Synology DiskStation DS1525 5-Bay NAS with HAT3310/HAT5300 HDDs – 2.5GbE, NVMe Caching, 300TB Expandable

Synology DiskStation DS1525 5-Bay NAS with HAT HDDs | PCBoost Synology DiskStation DS1525 5-Bay NAS with HAT3310/HAT5300 HDDs Transform your data management with the powerful Synology DS1525 5-Bay NAS, expertly bundled with enterprise-grade HAT3310 and HAT5300 hard drives. This professional network attached storage solution delivers exceptional performance with dual 2.5GbE ports, NVMe caching capabilities, and expandable storage up to 300TB. Perfect for businesses, content creators, and power users who demand reliable, high-speed private cloud storage with comprehensive data protection and seamless collaboration tools. 5-Bay Expandable Design 2.5GbE Dual Network Ports 300TB Max Expandable Capacity 1,181MB/s Sequential Read Speed Key Features and Performance 5-Bay with Expansion Start with 100TB raw storage capacity across 5 bays and expand up to 300TB with two DX525 expansion units. This scalable design grows with your business needs, ensuring you never run out of storage space for critical data, backups, and multimedia files. High-Speed Storage Experience blazing-fast performance with dual 2.5GbE ports built-in and optional 10GbE upgrade. Achieve sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,181/1,180 MB/s, making this ideal for demanding applications like 4K video editing and large file transfers. Versatile Applications Power multiple use cases simultaneously: back up multiple endpoints, manage up to 40 IP cameras for surveillance, create a private cloud for file sharing, or run virtual machines. The DS1525 handles complex workloads with ease. Fast, Out-of-the-Box Performance with Customization Options The DS1525 delivers exceptional performance straight from the box with built-in 2.5GbE networking and optional 10GbE upgrade capabilities. This enterprise-grade NAS supports both SATA SSDs and HDDs in 2.5"/3.5" internal bays, plus M.2 NVMe drives via dedicated slots for use as high-speed cache. With sequential speeds reaching up to 1,181/1,180 MB/s read/write and support for 10GbE networking, the DS1525 handles demanding workloads including 4K video editing, virtual machine hosting, and large-scale data backup with remarkable efficiency. Synology DS1525 Overview and Setup Expand Capacity for Evolving Needs Start with up to 100TB of raw storage across 5 bays using high-capacity drives. As your storage requirements grow, seamlessly expand to 300TB total capacity by adding two DX525 expansion units. This scalable architecture ensures your storage solution grows with your business, eliminating the need for costly migrations or system replacements. Whether you're storing massive video libraries, extensive backup archives, or growing databases, the DS1525 adapts to your evolving needs. Comprehensive Data Management Solutions Private Photo Storage and Management Transform how you handle visual content with intuitive photo management tools. Automatically organize photos and videos into albums, create secure share links for stakeholders, and maintain complete control over your visual assets without relying on third-party cloud services. Perfect for photographers, marketing teams, and content creators who need professional-grade photo management with unlimited storage capacity and fast access speeds. Boost Team Productivity with Collaborative Tools Enhance workplace collaboration with Synology's comprehensive productivity suite. Create, edit, and share documents across teams in real-time, host an on-premises mail server for web-based email access, and maintain full data ownership. Stay connected through secure communication channels including one-on-one chats, public channels, encrypted private channels, and group conversations—all while keeping your data completely under your control. Multi-Site Synchronization for Global Workflows Empower distributed teams with seamless NAS-to-NAS synchronization capabilities. Automatically sync files and folders across multiple locations with one-way or two-way syncing options, ensuring team alignment whether working from home, office, or different branches. The hybrid cloud solution caches frequently used files locally for rapid access while storing less frequently accessed data in the cloud, optimizing both performance and storage efficiency. Advanced Data Protection and Backup