New Synology DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS Revealed

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1 Two New Synology Desktop 12-Bay NAS – The DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS Drive
2 What are the Hardware Specifications of the Synology DS3622xs+ NAS?
3 What are the Synology DS2422+ NAS Hardware Specifications?
4 When Do We think the Synology DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS Drives will be Released?
5 How much will the Synology DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS Cost?
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Two New Synology Desktop 12-Bay NAS – The DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS Drive

Great news for anyone who has been waiting the long, LONG time that has passed since Synology released a follow up to the formidable DS3617xs NAS back in 2016/2017, with the reveal of the long-awaited DS3622xs+ NAS. A 12-Bay Desktop NAS system that arrives with a whole bunch of hardware, bandwidth and quality of life improvements over its predecessor. Alongside the reveal, there is also information on the brand new DS2422+ NAS, a follow up to the DS2419+ and another solid entry into the Embedded Ryzen processor series that Synology has been slowly releasing over the last 12 months or so. Of the who, clearly the DS3622xs+ is the one that will garner the most attention, given the huge popularity of the older DS3617xs to Prosumers and Business users alike. These new releases appear to be slated for relatively soon (given their appearance online at a few eastern releasers, compatibility lists and more, so let’s take a good look at the DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS and see what we think, how they measure against their predecessors and see if they deserve your data?

What are the Hardware Specifications of the Synology DS3622xs+ NAS?

The Synology DS3622xs+ is a fairly substantial upgrade to the DS3617xs in quite a few key ways. For a start, the previous generation arrived with a quad-core Intel Xeon D-1527, which although good is now showing its age a little, whereas the DS3622xs+ arrives with a more modern 6 Core Intel Xeon D-1531. Here is how these two CPUs compare (thanks to CPU World):

Although it might not seem like a vast improvement in tech specs, you will always find that server processors are quite comparable for the most part in baseline specifications. Additionally, for the most part the XS and XS+ series from Synology (with a few exceptions from back in 2011/12) have always arrived with an Intel Xeon based Processor, so this is a reasonable processor upgrade for a product series refresh. The other big difference between the DS3617xs and DS3622xs+ (and how it earns that ‘+’ is that the DS3622xs+ arrives with two 10GbE ports onboard. This is very, VERY welcome as the throughput potential of those 12 SATA bays is almost certainly going to massively saturate that potential 20GbE of connectivity. Most of the traditional hardware elements on the DS3622xs+ are similar to its predecessor, with the unit arriving with a PCIe slot (PCIe Gen 3 x8), support of two 12-Bay expansions (this new generation also arrives with a new DX1222 expansion chassis choice – more on that soon). Finally, the system utilizes DDR4 ECC memory, arriving with 16GB by default that can be upgraded to 48GB maximum. Full specifications are below:

Model Synology DS3617xsII NAS

Synology DS3622xs+ NAS

CPU Model Intel Xeon D-1527 Intel Xeon D-1531
CPU Architecture 64-bit 64-bit
CPU Frequency 4-core 2.2 (base) / 2.7 (turbo) GHz 6-core 2.2 (base) / 2.7 (turbo) GHz
Hardware Encryption Engine (AES-NI) Yes Yes
System Memory 16 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM 16 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM
Memory Module Pre-installed 16 GB (8 GB x 2) 16 GB (8 GB x 2)
Total Memory Slots 4 4
Maximum Memory Capacity 48 GB (16 GB + 16 GB x 2) 48 GB (16 GB + 16 GB x 2)
Drive Bays 12 12
Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit 36 (DX1215/DX1215II x 2) 36 (DX1222 x 2)
Hot Swappable Drive Yes Yes


RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port 4 (with Link Aggregation / Failover support) 1 x 1GbE RJ-45 (out of band management and data transfer)

2 x 1GbE RJ-45 (data transfer)
10GbE Network Ports 0 2x 10GBASE-T
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port* 2 2
Expansion Port 2 2 (Mini-SAS HD)
PCIe Expansion 1 x Gen3 x8 slot (x8 link) 1 x Gen3 x8 slot (x8 link)
Internal Drives Btrfs
EXT4		 Btrfs
EXT4
Power Recovery Yes Yes
Noise Level* 22.3 dB(A) TBC
Scheduled Power On / Off Yes Yes
Wake on LAN / WAN Yes Yes
Power Supply Unit / Adapter 550 W TBC
Power Consumption* 108.2 W (Access)
53.4 W (HDD Hibernation)		 TBC
Warranty 5 Years 5 Years

So, clear improvements with the inclusion of the twin 10GbE and improved CPU architecture. Additionally, it has been confirmed that the DS3622xs+ will only support the use of Synology official Hard drives and SSD (such as the HAT5300).

