Synology

Expansion Unit DX517

The Synology is a 5-bay expansion unit for Synology DiskStation NAS servers. It allows you to easily add up to 5 additional 2.5″ or 3.5″ SATA hard drives to your DiskStation, expanding your storage capacity without having to purchase a new NAS server.

The DX517 is a plug-and-play device, so it is very easy to install and use. Simply connect it to your DiskStation using the included expansion cable and it will be automatically detected and configured. You can then start using the additional storage space immediately.

The DX517 is a flexible storage solution that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as:

Expanding the storage capacity of your DiskStation NAS server

Creating a dedicated local backup destination for your DiskStation

Creating an additional RAID volume to improve performance and data protection

Archiving old data to free up space on your primary NAS server

a reliable and affordable storage solution for businesses and home users alike. It is backed by Synology’s award-winning customer support, so you can be sure that you are getting a high-quality product.

Here are some of the key features of the Synology DX517:

5-bay expansion unit for Synology DiskStation NAS servers

Compatible with both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA hard drives

Plug-and-play design for easy installation and use

Can be used to expand storage capacity, create local backups, or create additional RAID volumes

Backed by Synology’s award-winning customer support

If you are looking for a simple and affordable way to expand the storage capacity of your DiskStation NAS server, the DX517 is a great option.

How use (DX517):

To use the Synology DX517 expansion unit, follow these steps:Connect the DX517 to your DiskStation NAS server using the included expansion cable.

Power on the DX517.Log into DiskStation Manager (DSM) on your DiskStation.

Go to Control Panel > External Devices.The DX517 should be listed under Expansion Units.

Once connected and detected, you can start using the additional storage space. To do this, you can create a new volume, expand an existing volume, or create a RAID volume.

To create a new volume:Go to Storage Manager > Volumes.Click the Create button.Select External Expansion Unit.

Select the DX517 and the drives you want to use for the volume.Configure the volume settings and click Create.To expand an existing volume:

Go to Storage Manager > Volumes.Select the volume you want to expand.Click the Expand button.

Select the DX517 and the drives you want to use to expand the volume.Click the Expand button.To create a RAID volume:Go to Storage Manager > RAID.

Click the Create button.Select the RAID type you want to create.Select the DX517 and the drives you want to use for the RAID volume.

Configure the RAID volume settings and click Create.

Once you have created a volume or expanded an existing volume, you can start using the additional storage space immediately. You can copy files to the volume, create shared folders, and use the volume for any other storage needs.

Here are some additional tips for using the Synology DX517:

You can use to expand any Synology DiskStation NAS server that has two or more expansion ports.

supports both 2.5″ and 3.5″ SATA hard drives.

You can use to create a dedicated local backup destination for your DiskStation. This is a good way to protect your data in case of a failure of your DiskStation.

You can also use to create an additional RAID volume to improve performance and data protection.

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Learn more about (Expansion Unit):

An expansion unit is a device that can be used to increase the storage capacity of a network attached storage (NAS) device. NAS devices are typically used to store and share files over a network, and expansion units can be used to add additional hard drives to the NAS device in order to increase its storage capacity.

Expansion units are typically available in a variety of different sizes and configurations. Some expansion units can support a small number of hard drives, while others can support a large number of hard drives. Expansion units can also support different types of hard drives, such as SATA hard drives, SAS hard drives, and SSDs.

When choosing an expansion unit for your NAS device, it is important to consider the following factors:

The number of hard drives that the expansion unit supports

The types of hard drives that the expansion unit supports

The performance of the expansion unit

The compatibility of the expansion unit with your NAS device

Expansion units can be used for a variety of purposes, such as:

Increasing the storage capacity of a NAS device for home or business use

Creating a dedicated backup destination for a NAS device

Creating an additional RAID volume to improve performance and data protection

Archiving old data to free up space on a primary NAS device

Expansion units can be a valuable addition to any NAS device, and they can provide a simple and affordable way to increase storage capacity and improve performance.

Here are some of the benefits of using an expansion unit:

Increased storage capacity: Expansion units can be used to add additional hard drives to a NAS device, which can significantly increase its storage capacity. This is ideal for users who need to store a large amount of data, such as businesses or video editors.

Improved performance: Expansion units can also be used to improve the performance of a NAS device. This is because multiple hard drives can work together to provide faster read and write speeds.

Increased data protection: Expansion units can also be used to improve the data protection of a NAS device. This is because RAID volumes can be created using multiple hard drives to provide redundancy. This means that if one hard drive fails, the data can still be accessed from the other hard drives in the RAID volume.

If you are looking for a way to increase the storage capacity, improve the performance, or increase the data protection of your NAS device, then an expansion unit is a great option.