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Synology NAS Rackstation (Diskless) (RS1619xs+), 4-bay; 8GB DDR4
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Synology NAS Rackstation (Diskless) (RS1619xs+), 4-bay; 8GB DDR4

Bottom line: The Synology NAS Rackstation is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the nas & home servers category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Optional 10GbE NIC support; scalable up to 16 drives with Synology RX1217/RX1217RP
  • ✓ 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 Rack station RS1619xs+ is a high-performance 1U rack mount NAS with comprehensive storage, data backup, and collaboration applications, Suitable for small- to medium-sized businesses. RS1619xs+ simplifies data management, optimizes virtualization environments, and rapidly expands storage capacity with minimal time investment in setup and maintenance. Synology RS1619xs+ is backed by Synology 5-year limited warranty. CPU Model : Intel Xeon D-1527

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Synology NAS Rackstation 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

  • Powerful 1U NAS for growing businesses, featuring a quad-core CPU with AES-NI and 8 GB (up to 64 GB) DDR4 ECC UDIMM
  • Built-in M.2 NV Me/SATA SSD slots for system Cache support; Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C (40°F to 95°F)
  • Excellent performance of over 1, 523 MB/s sequential reading and 136, 558 iSCSI random read IOPS
  • Optional 10GbE NIC support; scalable up to 16 drives with Synology RX1217/RX1217RP
  • Backed by Synology’s 5-year limited warranty & Synology replacement service (SRS)

Full Specifications

Size4-bay; 8GB DDR4
BrandSynology
ColorBlack
MaterialCarbon Steel
Unit Count1.0 Count
Model NumberRS1619xs+
Mounting TypeRack Mount
Built-In MediaAC power cord x 2, Accessory pack x 1, Quick Installation Guide x 1, RS1619xs+ main unit x 1
Item Type NameServer
Mfr Part NumberRS1619xs+
Weight CapacityMaximum weight: 18 Pounds
Compatible DevicesDesktop, Laptop, Server
Enclosure MaterialCarbon Steel
Is Assembly RequiredYes
Warranty Description5 Year
Global Trade Identification Number00846504003068

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