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Synology RackStation RS1221+ NAS Server with Ryzen 2.2GHz CPU, 32GB Memory, 64TB HDD Storage, 4 x 1GbE LAN Ports, DSM Operating System Bundle with Rail kit
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Synology RackStation RS1221+ NAS Server with Ryzen 2.2GHz CPU

Bottom line: The Synology RackStation RS1221+ NAS Server with Ryzen 2.2GHz CPU is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the external storage 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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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For external drives and portable storage, synthesises manufacturer specs and independent reviews rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Synology NAS chassis comes in a sealed box.
  • ✓ 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 RackStation RS1221+, made for a variety of server roles such as backup, virtualization, file storage, email servers, & domain controllers; sliding rail kit included for effortless server installation.Form Factor: NAS Rack ServerInternal File System Format: EXT4, BtrfsPorts: 4 x RJ-45 1GbE LAN Ports (with Link Aggregation / Failover support); 2 x USB 3.2 Ports; 1 x eSATA PortProcessor: Ryzen V1500B 4-Core 2.2GHz CPUMemory: 32GB DDR4 ECC SODIMMFile Storage: 64TB (8 x 8TB) SATA 3.5" HDDs for High-Capacity StoragePower: Single Power SupplyOperating System: Synology DSM SoftwareFeatures…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Synology RackStation RS1221+ NAS Server with Ryzen 2.2GHz CPU 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

  • Synology RackStation RS1221+ is made for a variety of server roles such as backup, file storage, email servers, and domain controllers; sliding rail kit is included for easy server installation
  • Ryzen V1500B 4-Core 2.2GHz CPU; 32GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM Memory; 64TB (8 x 8TB) SATA 3.5" HDDs for High-Capacity Storage; 4 x RJ-45 1GbE LAN Ports (with Link Aggregation / Failover support); 2 x USB 3.2 Ports; 1 x eSATA Port; Btrfs File System for Advanced LUN iSCSI Service
  • Features: iSCSI Target Protocol, Virtual Machine Manager, Synology High Availability, Synology MailPlus, Central Management System, Security Advisor, AES 256-bit Encryption, 2 Factor Authentication, Cloud Station Suite, 4K Multimedia Server role, Active Backup for VMware and Windows, Synology Drive, Active Backup for Office 365 and G Suite, Surveillance Station role, Collaboration Suite, and many more
  • Synology NAS chassis comes in a sealed box.
  • Hard drives and memory upgrades included separately, NOT installed, installation required.

Full Specifications

BrandSynology
ColorBlack
Unit Count1 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Mounting TypeRack Mount
Storage Volume64 TB
Number of Items1
Compatible DevicesServer
Warranty DescriptionManufacturer
Full listing titleSynology RackStation RS1221+ NAS Server with Ryzen 2.2GHz CPU, 32GB Memory, 64TB HDD Storage, 4 x 1GbE LAN Ports, DSM Operating System Bundle with Rail kit

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