Synology BeeStation 4TB specifications

This is the original 1 GB-memory 4 TB model. Do not substitute the later 2 GB BST151-4T or 4 GB BST170-4T.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Capacity; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Processor; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Memory; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Product dimensions (HxWxD); model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Weight; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → LAN Port; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → External Ports; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Power Frequency; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → AC Input Power Voltage; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Operating environment; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Storage environment; model column 1. Manufacturer Fahrenheit lower bound is inconsistent; −20°C equals −4°F.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Power Recovery; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Power Supply Unit / Adapter; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Power Consumption; model column 1. Manufacturer access/hibernation rating, not an independent test.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → British Thermal Unit; model column 1. Manufacturer access/hibernation rating, not an independent test.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Package contents; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Warranty; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Certifications; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Supported browsers; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → BeeStation for desktop; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → BeeFiles mobile app; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → BeePhotos mobile app; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → BeeCamera mobile app; model column 1.

Manufacturer table → BST150-4T → Interface languages; model column 1.

Manufacturer approximation after system reservation; distinguish this from raw decimal TB and folder quotas.

A USB drive is separate storage or a backup target. It does not turn the internal disk into a redundant array.

USB-A/C ports connect external drives, not a USB cable for PC/Mac direct storage access.

Connect the appliance to a router or switch by Ethernet. A wireless client can then access it over the network.

This appliance does not expose the general DSM Package Center of a DiskStation.

Physical setup confirmation is required. Plan account recovery as part of ownership.

Enable local access before an outage; desktop/mobile app sign-in without Internet is not supported by the current product FAQ.

The invitation limit is separate from tested concurrent SMB connections; it is not a guarantee for eight heavy workloads.

Internet-disconnected or uninitialized units do not enter HDD hibernation according to the software limitations.

Local account and SMB must be enabled. No SMB recycle bin; personal data is isolated, while preconfigured Media/Time Machine and allowed USB shares have different permissions.

Manufacturer test included two simultaneous BeePhotos mobile backups; real results depend on the workload.

This is a preset limit for each named folder, not the total usable disk capacity. The original BST150-4T does not support Plex Media Server.

UTF-8 characters can occupy multiple bytes. Application-specific limits can be stricter.

Restricted punctuation is excluded; see System Settings → Limitations for the exact reserved-character list.

Older points expire. These remain on the same disk and do not protect against failure or loss of the appliance.

Snapshot-powered restore points do not mean that every folder or system setting is recoverable.

Scheduled daily or selected-weekday backups; compression, deduplication and resumable transfer are documented.

Protect the encryption key and verify a restore. The existence of encryption is not a promise that every local folder is encrypted at rest.

Available capacity and service plan still constrain retention; oldest versions are removed first.

A BeeStation archive cannot restore a Synology NAS, or vice versa. Reset deletes the task, while existing backup files remain.

Back up USB contents separately. Do not assume a connected USB drive is automatically covered by the BeeStation backup task.

Public links can have passwords/expiry; viewer and contributor permissions are separate. Cloud/USB/computer views require their respective configuration.

Enable version history; this differs from 30-day internal restore points and external backup retention.

Actual preview support depends on browser/OS. Storing a file and previewing it are separate capabilities.

Reserved system names and path punctuation are disallowed. Filesystem byte limits may apply first.

Download-only mode retains local files after cloud deletions. No incremental updates: modified files are transferred again in full.

Provider speed and size policies still apply; cloud-service events are not recorded by BeeFiles.

These are documented integration limits and can change with the provider.

Business: filename ≤128 characters, complete path ≤308; extra reserved names/punctuation apply.

Reserved Dropbox names and cache paths are excluded.

The full software source lists additional punctuation, prefixes and special folders that are excluded from sync.

Unrecognized formats do not mount through the supported interface.

External files can be browsed remotely without being copied into internal storage; permissions can be limited to selected users.

No direct public sharing, labels/stars or version history for external files. Deletion bypasses the recycle bin; copy to My Files before public sharing.

A manufacturer caution about simultaneous HDD activity, not an independent performance result.

Offline access requires a downloaded/cached copy within the configured cache size; provider tasks are configured on the web/desktop first.

OS-specific formats are explicitly qualified in the list; client playback support can differ.

Face naming/merging and object visibility controls are documented. Shared collection links can restrict password, expiry and per-file size.

Both image and video components are required for Live Photos. RAW and video preview support depends on the client.

Affected images include HEIF/HEIC/HIF. Affected videos include HEVC MOV/MP4, AVI/DivX, WMV/XviD and other formats listed in the source. Original playback remains device/browser dependent.

Windows HEIF/HEVC extensions can move preview work to the computer and reduce NAS load.

This integration depends on Apple interfaces. Do not weaken an account security choice merely to assume import compatibility.

For iOS, notifications and charging help avoid backup interruption. Delayed sync between devices sharing iCloud can leave photos temporarily unbacked-up.

Windows on ARM and Windows Server are excluded; the desktop app cannot run with administrator privileges.

Mounted network/removable drives cannot be selected as standard sync/backup folders.

On-demand folder path selection is Windows-only. Restore history is configured in BeeFiles versioning.

Manufacturer concurrency test: each computer syncing 30 GB with about 5 MB average file size; not a guarantee for another file mix.

Hidden/system/temp files, shortcuts, symlinks, aliases, PST and other listed file types are excluded; root/home directories cannot be chosen.

Files with 8.3-style names can collide; changes inside unrecognized mounted folders may not be detected.

A physical security key attached to a Mac can interfere with receiving an Apple verification code during Photo Transfer.

Do not transfer the Plus model’s application support to the original 4 TB model.

Current hardware/client matrix lists BeeCamera only for Plus models.

US/Canada included among eligible regions; redeem within 90 days of first Synology-account sign-in or by 2028-09-29, whichever is earlier. Promotion terms may change; verify eligibility before buying.

Basic local storage does not require a recurring storage subscription. Trials and bundled licenses have separate eligibility and expiration terms.

Hardware warranty and a short review do not establish lifetime data safety. A single internal disk needs a separate backup.