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Synology 8 bay NAS DiskStation DS1817+ (8GB) (Diskless)
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Synology 8 bay NAS DiskStation DS1817+ (8GB) (Diskless)

Bottom line: The Synology 8 bay NAS DiskStation DS1817+ is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the nas & home servers category, priced around $3,466.49 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 04:13 UTC, orderable but not in stock. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-21. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Optional M2D17 adapter card for dual M.2 SATA SSDs for cache;Power Consumption :61.5 W
  • ✓ Backed by Synology's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Synology DiskStation DS1817+ features a quad-core processor with AES-NI hardware encryption engine, providing outstanding performance even with encryption. Supercharge your storage with the optional M.2 SSD adapter card for dual SSD cache drives. DS1817+ is the ideal storage solution for centralizing data backups, protecting critical assets, and sharing files across different platforms. Synology DS1817+ is backed with Synology's 3-year limited warranty.

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Synology 8 bay NAS DiskStation DS1817+ using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the nas & home servers category. Synology's nas & home servers lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for nas & home servers of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Quad-core 8-bay NAS with AES-NI support, with over 1,179 MB/s reading and 542 MB/s writing performance
  • Pie slot for optional 10GbE add-on card. Four 1GbE (RJ-45) ports with failover and Link Aggregation support
  • Optional M2D17 adapter card for dual M.2 SATA SSDs for cache;Power Consumption :61.5 W
  • 8GB with easily upgradable dual channel design, up to 16GB. Operating Temperature is 5 degree Celsius to 40 degree Celsius
  • Scale up to 18 drives with two DX517 expansion units

Full Specifications

Size8 - bay
BrandSynology
ColorBlack
MaterialMetal
Unit Count1 Count
Model NumberDS1817+ (8GB)
Mounting TypeRack Mount
Built-In MediaAC power cord x 1, Accessory pack x 1, DS1817+ main unit x 1, Quick Installation Guide x 1, RJ-45 LAN cable x 2
Item Type NameSynology DS1817+ (8GB) 8 - bay NAS Disk Station (Diskless)
Mfr Part NumberDS1817+ (8GB)
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Enclosure MaterialMetal
Warranty Description3 Years
Global Trade Identification Number00846504002764

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-21. Price and availability subject to change.

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