What are the Synology DS2422+ NAS Hardware Specifications?

The Synology DS2422+ NAS is a follow up to the Mid-2018 Released DS2419+ and is far more comparable to the DS1821+ and DS1621+ NAS drives. This new 12-Bay for SMB users arrives with similar architecture it’s predecessor, but takes advantage of that new Embedded Ryzen V1500B processor, as well as 4GB of DDR4 ECC SODIMM memory (that can be upgraded to a maximum 32GB). The rest is quite similar and includes 4x 1GbE LAN ports, a PCIe Gen 3 upgrade slot for adding cache cards/network upgrades, a mini-SAS HD expansion slot for attaching the DX1222 and two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports (5Gb/s). Below is the full specifications we know so far:

CPU

 CPU Model AMD Ryzen V1500B
CPU Quantity 1
CPU Architecture 64-bit
CPU Frequency 4-core 2.2 GHz
Hardware Encryption Engine (AES-NI) Yes

Memory

 System Memory 4 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM
Memory Module Pre-installed 4 GB (4 GB x 1)
Total Memory Slots 2
Maximum Memory Capacity 32 GB (16 GB x 2)

Storage

 Drive Bays 12
Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit 24 (DX1222 x 2)
M.2 Drive Slots N/A
Maximum Single Volume Size* 108 TB
Hot Swappable Drive Yes

External Ports

 RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port 4 (with Link Aggregation / Failover support)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port* 2
Expansion Ports 1x

PCIe

 PCIe Expansion 1 x Gen3 x8 slot (x4 link)

Warranty

 3-year hardware warranty, extendable to 5-year coverage – EW202

So, arguably a less flashy release than the DS3622xs+, but still a decent upgrade o nthe Intel Atom-powered DS2419+ that came before it. One thing that did stand out though is that, much like the DS3622xs+, the DS2422+ only listed the Synology range of storage media on its website for compatible hard drives (see below). This will come as a bit of a blow for some and despite the high quality of the HAT5300 series (HAT5300 Review HERE a while ago – Enterprise-Class HDDs at Pro Class Pricing), this is the first desktop Plus series NAS that we have seen that has listed compatibility in this way.

When Do We think the Synology DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS Drives will be Released?

Given the sudden buzz on a number of smaller retailers and the appearance of the data sheets online, I think we can be confident that this will be officially launched quite soon, with full availability shortly after. The units have now been listed on numerous region Synology sites, which typically means that the devices are now ready for launch, with stock availability around 1-2 weeks later.

How much will the Synology DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS Cost?

Pricing for the DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ is one of the things that is still quite unclear online right now (soon to be cleared up I am sure) but I think we can imagine the DS2422+ will arrive at a similar price point to the DS2419+ NAS that came before it. However, the DS3622xs+ is a bigger jump over the DS2617xs (largely thanks to the 10GbE ports included and the extra cored processor), so that is something that we will know more about closer to the official launch.

 

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      23 thoughts on “New Synology DS3622xs+ and DS2422+ NAS Revealed”

