Synology FlashStation FX2421 DAS Storage System

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Synology FlashStation FX2421 DAS Storage System

The Synology FlashStation FX2421 is a high-performance DAS expansion unit designed to scale your all-flash storage with the FlashStation line. It delivers seamless, on-the-fly capacity growth by adding 24 hot-swappable 2.5" drive bays, enabling you to expand storage space without interrupting workloads. Built for enterprise SSDs, the FX2421 combines rugged reliability with fast, scalable performance for demanding data-center environments.

  • On-the-Fly Capacity Expansion: Add 24 additional 2.5" drive bays to your FlashStation without downtime, enabling non-disruptive growth as data needs evolve.
  • Enterprise SSD Ready: Optimized for deployment with enterprise-grade SSDs to deliver high IOPS, low latency, and sustained throughput for mission-critical applications.
  • 2U Rackmount DAS Expansion: Compact 2U form factor designed to fit in standard data-center racks and simplify scaling across multiple servers.
  • Hot-Swappable Drive Bays: 24 hot-swappable bays enable quick maintenance and upgrades without powering down the system.
  • Seamless Integration and Management: Works with Synology DSM to allocate new capacity into existing pools or create new volumes, with monitoring and health analytics.

Technical Details of Synology FlashStation FX2421 DAS Storage System

  • Form Factor: 2U rackmount expansion chassis
  • Drive Bays: 24 x 2.5" bays for enterprise SSDs
  • Drive Compatibility: Supports enterprise SATA/SAS SSDs
  • Connectivity: Expansion connection to a compatible FlashStation unit via approved expansion cable
  • System Compatibility: Designed to work with Synology FlashStation servers and their storage ecosystem
  • Installation Type: Direct expansion unit intended for scalable, on-demand capacity growth

how to install Synology FlashStation FX2421

Follow these steps to add the FX2421 to your FlashStation system with minimal disruption:

  • Prepare: Ensure you have the FX2421 expansion unit, the official expansion cable, and compatible enterprise SSDs ready for installation.
  • Connect: Attach the FX2421 to your FlashStation using the approved expansion cable and secure the chassis in a standard 19" rack.
  • Power and detect: Power on the FX2421 (if required) and allow the FlashStation to detect the new bays automatically; the on-the-fly expansion feature enables non-disruptive growth.
  • Configure storage: In the Synology DSM Storage Manager, allocate the new bays to an existing storage pool or create a new pool/volume as needed, then apply any tiering, QoS, or replication settings.
  • Verify and monitor: Confirm the new capacity is visible, run health checks on the SSDs, and monitor performance to ensure the expansion meets workload requirements.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the FX2421? The FX2421 is a 2U DAS expansion unit designed to add 24 additional 2.5" drive bays to Synology FlashStation servers, enabling on-the-fly capacity growth with enterprise SSDs.
  • How many drives can I add? Up to 24 drives can be added in a single FX2421 expansion unit, expanding your total flash storage capacity significantly.
  • What types of drives does it support? It supports enterprise-grade 2.5" SATA/SAS SSDs to deliver high performance and reliability for demanding workloads.
  • Is the expansion hot-swappable? Yes. The FX2421 is designed for hot-swappable drive bays, allowing maintenance and upgrades without shutting down the system.
  • Do I need downtime to expand storage? No. The FX2421 provides on-the-fly capacity expansion, enabling storage growth while FlashStation workloads continue to run.
  • How do I manage the new capacity? Use Synology DSM Storage Manager to allocate new drives to an existing pool/volume or create a new pool/volume and configure performance, replication, and protection policies as needed.

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