Synology DS1621+ 6 Bay NAS

2.2GHz AMD Ryzen V1500B, 4GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM RAM (2 slots, Upgradeable to 32GB, 2x 16GB Max), 6 x 3.5" or 2.5" Drive Bays, 3 x USB 3.0, 2 x eSATA Port, 4 x Gigabit LAN, 1 x 4-lane PCIe x8 slot for optional 10GbE or M.2 SSD adapter card, Max IP Cams - 40 (2 Free Licences). Compatible RAM Models: D4ECSO-2666-16G (DDR4 ECC SODIMM) - 16GB D4ES01-8G (DDR4 ECC SODIMM) - 8GB D4ES01-4G (DDR4 ECC SODIMM) - 4GB Expansion Unit Available - DX517 (5 Additional Bays)

Specifications

Synology DS1621+ 6-Bay NAS

1. Description

The Synology DS1621+ 6-Bay NAS is a high-performance, business-grade network-attached storage solution designed to meet the growing data needs of small to medium-sized businesses, professionals, and advanced home users in New Zealand.

With six drive bays, powerful AMD Ryzen™ V1500B quad-core 2.2 GHz processor, and 4 GB DDR4 ECC memory (expandable to 32 GB), the DS1621+ delivers superior reliability, speed, and scalability for data backup, collaboration, media storage, and virtualisation workloads.

Built on the industry-leading Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system, the DS1621+ transforms storage hardware into an integrated, secure, and feature-rich data management platform. It enables NZ businesses to streamline team collaboration, safeguard sensitive data, and support hybrid-cloud deployments without compromising on performance.

With its six hot-swappable drive bays supporting up to 108 TB of raw storage (18 TB per bay) and dual M.2 NVMe SSD slots for caching, this NAS combines large capacity with excellent responsiveness, ensuring smooth operations even for intensive workloads such as video production, large-scale backups, and multi-user file sharing.

Designed for longevity and operational efficiency, the DS1621+ offers energy-saving features, robust security controls, and versatile expansion options, making it a smart long-term investment for NZ businesses and tech-savvy users alike.

2. Key Points

a) Enterprise-Grade Performance

• Powered by AMD Ryzen™ V1500B quad-core processor with AES-NI hardware encryption for secure and efficient data processing.
  
• Equipped with 4 GB DDR4 ECC RAM, expandable up to 32 GB for heavy multi-tasking workloads.
  
• Delivers sequential read/write speeds exceeding 2,300 MB/s and 1,450 MB/s (with NVMe cache and 10GbE network) for demanding applications.
  

b) Six-Bay High-Capacity Storage

• Accommodates six 3.5″ or 2.5″ SATA HDDs/SSDs, supporting up to 108 TB raw capacity.
  
• Optional expansion units such as DX517 increase total storage to 16 drives, offering cost-effective scalability.
  
• Flexible RAID options (RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD) for optimising performance, redundancy, or capacity.
  

c) Synology DSM Operating System

• Intuitive web-based interface simplifies NAS management, data backups, hybrid-cloud configuration, and app installations.
  
• Includes productivity tools such as Synology Drive, Active Backup for Business, and Synology Office for seamless collaboration.
  
• Offers security-focused features like Secure Sign-In, Firewall, and multi-factor authentication.
  

d) NVMe SSD Cache Acceleration

• Integrated dual M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots boost random I/O performance without using drive bays.
  
• Ideal for database hosting, virtual machines, and high-traffic file-sharing workloads.
  
• Extends drive lifespan by reducing HDD stress during peak data access.
  

e) Reliable Data Protection and Business Continuity

• Supports Btrfs file system with advanced snapshot technology, preventing data loss from ransomware or accidental deletions.
  
• Compatible with Hyper Backup, Active Backup Suite, and Snapshot Replication for robust disaster-recovery strategies.
  
• Offers AES-256 encryption, granular permission controls, and secure file sharing for compliance and peace of mind.
  

f) Future-Proof Networking and Expansion

• Features 4× 1 GbE LAN ports with link aggregation for high-availability networking.
  
• Expandable with PCIe Gen3 slot for 10GbE/25GbE NICs or M.2 NVMe adapter cards.
  
• Supports hybrid-cloud deployments with Synology’s C2 Backup and public-cloud integrations (Google Drive™, AWS S3™, Azure).
  

3. Benefits

Centralised and Secure Data Hub for NZ Businesses

The DS1621+ empowers organisations in New Zealand to consolidate all data—documents, databases, multimedia, and backups—into a single, secure platform, simplifying IT management and improving data accessibility.

Enhanced Productivity and Team Collaboration

With Synology Drive and Office Suite, teams can collaborate on documents in real-time, share files securely, and streamline workflows across different locations. This is particularly valuable for remote and hybrid workplaces common in NZ.

Scalable and Cost-Effective Long-Term Investment

Its modular storage expansion and support for NVMe caching enable businesses to scale performance and capacity as their needs grow, avoiding costly hardware replacements.

Enterprise-Grade Security at an SMB-Friendly Price

The DS1621+ offers data protection features usually reserved for enterprise systems, such as Btrfs snapshots, encryption, and multi-site backup replication, making it accessible for NZ SMEs.

Reliable Backup and Business Continuity

With Hyper Backup, Snapshot Replication, and cloud-tiering options, NZ businesses can maintain off-site copies and near-instant recovery, ensuring business continuity even in the event of hardware failures or cyber incidents.

Optimised for High-Performance Workloads

The combination of powerful CPU, NVMe cache, and future-ready networking ensures that resource-intensive applications—like media editing, virtualisation, and large-scale backups—run efficiently, even with multiple users accessing the system simultaneously.

4. Why You Should Choose This

Tailored for NZ’s Growing SMB and Creative Sectors

The DS1621+ is perfect for architectural firms, design studios, video production houses, accountants, educators, and online retailers in NZ who require secure, high-capacity storage and seamless data sharing.

Trusted Synology Quality and Local Support

As one of the world’s leading NAS brands, Synology offers proven reliability, robust software support, and strong local distribution networks in NZ, ensuring peace of mind for businesses.

Balanced Performance, Scalability, and Security

Unlike entry-level models that may struggle under heavy workloads or enterprise systems that can be overly expensive, the DS1621+ strikes an ideal balance for medium-sized organisations and advanced home users.

Future-Ready and Sustainable

With PCIe-based upgrades, hybrid-cloud compatibility, and energy-efficient design, the DS1621+ is built to meet the evolving needs of NZ’s data-driven economy, offering both environmental and financial sustainability.