Synology
Synology DX5 5-Bay Expansion Unit for DS509+ NAS
★★★★★
Expand Your Storage with Ease The Synology DX5 provides a seamless solution for expanding storage capacity and backing up data for compatible Synology DiskStations. Designed to effortlessly integrate, this unit allows users to increase the storage space of their DS509+ by adding up to 5 additiona...
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Overview
Expand Your Storage with Ease
The Synology DX5 provides a seamless solution for expanding storage capacity and backing up data for compatible Synology DiskStations. Designed to effortlessly integrate, this unit allows users to increase the storage space of their DS509+ by adding up to 5 additional hard drives. Functioning also as a dedicated backup solution, the DX5 ensures data security and accessibility.
Specifications:
- Purpose: Volume Expansion and Data Backup
- Compatibility: Synology DiskStation DS509+ (2009 models)
- Maximum Hard Drives Supported: 5
- Connectivity: Plug-n-Use, eSATA 3.0 Gb/sec
- Management: Managed through Synology Disk Station Manager 2.1 (No Firmware Installation Required)
- HDD Hibernation: Configurable for energy saving and extended hard drive lifespan
- Color: Black
Key Features
Disk Station Manager 2.1: AJAX-Based Management Interface, Remote File Management with a Web Browser,
Max HDD Support (Internal HDD): 5x 2TB
Internal HDD: 5X 3.5?SATA(II) and External HDD Interface: 1X eSATA
Networking Protocols: CIFS, AFP (3.1), FTP, NFS, Telnet/SSH
The DX5 requires the usage of the DS509+.The DX5 will not operate by itself
Specifications
Number of Bays
5
Max Internal HDD Support
5x 2TB
Internal HDD Type
5X 3.5” SATA(II)
External HDD Interface
1X eSATA
Management Interface
Disk Station Manager 2.1 (AJAX-Based)
Networking Protocols
CIFS, AFP (3.1), FTP, NFS, Telnet/SSH
Compatibility
Requires Synology DS509+
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Designed to expand the storage capacity of the Synology DS509+ NAS, increasing its utility for data archiving.
- Supports up to 5x 2TB internal HDDs, offering a potential maximum capacity of 10TB for extensive data storage.
- Features an eSATA external HDD interface, allowing for high-speed connectivity to the main Disk Station Manager.
- Integrates with Disk Station Manager 2.1, providing an AJAX-based management interface for remote file management.
- Allows users to manage files remotely using a web browser, offering convenience and accessibility for administrators.
👎 Cons
- This Synology DX5 expansion unit requires the usage of a DS509+ and will not operate independently, which is a significant dependency.
- The maximum supported internal HDD size is 2TB per drive, which may be limiting for those seeking larger individual drive capacities in modern setups.
- Disk Station Manager 2.1 is an older version, and its features or compatibility with current systems might be outdated.
- The networking protocols listed (CIFS, AFP (3.1), FTP, NFS, Telnet/SSH) are standard but may lack newer, more advanced protocols.
- Specific information on RAID support configurations within the expansion unit itself is not provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Synology DX5 operate as a standalone NAS?
No, the Synology DX5 is an expansion unit that requires the usage of a Synology DS509+ and will not operate by itself.
What is the maximum storage capacity this expansion unit can support?
It supports a maximum of 5 internal 2TB HDDs, allowing for a total of 10TB of expanded storage with compatible drives.
What type of hard drives are compatible with the DX5?
The DX5 is designed for 5X 3.5" SATA(II) internal hard drives, with a maximum capacity of 2TB per drive.
How is the DX5 managed?
It integrates with Disk Station Manager 2.1, which offers an AJAX-based management interface and remote file management via a web browser when connected to a DS509+.
What kind of interface does it use to connect to the main NAS?
The expansion unit connects to the main NAS via an eSATA external HDD interface, facilitating data transfer.
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