Synology RS1221RP 8-bay ultra-compact network attached storage solution

Synology RS1221RP 8-Bay Rackmount NAS with Redundant PSU | PCBoost Synology RS1221RP 8-Bay Rackmount NAS with Redundant Power Supply �� REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY �� COMPACT DESIGN Achieve maximum business continuity in a compact form factor with the Synology RS1221RP 8-Bay Rackmount NAS featuring dual hot-swappable power supplies. This space-efficient 2U storage solution combines the proven AMD Ryzen V1500B processor with enterprise-grade redundancy in just 38cm depth, delivering exceptional performance up to 2,315MB/s while ensuring 99.9% uptime through redundant PSU protection. Perfect for space-constrained environments requiring mission-critical availability. Protected Edge Computing Virtualization platform with redundant power for critical edge applications Mission-Critical Compact Deployments Space-Constrained Data Centers Perfect for edge data centers and co-location facilities with limited rack depth. The 38cm depth with dual PSU protection ensures enterprise-level availability in shallow racks, while providing complete redundancy for mission-critical applications without requiring full-depth enclosures. High-Availability Branch Offices Ideal for branch offices requiring zero-downtime storage in compact spaces. The redundant power design prevents service interruption during power events, while the space-efficient form factor fits into small server rooms and shallow wall-mounted cabinets typical of branch office environments. Medical and Financial Edge Computing Perfect for regulated industries requiring continuous data availability in distributed locations. The compact redundant design ensures compliance with uptime requirements while fitting into space-limited healthcare facilities, bank branches, and other regulated environments where both space and availability are critical. Remote Site High Availability Deploy at remote locations where both space and power redundancy are essential. The compact design enables redundant storage deployment in telecommunications facilities, manufacturing plants, and other remote sites with limited rack space but critical uptime requirements. Technical Specifications Component Specification CPU AMD Ryzen V1500B quad-core 2.2 GHz64-bit architecture with hardware encryption engine System Memory 4GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM (expandable to 32GB)2 x SODIMM slots, supports 16GB modules Drive Bays 8 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA drive baysHot-swappable designExpandable to 12 bays with RX418 Connectivity 4 x Gigabit RJ-45 portsLink Aggregation support10GbE expansion ready via PCIe Throughput Sequential Read: 2,315 MB/sSequential Write: 1,147 MB/sRandom Read: 100,000 IOPSRandom Write: 54,000 IOPS Redundant PSU Dual 350W hot-swappable power suppliesAutomatic failover protection61.94W typical operation29.98W HDD hibernation PCIe & USB 1 x PCIe 3.0 x8 slot (x4 link)2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports1 x eSATA expansion port Physical 2U rackmount: 88 x 482 x 407.5mmWeight: 8.4kgCompact 38cm depth with dual PSU Operating Conditions Temperature: 0°C to 35°CHumidity: 5% to 95% RHNoise Level: 53.5 dB(A)4-post rack compatible Support 3-year hardware warrantyExtendable to 5 years with Extended Warranty PlusSynology technical support Front and Rear Panel Overview Front Panel Components 1 Power Indicator 2 Power Button 3 Alert Off Button 4 Status Indicator 5 Alert Indicator 6 Drive Status Indicators 7 Drive Trays (8x Hot-Swappable) Rear Panel Components 8 System Fans (2x 80mm) 9 PCIe Expansion Slot 10 Reset Button 11 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports (2x) 12 1GbE RJ-45 Ports (4x) 13 Expansion Port (eSATA) 14 Console Port 15 Power Ports (Dual PSU) 16 PSU Indicators & Alert Off Buttons Supported Features and Technologies RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 Synology Hybrid RAID Btrfs File System Snapshot Replication High Availability Clustering Redundant Power Supply Link Aggregation Active Backup for Business Cloud Sync Virtual Machine Manager Docker Support SSD Cache Compact Design Optional Accessories and Expansion Memory Expansion DDR4 ECC SODIMM modules: Upgrade with Synology D4ES01-4G, D4ES01-8G, or D4ECSO-2666-16G modules to maximize performance for mission-critical virtualization and high-concurrency environments requiring redundant power protection. Storage Expansion RX418 Expansion Unit: Add 4 additional drive bays for a total of 12 drives while maintaining the compact design philosophy and extending storage capacity for growing business needs in space-constrained environments. Network Acceleration High-Speed Network Cards: Install 10GbE (E10G30-F2/T2) or 25GbE (E25G30-F2) cards in the PCIe slot for high-performance networking in compact installations requiring maximum bandwidth and redundant power protection. Performance Enhancement SSD Cache Solutions: Add M.2 SSD caching with M2D20/M2D18 adapter cards or use the E10M20-T1 combo card for simultaneous SSD caching and 10GbE expansion, all protected by dual power supplies. What's Included Synology RS1221RP 8-bay ultra-compact rackmount NAS unit Dual external power adapters (350W each) 2x AC power cords Accessory pack with drive screws Quick installation guide 3-year hardware warranty (extendable to 5 years) Complete