Synology SA6400 is a 12-bay 2U rackmount using AMD EPYC 7272

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1 Synology SA6400 ports
2 Synology SA6400 CPU
3 Synology SA6400 CPU passmark
4 Synology SA6400 specs
5 Synology SA6400 PDF specsheet
6 Synology SA6400 compatible HDD
7 Synology SA6400 compatible NVMe
8 Synology SA6400 compatible RAM
8.1 D4ER01-32G
8.2 D4ER01-64G
9 Synology SA6400 Performance Tests
10 Synology SA6400 user manual

Synology SA6400 is a 12-bay 2U rackmount using AMD EPYC 7272

 

Synology SA6400 ports

Synology SA6400 CPU

General Specifications
Platform
Server
Product Family
AMD EPYC™
Product Line
AMD EPYC™ 7002 Series
# of CPU Cores
12
# of Threads
24
Max. Boost Clock
Up to 3.2GHz
Base Clock
2.9GHz
L3 Cache
64MB
1kU Pricing
549 USD
Default TDP
120W
CPU Socket
SP3
Socket Count
1P/2P
Connectivity
PCI Express® Version
PCIe 4.0 x128
System Memory Type
DDR4
Memory Channels
8
System Memory Specification
Up to 3200MHz
Per Socket Mem BW
85.3 GB/s
Graphics Capabilities
Integrated Graphics
No

Synology SA6400 CPU passmark

Synology SA6400 specs

processor
 Processor model AMD EPYC 7272
Number of CPUs 1
processor architecture 64-bit
processor clock 12-core 2.9 (base frequency) / 3.2 (max overclock) GHz
Hardware encryption engine (AES-NI)
Memory
 system memory 32 GB DDR4 ECC RDIMM
Pre-installed memory modules 32 GB (32 GB x 1)
Total number of memory slots 16
Maximum memory capacity 1024 GB (64 GB x 16)
Remark
  • Synology reserves the right to replace memory components with the same or higher frequency depending on the supplier’s product availability. Its compatibility and stability have undergone the same rigorous testing and inspection, please feel free to use it.
  • Please purchase Synology original memory modules for the best compatibility and reliability. Synology cannot provide full product warranty or technical support if Synology memory modules are not used for memory expansion.
  • For more information about the recommended memory configuration, please refer to the Synology product’s Hardware Installation Guide .
  • To ensure you have the best experience, Synology does not recommend configuring memory modules with different capacities. For configuration suggestions, please refer to the Hardware Installation Guide for your Synology product .
storage device
 Number of slots 12
The maximum number of disk slots for an expansion unit 108 (RX1223RP x 8)
Compatible Disk Type* (see all supported disks)
  • 3.5″ SATA HDD
  • 2.5″ SATA SSD
Disk hot-plug support*
Remark
  • Synology only guarantees the full functionality, reliability and performance of the Synology hard drives listed in the Compatibility List . Using unverified components may limit some functions and lead to data loss and system instability.
  • Compatible disk type refers to the type of hard disk that is confirmed to be compatible with the product after actual measurement, not the maximum speed limit of the hard disk slot.
external port
 RJ-45 1GbE LAN port 4 (Support Link Aggregation / Failover)
RJ-45 10GbE LAN port 2 (Supports Link Aggregation / Failover)
management port 1
Maximum number of LAN ports 15
USB 3.2 Gen 1 port* 2
expansion port 8
Remark
  • The USB-IF renamed the standard formerly known as USB 3.0 as USB 3.2 Gen 1 in 2019.
  • In addition to the 5 built-in LAN ports, installing a compatible network interface card (sold separately) provides up to 10 additional LAN ports.
PCIe
 PCIe expansion 2 x Gen3 x8 slots (x8 link)
file system
 internal disk
  • Btrfs
  • EXT4
external disk
  • Btrfs
  • EXT4
  • EXT3
  • FAT
  • NTFS
  • HFS+
  • exFAT
Remark You can install exFAT Access package for free from Package Center of DSM 7.0. If you use DSM 6.2 or earlier, you need to purchase exFAT Access from Package Center.
Exterior
 Form factor (rack unit) 2U
Size (HXWXD) 88 mm x 482 mm x 724 mm
weight 16.5 kg
Rack Mount Support* 4-post 19″ (Synology Rack Kit – RKS-02 )
Remark Rack kit sold separately
other projects
 system fan 80 mm x 80 mm x 4 pcs
fan mode
  • full speed mode
  • low temperature mode
  • silent mode
Replaceable system fan
Automatic power recovery
Noise value* 55.5 dB(A)
Timer switch
wake on lan
Power Supply / Transformer 550 W
dual power supply
AC input voltage 100V to 240V AC
current frequency 50/60 Hz, single frequency
power consumption 180.5 W (access)
88.56 W (disk hibernation)
BTU 615.89 BTU/hr (access)
302.18 BTU/hr (disk hibernation)
Remark
  • Noise level test environment: The Synology system is fully loaded with Synology SATA SSD hard drives in standby mode, and two GRAS Type 40AE microphones are set up at a distance of 1 meter from the front and back of the device. Background noise value: 16.49-17.51 ​​dB(A); temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; humidity: 58.2-61.8%.
  • The power consumption test data is obtained when the Synology 12TB HAT5300-12T hard drive is fully loaded.
temperature
 Operating temperature 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
Storage temperature -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Relative humidity 5% to 95% RH
certification body
  • FCC
  • CE
  • BSMI
  • VCCI
  • RCM
  • UKCA
  • EAC
  • CCC
  • KC
  • UL
warranty
 5 years
Remark The warranty period begins on the date of purchase stated on the purchase receipt. (View more content)
surroundings
 RoHS Compliant
package contents
  • Host X 1
  • Accessory bag X 1
  • Power cord X 2
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1
optional accessories
Remark The memory modules will operate at the maximum frequency specified by the CPU manufacturer.

