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Synology DS101912 DiskStation 20TB iSCSI NAS Server
Synology's 5-bay DS1019+ NAS delivers 20TB of iSCSI-ready storage with a quad-core Celeron and Btrfs support.
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Overview
Centralize Your Data with a Versatile NAS Solution
The Synology DiskStation DS1019+ is a high-performance network-attached storage (NAS) solution designed for a variety of server roles. With its Intel Celeron processor, ample memory, and support for multiple drives, the DS1019+ delivers reliable storage, backup, and file-sharing capabilities.
Key Features:
- Processor: Intel Celeron J3455 Quad-Core 1.5GHz (up to 2.3GHz).
- Memory: 8GB DDR3L SDRAM.
- Storage: 20TB (5 x 4TB) 7.2K SATA HDDs.
- Ports: 2 x RJ-45 1GbE LAN (with Link Aggregation/Failover), 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x eSATA.
- Operating System: Synology DSM Software.
- File System: Btrfs for Advanced LUN iSCSI Service.
Specifications:
- Brand: Synology
- Model: DS101912
- Processor: Intel Celeron J3455 Quad-Core 1.5GHz (up to 2.3GHz)
- RAM: 8GB DDR3L
- Storage: 20TB (5 x 4TB) SATA HDDs
- Ports: 2 x RJ-45, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x eSATA
- Operating System: Synology DSM
- File System: EXT4, Btrfs
- Color: Black
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Five-bay design with eSATA expansion support allows scaling storage capacity as needs grow
- Btrfs file system provides advanced data integrity features including snapshots and checksumming
- Dual 1GbE LAN ports with link aggregation deliver higher aggregate throughput for multi-user environments
- 8GB RAM and quad-core Celeron processor handle multiple simultaneous services and users smoothly
- Built-in M.2 NVMe SSD cache slots boost random I/O without using a drive bay
👎 Cons
- 1GbE network ports limit maximum throughput compared to newer NAS units with 2.5GbE or 10GbE
- Intel Celeron J3455 processor may bottleneck under heavy virtualization or 4K transcoding workloads
- Fan and hard drive noise can be noticeable in quiet home office environments
- Pre-populated 4TB drives are 7200 RPM SATA, which may not match the performance of NAS-optimized drives you would choose yourself
Frequently Asked Questions
What RAID configurations does the Synology DS1019+ support with its five drive bays?
The DS1019+ supports SHR, SHR-2, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 through Synology's DSM software, giving you flexibility to balance redundancy and capacity.
Can I expand storage beyond the five internal bays?
Yes, the DS1019+ supports a Synology DX517 expansion unit via its eSATA port, adding up to five more drive bays for a total of ten.
Does this NAS support SSD caching?
Yes, the DS1019+ has two built-in M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots on the bottom of the unit for read/write caching, which can improve random I/O performance without occupying a drive bay.
What is the maximum RAM this unit supports?
The DS1019+ supports up to 8GB of DDR3L RAM. This listing includes the maximum 8GB configuration.
Does the DS1019+ support link aggregation on its two LAN ports?
Yes, the two 1GbE RJ-45 LAN ports support both Link Aggregation and Failover for increased throughput or redundancy.
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