Your Compact High-Availability Solution Synology Rackmount NAS Enterprise NAS HDDs M.2 SSD Cache Drives Power Protection & UPS Network Switches NAS-Compatible Surveillance Cameras Network Video Recorders Official Synology RS1221RP Page All rights reserved – PCBoost class="metric-title">Sequential Read</div> <div class="metric-value">2,315MB/s</div> <div class="metric-desc">High-speed data throughput</div> </div> <div class="performance-metric redundancy"> <div class="metric-title redundancy">Power Redundancy</div> <div class="metric-value">Dual PSU</div> <div class="metric-desc">Hot-swappable failover protection</div> </div> <div class="performance-metric compact"> <div class="metric-title compact">Compact Depth</div> <div class="metric-value">38cm</div> <div class="metric-desc">With redundant power supplies</div> </div> <div class="performance-metric"> <img src="https://pcboost.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/icon_memory.png" alt="Memory Icon" style="width: 40px; height: 40px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <div class="metric-title">Memory</div> <div class="metric-value">32GB</div> <div class="metric-desc">Maximum ECC DDR4</div> </div> </div> <div class="redundancy-features"> <h2>��️ Compact High Availability Solution</h2> <p>The RS1221RP delivers enterprise-grade redundancy in an ultra-compact form factor. Unlike larger redundant NAS units, this model provides dual PSU protection while maintaining space efficiency for shallow racks and constrained environments.</p> <div class="comparison-grid"> <div class="comparison-item"> <h3>�� Dual Hot-Swappable PSUs</h3> <p>Redundant power supplies with automatic failover in compact 38cm depth design</p> </div> <div class="comparison-item"> <h3>�� Space-Efficient Redundancy</h3> <p>Fits in shallow racks while providing enterprise-level power protection</p> </div> <div class="comparison-item"> <h3>�� High Availability Ready</h3> <p>Cluster two units for complete active/passive failover protection</p> </div> <div class="comparison-item"> <h3>⚡ Zero-Downtime Maintenance</h3> <p>Replace failed PSU units without system interruption or service impact</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="performance-comparison"> <h2>Outstanding Performance with Redundant Protection</h2> <p>The RS1221RP delivers the same exceptional performance improvements as the standard model, with the added benefit of redundant power protection in a compact design.</p> <div class="comparison-grid"> <div class="comparison-item"> <div class="improvement-badge">285% Faster</div> <h3>Random 4K Reads</h3> <p>Exceptional improvement in random read IOPS for database and application workloads</p> </div> <div class="comparison-item"> <div class="improvement-badge">117% Faster</div> <h3>Random 4K Writes</h3> <p>More than double the random write performance for improved application responsiveness</p> </div> <div class="comparison-item"> <div class="improvement-badge">62% Faster</div> <h3>Sequential Reads</h3> <p>Enhanced read performance for faster file access and data retrieval operations</p> </div> <div class="comparison-item"> <div class="improvement-badge">137% Faster</div> <h3>Sequential Writes</h3> <p>More than double the write throughput for quicker backup and data storage tasks</p> </div> </div> </div> <h2>Compact Performance with Enterprise Redundancy</h2> <div class="feature-section"> <div class="feature-box"> <div class="feature-title">AMD Ryzen V1500B with Dual PSU Protection</div> <p>Experience exceptional performance with the <span class="highlight">AMD Ryzen V1500B quad-core processor</span> delivering up to 2,315MB/s sequential read speeds in a compact design now protected by <span class="highlight redundancy">dual hot-swappable power supplies</span>. This unique combination provides enterprise-grade performance and availability in just <span class="highlight compact">38cm depth</span>, making it perfect for space-constrained mission-critical deployments.</p> </div> <div class="feature-box"> <div class="feature-title">Space-Efficient High Availability Architecture</div> <p>Achieve maximum uptime in minimal space with <span class="highlight">Synology High Availability clustering</span> supporting active/passive configurations between two compact RP units. The <span class="highlight redundancy">redundant power architecture</span> ensures continuous operation during PSU failures or maintenance, while the <span class="highlight compact">compact 38cm depth</span> allows deployment in shallow racks where traditional redundant NAS units won't fit.</p> </div> </div> <div class="feature-section"> <div class="feature-box"> <div class="feature-title">ECC Memory and Expandable Storage with Power Protection</div> <p>Start with <span class="highlight">4GB DDR4 ECC memory expandable to 32GB</span> for enhanced reliability and performance scaling, all protected by redundant power supplies. The compact design supports 8 hot-swappable drive bays with expansion capabilities, while <span class="highlight redundancy">dual PSU protection</span> ensures your data remains accessible during power supply maintenance or failures.