Comprehensive Data Backup Solutions Consolidate and automate backup tasks for PCs, file servers, virtual machines, and SaaS applications. Administer device backups remotely through a centralized portal and quickly restore specific files or entire systems to maintain business continuity. Take advantage of built-in 3-2-1 backup configurations designed to protect your critical data with multiple layers of redundancy and recovery options. Cloud Provider Synchronization Automatically synchronize data between your Synology NAS and major cloud providers including BackBlaze B2, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Microsoft OneDrive. Multiple protocol support, client-side encryption, and customizable sync controls enable efficient storage management across platforms. Maintain hybrid cloud flexibility while ensuring your data remains accessible and protected across multiple storage tiers and geographical locations. Complete System Protection Protect all data, applications, and configurations with comprehensive scheduled backups, including bare-metal recovery options. Back up to local and remote servers, external drives, or cloud storage destinations including Synology C2 Storage. This enterprise-grade protection ensures complete system recovery capabilities in case of hardware failure, natural disasters, or security incidents. Professional Surveillance Capabilities Synology Surveillance Station Transform your NAS into a professional video management system supporting over 8,700 IP camera models. Enjoy centralized management, remote monitoring, and playback capabilities with Synology's scalable surveillance solution. Monitor up to 40 IP cameras simultaneously with advanced features for live monitoring, investigation, management, and backup—perfect for businesses requiring comprehensive security coverage. Hardware Specifications and Connectivity Front Panel Features Status Indicator: System health monitoring Drive Status Indicators: Individual drive health display Drive Tray Locks: Secure hot-swappable bays USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port: External device connectivity Power Button and Indicator: Easy system control 5 Drive Trays: Tool-free installation Rear Panel Connectivity Dual 2.5GbE RJ-45 Ports: High-speed networking Network Upgrade Slot: 10GbE expansion option USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port: External storage/backup Reset Button: System recovery Power Port: External power adapter Cooling Fans: Whisper-quiet operation Expansion and Advanced Features Expansion Ports: Connect up to 2 DX525 units Kensington Security Slot: Physical security 2x M.2 NVMe SSD Slots: High-speed cache storage Tool-free Installation: Easy drive management Hot-swappable Design: No downtime maintenance Technical Specifications Component Specification Storage Bays 5 x 3.5" or 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD Maximum Capacity 100TB (single unit), 300TB (with expansion) Network Ports 2 x 2.5GbE RJ-45, Optional 10GbE upgrade Performance Up to 1,181/1,180 MB/s sequential read/write Cache Support 2 x M.2 NVMe SSD slots (cache only) USB Ports 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Expansion 2 x DX525 expansion units (10 additional bays) Surveillance Up to 40 IP cameras (8,700 models supported) Operating System Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) Power Consumption 36.5W (typical), 68.4W (maximum) Ideal Applications Small to Medium Business Perfect for businesses requiring centralized file storage, backup solutions, and collaborative tools with enterprise-grade security and performance. Content Creation Studios Ideal for video production, photography studios, and creative agencies needing high-speed storage for 4K/8K content and collaborative workflows. Professional Surveillance Excellent for security installations requiring reliable recording, monitoring, and management of multiple IP cameras with cloud backup capabilities. Home Office & Remote Work Superior solution for remote workers and home offices needing secure file access, backup, and sharing capabilities across multiple devices. Related Categories and Products 5-Bay NAS Kits NAS Hard Drives NAS Enclosures Synology DS1525 Complete Technical Specifications | PCBoost Synology DS1525 Complete Technical Specifications AMD Ryzen V1500B Quad-Core CPU 8GB DDR4 ECC Memory 5 Bays 3.5" / 