Why Choose Synology DS1621+ Product?
The Synology DS1621+ is designed to handle growing data demands with powerful performance and flexible scalability. With support for SSD caching, high-speed networking upgrades up to 10/25GbE, and comprehensive backup solutions, it provides a reliable platform for businesses and IT professionals. Its compact design combined with enterprise-grade features makes it ideal for centralized storage, virtualization, and data protection.
Core Features & Benefits
Centralized Storage & Scalability
The Synology DS1621+ offers 6 drive bays supporting both HDDs and SSDs, allowing flexible storage configurations. It can scale up to 16 drives using expansion units, making it suitable for growing storage needs in business environments.
Connectivity & Compatibility
Equipped with four 1GbE LAN ports, the system supports high network availability and load balancing. It also includes a PCIe expansion slot that enables upgrades to 10GbE or even 25GbE networking for higher bandwidth requirements.
Performance & Hardware
Powered by an AMD Ryzen V1500B quad-core processor with ECC memory, the system ensures stable and efficient performance. It delivers up to 110,608 4K random read IOPS and up to 2,300 MB/s sequential read speeds, making it suitable for demanding workloads.
Software & Ecosystem (DSM)
Running on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), it provides a unified platform for file management, collaboration, and system control. Applications like Synology Drive, Office, MailPlus, and Chat enable teams to work efficiently in a private cloud environment.
Security & Data Protection
Advanced data protection features include Snapshot Replication, Hyper Backup, and Active Backup Suite. The Btrfs file system ensures data integrity with snapshot technology, file self-healing, and flexible restoration options, helping protect against data loss and ransomware.
Virtualization & Advanced Features
The device supports virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, and Citrix, making it suitable for IT infrastructure deployment. It also supports containerization and virtual machines, allowing businesses to run multiple workloads efficiently.
Key Features & Highlights
- 6-Bay Storage – Expandable up to 16 drives
- AMD Ryzen Quad-Core CPU – Reliable processing
- Up to 110K+ IOPS – High-performance workloads
- NVMe SSD Cache – Improved storage efficiency
- PCIe Expansion – Supports 10GbE / 25GbE upgrades
- DSM OS – Unified and user-friendly platform
- Btrfs File System – Advanced data protection
- Multi-LAN Ports – Load balancing and failover
- Virtualization Ready – Supports major hypervisors
Hardware Overview
Front Panel
- Status indicator
- Alert indicator
- Power button & indicator
- LAN indicator
- Drive status indicator
- Drive trays
- Drive tray lock
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
Rear Panel
- System fans
- Power port
- Kensington security slot
- 4 x 1GbE RJ-45 ports
- Reset button
- Expansion ports
- PCIe expansion slot
Software & Ecosystem
The NAS runs on Synology DSM, supporting protocols such as SMB, NFS, FTP, WebDAV, and Rsync. It includes applications like Synology Drive for file syncing, Synology Office for collaboration, and Hyper Backup for data protection. It also integrates with virtual environments and supports cloud synchronization and hybrid storage setups.
Ideal Use Cases
- Business File Server – Centralized company data storage
- Backup & Disaster Recovery – Protect critical data
- Virtualization Storage – Host VM workloads
- Private Cloud – Secure file sharing and collaboration
- Surveillance System – Manage IP cameras
- Remote Workforce – Access files from anywhere
FAQs
1. How many drives does it support?
It supports 6 drives and can expand up to 16 drives using expansion units.
2. Does it support NVMe SSD caching?
Yes, it has dual M.2 NVMe slots for SSD caching.
3. What networking upgrades are available?
It supports 10GbE and 25GbE upgrades via PCIe expansion.
4. Is it suitable for virtualization?
Yes, it supports VMware, Hyper-V, Citrix, and other virtualization platforms.
5. Which file system does it use?
It supports Btrfs and ext4 file systems.