Synology RackStation RS3626xs+ 12-Bay Rackmount NAS

Synology RackStation RS3626xs+

High-Performance, Scalable 2U Storage Solution for Business Continuity

The Synology RS3626xs+ is an enterprise-grade 12-bay 2U rackmount NAS solution engineered for centralized data management, secure data backup, and high-performance virtualization workloads. Capable of seamlessly scaling alongside expanding data requirements, it supports up to 36 drives, versatile high-speed networking upgrades, and intelligent automated storage tiering. Powered by the robust Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), it delivers an all-in-one platform for secure file synchronization, private cloud collaboration, and multi-site data protection.

The Synology RackStation RS3626xs+ is a cornerstone of the new 2026 lineup, serving as the direct powerhouse replacement for the older RS3621RPxs. This next-generation 2U 12-bay rackmount storage system delivers exceptional performance enhancements, trading older computing hardware for a highly optimized 6-core Intel Xeon D-1726 processor. Featuring built-in dual 10GbE networking, a dedicated out-of-band (OOB) management port, and standard redundant power supplies, the RS3626xs+ ensures robust business continuity and lightning-fast file operations for growing enterprise footprints.

Choosing a RackStation XS model like the RS3626xs+ over a standard RackStation Plus unit (such as the RS822+) offers distinct performance and resilience advantages. While the Plus series acts as an efficient, budget-friendly edge storage option powered by lower-tier processing and standard 1GbE ports, the XS lineup introduces enterprise-tier processing via Xeon CPUs, massive expansion scalability up to 36 drives, and native 10GbE throughput. Additionally, the XS series safeguards your deployment with a standard 5-year hardware warranty (compared to the 3-year term of Plus models) and ECC memory modules to automatically correct potential data corruption.

Key Features:

• Dependable Enterprise Performance: Driven by an Intel Xeon D-1726 6-core processor, achieving over 115,000 4K random write IOPS and exceptional sequential speeds up to 6,300/3,700 MB/s read/write throughput.

• Built-in High-Speed Connectivity: Equipped with dual native 10GbE RJ-45 ports supporting Link Aggregation for automated network failover, network redundancy, and high-efficiency load balancing.

• Massive Scale-Out Capacity: Effortlessly accommodates future expansion by expanding from 12 base drive bays up to 36 bays (up to 864 TB of raw storage) utilizing two RX1225RP expansion units via dual Mini-SAS HD expansion ports.

• Out-of-Band (OOB) Management: Simplifies system administration and troubleshooting by allowing remote power management and access to critical logs through a dedicated interface, even when the device is powered down.

• Advanced Storage Optimization: Features Synology Tiering to automatically move cold, infrequently accessed data to cost-efficient tiers, balancing performance and capacity to optimize storage ROI.

Why Choose the RS3626xs+:

• Flexible Networking and SSD Cache: Expand your I/O performance via two PCIe 4.0 expansion slots with optional 10GbE/25GbE SFP+/SFP28, additional RJ-45, or Fibre Channel adapters. Enhance HDD arrays with low-latency SATA SSD read/write caching or M.2 NVMe acceleration via an add-in card without sacrificing primary drive bays.

• Secure Private Cloud & Collaboration: Empower cross-platform, multi-site workflows using the Synology Office Suite to securely create, edit, and share documents in real time. Host an on-premises mail server to maintain full data ownership, utilize secure chat channels, and work smarter with integrated AI assistance from leading providers via API keys.

• Seamless Multi-Site Synchronization: Streamline global team collaboration with high-speed hybrid cloud synchronization via Synology Hybrid Share, local file caching, and comprehensive NAS-to-NAS or public cloud provider syncing including Amazon S3, Backblaze B2, Dropbox, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and OpenStack Swift.

• Comprehensive Multi-Platform Backup: Protect infrastructure completely using the Active Backup Suite for Windows/Mac/Linux endpoints, VMware and Hyper-V virtual machines, physical servers, and Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace cloud data with built-in deduplication.

• Advanced System Resilience & Data Protection: Safeguard your operation from malicious threats with full-volume encryption and tamper-proof immutable snapshots. Eliminate single-point failures with redundant power supplies, hot-swappable components, and automated minute-level failover within a Synology High Availability cluster.

• Virtualization and Certified Storage: Deploy into infrastructure with confidence with full certifications for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, XenServer, and native OpenStack Cinder block-based storage, optimized by built-in Windows ODX and VMware VAAI offloading.

• Enterprise-Tier Video Surveillance: Transform the RS3626xs+ into an advanced Network Video Recorder (NVR) utilizing Synology Surveillance Station, supporting over 17,000 IP camera models with live monitoring, investigation tools, and open API integration.

Technical Specifications:

• CPU: Intel Xeon D-1726 6-core (12-thread), 2.9 GHz base / 3.5 GHz turbo.

• Memory: 8 GB DDR4 ECC UDIMM (expandable up to 48 GB).

• Drive Bays: 12 internal bays (expandable up to 36 bays with 2 x RX1225RP).

• Compatible Drive Types: 3.5″ SATA HDD, 2.5″ SATA SSD (M.2 NVMe SSD supported via optional add-in card).

• External Ports: 2 x 10GbE RJ-45 LAN, 1 x Out-of-Band Management LAN, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2 x Expansion Ports (Mini-SAS HD).

• PCIe Expansion: 2 x Gen4 x8 slots (x8 link).

• Form Factor: 2U Rackmount.

Enhanced Support with SirapCare Extend the protection for your investment with SirapCare. This optional service enhances the standard 5-year warranty for your NAS and installed enterprise-grade hard drives, offering customizable Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for mission-critical response times. Beyond standard hardware replacement, SirapCare provides comprehensive coverage including priority on-site support, scheduled preventive maintenance checks to identify potential hardware failures before they occur, and 24/7 dedicated online assistance. This ensures maximum uptime, optimized system performance, and total peace of mind for your business infrastructure.

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