Synology SA6400 PDF specsheet

https://global.download.synology.com/download/Document/Hardware/DataSheet/SA/22-year/SA6400/enu/Synology_SA6400_Data_Sheet_enu.pdf

 

Synology SA6400 compatible HDD

Enterprise 3.5″ SATA HDD Synology HAT5310 HAT5310-18T 1401 18TB
Enterprise 3.5″ SATA HDD Synology HAT5310 HAT5310-8T 1401 8TB
Enterprise 3.5″ SATA HDD Synology HAT5310 HAT5310-8T 1402 8TB
Enterprise 3.5″ SATA HDD Synology HAT5300 HAT5300-16T 1402 16TB
Enterprise 3.5″ SATA HDD Synology HAT5300 HAT5300-12T 1401 12TB
Enterprise 3.5″ SATA HDD Synology HAT5300 HAT5300-8T 1401 8TB
Enterprise 3.5″ SATA HDD Synology HAT5300 HAT5300-4T 1402 4TB
Enterprise 3.5″ SATA HDD Synology HAT5300 HAT5300-4T 1403 4TB
Enterprise 2.5″ SATA SSD Synology SAT5210 SAT5210-3840G SCEMH3.2 3.84TB
Enterprise 2.5″ SATA SSD Synology SAT5210 SAT5210-1920G SCEMH3.2 1.92TB
Enterprise 2.5″ SATA SSD Synology SAT5210 SAT5210-960G SCEMH3.2 960GB
Enterprise 2.5″ SATA SSD Synology SAT5210 SAT5210-480G SCEMH3.2 480GB
Enterprise 2.5″ SATA SSD Synology SAT5200 SAT5200-3840G SCEMJ2.1 3.84TB
Enterprise 2.5″ SATA SSD Synology SAT5200 SAT5200-1920G SCEMJ2.1 1.92TB
Enterprise 2.5″ SATA SSD Synology SAT5200 SAT5200-960G SCEMJ2.1 960GB
Enterprise 2.5″ SATA SSD Synology SAT5200 SAT5200-480G SCEMJ2.1 480GB

 

Synology SA6400 compatible NVMe

Enterprise M.2 NVMe SSD Synology SNV3510 SNV3510-800G ECEM13.2 800GB
Enterprise M.2 NVMe SSD Synology SNV3510 SNV3510-400G ECEM13.2 400GB
Enterprise M.2 NVMe SSD Synology SNV3500 SNV3500-800G ECEM12.4 800GB
Enterprise M.2 NVMe SSD Synology SNV3500 SNV3500-400G ECEM12.4 400GB

 

Synology SA6400 compatible RAM

D4ER01-32G

  • DDR4 ECC Registered DIMM
  • EAN: 4711174724833
  • Storage space: 32GB

Applicable models * :

  • FS series: FS3410
  • HD Series: HD6500
  • SA series: SA6400

* To ensure you have the best experience, Synology does not recommend configuring memory modules with different capacities. For configuration suggestions, please refer to the Hardware Installation Guide for your Synology product .