      2. I was waiting for the release of the DS2421+ which seems to have become the DS2422+. Then I saw the DS3622xs+. I’m one of those people that buys these things for use at home. But I’m not happy with the hard drive support at all. And I won’t be advising anyone to look into Synology if this is the way things are going. I don’t mind handing over some cash for a good product. But a good product is one that lets me keep control instead of them forcing me to buy more of their stuff. No. I’m disappointed. I have built my own NAS in the past and I have no problem doing so again or moving over to the competition. You want me to buy your RAM to expand? Ok, fine. I would have done that. But now you’re forcing hard drives on me as well? You have got to be joking right? It’s not happening Synology. It’s just not happening. I will gladly pay more money for a system I build myself but that lets me keep control than hand over money to you.
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      4. have you heard anything about an upcoming successor to the DS620slim by any chance? with several 2.5″ and NVME drives accumulating from older devices i really like the SFF NAS systems for my entry level home use and just don’t want a huge box of 3.5″ bays populated with 2.5″ drives. i saw the NASbook announcement you posted two weeks ago and that is an option….but with 2.5GBE it almost seems like a step back from its predecessor. really frustrating that they just can’t get it right, and with the smaller storage mediums so prevolent and established at this point i really wish there were more options in the compact market.
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      5. I actually asked Synology rep about the limited compatibility list, and all they said is that DS3622xs+ is not out… Basically they said nothing to me, and that kind of sucks as I am trying to decide right now to go with DS 1821+ route or wait for this DS 3622xs+…
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      6. Two things I wonder 1. Whether the compatibility list is not fully fleshed out yet as the devices haven’t even come out yet. Have Synology actually told you the other drives will not be supported or compatible. 2. As to the size of the largest drive Synology seems to be going up in 4TB increments so maybe they’re waiting for Toshiba’s 20TB drive. 8,12,16 and then 20TB.
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      7. I want Synology to read this and know, and 3 Synology NAS owner (two DS 1819+ and 1 DS 1821+) I was really excited about this DS 3622xs+, and would actually buy it if I could put Seagate Ironwolfs in there. A lost $4K sale for Synology, hope they read this…
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      8. I ditched my QNAPs after the last ransomware and replaced them with 2 Synology’s… The software is good, but I’m getting pretty pissed off with their branded components push, it’s a money grab, can see it with RAM and NVMe. Then to top it off, they are pulling features such as NFSv4.1, calling them “advanced” i.e. reserved for their higher-end models, again there is no justification for this, NFSv4.1 is OSS, so again it’s a money grab – if it continues, then these will also end up on eBay, unfortunately then I’ll have to look at TrueNAS.
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      10. only synology drives…………… qnaps limited upgrade path, wtf is wrong with these manufacturers. they have lost the plot. time for an old server with proxmox. still a great video robbie.
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      12. Well that was dissapointing! The wait was totally not worth it. 50% faster cpu in all those years ????. And only Syno drives? What a joke?
        What if you migrate drives from an older nas? I bet it will accept other brands then. Just as XS series gets SHR through migration (or SSH hack)
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      13. Man, they had me UNTIL they forced Synology HDs on me as the only HDs allowed (although it is also strange that it doesn’t come with built-in NVME SSD sockets). I just purchased Seagate Exos 16TB SATA HDs for $319 US. Synology HDs are almost double that, with very little advantage other than auto firmware updating (manual updating is not that hard). And with the current global supply chain debacle for who knows how much longer, I don’t want to be locked into a single, limited source for HDs. I have a spare drawer of EXOS 14TB and 16TB SATA and SAS HDs that can be swapped into any of my NAS units should there be an immediate problem. I want to keep that interchangeability. But I thought that Synology changed their mind on forcing people to only use their HDs? I guess that was only a rumor?
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      15. Hi. Thanks for the update on some very long awaited news. I’ve been waiting for the DS2422+ as I’ve outgrown my DS1621+ and do not wish to add an expansion box but rather keep them in the same pool. But if Synology starts to prohibit other vendor’s HDD/SSD’s (like WD, Seagate, etc) and only allow Synology HDD/SSD’s in their NAS boxes – them I’m seriously considering moving away from Synology and perhaps to QNAP!
        Do you think that other vendor’s HDD/SSD’s will work even though not listed as compatible or will they exclude them via DSM code? I know it might be a little early to say 100% and that you usually do some tests like this. But what’s your gut feeling? Thanks in advance.
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      16. Hi. Thanks for the update on some very long awaited news. I’ve been waiting for the DS2422+ as I’ve outgrown my DS1621+ and do not wish to add an expansion box but rather keep them in the same pool. But if Synology starts to prohibit other vendor’s HDD/SSD’s (like WD, Seagate, etc) and only allow Synology HDD/SSD’s in their NAS boxes – them I’m seriously considering moving away from Synology and perhaps to QNAP!
        Do you think that other vendor’s HDD/SSD’s will work even though not listed as compatible or will they exclude them via DSM code? I know it might be a little early to say 100% and that you usually do some tests like this. But what’s your gut feeling?
        Thanks in advance.

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