Synology RS1221+ & RS1221RP+ Data Sheet Revealed

The Synology RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ Rackstation NAS get closer to Release

Good news for those of you who are STILL waiting for the release of the compact 8-Bay Synology rackmount, the RS1221+ nears release and we now have the official data sheet on the device with a release date scheduled for mid January 2021. Yes, the Synology RS1221+ (and also the RS1221RP+ of course with it’s redundant PSU) have been waiting in the wings for a while now, right the way back to the incidental leak of a RS1220+ last year that came to nothing. The appearance of the RS1221+ was already largely confirmed back in October 2020 (thanks again, to Stashman2000 on reddit) and now this release is becoming a great deal more concrete. Arriving with the internal architecture previously revealed on the DS1621+ and DS1821+, these two new Synology Rackstation devices are the first rackmount devices from the brand to feature the Ryzen V1500B server processor, as well as 4GB ECC DDR4 memory by default. This is combined with the half depth rackmount design (even on the 2x PSU model only increases the depth from 30cm to 40cm), PCIe Gen 3 x8 upgrade slot, 4x LAN and USB 3.1 Gen 1 that has featured on previous units in the RS12xx+ series. A nice middle ground between rackmount and desktop in both price and scale, the RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ are still pretty niche (in a genre of IT that is an niche as NAS, that IS pretty small). So, let’s have a good look at the contents of the data sheet and see if there is anything else new to learn.

For those still catching up, the previous post on the RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ RackStation NAS can be found here – https://nascompares.com/2020/10/05/synology-rs1221-rs2421-nas-uncovered

The Synology RS1221+ & RS1221RP+ NAS Data Sheets – What We Know

The full contents of the official data sheets can be found below, covering hardware, software and supported features. Of course it is all presented with that oh-so-slick Synology charm, but it does uncover a number of the highlights of what the RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ have to offer.

Safeguarding Critical Business Assets Through Robust Data Protection

Synology RackStation RS1221+/RS1221RP+ is a powerful 2U 8-bay rackmount network attached storage solution, perfect for centralizing data management in short rack depth environments. The RS1221+ series is ideal at handling heavy file workloads and protecting digital assets in small business environments through the comprehensive data protection options included in the DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system. Highlights include:

High Performance – Tackle multi-user environments effortlessly with up to 2,315 MB/s read and 1,147 MB/s write performance

Compact Deployment – The RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ feature a short depth of just 298 mm and 399 mm respectively

10GbE Ready – Improve network performance by 5x with a PCIe SFP+ or RJ-45 network card

High Availability – Configure two units together to create a Synology High Availability (SHA) cluster for maximum service uptime and minute-level failover

Versatile by Design

Synology RS1221+/RS1221RP+ is a multi-purpose powerhouse, suited to a wide range of scenarios. The short form-factor enables easy installation on a two-post rack (RS1221+ only) or in space-limited environments. Featuring over 108,173 4K random read IOPS and 2,315 MB/s sequential write for demanding workloads. Additionally, it features 8 bays, supporting both SATA HDD/SSD 2.5″/3.5″ drives, expandable up to 12 bays using a Synology RX418 expansion unit.

Optimized for Data Protection and Integrity

Powered by Synology DSM, our unified data management operating system, and built upon the Btrfs file system, data stored on the RS1221+/RS1221RP+ is safely guarded by modern data protection technologies. Advanced snapshot technology provides schedulable and
near-instantaneous data protection of shared folders and LUNs. File and folder-level data restoration enables restoration of specific files or folders. Flexible storage quota system helps admins effortlessly manage available space by specifying storage limits for shared folders. File self-healing detects and recovers corrupted files using mirrored metadata and RAID configurations. Inline compression compresses data before writing it to the drive, reducing write commands and optimizing storage space.

Data Backup Solutions for IT Infrastructure

Synology Active Backup Suite is a collection of license-free backup solutions built to protect Windows PCs and servers, VMs, other file servers, and cloud-based storage. Active Backup for Business (ABB) consolidates backup tasks for physical and virtual environments and enables rapid restoration of files, entire physical machines, and VMs. Active Backup for G Suite enables backup of Google Workspace data including Gmail, Contacts, Calendar, and Drive. Active Backup for Microsoft 365 enables backup of Microsoft 365 data including OneDrive for Business, SharePoint Online, emails, contacts, and calendar.

On-Premises Collaboration

Synology’s collaboration suite is a private SaaS for file sharing, concurrent document editing, emails, instant messaging, and more. By leveraging a private cloud infrastructure, it ensures data ownership while multilayered security enables secure multi-platform access. Synology Drive allows data access, synchronization, on-demand file restoration, and backup. Synology MailPlus provides a secure, reliable, and private email server. Synology Chat brings teams together through instant multi-platform communication. Synology Calendar helps teams keep track of what is most important with convenient calendar sharing and scheduling.