D4ER01-64G

  • DDR4 ECC Registered DIMM
  • EAN: 4711174725083
  • Storage space: 64GB

Applicable models * :

  • SA series: SA6400

* To ensure you have the best experience, Synology does not recommend configuring memory modules with different capacities. For configuration suggestions, please refer to the Hardware Installation Guide for your Synology product .

 

Synology SA6400 Performance Tests

SMB 10GbE – Sequential Transfer Performance (using SSD) (64KB)

model SA6400 SA3600 SA3400 SA3200D
read 6,446.03 6,293.08 6,277.96 3,540.49
to write 5,074.16 3,448.09 3,380.68 2,405.88

SMB 10GbE – Sequential Transfer Performance (using encrypted shared folders and SSD) (64KB)

model SA6400 SA3600 SA3400 SA3200D
read 6,306.42 5,128.02 4,547.46 2,780.77
to write 4,136.84 2,631.68 2,245.94 1,265.42

SMB 10GbE – Random IOPS (using SSD) (4KB)

model SA6400 SA3600 SA3400 SA3200D
read 407,415.96 378,023.46 288,170.80 141,129.19
to write 185,427.75 176,993.03 159,474.71 97,196.62

iSCSI 10GbE – Random IOPS (with HCIbench and SSD) (4KB)

model SA6400 SA3600 SA3400 SA3200D
read 559,747.00 423,505.00 335,735.00 191,081.00
to write 246,820.00 194,355.00 169,382.00 101,719.00

iSCSI 10GbE – Random IOPS (using SSD) (4KB)

model SA6400 SA3600 SA3400 SA3200D
read 499,463.68 456,503.86 341,428.17 195,305.79
to write 166,814.22 177,608.43 156,581.93 99,060.46

iSCSI 10GbE – Random Mixed IOPS (using SSD) (4KB)

model SA6400 SA3600 SA3400 SA3200D
70% read 30% write 315,453.38 317,241.15 238,754.61 143,933.54

NAS：

  • Operating system: DSM 7.1.1
  • Volume type: RAID 5, RAID 6
  • hard drive:
    • SA6400, SA3600, SA3400: All hard drive trays are installed with Synology SAT5200 series 960GB SATA SSD
    • SA3200D: All hard disk trays are installed with HGST HUSMM3240ASS200 SAS SSD
  • Memory:
    • SA6400：128GB (4 x 32GB)
    • SA3600、SA3400：32GB (2 x 16GB)
    • SA3200D: 16GB per controller (2 x 8GB)
  • File system: Btrfs
  • Network Bandwidth:
    • SA6400, SA3600, SA3400: 60GbE (2 x built-in 10GbE ports + 2 x Synology E10G18-T2 NIC)
    • SA3200D: 30GbE (1 x built-in 10GbE port + 1 x Synology E10G18-T2 NIC per controller)

switch:

  • Netgear M4300-96X，MTU 9000

Client computer:

  • Intel Core i7-4790 3.60Ghz；4GB DDR3-1600；Intel SSDSC2CW120A3K5 SATA SSD；Intel X540-T2 NIC

Performance testing tools:

  • HCIbench v1.6.8 with Vdbench, iSCSI Random IOPS test with 100% read/write ratio and 4KB block size, Thick LUN, VMware vCenter Server 6.7 and ESXi 6.7
  • FIO v3.6, SMB sequential transfer performance test with 100% read/write ratio and 64KB block size, Windows Server 2016 Datacenter
  • FIO v3.6, SMB and iSCSI random IOPS test with 100% read/write ratio and 4KB block size, Thick LUN, Windows Server 2016 Datacenter
  • FIO v3.6, iSCSI random mixed IOPS test with 70%/30% read/write mix ratio and 4KB block size, Thick LUN, Windows Server 2016 Datacenter

Notes:

  • Synology Labs uses dozens of client computers for performance testing with optimized network settings and manual traffic balancing. Performance figures vary based on environmental factors and may not be reproducible across a single client computer connection.
  • Not all device models are available in every region. For further details, please contact your local Synology partner.

Synology SA6400 user manual

https://global.download.synology.com/download/Document/Hardware/HIG/SA/22-year/SA6400/enu/SA6400_HIG_enu.pdf

 

 



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