RackStation RC18015XS+ SAN/NAS Server

High-availability cluster design

RC18015xs+ and RXD1215sas are specifically designed to work together as a high-availability cluster — requiring two RC18015xs+ and at least one RXD1215sas expansion unit. By combining the two computing servers and multiple storage units into a single high-availability cluster, RC18015xs+ and RXD1215sas deliver unyielding reliability and data availability. With the active/passive structure, services are automatically switched over to one server if the other unexpectedly goes offline, helping your business avoid costly downtime.

Massive scalability up to 180 drives

Up to fifteen RXD1215sas can be connected to the dual RC18015xs+ computing nodes, accommodating massive scalability up to 180 drives and maximum raw storage beyond 1PB. The shared storage architecture eliminates the need for data replication over the network, in addition to drastically reducing deployment costs.

Blazing fast performance and throughput

RC18015xs+ delivers superior performance of over 2,270 MB/s throughput and 355,400 IOPS when using dual 10GbE connections bonded with Link Aggregation. Equipped with 8GB ECC RAM (upgradeable up to 32GB), the RC18015xs+ ensures enterprise-level data accuracy and speed for your mission critical tasks.

Hardware redundancy enhances system uptime

In addition to the active/passive architecture, RC18015xs+ is equipped with redundant hardware components, such as power supply units, internal system fans, and LAN ports. In the event of component failure, the system continues operating normally while replacement parts are obtained and installed.

Ready for the 10GbE generation

In addition to the default four Gigabit Ethernet ports (plus one dedicated port for the Heartbeat), RC18015xs+ comes with one PCI Express 3.0 x8 slot (running at x8 mode), accommodating installation of one 10GbE network interface card (NIC) for maximized bandwidth.

5 year warranty

Synology RC18015xs+ is backed with Synology's 5-year limited warranty. With technical support and hardware replacement service, the five-year warranty maximizes your enterprises' return on investment. For the entire duration, you will enjoy technical support via e-mail and telephone.

Synology Replacement Service (SRS)

The Synology Replacement Service (SRS) provides free shipment of replacement units as early as the next business day. SRS can expedite the process of replacing defective products and minimize service downtime. 

Award winning OS - DiskStation Manager

Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) is a sleek, browser-based operating system running on every DiskStation and RackStation, which makes managing your Synology NAS a breeze. Featuring an intuitive user interface, DSM makes accessing and sharing your data smarter and simpler. Synology's Package Center lets you download and install useful add-on packages designed specifically for individual or business needs, meaning you can enjoy more entertainment in your life or better productivity at work.

Next-generation data protection and integrity

When dealing with large-scale data storage, businesses require a solution that offers reliable backup and prevents file corruption. With support for the next-generation Btrfs file system, RC18015xs+ ensures information is stored with a high level of data integrity, while providing flexible and efficient data protection tools.

Manufacturer Part Number
RC18015XS+
EAN/UPC
0846504001941,846504001941
Full Product Specifications

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Hardware Specifications

CPU
CPU Model: Intel Xeon E3-1230 v2
CPU Architecture: 64-bit
CPU Frequency: Quad Core 3.3 GHz
Hardware Encryption Engine (AES-NI): Yes

Memory
System Memory: 8 GB DDR3 ECC
Memory Module Pre-installed: 4 GB x 2
Total Memory Slots: 4
Memory Expandable up to: 32 GB (8 GB X 4)

Storage
Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit: 180
Compatible Drive Type* (See all supported drives):

  • 3.5" SAS HDD
  • 2.5" SAS HDD
  • 2.5" SAS SSD

Maximum Raw Capacity with Expansion Units: 1800 TB (10 TB HDD x 180) (Capacity may vary by RAID types)
Maximum Single Volume Size:
  • 200 TB (32GB RAM required, for RAID 5 or RAID 6 groups only)
  • 108 TB

Notes: "Compatible drive type" indicates the drives that have been tested to be compatible with Synology products. This term does not indicate the maximum connection speed of each drive bay.

External Ports
USB 3.0 Port: 2
Expansion Port: 1

File System
Internal Drives:
  • Btrfs
  • EXT4

External Drives:
  • Btrfs
  • EXT4
  • EXT3
  • FAT
  • NTFS
  • HFS+
  • exFAT*

Appearance
Size (Height x Width x Depth): 44 mm x 430 mm x 480 mm

Weight: 7.3 kg


Others
RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port: 4 (with Link Aggregation / Failover support) + 1 for Heartbeat
Wake on LAN/WAN: Yes

PCIe Slot for Network Card (See more) : 1 x Gen3 x8 slot (x8 link)
System Fan: 40 mm x 40 mm x 6 pcs
Fan Speed Mode:
  • Full-Speed Mode
  • Cool Mode
  • Quiet Mode

Easy Replacement System Fan: Yes

Power Recovery: Yes

Noise Level*: 48 dB(A)

Scheduled Power On/Off: Yes

Power Supply Unit / Adapter: 2 X 150W

AC Input Power Voltage: 100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency: 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption*: 60.16 W (Access)

British Thermal Unit: 205.27 BTU/hr (Access)

Redundant Power Supply (for xs+ and RP model): Yes

Environment Temperature
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C (40°F to 95°F)
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH
Certification:
  • FCC Class A
  • CE Class A
  • BSMI Class A

Warranty: 5 Years
Notes: When upgrading RAM to more than 24GB, the original 4GB RAM modules must be removed.

