Synology DiskStation DS1522+
Best scalable storage for growing home offices and small businesses.
This five-bay powerhouse is the ultimate bridge between a home office and a professional server. While it demands a bit more setup than a simple external drive, the trade-off is a rock-solid, expandable foundation that keeps your growing digital library safe, organized, and accessible from anywhere.
$879.99
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CommGear
Who it's for
- Creative professionals requiring rapid data transfers for large media files
- Home users wanting a seamless, feature-rich storage management experience
- Power users needing high-speed caching and future-proof memory capacity
Who should skip it
- Value-focused shoppers wary of high initial and upgrade investments
- Budget-conscious buyers avoiding additional costs for essential network speeds
- Media enthusiasts relying on real-time 4K video transcoding for Plex
Performance breakdown
Scalability Potential
Five drive bays provide ample room for significant long-term data growth.
RAID Versatility
Comprehensive RAID support ensures flexible options for balancing speed and redundancy.
Network Throughput
Single Gigabit Ethernet port limits potential speeds for high-bandwidth professional workflows.
Compact Footprint
Space-saving desktop design fits easily into any home or office environment.
Build Reliability
Solid construction backed by a reassuring three-year limited warranty.
Peripheral Connectivity
USB 3.0 ports offer standard, reliable connections for external backup drives.
Key Specs
Device Type
NAS server
Number of Bays
6
Host Connectivity
Gigabit Ethernet
USB Specification
USB 3.0
Item Length
9.17 in
Item Width
9.06 in
Item Height
6.54 in
Limited warranty
3 years
RAID Levels Supported
RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, JBOD
Form Factor
Compact Desktop
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