{"product_id":"synology-rx418-4-bay-rackmount-expansion-unit","title":"Synology RX418 4-Bay Rackmount Expansion Unit","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSynology RX418\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 4-bay rackmount expansion unit designed to add storage capacity to compatible Synology RackStation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith \u003cb\u003e4 drive bays\u003c\/b\u003e, support for \u003cb\u003e3.5\" SATA HDDs\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e2.5\" SATA HDDs\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003e2.5\" SATA SSDs\u003c\/b\u003e, hot-swappable drive support, RAID management through Synology DSM, and eSATA expansion connectivity, the RX418 is built for compatible Synology environments that require additional rackmount storage capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eSynology RX418\u003c\/b\u003e is designed for customers who need to expand the storage capacity of compatible Synology RackStation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt provides \u003cb\u003e4 additional drive bays\u003c\/b\u003e and supports compatible 3.5\" SATA HDDs, 2.5\" SATA HDDs, and 2.5\" SATA SSDs. Storage is managed through Synology DSM, allowing the RX418 to integrate with supported RackStation systems for expansion and backup workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe RX418 can support volume creation across different units on selected compatible models. Synology recommends creating storage volumes physically located within the same NAS or expansion unit for better performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e4-bay Synology rackmount expansion unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDesigned for compatible Synology RackStation systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports 3.5\" SATA HDDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports 2.5\" SATA HDDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports 2.5\" SATA SSDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eHot-swappable drive support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRAID management through Synology DSM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e1 x eSATA port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSynchronized power recovery with compatible Synology RackStation systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e100W power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports 4-post 19\" rack installation with optional Synology rail kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports 2-post 19\" rack direct mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCompact 1U rackmount design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBacked by a 3-year hardware warranty, extendable to 5 years where eligible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Use Cases\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSynology RackStation storage expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRackmount NAS capacity expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBusiness file storage expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBackup storage workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eArchive storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eMedia and project storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSurveillance storage expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAdditional storage for compatible Synology deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRack-based storage environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDSM-managed expansion storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBrand: Synology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eModel: RX418\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eProduct Type: 4-Bay Rackmount Expansion Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDrive Bays: 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCompatible Drive Type: 3.5\" SATA HDD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCompatible Drive Type: 2.5\" SATA HDD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCompatible Drive Type: 2.5\" SATA SSD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eHot Swappable Drive: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRAID Management: Through Synology DSM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eExternal Port: 1 x eSATA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSize: 44mm x 430.5mm x 290mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSize with Server Ears: 44mm x 480mm x 325mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWeight: 4.28kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRack Installation Support: 4-post 19\" rack with Synology Rail Kit RKM114 \/ RKS-02\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRack Installation Support: 2-post 19\" rack direct mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePower Recovery: Synchronized with the Synology RackStation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePower Supply Unit \/ Adapter: 100W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAC Input Power Voltage: 100V to 240V AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePower Frequency: 50\/60Hz, Single Phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePower Consumption: 23.26W during access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePower Consumption: 6.39W during HDD hibernation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBritish Thermal Unit: 79.42 BTU\/hr during access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBritish Thermal Unit: 21.82 BTU\/hr during HDD hibernation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSystem Fan: 40mm x 40mm x 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eNoise Level: 25.1 dB(A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eOperating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eStorage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eOperating Humidity: 8% to 80% RH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eStorage Humidity: 5% to 95% RH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCertification: FCC, CE, BSMI, EAC, VCCI, RCM, KC, BIS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eEnvironment: RoHS Compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWarranty: 3-Year Hardware Warranty, extendable to 5 years with EW201 or Extended Warranty Plus where eligible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerformance and Reliability Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAdds 4 additional drive bays to compatible Synology RackStation systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports DSM-managed RAID configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eHot-swappable drive support for easier drive maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eeSATA expansion connection for compatible RackStation systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSynchronized power recovery with the connected Synology RackStation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports 3.5\" SATA HDDs, 2.5\" SATA HDDs, and 2.5\" SATA SSDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSuitable for storage expansion, backup, archive, surveillance, and business file storage workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCompact 1U rackmount form factor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports optional 4-post rack installation with compatible Synology rail kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports direct 2-post rack mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e3-year hardware warranty, with extension options where eligible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatibility Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlease check that your Synology RackStation is compatible with the Synology RX418 before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe uploaded Synology spec sheet lists selected compatible models across the \u003cb\u003e22 Series\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e21 Series\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e20 Series\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e19 Series\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e18 Series\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e16 Series\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003e15 Series\u003c\/b\u003e for creating volumes across different units. It also lists \u003cb\u003eRS217\u003c\/b\u003e for creating volumes on a single unit only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSynology notes a \u003cb\u003eDSM version requirement of DSM 6.1.4-15217-3 or later\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor better performance, Synology recommends creating storage volumes physically located within the same NAS or expansion unit, rather than creating volumes across the NAS and expansion unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis product is an expansion unit only. Storage drives, rack rail kits, and optional accessories are not included unless specifically stated by the seller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore ordering, please confirm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eYour Synology RackStation supports the RX418\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eYour DSM version meets the required compatibility level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eYour selected drives are compatible with your Synology RackStation and RX418 setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eYour intended RAID, storage pool, and volume expansion requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWhether your selected model supports volumes across different units or single-unit volume creation only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eYour rack installation requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWhether optional rail kits are required for your rack setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSynology RX418 main unit x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eUser’s guide x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAccessory pack x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAC power cord x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eExpansion cable: eSATA x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Synology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42748334407742,"sku":"Synology RX418","price":11999.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/7119\/8782\/files\/RX418_back_6.png?v=1777978494","url":"https:\/\/nexhive.net\/products\/synology-rx418-4-bay-rackmount-expansion-unit","provider":"Nexhive South Africa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}