Synology 12bay Dual Controller SAS NAS SA3200D (Diskless)

The Synology SA3200D is a high-capacity, dual-controller NAS appliance designed for businesses requiring scalable and reliable storage solutions. This 12-bay system, which operates in a diskless configuration, offers the flexibility to expand storage capacity using RXD1219sas expansion units, supporting up to 36 drives in total. With this expansion capability, the system can scale to a maximum capacity of 576 terabytes, making it ideal for growing enterprises that need long-term data retention and adaptability in their storage infrastructure.

A key feature of the SA3200D is its dual controller design, which ensures high availability and business continuity. In the event of a failure on one controller, the system automatically switches operations to the second controller with minimal disruption. This failover mechanism helps maintain uninterrupted access to critical applications and services while reducing potential downtime caused by hardware or software failures.

The SA3200D delivers high performance through its Intel Xeon D-1521 quad-core processor and 8 GB DDR4 ECC UDIMM memory. This combination enables fast data processing and reliable operation under heavy workloads. The system also allows for memory expansion up to 64 GB per controller, ensuring sufficient resources are available for complex tasks and multiple concurrent users.

In terms of connectivity, the NAS includes both 10GbE and 1GbE LAN ports with support for link aggregation and failover configurations. These features enhance network performance and reliability by providing redundancy and increased bandwidth capabilities. Additionally, a PCIe Gen3 x8 slot is available for adding specialized network or storage acceleration cards further optimizing system performance based on specific application needs.

For advanced data protection, the SA3200D supports a variety of RAID configurations including RAID F1, 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10. These options provide flexibility in balancing performance with fault tolerance depending on the workload requirements. The inclusion of Btrfs file system adds an additional layer of data integrity by preventing corruption through features such as checksums and snapshot management. This simplifies data management while ensuring robust protection against accidental or malicious data loss.

The hardware redundancy mechanism within the SA3200D extends beyond just controllers; it also incorporates redundant power supplies and fans to prevent single points of failure. This comprehensive approach ensures that even in the event of an unexpected incident or disaster affecting critical systems, essential operations remain intact without severe impact.

Operated through Synology’s intuitive DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system, the SA3200D provides comprehensive protection for network file services and applications. DSM offers an extensive range of tools for managing storage resources efficiently while maintaining high levels of security across all operations.

The Synology SA3200D is an ideal solution for organizations seeking scalable storage with high availability and advanced data protection features. Its dual-controller architecture ensures continuous operation even during failures while its expandable design allows businesses to grow their storage infrastructure seamlessly over time. With powerful processing capabilities, versatile connectivity options, and advanced file management systems in place, this NAS appliance supports critical business functions with reliability and efficiency at every level.