Synology RackStation RS3621RPxs: High-Performance 2U Storage for Enterprise
The Synology RS3621RPxs is a powerhouse 12-bay rackmount NAS designed to deliver uncompromising performance and service continuity for large-scale businesses. With its high-speed processing capabilities and redundant power supply, it is the ideal solution for data-intensive applications, virtualization, and large-scale backup.
Core Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| CPU |
Intel Xeon D-1541 8-core 2.1 GHz (Turbo up to 2.7 GHz) |
| Memory |
8 GB DDR4 ECC UDIMM (Expandable up to 64 GB) |
| Drive Bays |
12-bay (Up to 36-bay with 2x RX1217/RX1217RP expansion units) |
| Throughput |
189,098 4K random read IOPS / 4,718 MB/s sequential read |
| Network Ports |
4x 1GbE RJ-45 (Supports Link Aggregation / Failover) |
| PCIe Expansion |
2x Gen3 x8 slots (for 10/25GbE NICs or M.2 NVMe SSD adapter) |
| Power Supply |
Redundant 500W Power Units |
Key Business Benefits
Enterprise-Grade Performance
Engineered for heavy workloads, the RS3621RPxs handles high-concurrency environments with ease. Whether used for file serving or as a virtualization target, the 8-core Xeon processor ensures minimal latency.
Maximum Service Availability
The “RP” in the model name signifies Redundant Power. Dual power supplies ensure that if one unit fails, your business stays online. This is paired with Synology High Availability (SHA) support for active-passive clustering.
Scalability and Flexibility
Start with 12 bays and scale up to 36 bays as your data grows. The dual PCIe slots allow you to upgrade to 10GbE or 25GbE networking to eliminate bandwidth bottlenecks or add NVMe SSD cache to accelerate random I/O.
Comprehensive Data Protection
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Active Backup Suite: License-free backup for Windows, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V, and Microsoft 365/Google Workspace.
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Snapshot Replication: Near-instantaneous data protection for shared folders and LUNs to prevent ransomware data loss.
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Hyper Backup: Securely back up your NAS data to local folders, external devices, or public clouds.
Ideal Use Cases
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Virtualization Storage: Certified for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, and OpenStack.
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Centralized Backup Hub: A robust repository for company-wide backups with deduplication technology.
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High-Resolution Video Editing: Sufficient throughput for multi-user 4K video editing workflows over high-speed networking.
Note: For optimal performance and compatibility, it is recommended to use Synology enterprise-grade HAT5300 series HDDs or SAT5200 series SSDs.
