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Synology RX1222sas 12-Bay Rack Expansion Diskless

Expand Your Storage Capacity with Synology RX1222sas The Synology RX1222sas Expansion Unit provides a seamless solution for expanding the storage capacity of your Synology rackmount servers. By adding up to 12 SAS/SATA drive bays, this unit enables you to easily scale your storage infrastructure ...

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Overview

Expand Your Storage Capacity with Synology RX1222sas

The Synology RX1222sas Expansion Unit provides a seamless solution for expanding the storage capacity of your Synology rackmount servers. By adding up to 12 SAS/SATA drive bays, this unit enables you to easily scale your storage infrastructure as your data needs grow.

Specifications

  • Number of Bays: 12
  • Drive Type: SAS/SATA
  • Compatibility: Selected Synology rackmount servers
  • Warranty: 5 year warranty

Key Features

Expansion for selected Synology rackmount servers

Start creating new volumes within minutes thanks to Synology DSM’s unified tools

5 year warranty

ENHANCED COOLING - Maintain optimal operating temperatures with four 80x80mm system fans and an easy replacement design, preventing overheating and ensuring stable performance even under heavy workloads.

FLEXIBLE DEPLOYMENT - Easily integrate into existing infrastructure with 4-Post 19" rack support (Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02), offering versatile deployment options to suit diverse environments.

Specifications

Product Type
Rack Expansion
Bay Count
12-Bay
Condition
Diskless
Compatibility
Selected Synology rackmount servers
Warranty
5 years
Cooling System
Four 80x80mm system fans with easy replacement design
Rack Support
4-Post 19" (Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02)
Management Software
Synology DSM (unified tools for volume creation)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Specifically designed as an expansion unit for selected Synology rackmount servers, ensuring seamless integration.
  • Allows for the creation of new volumes within minutes, streamlining storage management with Synology DSM’s unified tools.
  • Comes with a substantial 5-year warranty, offering long-term assurance and support for your investment.
  • Features enhanced cooling with four 80x80mm system fans and an easy replacement design to maintain optimal operating temperatures under heavy workloads.
  • Offers flexible deployment options with 4-Post 19" rack support, compatible with Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02, to suit diverse IT environments.

👎 Cons

  • This unit functions as an expansion only, requiring a compatible Synology rackmount server to operate, and is not a standalone NAS.
  • The "Diskless" designation means hard drives are not included, requiring an additional purchase to utilize the storage bays.
  • While it supports 4-Post 19" racks, the Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02 is listed as an additional item for mounting, not included.
  • The value of the 5-year warranty is diminished if the primary Synology server it connects to has a shorter warranty period.
  • Users without familiarity with Synology DSM’s unified tools might experience a learning curve, despite its advertised ease of use for volume creation.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, this is a 12-bay rack expansion unit designed to work with selected Synology rackmount servers and is not a standalone NAS.
No, the Synology RX1222sas is diskless, meaning you will need to purchase and install your own hard drives.
The Synology RX1222sas comes with a substantial 5-year warranty.
It features enhanced cooling with four 80x80mm system fans and an easy replacement design to maintain optimal operating temperatures.
Yes, it offers flexible deployment with 4-Post 19" rack support and is compatible with the Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02 for integration.