Synology DS1512+ NAS Server

High Performance NAS Server Scales up to 15 Drives for SMB Users

Synology DiskStation DS1512+ offers a high-performance, scalable, and full-featured network attached storage solution that meets the needs of small and medium-sized businesses that require an efficient way to centralize data protection, simplify data management, and rapidly scale storage capacity with minimal time spent on setup and management. The Synology DS1512+ is backed with Synology's 3-year limited warranty.

• 194.83 MB/sec Writing, 200.31 MB/sec Reading

• Scaling up to 15 Drives with Synology DX513

• Featuring SuperSpeed USB 3.0

• Expandable RAM Module (Up to 3GB)

• 2 LAN with Link Aggregation Support

• CPU Passive cooling Technology & System Fan Redundancy

• VMware, Citrix, Microsoft Hyper-V Compliance

• Running on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM)

Overview

High Performance, High Data Availability

With the Link Aggregation enabled, Synology DS1512+ delivers an average 194.83 MB/sec writing speed under RAID 5 configuration in a Windows environment, and 200.31 MB/sec reading. Coming with USB 3.0 support which offers transmission speeds of up to 5 Gbps, namely 10 times faster than USB 2.0, DS1512+ takes less time for data transfer for external hard drives and consumes less power. Synology DS1512+ brings you the high performance that your data-intensive applications demand for a storage system, and offers the ability to scale the storage capacity.

High Reliability

Reliable functioning of commercial systems is of paramount concern to business users who depend on these servers every day. Synology DS1512+ is now introduced with the fanless CPU heatsink to prevent the single point of failure. With the CPU passive cooling technology, Synology DS1512+ achieves the high reliability system design. When one of your system fans malfunctions, the built-in system fan redundancy mechanism can extend service uptime by keeping the remaining fan running and your DS1512+ performing basic operations until the replacement fan arrives. The 2 LAN with failover support and hot-swappable drives will ensure continual service uptime should the drives need replacement or the unexpected LAN failure occurs. Business need a strong foundation to face mission-critical tasks so the Synology DS1512+ delivers high reliability ensuring data access when it is needed.

Robust & Affordable Scalability Up to 60 TB

When the storage capacity of the Synology DS1512+ is nearing its limits, it can easily be expanded with the Synology DX513. The Synology DX510 securely connects to the Synology DS1512+ via an eSATA cable of specially-designed connectors on both ends to ensure maximum throughput. The Synology DX513 can directly expand the existing storage on the Synology DS1512+ to a maximum 60 TB capacity.

iSCSI and Virtualization Ready

With the iSCSI support in DSM, the Synology DS1512+ provides a seamless storage solution for virtualization servers, such as VMware, Hyper-V, and Citrix. It is the ideal alternative to SAN solution for businesses. Affordable and cost-effective, iSCSI allows SMB users to consolidate storage into data center storage arrays while providing hosts with the illusion of locally-attached disks.

Full-featured Business Applications

The Synology DS1512+ runs on the renowned operation system, Synology DSM, offering applications and features designed specifically for SMBs. Comprehensive network protocol support assures seamless file sharing across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms. Windows ADS and LDAP integration allows the Synology DS1512+ to quickly and easily fit in an existing business network environment with no need to recreate user accounts.

Directory Server package can turn DS1512+ into an LDAP-based directory server within minutes. IT administrators can bind other DiskStations to the directory server. With the same batch of directory user accounts or groups, employees can access all the DiskStations with the same user credentials.

Windows ACL support on DS1512+ provides much finer-grained access control and efficient privilege settings, allowing IT staffs to set up privileges to files and folders on DS1512+ through their familiar Windows user interface. The privileges set on Windows ACL will be applied to all access entries, including AFP, FTP, File Station, NFS and WebDAV. The secure privilege offers IT staff peace of mind, no worries about any loopholes.

Internet file access is simplified with the included encrypted FTP server and the web-based file explorer, Synology File Station. HTTPS, the built-in firewall, and IP auto-block support ensure file sharing over the Internet is protected at a high security level.

