Expansion Unit RX1217​RP/​RX1217
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Expansion Unit RX1217​RP/​RX1217

Scale up your RackStation in a breeze

RX1217
RX1217

Volume expansion & backup

When drive capacity is running low on a Synology RackStation, Synology RX1217RP/RX1217 offers an easy way to immediately expand storage by providing 12 additional drive slots. The RAID volume on the Synology RackStation can be expanded directly without having to reformat the existing hard drives, ensuring service continuity during the expansion process. To ensure 24/7 service uptime, Synology RX1217RP is equipped with redundant power supplies, allowing automatic failover support if one of the PSUs fail.

When created as a separate volume, Synology RX1217RP/RX1217 also serves as an additional local backup destination for Synology RackStations.

Reliable plug-and-use design

Synology RX1217RP/RX1217 securely connects to Synology RackStation servers with a high-bandwidth expansion cable, ensuring maximum data throughput and smooth operation — as if they are part of the internal drives of Synology RackStation. SATA 6Gb/s interface ensures the installed drives provide high quality, outstanding data processing performance.

Green & easy to manage

Hibernation mode can be manually configured to start automatically when the system has been inactive for a period of time. This not only saves energy but also extends the lifespan of hard drives. RX1217RP/RX1217 will also smartly power on/off with the attached RackStation, so no user intervention is needed to keep this system running smartly and efficiently.

Backed by Synology drives

Leverage high sustained performance and reliability with enterprise-grade drives with built-in data protection designed for Synology systems.

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Notes:

  1. Storage drives are sold separately. Refer to the compatibility list for compatible devices.

Hardware Specifications
RX1217RP
RX1217
Applied Models
Supports creating volumes across different units
  • 21 series:RS4021xs+, RS3621xs+, RS3621RPxs, RS2821RP+, RS2421RP+, RS2421+
  • 19 series:RS1619xs+
  • 18 series:RS3618xs, RS2818RP+, RS2418RP+, RS2418+
  • 17 series:RS4017xs+, RS3617xs+, RS3617RPxs, RS3617xs
  • 16 series:RS2416RP+, RS2416+
  • 14 series:RS3614xs+, RS3614RPxs, RS3614xs, RS2414RP+, RS2414+
  • 13 series:RS3413xs+
  • 12 series:RS3412RPxs, RS3412xs, RS2212RP+, RS2212+
  • 11 series:RS3411RPxs, RS3411xs, RS2211RP+, RS2211+
  • 21 series:RS4021xs+, RS3621xs+, RS3621RPxs, RS2821RP+, RS2421RP+, RS2421+
  • 19 series:RS1619xs+
  • 18 series:RS3618xs, RS2818RP+, RS2418RP+, RS2418+
  • 17 series:RS4017xs+, RS3617xs+, RS3617RPxs, RS3617xs
  • 16 series:RS2416RP+, RS2416+
  • 14 series:RS3614xs+, RS3614RPxs, RS3614xs, RS2414RP+, RS2414+
  • 13 series:RS3413xs+
  • 12 series:RS3412RPxs, RS3412xs, RS2212RP+, RS2212+
  • 11 series:RS3411RPxs, RS3411xs, RS2211RP+, RS2211+
Notes
  • To have better performance, we recommend creating storage volumes physically located within the same NAS or Expansion Unit, rather than creating volumes across your NAS and Expansion Unit.
  • DSM version requirement: 6.0.1-7393 or later version
  • To have better performance, we recommend creating storage volumes physically located within the same NAS or Expansion Unit, rather than creating volumes across your NAS and Expansion Unit.
  • DSM version requirement: 6.0.1-7393 or later version
Storage
Drive Bays 12 12
Compatible Drive Type* (See all supported drives)
  • 3.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA SSD
  • 3.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA SSD
Hot Swappable Drive*
RAID Management through Synology DSM
Notes
Synology only guarantees full functionality, reliability, and performance for Synology drives listed on the compatibility list. The use of non-validated components may limit certain functionality and result in data loss and system instability. Synology only guarantees full functionality, reliability, and performance for Synology drives listed on the compatibility list. The use of non-validated components may limit certain functionality and result in data loss and system instability.
External Ports
Expansion Port 1 1
Appearance
Size (Height x Width x Depth) 88 mm x 430.5 mm x 692 mm 88 mm x 430.5 mm x 664 mm
Size (Height x Width x Depth) (with server ears) 88 mm x 482 mm x 724 mm 88 mm x 482 mm x 696 mm
Weight 13.4 kg 12.7 kg
Rack Installation Support* 4-post 19" rack (Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02) 4-post 19" rack (Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02)
Notes
The rail kit is sold separately The rail kit is sold separately
Power
Power Recovery Synchronized with the Synology RackStation Synchronized with the Synology RackStation
Power Supply Unit / Adapter 500 W 500 W
AC Input Power Voltage 100V to 240V AC 100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency 50/60 Hz, Single Phase 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption 71.3 W (Access)
31.2 W (HDD Hibernation)
68.60 W (Access)
27.45 W (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit 243.52 BTU/hr (Access)
106.53 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
234.23 BTU/hr (Access)
93.73 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
Redundant Power Supply -
Notes
Power consumption is measured when it is fully loaded with Western Digital 1TB WD10EFRX hard drive(s). Power consumption is measured when it is fully loaded with Western Digital 1TB WD10EFRX hard drive(s).
Temperature
Operating Temperature 5°C to 35°C (40°F to 95°F) 5°C to 35°C (40°F to 95°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F) -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% RH 5% to 95% RH
Others
System Fan 80 mm x 80 mm x 3 pcs 80 mm x 80 mm x 3 pcs
Easy Replacement System Fan
Noise Level* 54.2 dB(A) 54.6 dB(A)
Notes
Noise Level Testing Environment: Fully loaded with Seagate 1TB ST31000520AS hard drive(s) in the idle state. Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones, each set up 1 meter away from the Synology NAS at the front and rear. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8% Noise Level Testing Environment: Fully loaded with Seagate 1TB ST31000520AS hard drive(s) in the idle state. Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones, each set up 1 meter away from the Synology NAS at the front and rear. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8%
Certification
  • FCC
  • CE
  • BSMI
  • EAC
  • RCM
  • KC
  • FCC
  • CE
  • BSMI
  • EAC
  • RCM
  • KC
Warranty
5 Years 5 Years
Notes
The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. (Learn more) The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. (Learn more)
Environment & Packaging
Environment
RoHS Compliant RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Accessory Pack X 1
  • AC Power Cord X 2
  • Expansion Cable: Infiniband X 1
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Accessory Pack X 1
  • AC Power Cord X 1
  • Expansion Cable: Infiniband X 1
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1
Optional Accessories
Hardware Specifications
RX1217RP
RX1217
Applied Models Supports creating volumes across different units
  • 21 series:RS4021xs+, RS3621xs+, RS3621RPxs, RS2821RP+, RS2421RP+, RS2421+
  • 19 series:RS1619xs+
  • 18 series:RS3618xs, RS2818RP+, RS2418RP+, RS2418+
  • 17 series:RS4017xs+, RS3617xs+, RS3617RPxs, RS3617xs
  • 16 series:RS2416RP+, RS2416+
  • 14 series:RS3614xs+, RS3614RPxs, RS3614xs, RS2414RP+, RS2414+
  • 13 series:RS3413xs+
  • 12 series:RS3412RPxs, RS3412xs, RS2212RP+, RS2212+
  • 11 series:RS3411RPxs, RS3411xs, RS2211RP+, RS2211+
  • 21 series:RS4021xs+, RS3621xs+, RS3621RPxs, RS2821RP+, RS2421RP+, RS2421+
  • 19 series:RS1619xs+
  • 18 series:RS3618xs, RS2818RP+, RS2418RP+, RS2418+
  • 17 series:RS4017xs+, RS3617xs+, RS3617RPxs, RS3617xs
  • 16 series:RS2416RP+, RS2416+
  • 14 series:RS3614xs+, RS3614RPxs, RS3614xs, RS2414RP+, RS2414+
  • 13 series:RS3413xs+
  • 12 series:RS3412RPxs, RS3412xs, RS2212RP+, RS2212+
  • 11 series:RS3411RPxs, RS3411xs, RS2211RP+, RS2211+
Notes
  • To have better performance, we recommend creating storage volumes physically located within the same NAS or Expansion Unit, rather than creating volumes across your NAS and Expansion Unit.
  • DSM version requirement: 6.0.1-7393 or later version
Storage Drive Bays 12 12
Compatible Drive Type* (See all supported drives)
  • 3.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA SSD
  • 3.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA HDD
  • 2.5" SATA SSD
Hot Swappable Drive*
RAID Management through Synology DSM
Notes Synology only guarantees full functionality, reliability, and performance for Synology drives listed on the compatibility list. The use of non-validated components may limit certain functionality and result in data loss and system instability.
External Ports Expansion Port 1 1
Appearance Size (Height x Width x Depth) 88 mm x 430.5 mm x 692 mm 88 mm x 430.5 mm x 664 mm
Size (Height x Width x Depth) (with server ears) 88 mm x 482 mm x 724 mm 88 mm x 482 mm x 696 mm
Weight 13.4 kg 12.7 kg
Rack Installation Support* 4-post 19" rack (Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02) 4-post 19" rack (Synology Rail Kit - RKS-02)
Notes The rail kit is sold separately
Power Power Recovery Synchronized with the Synology RackStation Synchronized with the Synology RackStation
Power Supply Unit / Adapter 500 W 500 W
AC Input Power Voltage 100V to 240V AC 100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency 50/60 Hz, Single Phase 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption 71.3 W (Access)
31.2 W (HDD Hibernation)
68.60 W (Access)
27.45 W (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit 243.52 BTU/hr (Access)
106.53 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
234.23 BTU/hr (Access)
93.73 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
Redundant Power Supply -
Notes Power consumption is measured when it is fully loaded with Western Digital 1TB WD10EFRX hard drive(s).
Temperature Operating Temperature 5°C to 35°C (40°F to 95°F) 5°C to 35°C (40°F to 95°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F) -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% RH 5% to 95% RH
Others System Fan 80 mm x 80 mm x 3 pcs 80 mm x 80 mm x 3 pcs
Easy Replacement System Fan
Noise Level* 54.2 dB(A) 54.6 dB(A)
Notes Noise Level Testing Environment: Fully loaded with Seagate 1TB ST31000520AS hard drive(s) in the idle state. Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones, each set up 1 meter away from the Synology NAS at the front and rear. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8%
Certification
  • FCC
  • CE
  • BSMI
  • EAC
  • RCM
  • KC
  • FCC
  • CE
  • BSMI
  • EAC
  • RCM
  • KC
Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
Notes The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. (Learn more)
Environment & Packaging
Environment RoHS Compliant RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Accessory Pack X 1
  • AC Power Cord X 2
  • Expansion Cable: Infiniband X 1
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Accessory Pack X 1
  • AC Power Cord X 1
  • Expansion Cable: Infiniband X 1
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1
Optional Accessories