Private Video Surveillance

With Synology Surveillance Station, the RS1221+/RS1221RP+ becomes a powerful Network Video Recorder solution with support for up to 40 IP
cameras. Supports includes:

• 7,600+ supported camera models
• ONVIF support to prevent vendor lock-in
• Private, subscription-free storage of the recordings
• Access through web browser, dedicated desktop clients, or mobile app
• Event-based rules to trigger specific actions
• Email, SMS, or push notification systems

Virtualization and Certified Storage

DSM streamlines the provisioning and management of storage for virtual machines (VM). Certified for VMware® vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, and OpenStack, it integrates with your virtualization platform of choice through iSCSI or NFS protocols. Install Synology
Storage Console on VMware or Windows platforms for additional management convenience and functionality right in the hypervisor. Synology Virtual Machine Manager (VMM) is a hosted hypervisor for virtual machines running Windows®, Linux®, or virtualized versions of
DSM with recovery mechanisms that ensure data protection on each VM.

• 1 Power Indicator
• 2 Power Button
• 3 Alert Off Button
• 4 Status Indicator
  5 Alert Indicator
• 6 Drive Status Indicators
• 7 Drive Trays

• 8 Fans
• 9 PCIe Expansion Slot
• 10 Reset Button
• 11 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports
• 12 1GbE RJ-45 Ports
• 13 Expansion Port
• 14 Console Port
• 15 Power Port(s)
• 16 PSU Indicator & Alert Off Buttons

What are the Internal Specifications of the Synology RS1221RP+ and RS1221+ NAS?

For those who are more of a PC-builder frame of mind, the hardware specifications and internal architecture are going to be the most important part of this business NAS device. Although the majority of the hardware is as we predicted back in Oct 2020, there IS one big area that we were wrong on, and that is thefact the RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ do NOT feature m.2 NVMe SSD bays. The data sheet clearly details that “SSD cache can be enabled by using a compatible 2.5” SSD or without occupying drive bays by installing Synology SNV3400/SNV3500 M.2 2280/22110 NVMe SSD drives using M2D20 or E10M20-T1 adapter cards, sold separately.” So that means that although these systems benefit from the Ryzen and Mmeory combo of the recent desktop units, there users are still going to have to source additional PCIe upgrades to take advantage of NVMe SSD caching. Below is a breakdown of what the hardware of these NAS consists of:

CPU	CPU Model	AMD Ryzen V1500B
	CPU Architecture	64-bit
	CPU Frequency	4-core 2.2 GHz
	Hardware Encryption Engine (AES-NI)	YES
Memory	System Memory	4GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM
	Memory Module Pre-installed	4GB DDR4 x1
	Total Memory Slots	2
	Maximum Memory Capacity	32 GB (16 GB x 2)
Storage	Drive Bays	8
	Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit	12 (RX418 x 1)
	Hot Swappable Drive	YES
External Ports	RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port	4 (with Link Aggregation / Failover support)
	USB 3.0 Port	2
	eSATA Port	1
File System	Internal Drives	Btrfs EXT4
	Notes	exFAT Access is purchased separately in Package Center.
Appearance	Form Factor (RU)	2U
	Size (Height x Width x Depth)	88 mm x 481.9 mm x 306.6 mm 88 mm x 481.9 mm x 407.5 mm (RP+)
	Weight	6.9 kg, 11.7 kg (RP+)
	Rack Installation Support*	2-post 19″ rack (direct mounting) 4-post 19″ rack (Synology Rail Kit – RKS1317)
	Notes	The rail kit is sold separately
Others	System Fan	80 mm x 80 mm x 2 pcs
	Fan Speed Mode	Full-Speed Mode Cool Mode Quiet Mode
	Power Recovery	YES
	Noise Level*	36.8 dB dB(A)
	Scheduled Power On / Off	YES
	Wake on LAN / WAN	YES
	Power Supply Unit / Adapter	250W

Software specifications can be found below and should detail how much this new hardware on the RS1221+ over that of the Intel Atom RS1219+ NAS before it.

When will the Synology RS1221+ & RS1221RP+ Rackmount NAS be Released and the Price?

All indications I have received have pointed at the Synology RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ arriving in Jan 2021, both at the same time. However, pricing has yet to be fully revealed and although there are several other sites online that have prices listed, I would hold off for a while till official pricing is made available at all the usual outlets. You can always subscribe and learn more on this as the product eers closer to release. Otherwise thanks for reading and be sure to use the free advice section below to get a helping hand with selecting the idea Synology solution for your home or business needs. It’s just me covering the mail, so I cannot promise an instant reply, but I will always rely and give free and impartial advice. Cheerio.

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