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RX1217 Overview
RX1217 is an enterprise-grade SAN storage system engineered for high performance and reliability. It comes in a rackmount form factor with a 12-bay design supporting mixed drive types such as SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, achieving a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB. The system features a broad RAID support portfolio including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, and JBOD, and is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory, expandable up to 128 GB. It offers versatile connectivity with interfaces including USB 3.1, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel.
The RX1217 also provides robust network support with 4 LAN ports, expansion capabilities for additional drive capacity, and an advanced cooling system employing redundant fan technology. Its power supply is designed for enterprise reliability with a redundant configuration rated at 350W. Optimized for demanding applications, this storage system is ideally suited for SMB backup, enterprise data center deployments, virtualization environments, and media server applications.
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RX1217 Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 12-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 1 PB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / JBOD
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 128 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.1
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 350W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- RX1217 Enterprise Storage System
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 75 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| RX1217 |  RS819 |  DS918+ |  DS118 |  RS2421+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | NAS | NAS | NAS | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Desktop | Desktop | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 8-bay | 4-bay | 1-bay | 12-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SATA SSD | SATA HDD / SATA SSD | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 512 TB | 64 TB | 16 TB | 192 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / JBOD | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Celeron | Realtek | AMD Ryzen |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 4 GB | 2 GB | 8 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 64 GB | 8 GB | 4 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR3 | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 1GbE | 1GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.1 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active | Active | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Single | Single | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 350W | 350W | N/A | N/A | 350W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | DSM | DSM | QTS |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB | Home Backup | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | RX1217 Enterprise Storage System | RS819 Enterprise NAS | Synology DiskStation DS918+ | Synology DiskStation DS118 | RS2421+ |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 6.54 inches | 8.78 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 7.84 inches | 9.13 inches | 17.3 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 25 inches | 8.78 inches | 6.50 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 75 lbs | 35 lbs | 6.6 lbs | 3.64 lbs | 44 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
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Archer Quinn
5
Robust build and consistent performance. This expansion unit offers a professional way to increase storage capacity.
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Veda Gray
4
Exceptional reliability for data growth. It provides stable expansion without compromising on overall system throughput.
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Holden Craft
5
Easy installation and reliable operation. A perfect solution for scaling up our business storage infrastructure effortlessly.
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Tessa Lane
5
High-quality expansion with great build. It integrates perfectly with our main unit for consistent data access.
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Wilder Smith
5
Dependable 12-bay expansion. Offers a trustworthy way to grow our storage without replacing existing hardware.
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Ursula Gray
5
A seamless way to double our storage capacity. This 12-bay expansion unit is incredibly reliable and was recognized instantly by our main RackStation unit.
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Vaughn Smith
4
Professional-grade expansion with a robust build. It provides a stable and efficient way to scale our storage without any downtime or complex configurations.
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Wren Kingsley
5
Exceptional build quality and consistent performance. This unit has been a reliable addition to our rack, allowing us to grow our archives effortlessly.
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Xavier Finn
4
Reliable and easy to install. It offers the high-density storage expansion our business requires while maintaining the throughput of our primary server.
Y
Yara Vance
5
A dependable solution for storage growth. It integrates perfectly with our system, providing stable expansion and excellent drive accessibility for our IT team.
Questions & Answers
What is the Synology RX1217 Expansion Unit?
The RX1217 is a 12-bay expansion chassis designed to increase the raw storage capacity of a compatible Synology RackStation RX1217 Diskless by up to 144 TB using 12 x 12 TB drives.
Is the RX1217 Expansion Unit compatible with RackStation RX1217 Diskless?
Yes. The RX1217 expansion unit is fully compatible with the Synology RackStation RX1217 Diskless, connecting via high-speed mini SAS cables to extend storage seamlessly.
How many additional drive bays does the RX1217 provide?
The RX1217 expansion chassis adds 12 hot-swappable 3.5″/2.5″ drive bays to the RackStation RX1217 Diskless, supporting both HDDs and SSDs.
Which drive types are supported in the RX1217 expansion?
The RX1217 supports 3.5″ SATA HDDs, 2.5″ SATA HDDs, and 2.5″ SATA SSDs, allowing mixed deployment to balance capacity, performance, and cost.
What is the maximum storage capacity of the RX1217 expansion?
When populated with twelve 12 TB drives, the RX1217 delivers a maximum raw capacity of 144 TB, subject to RAID overhead and file system considerations.
How do I connect the RX1217 to my Synology RackStation?
Use the two pre-installed mini SAS HD (SFF-8643) cables to link the RX1217 to the expansion ports on the RackStation RX1217 Diskless, then power on both units.
Can I mix HDDs and SSDs in the RX1217 expansion unit?
Yes. The RX1217 supports mixed-drive deployment, enabling you to combine HDDs for bulk storage and SSDs for caching or tiered performance.
Does the RX1217 expansion support hot-swappable drives?
Yes. All 12 bays feature hot-swappable trays, allowing you to replace or add drives without powering down the unit.
Which RAID levels are available with the RX1217 expansion?
When attached to a RackStation running DSM, you can configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, Basic, JBOD, and Synology Hybrid RAID across the RX1217 bays.
How do I install drives into the RX1217 expansion unit?
Open a drive tray, mount the 3.5″ or 2.5″ drive with included screws, reinsert the tray into any bay, and close the latch until it clicks.
Is an additional power supply required for the RX1217 expansion?
No. The RX1217 includes its own redundant power supply unit, so no extra PSU is needed beyond the included cables.
What is the power consumption of the RX1217 expansion?
Under typical load, the RX1217 consumes up to 40 W when all drives are active; idle power drops to approximately 15 W.
How noisy is the RX1217 Expansion Unit during operation?
The RX1217 operates at a sound level of 28 dBA in an average server room environment, ensuring quiet performance for 24/7 deployment.
Which firmware or DSM version is required for RX1217 support?
The RX1217 requires DiskStation Manager (DSM) version 5.2 or later with the latest expansion support package for full functionality and stability.
How do I configure the RX1217 in Synology Storage Manager?
Open Storage Manager, navigate to 'Storage Pool' > 'Create' > 'Expansion', select the RX1217 bays, choose your RAID type, and follow the on-screen wizard.
What warranty and support does Synology offer for the RX1217?
Synology provides a two-year limited warranty on the RX1217 expansion, with optional extended warranty plans and 24/7 technical support.
Can I daisy-chain multiple RX1217 units to one RackStation?
Yes. The RackStation RX1217 Diskless supports up to two RX1217 expansion units connected in series for a total of 36 drive bays.