEG1, MPEG2,
3fr, erf, mef, mos, orf, rw2, dng, x3f ) MPEG4, MTS, MOV, QT, SWF, TP, TRP, TS, VOB, WMV, XviD, iPhone and Android Applications
• Supported Video Format5 : 3G2, 3GP, ASF, AVI, DAT, DivX, RV30, RV40, AC3, AMR, WMA3 • DS photo+
FLV, M4V, MOV, MP4, MPEG, MPG, QT, WMV, XviD, RM, • Supported Image Format: BMP, JPG (jpe, jpeg), GIF, ICO, • DS audio
RMVB, VOB, RV30, RV40, AC3, AMR, WMA3 PNG, PSD, TIF (tiff ), UFO, RAW (arw, srf, sr2, dcr, k25, kdc, • DS cam

General Specifications
Networking Protocols • 3rd-Party Backup Support Supported Browsers
• CIFS, AFP, FTP, iSCSI, Telnet, SSH, NFS, WebDAV, SNMP Security • Chrome 5
• Internet Explorer 7 and 8
File System • FTP over SSL/TLS
• IP Auto-Block • Firefox 3.5 and 3.6
• EXT4
• Firewall • Safari 4 and 5 (Mac)
• EXT3
• FAT32 (External Disk Only)8 • Encrypted Network Backup over rsync Supported Clients
• NTFS (External Disk Only)9 • HTTPS Connection • Windows 2000 onward
Management • Mac OS X 10.3 onward
Volume Management
• DSM Upgrade • Ubuntu 9.04 onward
• Synology Hybrid RAID
• Max iSCSI Target / LUN: 10 / 10 • Email Notification Supported Mobile Devices (Photo Station, File Station)
• Volume Type: Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1 • SMS Notification • iPhone OS 2.2.1 onward
• RAID Migration: from Basic to RAID 1 • Customized User Quota • Android OS 1.5 onward
• Expand RAID 1 with Larger Hard Drives • DDNS Support • Windows Mobile (IE Mobile or Opera 9.0 onward)
• PPPoE • Symbian OS 9.1, S60 3rd Edition onward
File Sharing Capability
• Resource Monitor
• Max User Account: 2048 Language
• UPS Management
• Max Group: 256 • Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian,
• Scheduled Power On/Off
• Max Shared Folder: 256 Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese
• Custom Management UI HTTP/HTTPS Ports
• Max Concurrent Connections (SAMBA, FTP, AFP): 128 Brazil, Portuguese European, Russian, Simplified Chinese,
HDD Management Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, Turkish
Windows Access Control List (ACL) Support
• HDD Hibernation
Windows ADS Domain Integration • S.M.A.R.T.
• Domain Users login via Samba/AFP/FTP/File Station • Dynamic Bad Sector Mapping
Backup Solutions Utilities
• Network Backup • Synology Assistant
• Local Backup • Synology Download Redirector
• Desktop Backup (using Synology Data Replicator 3 or • Synology Data Replicator
Apple Time Machine backup application)

Environment and Packaging

Environment • Welcome Note Optional Accessories
• RoHS Compliant • Assembling Kit • Synology Remote
• AC Power Adapter • Camera License Pack
Package Content
• AC Power Cord
• DS211 Main Unit
• 2M RJ-45 LAN Cable
• Installation DVD

1. Hard drive not included. purchased to expand the license quota. 7. For Mac users, DS211 supports PostScript USB printers only
2. Wireless dongles not included. Please check http://www.synology. 5. User can click and download the following video formats: RM, 8. Primary partition only.
com/ for supported wireless dongles. RMVB, VOB, RV30, RV40, AC3, AMR, WMA3, but not able to play it 9. Primary partition only.
SYNOLOGY INC. 3. Measured with 2 Seagate 750GB ST3750640NS hard drive. The
figures could vary on different environments.
in Photo Station as compressed Flash video.
6. The music in WAV and AIF format can be streamed, but the
4. 1 free license to install 1 IP camera. Additional licenses can be metadata (ex: title, album) may not be indexed on the iTunes.
Founded in 2000, Synology is a young and energetic
company dedicated to developing high-performance,
reliable, versatile, and environmentally-friendly
Network Attached Storage (NAS) products. Our goal Networking
is to deliver user-friendly solutions and solid customer
service to satisfy the needs of businesses, home offices,
individual users and families.

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