DSM Specifications
Storage Management
Maximum Internal Volume Number: 1024
Maximum iSCSI Target Number: 128
Maximum iSCSI LUN: 512
iSCSI LUN Clone/Snapshot, Windows ODX: Yes

RAID Group: Yes

Supported RAID Type:
  • Basic
  • JBOD
  • RAID 0
  • RAID 1
  • RAID 5
  • RAID 6
  • RAID 10

RAID Migration:
  • Basic to RAID 1
  • Basic to RAID 5
  • RAID 1 to RAID 5
  • RAID 5 to RAID 6

Volume Expansion with Larger HDDs:
  • RAID 1
  • RAID 5
  • RAID 6

Volume Expansion by Adding a HDD:
  • RAID 5
  • RAID 6
  • JBOD

Global Hot Spare Supported RAID Type:
  • RAID 1
  • RAID 5
  • RAID 6
  • RAID 10

SSD Support
SSD Read/Write Cache (White Paper) : Yes

SSD TRIM: Yes

File Sharing Capacity
Maximum User Accounts: 16000
Maximum Groups: 512
Maximum Shared Folder: 512
Maximum Shared Folder Sync Tasks: 32
Maximum Concurrent CIFS/AFP/FTP Connections: 2048
Windows Access Control List (ACL) Integration: Yes

NFS Kerberos Authentication: Yes

High Availability Manager: Yes

Log Center: Yes

Syslog Events per Second: 3000
Virtualization
VMware vSphere 5 with VAAI: Yes

VMware vSphere 6 with VAAI: Yes

Windows Server 2012: Yes

Windows Server 2012 R2: Yes

Citrix Ready: Yes
Add-on Packages (learn more about the complete add-on package list)
Antivirus by McAfee (Trial): Yes

Central Management System: Yes

Cloud Station Server: Yes

Maximum Concurrent File Transfers: 2000
Maximum Concurrent File Transfers(with RAM expansion): 10000
Docker DSM: Yes

Maximum Docker DSM Number (Licenses required): 45 (including 1 Free License) (Learn more)
Document Viewer: Yes

Download Station: Yes

Maximum Concurrent Download Tasks: 80
exFAT Access (optional): Yes

HiDrive Backup: Yes

MailPlus / MailPlus Server: Yes

Free Email Accounts: 5 (Licenses required for additional accounts)
Recommended MailPlus Client Number: Up to 500
Maximum Server Performance: 932,000 emails per day, approx. 30.1 GB
Notes:
  • The CPU and RAM usages were both under 80% when testing recommended client numbers.
  • For tested models with expandable memory, the maximum amount of RAM was installed.
  • Read-write SSD cache was enabled in 5-bay (and above) NAS models with 2 SSDs units installed.
  • The performance of the mail system will slightly decrease in high-availability mode due to data synchronization between the two servers.
  • Functions that were enabled in all of the tests above: anti-spam, anti-virus, DNSBL, greylist, content scan, full-text search (English only).

Media Server: Yes

DLNA Compliance: Yes

PetaSpace: Yes

Snapshot Replication: Yes

Maximum Snapshots per Shared Folder: 1024
Maximum Snapshots of all Shared Folder: 65536
SpreadSheet: Yes

Maximum Simultaneous Editing Users: 220
Surveillance Station: Yes

Maximum IP cam (Licenses required): 90 (including 2 Free License) (See All Supported IP Cameras)
Total FPS (H.264)*:
2700 FPS @ 720p (1280x720)
1080 FPS @ 1080p (1920×1080)
650 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536)
500 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944)

Total FPS (MJPEG)*:
900 FPS @ 720p (1280x720)
360 FPS @ 1080p (1920×1080)
250 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536)
150 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944)
Notes: Surveillance Station throughput is tested with Axis network camera, using continuous recording with live view from Surveillance Station and motion detection by camera. Live view and recording are sharing the same stream from the camera.
Video Station: Yes

Video Transcoding: Group 1 - Type 2 (See more)
Maximum Transcoding Channel Number: 1 channel, 30 FPS @ 720p (1280x720), H.264 (AVC)/MPEG-4 Part 2 (XVID, DIVX5)/MPEG-2/VC-1
Virtual DSM Manager:

VPN Server: Yes

Maximum Connections: 30
Environment & Packaging
Environment: RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content:
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Accessory Pack X 1
  • AC Power Cord X 2
  • Quick Installation Guide X 1

Optional Accessories:
  • Camera License Pack
  • 8GB (4GB X 2) ECC RAM Module Kit
  • 16GB (8GB X 2) ECC RAM Module Kit
  • Expansion Unit: RXD1215sas X 15
  • VS360HD
  • Synology RKS1314 - Rail Kit Sliding
  • Synology RKM114 - Rail Kit Mounted
  • Synology Ethernet Adapter E10G15-F1