Synology RackStation RS2821RP+

High-performance storage for data protection, file serving, and more.

Versatile and scalable storage

Synology RackStation RS2821RP+ is a 3U 16-bay storage server designed to accommodate a diverse set of business requirements. Scalable to 28 drives, the unit provides powerful backup and restore functionality for the SMB sector. It delivers 2,200 MB/s sequential read and 105K 4K random read performance¹ and can be upgraded with SSD cache and 10/25Gb Ethernet² options.

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Compute

AMD Ryzen™ V1500B quad-core 2.2 GHz

Throughput

2,220 MB/s seq. read 105K 4K random read performance¹

Memory

4 GB ECC DDR4, up to 32 GB

Scalability

Up to 28 drive bays with RX1217(RP)

High-performance storage for anything

Over 105K/59K random read/write IOPS and up to 2,220/1,164 MB/s sequential read/write throughput ensure ample performance for demanding workloads.¹

4K Random IOPS Sequential Throughput

* compared to predecessor Synology RackStation RS2821RP+

Built for reliability

Redundant power

Reduce the possibility of power disruptions on a single distribution channel or PDU adversely impacting data and service availability.

Near-zero downtime

Pair two identical devices with Synology High Availability and enable automatic minute-level failover between both devices in the event one server fails. Learn more

Data integrity and protection

ECC memory prevents data corruption, while the Btrfs file system brings higher reliability, snapshot technology, and simplified data protection. Learn more

Customize to suit

Easily adapt the Synology RackStation RS2821RP+ to any business environment by adding faster networking, local SSD cache, or storage capacity.²

10/25GbE ready

Support for 10/25GbE NICs lets you boost server throughput up to five times using Link Aggregation (bonding).
SSD cache³

Boost read/write IOPS over HDD-only arrays by up to 16 times or more with NVMe or SATA SSD Cache
On-demand drive bays

Expand to 28 drive bays with one RX1217(RP) expansion unit

License-free backup solutions

Back up your NAS to other devices
Consolidate backups to your NAS

Hyper Backup

Back up files, iSCSI LUNs, installed applications, and system configurations to destinations including Synology C2 Storage, public cloud platforms, USB devices, file servers, local folders, or other Synology NAS.
Set and forget backup tasks with regular schedules, enhance security with fine-grained user permissions and encryption, keep backup sizes small with built-in deduplication⁴, and restore data flexibly with multi-versioning. Learn more

Snapshot Replication

Snapshot Replication enables flexible point-in-time snapshots of shared folders and virtual machines with an RPO as low as 5 minutes and recovery within seconds. Learn more

Serving remote workforces

Keep your remote workforce connected with powerful out-of-the-box solutions for collaboration, file sharing, and communication.

Synology Drive

Host your own private cloud behind the safety of your NAS with 100% data ownership and no subscription fees. Learn more
Synology Office

Create documents, spreadsheets, and slides in a multi-user environment. Real-time collaboration and automatic saving make remote work sessions a breeze. Learn more
Synology Chat

Chat and collaborate with colleagues using secure end-to-end encryption on with mobile, desktop, and browser clients. Learn more

Storage for virtualization

DSM streamlines provisioning for and management of virtual machines with full certification for VMware® vSphere™, Microsoft® Hyper-V®, Citrix® XenServer™, and OpenStack virtualization environments.
Synology Storage Console for VMware or Windows platforms lets you manage storage directly from your hypervisor. VMware VAAI integration and Windows ODX help offload storage operations and speed up data transfer. Learn more

Works best with Synology drives

Engineered to handle intensive 24/7 workloads, Synology drives consistently deliver top-grade performance.

3.5” HDD HAT530

M.2 SSD SNV3000³

2.5” SSD SAT5200

Powered by Synology DiskStation Manager

The web-based DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system supports a host of native productivity and management solutions.

Central Management System

Conveniently manage your fleet of Synology NAS from a centralized console.

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Synology Drive

Instantly access your NAS files across multiple devices whenever you want, wherever you are.

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Collaboration Suite

Satisfy all team collaboration needs behind the safety of your own private cloud with Synology Office, Calendar, and Chat.

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Virtual Machine Manager

Run various operating systems in isolated sandboxes. Seamlessly clone, store, and migrate virtual machines.

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Security

Shield your Synology NAS from the most sophisticated threats with industry-leading security solutions.

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Surveillance

Protect your home or business with intelligent monitoring and video management tools.

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Extra protection with Extended Warranty Plus

Extend the standard 3-year hardware warranty of your Synology RackStation RS2821RP+ with 2 more years of Synology-certified support and premium services that help you recover faster in the event of a disaster.