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Synology 5-bay DiskStation DS1522+ (Diskless),Black
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Synology 5-bay DiskStation DS1522+ (Diskless),Black

Status: Synology 5-bay DiskStation DS1522+: Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The Synology 5-bay DiskStation DS1522+: 736/796 MB/s sequential read/write over the built-in ports; main trade-off: sold diskless, so five drives are a separate purchase.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 736/796 MB/s sequential read/write over the built-in ports
  • ✓ Four 1GbE ports for link aggregation or multi-subnet setups
  • ✓ Optional 10GbE add-in card for bandwidth-heavy editing work
  • ✓ Scales to 15 drives via two DX517 expansion units

Cons

  • ✗ Sold diskless, so five drives are a separate purchase
  • ✗ No 10GbE onboard; the upgrade card costs extra
  • ✗ 1GbE ports cap a single client near 110 MB/s
  • ✗ Five-bay chassis is bulkier than 2-bay desktop NAS units

Manufacturer description

The product is multiple voltage compatible, that voltage arrange is 100-240V

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Synology 5-bay DiskStation DS1522+ using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the external storage category. Synology's external storage 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 external storage 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

  • Up to 736/796 MB/s sequential read/write throughput makes file operations quick and efficient
  • Leverage built-in file and photo management, data protection, virtualization, and surveillance solutions
  • Four 1GbE ports for simple integration into existing environments with optional 10GbE connectivity to tackle more specialized, bandwidth-heavy applications
  • Add up to 10 extra drive bays with 2 DX517 expansion units for a maximum of 15 storage drives
  • 3-year warranty

Full Specifications

SizeDS1522+
BrandSynology
ColorBlack
Unit Count1 Count
Model NumberDS1522+
Mounting Typesurface mount
Built-In Media1 x DS1522+ main unit; 1 x Quick Installation Guide; 1 x Accessory pack; 1 x AC power adapter; 1 x AC power cord; 2 x RJ-45 LAN cables
Item Type NameSynology NAS
Mfr Part NumberDS1522+
Compatible DevicesAndroid, Desktop, Laptop, Server, iphone
Warranty Description3 Years
Item Dimensions D x W x H9.17"D x 9.06"W x 6.54"H

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