2.5" Drive Support 2×2.5GbE High-Speed Network Ports Hardware Specifications Processor (CPU) Component Specification CPU Model AMD Ryzen V1500B CPU Quantity 1 CPU Cores 4 Cores CPU Architecture 64-bit CPU Frequency 2.2 GHz Hardware Encryption Engine ✓ Supported Memory Component Specification System Memory 8 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM Memory Module Pre-installed 8 GB (8 GB × 1) Total Memory Slots 2 Maximum Memory Capacity 32 GB (16 GB × 2) Memory Notes: Synology reserves the right to replace memory modules with the same or higher frequency based on supplier's product life cycle status Please select Synology memory modules for optimum compatibility and reliability For multi-module memory configurations, all modules must be identical Storage Component Specification Drive Bays 5 Bays Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion 15 Bays (DX525 × 2) M.2 Drive Slots 2 (NVMe) Drive Type Support 3.5" SATA HDD 2.5" SATA SSD M.2 2280 NVMe SSD Hot Swappable Drive ✓ Supported (SATA bays only) Storage Notes: Hot swappable drive feature is not supported by M.2 SSD slots Compatible drives are mandatory - consult compatibility list before purchasing External Ports & Connectivity Port Type Quantity & Specification RJ-45 2.5GbE LAN Port 2 Ports USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port 2 Ports Expansion Port 2 Ports Expansion Port Type USB Type-C PCIe Expansion 1 × Gen3 x2 network upgrade slot Physical Specifications Physical Attribute Specification Dimensions (H × W × D) 166 mm × 230 mm × 223 mm Weight 2.67 kg System Fan 92 mm × 92 mm × 2 pcs Fan Speed Mode Full-Speed Mode Cool Mode Quiet Mode Brightness Adjustable Front LED ✓ Supported Noise Level 22.60 dB(A) Power & Environmental Power Specification Value Power Supply Unit 120 watts AC Input Power Voltage 100V to 240V AC Power Frequency 50/60 Hz, Single Phase Power Consumption (Access) 44.56 watts Power Consumption (HDD Hibernation) 13.63 watts British Thermal Unit (Access) 151.95 BTU/hr British Thermal Unit (Hibernation) 46.48 BTU/hr Power Recovery ✓ Supported Scheduled Power On/Off ✓ Supported Wake on LAN/WAN ✓ Supported Operating Environment Environmental Factor Range Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F) Operating Humidity 8% to 80% RH Storage Humidity 5% to 95% RH Certifications & Compliance FCC CE BSMI VCCI RCM UKCA EAC CCC KC BIS RoHS Compliant Warranty & Support 3-Year Hardware Warranty Extendable to 5 years with EW201 or Extended Warranty Plus Extended Warranty Plus available in Europe and North America EW201/EW202 available in Asia, Africa, and Oceania Package Contents Item Quantity Main Unit 1 Accessory Pack 1 AC Power Adapter 1 AC Power Cord 1 RJ-45 LAN Cable 2 Optional Accessories Category Compatible Models DDR4 ECC SODIMM Memory D4ES03-8G / D4ES03-16G Expansion Units DX525 Enterprise 3.5" SATA HDD HAT5300 Series Plus Series 3.5" SATA HDD HAT3300 Series Enterprise 2.5" SATA SSD SAT5200 Series Enterprise M.2 NVMe SSD SNV3400 & SNV5400 Series 10GbE Network Upgrade E10G22-T1-Mini DSM Software Specifications Storage Management Storage Feature Specification Maximum Single Volume Size 200 TB (32 GB memory required) 108 TB (standard memory) Maximum Internal Volume Number 32 M.2 SSD Storage Pool Support ✓ Supported SSD Read/Write Cache ✓ Supported SSD TRIM ✓ Supported Supported RAID Types Synology Hybrid RAID Basic, JBOD RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 Storage Management Notes: Volumes over 108 TB require 32 GB of memory or more Actual maximum storage pool and volume sizes depend on drive sizes, bay availability, and RAID configuration Creating M.2 storage pools requires Synology-verified SSDs for optimal thermal management File System Support Drive Type Supported File Systems Internal Drives Btrfs, ext4 External Drives Btrfs, ext4, ext3, FAT32, NTFS, HFS , exFAT File Services & Protocols Service Specification File Protocols SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, WebDAV, Rsync Maximum SMB Connections 40 Connections (FSCT-Based) Windows ACL Integration ✓ Supported NFS Kerberos Authentication ✓ Supported User & Folder Management Management Feature Maximum Capacity Maximum Local User Accounts 1,024 Maximum Local Groups 256 Maximum Shared Folders 256 Maximum Shared Folder Sync Tasks 8 Maximum Hybrid Share Folders 10 Backup & High Availability Backup Feature Support