- Is the RS1221+ good for Plex?
- It handles direct-play streams fine but has no hardware transcoding, so converting 4K or high-bitrate files will strain the CPU. For heavy transcoding, a model with an Intel CPU and Quick Sync is a better fit.
- How is it different from the RS1221RP+?
- The RP+ adds redundant power supplies in a deeper chassis. The RS1221+ has a single PSU and a shallower body, which suits cabinets where depth is tight.
- Does it support 10GbE?
- Yes, through either PCIe slot with a compatible Synology or third-party network card. That is the main upgrade owners make for faster large-file transfers.
- What drives and memory does it take?
- It accepts 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA drives and SSDs, and uses ECC DDR4 SODIMM memory. This bundle already includes 32 GB of RAM and 32 TB of storage.
- Can I expand storage later?
- Yes. It supports Synology expansion units over eSATA and RAID levels from JBOD through RAID 6 and RAID 10 across its eight bays.
- Does it fit a standard rack?
- It is a 2U rackmount unit about 3.5 inches tall. Synology rails are sold separately, so check that your cabinet depth and rail kit match.
- Where is the Synology RackStation RS1221+ NAS Server Bundle cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $6,659.00, as of our latest check.