Key Features

• Processor: Features an AMD Ryzen V1500B Quad-Core 2.2 GHz CPU with a hardware encryption engine (AES-NI), providing strong processing power for multi-user environments and various applications.
• Memory: Comes with 4GB DDR4 EUCC SODIMM RAM (Error-Correcting Code), which helps maintain data integrity, crucial for business-critical operations. This is expandable up to 32GB (via two slots supporting 16GB modules each).
• Drive Bays: Offers 12 x 3.5″/2.5″ SATA drive bays, which are hot-swappable for easy maintenance and expansion.
• Scalability: The DS2422+ is highly scalable. Its storage capacity can be doubled to 24 drive bays by connecting a single Synology DX1222 expansion unit.
• Networking: Equipped with 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE) ports that support Link Aggregation and Failover, providing increased bandwidth and network redundancy.
• PCIe Expansion: Includes 1 x PCIe 3.0 x8 slot (x4 link).

 Specifications

• External Ports: For convenient connectivity, it features two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (formerly known as USB 3.0). Additionally, a dedicated Mini-SAS expansion port is included, specifically for connecting external storage or expansion units to further increase capacity.
• RAID Support: Data integrity and flexibility are paramount, and as such, this unit comprehensively supports a wide range of RAID configurations. Users can choose from Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, or Synology Hybrid RAID (SHR). Consequently, this allows for optimal balancing of data protection and storage efficiency, precisely tailored to individual or business needs.
• Operating System: At its core, the device runs on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), Synology’s intuitive, web-based operating system. Thus, DSM provides a user-friendly interface with a wide array of integrated applications for seamless data management, efficient backup solutions, comprehensive surveillance capabilities, and much more.
• Performance: When it comes to speed, this NAS delivers impressive sequential read/write performance. Specifically, it can achieve up to 2201 MB/s sequential read and 1383 MB/s sequential write speeds. However, it’s important to note that these peak figures are typically achieved when using optional aggregated 10GbE connectivity and optimized system configurations.
• Drive Compatibility: While the system is designed to support various 3.5″ SATA HDDs, 2.5″ SATA HDDs, and 2.5″ SATA SSDs, Synology strongly recommends using their own brand of drives. This includes the HAT5300 series HDDs, SAT5200 series SSDs, and SNV3000 series NVMe SSDs (if M.2 slots are present on the model). Therefore, adhering to this recommendation helps ensure full functionality, optimal reliability, and eligibility for comprehensive technical support. Conversely, using non-validated components may limit certain features and could potentially lead to system instability.

Applications & Use Cases 🏢

• Mass Data Storage & File Sharing: Acts as a central, high-capacity repository for large datasets in multi-user environments, facilitating seamless file sharing across different platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux). It’s ideal for professional video editing workflows, CAD files, and large archives.
• Comprehensive Data Backup & Recovery: Offers robust solutions to protect your digital assets:
  • Active Backup Suite: Centralizes backup tasks for Windows PCs, physical servers, virtual machines (VMware, Hyper-V), and SaaS applications like Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.
  • Synology Drive: Creates a private cloud solution for real-time file synchronization and on-demand access across devices, ensuring data ownership and version control.
  • Snapshot Replication: Provides schedulable and near-instantaneous point-in-time copies of shared folders and iSCSI LUNs, offering strong protection against accidental deletion, ransomware, and other data loss events.
• Virtualization Host & Storage: Can serve as certified storage for virtual machines (VMs) from platforms like VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer. Advanced Surveillance System: Transforms into a powerful Network Video Recorder (NVR) with Synology Surveillance Station, supporting up to 40 IP cameras.
• Office & Collaboration Server: Provides private cloud-based productivity tools like Synology Office (for creating documents, spreadsheets, and presentations), Synology Chat (for secure instant messaging), and Synology Calendar for internal team collaboration.