5-bay flexible desktop NAS
Synology DS1522+ 5-bay Flexible Desktop NAS
A five-bay NAS with AMD Ryzen processing, 8 GB ECC memory, dual M.2 NVMe slots and expansion to 15 drives.
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen R1600
- Memory
- 8 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM
- Drive bays
- 5; up to 15 (DX517 × 2)
- Networking
- 4 × 1GbE
Flexible data management for homes and small businesses
The Synology DS1522+ combines five hot-swappable bays, four 1GbE ports and 8 GB ECC memory in a compact design. Two DX517 expansion units can extend the system to fifteen drives, while the dedicated network-upgrade slot and M.2 NVMe slots provide supported options for future growth.
Five-bay foundation
Create a flexible central store for business files, backups and shared media.
Expansion to 15 drives
Connect two DX517 units when your storage plan outgrows the internal bays.
8 GB ECC memory
The supplied memory supports a verified upgrade path to 32 GB.
Four 1GbE ports
Multiple onboard network interfaces support flexible deployment from day one.
Network upgrade slot
The dedicated Gen3 x2 slot supports the compatible networking option specified by Synology.
Dual M.2 NVMe slots
Use compatible M.2 2280 NVMe SSDs for supported cache or storage workflows.
Who is the Synology DS1522+ best for?
A strong choice for
- Home offices and small businesses
- Centralised files and backups
- Photo and media libraries
- Teams planning staged capacity growth
- Buyers wanting an optional 10GbE path
Consider another model if you need
- You need built-in 10GbE
- You require more than 15 drives
- You need a full-width PCIe expansion slot
- You prefer a current-generation model for a new deployment
Key specifications
- Model
- DS1522+
- Product type
- 5-bay flexible desktop NAS
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen R1600
- CPU cores
- 2
- CPU frequency
- 2.6 (base) / 3.1 (turbo) GHz
- System memory
- 8 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM
- Maximum memory
- 32 GB (16 GB × 2)
- Drive bays
- 5; up to 15 (DX517 × 2)
- Drive categories
- | 3.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA SSD; M.2 2280 NVMe SSD
- Built-in network
- 4 × 1GbE
- USB ports
- 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1
- M.2 slots
- 2 (NVMe)
- PCIe expansion
- 1 × Gen3 ×2 network upgrade slot
- Dimensions
- Not specified
- Weight
- 2.7 kg
- Warranty
- 3-year hardware warranty, extendable to 5 years with extended warranty plus
Full technical specifications
Processor, memory and storage
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen R1600 |
|---|---|
| CPU Quantity | 1 |
| CPU Core | 2 |
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit |
| CPU Frequency | 2.6 (base) / 3.1 (turbo) GHz |
| Hardware Encryption Engine | Supported |
| System Memory | 8 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM |
| Memory Module Pre-installed | 8 GB (8 GB × 1) |
| Total Memory Slots | 2 |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 32 GB (16 GB × 2) |
| Memory notes | | Synology reserves the right to replace memory modules with the same or higher frequency based on supplier's product life cycle status. Rest assured that the compatibility and stability have been strictly verified with the same benchmark to ensure identical performance.; Please select Synology memory modules for optimum compatibility and reliability. Synology will not provide complete product warranty or technical support if non-Synology memory modules are used for memory expansion. | |
| Drive Bays | 5 |
| Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit | 15 (DX517 × 2) |
| M.2 Drive Slots | 2 (NVMe) |
| Drive Type | | 3.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA SSD; M.2 2280 NVMe SSD |
| Hot Swappable Drive* | Supported |
| Storage notes | The hot swappable drive feature is not supported by M.2 SSD slots. |
Network, ports and expansion
| RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port | 4 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port* | 2 |
| Expansion Port | 2 |
| Expansion Port Type | eSATA |
| External Ports notes | | This device's 1GbE LAN ports have a maximum transmission unit (MTU) size of 1,500 bytes.; The USB 3.0 standard was renamed to USB 3.2 Gen 1 by the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) in 2019. |
| PCIe Expansion | 1 × Gen3 ×2 network upgrade slot |
Physical design and power
| Size (Height × Width × Depth) | 166 mm × 230 mm × 223 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2.7 kg |
| System Fan | 92 mm × 92 mm × 2 pcs |
| Fan Speed Mode | | Full-Speed Mode; Cool Mode; Quiet Mode |
| Brightness Adjustable Front LED Indicators | Supported |
| Power Recovery | Supported |
| Noise Level* | 22.90 dB(A) |
| Scheduled Power On / Off | Supported |
| Wake on LAN / WAN | Supported |
| Power Supply Unit / Adapter | 120 watts |
| AC Input Power Voltage | 100V to 240V AC |
| Power Frequency | 50/60 Hz, Single Phase |
| Power Consumption | 52.06 watts (Access); 16.71 watts (HDD Hibernation) |
| British Thermal Unit | 177.64 BTU/hr (Access); 57.02 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation) |
| Others notes | |; | Noise testing was conducted with the Synology system fully installed with Synology SATA HDDs and in an idle state. Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones are placed at a 1 m distance from the front and rear of the device. Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75°C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8% |
Environment, warranty and package
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% RH |
| Certification | | FCC; CE; BSMI; VCCI; RCM; UKCA; EAC; CCC; KC; BIS |
| Warranty | 3-year hardware warranty, extendable to 5 years with extended warranty plus |
| Warranty notes | | The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. | |
| Environment | RoHS Compliant |
| Packaging Content | | Main Unit X 1; Accessory Pack X 1; AC Power Adapter X 1; AC Power Cord X 1; RJ-45 LAN Cable X 2; Quick Installation Guide X 1 |
Frequently asked questions about the Synology DS1522+
What is the Synology DS1522+?
The Synology DS1522+ is a 5-bay flexible desktop NAS for home offices and small businesses, centralised files and backups, photo and media libraries.
Which processor is in the Synology DS1522+?
It uses the AMD Ryzen R1600 with 2 cores at 2.6 (base) / 3.1 (turbo) GHz.
How much memory does the Synology DS1522+ include?
It includes 8 GB DDR4 ECC SODIMM and the supplied maximum memory capacity is 32 GB (16 GB × 2).
How many drive bays does the Synology DS1522+ have?
It has 5 internal drive bays and supports the supplied maximum of 15 (DX517 × 2).
Which drive types does the Synology DS1522+ support?
| 3.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA SSD; M.2 2280 NVMe SSD. Confirm exact drive models on Synology’s compatibility list.
What networking is built into the Synology DS1522+?
The verified built-in network interfaces are 4 × 1GbE.
Can the Synology DS1522+ expand beyond its internal bays?
Yes. The verified maximum is 15 (DX517 × 2). Expansion units are sold separately.
Does the Synology DS1522+ include storage drives?
No. This listing identifies the Synology DS1522+ as diskless, so compatible drives are selected separately.
What are the Synology DS1522+ dimensions?
It measures Not specified and weighs 2.7 kg.
What warranty applies to the Synology DS1522+?
Synology specifies 3-year hardware warranty, extendable to 5 years with extended warranty plus. Warranty-extension availability depends on region.
- DS1522+ is listed as diskless; compatible storage drives are selected separately.
- Confirm exact drives, memory and accessories on Synology’s compatibility list for DS1522+.
- Expansion units required to reach 15 (DX517 × 2) are sold separately.
- M.2 SSD bays are not hot-swappable; confirm the supported SSD role and exact models before purchase.
- Actual usable capacity and performance depend on installed drives, storage configuration, workloads and network environment.
