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title: Synology RackStation RS1221RP+ 8-bay NAS Storage
date: 2026-03-18T21:49:05Z
modified: 2026-05-25T12:00:45Z
permalink: "https://tech.co.za/product/synology-rackstation-rs1221rp-8-bay-nas-storage/"
type: product
status: publish
excerpt: The RS1221RP+ at only 30 to 38 centimeters deep, is built for space-sensitive deployments. Boasting over 100K 4K random read IOPS and 2,315 MB/s sequential read
wpid: 574754
product_brand:
  - Synology
product_type:
  - simple
product_cat:
  - Data Storage
  - Internal HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
featured_image: "https://tech.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/rs1221rpa.png"
featured_image_alt: rackstation 8 bay (up to 12 bay); amd ryzen v1500b 2.4ghz; 4gb ram (up to 32gb); 4 x gbe lan; 2x usb3.2; 1x esata;
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| **Hardware Specifications** |  |
| --- | --- |
| **CPU** |  |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen V1500B |
| CPU Quantity | 1 |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| CPU Threads | 8 |
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit |
| CPU Frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| Hardware Encryption Engine |  |
| **Memory** |  |
| System Memory | 4 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM |
| Total Memory Slots | 2 |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 32 GB (16 GB x 2) |
| Notes | Synology may revise pre-installed memory module specifications in response to component lifecycle and supply conditions. All revised components undergo the same rigorous validation to ensure equivalent compatibility, stability, and performance. Please select Synology memory modules for optimum compatibility and reliability. Synology will not provide complete product warranty or technical support if non-Synology memory modules are used for memory expansion. For multi-module memory configurations, all modules must be identical and share the same model number. Check the [Product Manual](https://kb.synology.com/search?sources%5B%5D=hardware_installation_guide) of your Synology product for recommended memory configurations. |
| **Storage** |  |
| Drive Bays | 8 |
| Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit | 12 (RX418 x 1) |
| Drive Type [(See all supported drives)](https://www.synology.com/en-global/compatibility?search_by=drives) | 3.5″ SATA HDD 2.5″ SATA HDD 2.5″ SATA SSD |
| Hot Swappable Drive\* | Yes |
| Notes | Synology only guarantees full functionality, reliability, and performance for Synology drives listed on the [compatibility list](https://www.synology.com/en-global/compatibility). The use of non-validated components may limit certain functionality and result in data loss and system instability. |
| **External Ports** |  |
| RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port | 4 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port | 2 |
| Expansion Port | 1 |
| Expansion Port Type | eSATA |
| More info: | [https://www.synology.com/en-global/products/RS1221+#specs](https://www.synology.com/en-global/products/RS1221+#specs) |