Expansion Unit RX1217sas
Effortless capacity expansion for Synology FlashStation and RackStation solutions on-the-fly

Overview:

Synology RX1217sas delivers an effortless solution for volume expansion and data backup for Synology FlashStation/RackStation by adding 12 SAS/SATA drive bays on the fly. Synology RX1217sas is backed with Synology’s 5-year limited warranty.

• Plug-n-use design for seamless storage space upgrade
• Online volume expansion on the fly
• Redundant power supplies ensure service uptime
• Fast rack fixing lock support with Synology RKS1317
• Backed with Synology’s 5-year limited warranty & Synology Replacement Service (SRS)
• Managed by Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM)

Storage Capacity Expansion

When the storage capacity on Synology FlashStation/RackStation reaches its limit, Synology Expansion Unit RX1217sas provides easy capacity expansion by adding 12 3.5"/2.5" SAS/SATA drives to the system. Synology RX1217sas can also be used as a dedicated local backup destination of Synology FlashStation/RackStation for comprehensive data protection.

Reliable Plug-n-Use Design

Simply connect Synology RX1217sas to corresponding Synology FlashStation/ RackStation and it is ready to use. Drives in the connected Synology RX1217sas operate as though they were internal to the connected Synology NAS and can be managed directly by Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), with no additional software installation required. Redundant power supply units of RX1217sas ensure continuous service uptime.

Green and Easy to Manage

Award-winning Synology DSM provides an intuitive user interface for easy system management. Drive hibernation can be configured in DSM to take effect automatically when the system has been inactive for a period of time. This not only saves energy but also extends the lifespan of the installed drives.

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Technical Specifications:

Hardware Specifications:
Applied Models	FS3017* FS2017 RS18017xs+
Note	Connecting to a Synology FlashStation FS3017 requires the optional FS3017 Expansion Card (FXC17) to be installed on the host device. FS3017 Expansion Card is sold separately.
Storage
Drive Bay(s)	12
Compatible Drive Type	3.5" SAS HDD 2.5" SAS HDD 2.5" SAS SSD 3.5" SATA HDD 2.5" SATA SSD
Maximum Internal Raw Capacity	120 TB (10 TB drive x 12) (Capacity may vary by RAID types)
Hot Swappable Drive
RAID Management through Synology DSM
External Ports
SAS IN-port	1
SAS OUT-port	1
Appearance
Size (Height X Width X Depth)	88 mm x 482 mm x 724 mm
Weight	18 kg
Power
Power Supply Unit / Adapter	2 x 500W
AC Input Power Voltage	100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency	50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption*	132.7 W (Access)  89.3 W (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit	452.79 BTU/hr (Access)  304.7 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
Note	Power consumption is measured when fully loaded with Western Digital 1TB WD10EFRX hard drive(s).
Redundant Power Supply (for RP model)
Temperature
Operating Temperature	5°C to 35°C (40°F to 95°F)
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity	5% to 95% RH
Others
System Fan	60 mm x 60 mm x 4 pcs
Easy Replacement System Fan
Noise Level	60.9 dB(A)
Certification	FCC Class A CE Class A BSMI Class A
Warranty	5 Years
Environment & Packaging
Environment	RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content	Main Unit X 1 Accessory Pack X 1 AC Power Cord X 2 Expansion Cable: MiniSAS-HD X 1 Quick Installation Guide X 1
Optional Accessories	Synology RKS1317 - Rail Kit Sliding

*Model specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to www.synology.com for the latest information.

Documentation:

Download the Synology Expansion Unit RX1217sas Datasheet  (PDF).