</p> </div> <div class="feature-box"> <div class="feature-title">Comprehensive Connectivity in Compact Redundant Design</div> <p>Despite its space-saving design, the RS1221RP includes full enterprise connectivity with <span class="highlight">4x Gigabit Ethernet ports, USB 3.2, and PCIe expansion</span> for 10GbE upgrades. The <span class="highlight redundancy">dual power supply design</span> maintains the compact form factor while providing enterprise-level protection, perfect for edge deployments requiring both space efficiency and maximum availability.</p> </div> </div> <div class="highlight-section"> <h2>Mission-Critical Applications in Compact Form</h2> <p>The RS1221RP powered by Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) provides full enterprise-class applications with redundant power protection in a space-efficient design.</p> <div class="highlight-features"> <div class="highlight-feature"> <img src="https://pcboost.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Synology-Drive-getFeatureImg-1.svg" alt="Synology Drive Icon" style="width: 50px; height: 50px; margin-bottom: 15px;"> <h3>Always-On Compact File Services</h3> <p>Redundant-protected file sharing in space-constrained environments</p> </div> <div class="highlight-feature"> <img src="https://pcboost.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/getFeatureImg.svg" alt="Backup Protection Icon" style="width: 50px; height: 50px; margin-bottom: 15px;"> <h3>Uninterrupted Edge Backup</h3> <p>Continuous backup operations for branch offices with power failover</p> </div> <div class="highlight-feature"> <img src="https://pcboost.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Synology-High-Availability-getFeatureImg-1.svg" alt="High Availability Icon" style="width: 50px; height: 50px; margin-bottom: 15px;"> <h3>Compact HA Clustering</h3> <p>Space-efficient high availability with dual-unit failover protection</p> </div> <div Sequential Read 2,315MB/s High-speed data throughput Power Redundancy Dual PSU Hot-swappable failover protection Compact Depth 38cm With redundant power supplies Memory 32GB Maximum ECC DDR4 ��️ Compact High Availability Solution The RS1221RP delivers enterprise-grade redundancy in an ultra-compact form factor. Unlike larger redundant NAS units, this model provides dual PSU protection while maintaining space efficiency for shallow racks and constrained environments. �� Dual Hot-Swappable PSUs Redundant power supplies with automatic failover in compact 38cm depth design �� Space-Efficient Redundancy Fits in shallow racks while providing enterprise-level power protection �� High Availability Ready Cluster two units for complete active/passive failover protection ⚡ Zero-Downtime Maintenance Replace failed PSU units without system interruption or service impact Outstanding Performance with Redundant Protection The RS1221RP delivers the same exceptional performance improvements as the standard model, with the added benefit of redundant power protection in a compact design. 285% Faster Random 4K Reads Exceptional improvement in random read IOPS for database and application workloads 117% Faster Random 4K Writes More than double the random write performance for improved application responsiveness 62% Faster Sequential Reads Enhanced read performance for faster file access and data retrieval operations 137% Faster Sequential Writes More than double the write throughput for quicker backup and data storage tasks Compact Performance with Enterprise Redundancy AMD Ryzen V1500B with Dual PSU Protection Experience exceptional performance with the AMD Ryzen V1500B quad-core processor delivering up to 2,315MB/s sequential read speeds in a compact design now protected by dual hot-swappable power supplies. This unique combination provides enterprise-grade performance and availability in just 38cm depth, making it perfect for space-constrained mission-critical deployments. Space-Efficient High Availability Architecture Achieve maximum uptime in minimal space with Synology High Availability clustering supporting active/passive configurations between two compact RP units. The redundant power architecture ensures continuous operation during PSU failures or maintenance, while the compact 38cm depth allows deployment in shallow racks where traditional redundant NAS units won't fit. ECC Memory and Expandable Storage with Power Protection Start with 4GB DDR4 ECC memory expandable to 32GB for enhanced reliability and performance scaling, all protected by redundant power supplies. The compact design supports 8 hot-swappable drive bays with expansion capabilities, while dual PSU protection ensures your data remains accessible during power supply maintenance or failures. Comprehensive Connectivity in Compact Redundant Design Despite its space-saving design, the RS1221RP includes full enterprise connectivity with 4x Gigabit Ethernet ports, USB 3.2, and PCIe expansion for 10GbE upgrades. The dual power supply design maintains the compact form factor while providing enterprise-level protection, perfect for edge deployments requiring both space efficiency and maximum availability. Mission-Critical Applications in Compact Form The RS1221RP powered by Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) provides full enterprise-class applications with redundant power protection in a space-efficient design. Always-On Compact File Services Redundant-protected file sharing in space-constrained environments Uninterrupted Edge Backup Continuous backup operations for branch offices with power failover Compact HA Clustering Space-efficient high availability with dual-unit failover protection