Synology RackStation RX426 4-Bay Expansion Unit, SATA, Rack-Mountable

Expand your Synology RackStation with four additional SATA drive bays, supporting both 3.5" and 2.5" drives for flexible storage growth. The RX426 connects seamlessly via an eSATA port, delivering high-speed data transfer to keep your workflows uninterrupted.

Overview

The Synology RackStation RX426 is a dedicated expansion unit engineered to increase the storage capacity of compatible Synology RackStation models. With four hot-swappable SATA drive bays, it allows you to add drives without powering down, ensuring continuous operation. The unit supports a total of four additional drives, enabling significant capacity expansion for growing data needs.

What stands out

• Four SATA drive bays for 3.5" or 2.5" drives
• Hot-swappable design for easy drive replacement
• eSATA interface for fast, reliable connection
• Rack-mountable form factor with included mounting kit
• Quiet operation with efficient cooling

Technical details

• Drive bays: 4 (SATA III 6 Gb/s)
• Compatible drive types: 3.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA SSD
• Host interface: eSATA
• Hot-swap support: Yes
• RAID support: Managed by host device
• Cooling: 2 x 60mm fans
• Power supply: Internal, 100W
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 44 mm x 430 mm x 290 mm
• Weight: 4.5 kg
• Operating temperature: 5°C to 35°C
• Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C
• Relative humidity: 5% to 95% RH
• Certification: FCC, CE, BSMI, VCCI, RCM, UKCA, EAC, CCC, KC

Our verdict

The Synology RX426 is a straightforward and reliable way to expand your RackStation's storage capacity. Its hot-swappable bays and eSATA connectivity make it a practical choice for businesses needing flexible, high-capacity storage without complexity.