A wealth of additional features allows the Synology DS1512+ to replace several pieces of network hardware. Synology Web Station with support for PHP/MySQL content allows for the hosting of up to 30 websites on a single Synology DS1512+. Synology Surveillance Station offers a centralized interface to safeguard the office environments by deploying IP cameras throughout the network. The built-in mail server turns a Synology DS1512+ into a dedicated mail service provider and the USB printer sharing capability minimizes businesses' printing cost by sharing printing resources throughout the office.

Energy Efficient Design

Synology DiskStation are designed and developed with energy efficiency in mind. Compared with the average PC counterparts, Synology DS1512+ consumes only 50.6 watts in operation. The support of wake on LAN, scheduled power on/off and hard drive hibernation can further reduce power consumption and operation cost.

All Synology products are produced with RoHS compliant parts and packed with recyclable packaging materials. Synology acknowledges the responsibility as a global citizen to continually work to reduce the environmental impact of every product produced.

Networking

Features

Beyond NAS server operating system

Business productivity is up through centralization, data management becomes one-stop-for-all, and user experience is enriched with new technologies, Synology DiskStation Manager 3.2 takes your NAS experience to the next level. Running on Synology NAS servers, DSM 3.2 offers intuitive and feature-rich applications which help you simplify the otherwise time-consuming tasks.

Multitasking UI

DSM 3.2 offers a personal touch to the user interface with new technologies. As a true mutli-tasker, it allows you to switch between applications all under one browser tab. HTML5 & CSS3 adoption means the drag-n-drop experience now goes beyond browser and onto your PC desktop.

Storage & iSCSI

DSM 3.2 includes complete RAID protection, easy storage expansion, and comprehensive iSCSI support. Micro-manage your volume creation and storage deployment with the Storage Manager. Create multiple volumes on single RAID for better storage space utilization. iSCSI support comes with failover protection and iSNS support.

Surveillance

Use Surveillance Station on Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, and even Mac Safari! Surveillance Solution is among the first to offer browser-based NVR solution on Mac OS. Enhanced support on H.264 and MPEG4 format means all movements can be viewed and recorded in high-resolution. Advanced features are optimized for large scale deployment. Additional monitoring device and mobile app contributes to complete your surveillance solution.

Mobile Apps

DSM mobile embraces HTML5 technology and is the central portal for management, entertainment, and surveillance purposes on iPhone/iPad and Android phones. Accompanied with 5 iOS & Android apps, get your data on-the-roam 24/7. DSM also introduces the NAS industry's first print solution that includes Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print. Your file mobility just gets better and better.

File Sharing

Share all kinds of data easily with the many features of DSM. DSM 3.2 provides straightforward file navigation on your Desktop and cross-platform compatibility. Use Syslog Server, Virtual Drive, and Remote Folder to achieve efficiency in daily operation. Windows ADS and LDAP users are also well-supported.

Backup

DSM offers comprehensive backup options with desktop backup and server backup. With Mac OS X Lion support, see Time Machine and DiskStation work together as a pair. Real-time shared folder sync and multiple offsite backup secure data with double or even triple layers of protection. Time Backup supports remote backup with SnapShot and versioning still intact.

Account & Privileges

Create local accounts and groups easily. DSM 3.2 supports seamless integration into Windows ADS and LDAP directory sever. Administrators can also build an LDAP-based directory server with Synology's Directory Server package. Set up privileges and access rights. The full support of Windows ACL makes file control more efficient.

Multimedia Fun

DSM 3.2 brings you innovative and enjoyable multimedia entertainment. Enjoy sound and sensation while enriching your life with personal online albums and blog services. Photo Station comes with Facebook album synchronization and passwords-on-albums. Your social life just gets better.

Rich Applications

Use full-featured applications to launch websites and host mail servers. With DSM 3.2 you also obtain a complete print server that supports multifunction printers, Apple AirPrint, and Google Cloud Print. Package Center is a true harbor for finding new packages, updates, and log information. Find out what packages are available for your DiskStation and install them instantly.

Synology DS1512+ 5-bay Customizable NAS

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