Status Hyper Backup - Folder and Package ✓ Supported Hyper Backup - Entire System ✓ Supported Synology High Availability ✓ Supported Log Center Events per Second 800 Events/sec Virtualization Compatibility Platform Compatibility VMware ESXi 6.5 and VAAI ✓ Supported Windows Server 2022 ✓ Supported Citrix Ready ✓ Supported OpenStack ✓ Supported Application-Specific Specifications Synology Chat Chat Feature Specification Maximum Number of Users 150 Users Chat Performance Notes: Measured with simulated users, each with an average record of 20,000 messages, emojis, or stickers. Required server response time is below ten seconds. Download Station Download Feature Specification Maximum Concurrent Download Tasks 80 Tasks SAN Manager (iSCSI) iSCSI Feature Specification Maximum iSCSI Target Number 64 Targets Maximum LUN 128 LUN Clone/Snapshot ✓ Supported Windows ODX ✓ Supported MailPlus Server Mail Feature Specification Free Email Accounts 5 Accounts (Additional require licenses) Maximum Number of Users 100 Users MailPlus Performance Notes: Based on 20% of users with 20,000 item mailbox randomly performing actions and receiving 240 emails per day 80% of users receiving 20 emails per day Features evaluated: anti-spam, anti-virus, DNSBL, greylist, content scanning, and full-text search Media Server & Synology Photos Media Feature Specification DLNA Compliance ✓ Supported Facial Recognition ✓ Supported Object Recognition ✓ Supported Snapshot Replication Snapshot Feature Maximum Capacity Maximum Snapshots per Shared Folder 256 Maximum System Snapshots 4,096 Surveillance Station Surveillance Feature Specification Default Licenses 2 (Additional cameras require licenses) Maximum IP Cameras (H.264) 1080p: 40 channels, 1050 FPS 3M: 40 channels, 600 FPS 5M: 30 channels, 360 FPS 4K: 20 channels, 200 FPS Maximum IP Cameras (H.265) 1080p: 40 channels, 1200 FPS 3M: 40 channels, 1000 FPS 5M: 40 channels, 600 FPS 4K: 30 channels, 300 FPS Surveillance Performance Notes: Performance figures obtained with device fully populated with drives and default memory configuration Based on continuous recording setup - actual capabilities may vary with configuration and workload Number of simultaneous viewing streams is twice the suggested maximum cameras Synology Drive Drive Feature Specification Maximum Number of Users 80 Users Maximum Number of Hosted Files 500,000 Files Synology Drive Performance Notes: Based on 20% of users randomly performing file operations (upload, download, move, delete) 80% of users logged in but idle Applies to files indexed or hosted by Synology Drive Tested with Btrfs file system and non-encrypted shared folders Synology Office Office Feature Specification Maximum Number of Users 80 Users Synology Office Performance Notes: Based on 20% of users executing random actions at 30-second intervals 80% of users logged in and viewing files Client performance may affect maximum simultaneous editing users Test client PCs: Intel Core i3-3220 / 8GB RAM Supported Protocols & Standards Protocol Category Supported Standards File Sharing Protocols SMB1 (CIFS), SMB2, SMB3, NFSv3, NFSv4, NFSv4.1, NFS Kerberized sessions Network Protocols iSCSI, HTTP, HTTPs, FTP, SNMP, LDAP, CalDAV Browser & Language Support Support Category Details Supported Browsers Chrome Firefox Edge Safari Supported Languages English, Deutsch, Français, Italiano, Español, Dansk, Norsk, Svenska, Nederlands, Русский, Polski, Magyar, Português do Brasil, Português Europeu, Türkçe, Český, ภาษาไทย, 日本語, 한국어, 繁體中文, 简体中文 Performance Summary 40 Max SMB Connections 1,024 Max User Accounts 150 Synology Chat Users 40 Max IP Cameras (1080p) 80 Synology Drive Users 200TB Max Volume Size Important Performance Considerations: All performance figures are based on testing with fully populated drives and optimal configurations Models with expandable memory are tested with maximum supported memory installed Actual performance may vary based on drive performance, network configuration, and concurrent workloads For volumes over 108TB, 32GB of memory is required for optimal performance Use of Synology-verified drives and memory modules is recommended for best performance and warranty coverage All rights reserved – PCBoost Additional information BrandSynologyMPNDS1525 GTIN4711174726011Warranty3 Years Reviews (0) Reviews There are no reviews yet. 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