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Synology

Synology DX517 5-Bay Expansion Unit for DiskStation

SKU: DX517 Brand: Synology
S$655.78 Regular price S$703.80 Save 6%
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Synology DX517 5-Bay Expansion Unit for DiskStation - 3 Years Warranty

Five more bays

Adds five 3.5"/2.5" SATA bays to a compatible DiskStation, or serves as a local backup target.

Online volume expansion

Managed from DSM on the host; volumes grow without interrupting services.

Hot-swappable trays

Screwless trays let you install and replace drives without powering down.

Synology Expansion Unit DX517 Datasheet — Technical Specifications

Storage

Product Name Synology Expansion Unit DX517
Model DX517
UPC 846504002672
Drive Bays 5
Drive Types 3.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD
Host Connection 1 x eSATA (cable included)

Power

Power Supply 200 W, 100–240 V AC
Power Consumption 29.9 W (access), 2.4 W (HDD hibernation)

Physical & Environment

Dimensions (H x W x D) 157 x 248 x 233 mm
Weight 3.91 kg
Fans 2 x 80 mm
Noise Level 21.5 dB(A)
Operating Temperature 5–40 °C

Warranty

Warranty 3 years (Synology), extendable to 5 years
Compatibility & Applications

Compatibility

Volumes across units: DS1823xs+, DS923+, DS723+, DS1522+, DS1821+, DS1621xs+, DS1621+, DS1520+, DS920+, DS720+, DS1819+, DS1019+, DS918+, DS718+ and other eSATA-equipped Plus models listed by Synology.

Typical Use

Adds five bays to an eSATA-equipped DiskStation.

Package Contents & Synology Ordering Information

In the Box

1 x DX517 expansion unit, expansion cable, power cord(s), accessory kit and quick installation guide. Drives not included.

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Official Synology Videos

Enhance Your Synology NAS (hardware upgrades) — Synology SPOT (official Synology channel)

Datasheet & Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions — Synology Expansion Unit DX517

What does it connect with?

eSATA; the expansion cable is included.

Which drives fit?

3.5" SATA HDDs and 2.5" SATA HDDs/SSDs (sold separately).

What is the warranty?

3 years Synology warranty, extendable to 5 years.

Do I get a GST invoice?

Yes. Supplied by SourceIT in Singapore with a GST invoice.