Synology DX517 Hard Drive Enclosure

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Identifiers
Model Synology DX517
MPN Synology DX517
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
Bays
The total number of drive bays available in a storage enclosure or similar device, indicating how many individual drives can be installed.
5 Bay
Cables included
A list of the cable types that are supplied with the product, such as USB, HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, LAN (RJ‑45), SATA, audio or other relevant connectors.
1 x eSATA cable
Compliant Standards FCC Class B certified, RoHS, BSMI Class B
Cooling
The type of cooling mechanism used by a product, such as active fan‑based cooling, passive heat sinks, liquid cooling, or no active cooling. It indicates whether the device relies on airflow, conduction, or other methods to dissipate heat and helps users assess thermal performance and noise levels.
Fan
Depth
The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
23.3 cm
Device class
A free‑text label that identifies the general category or type of a device, such as "NAS", "Server", "Router", "Storage Enclosure" or any other descriptive class used by manufacturers to classify their products. The value is intended to help users quickly understand the primary function or form factor of the item.
Small & Medium Business
Device type
The general classification of a product, such as tablet, smartphone, router, or computer. It indicates the primary function or form factor that helps buyers quickly identify and compare similar items.
Storage enclosure
Dimensions
The pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates how many pixels are used to render the visual content and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.
248 x 157 x 233 (WxHxD mm)
DOM Module
Indicates whether the product includes a Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) module that provides optical power, temperature, and other diagnostics for fiber‑optic connections.
No
Drive Form Factor Support
A specification of the physical drive sizes and configurations that a storage device can accommodate. Each value lists one or more drive dimensions (e.g., "12 x 2.5"/3.5") indicating the number of bays and the supported platter or SSD form factor. This attribute helps users determine whether their existing drives fit the enclosure or server.
5 x 2.5"/3.5"
Drive Interface Support
A list of the physical or logical interfaces that a storage device uses to connect with other components, such as SATA, SAS, M.2 PCIe, U.2, NVMe, eSATA, USB, or Ethernet. The values are typically separated by commas and may include both technical names and consumer‑friendly labels.
1 x eSATA 5 x SATA III - 6Gb/s
Expansion bays
Cantidad total de ranuras disponibles en el producto para la instalación de módulos o dispositivos adicionales, como tarjetas de expansión, controladores u otros componentes que se insertan físicamente en el equipo.
5 (total) / 5 (free) x hot-swap - 2.5" / 3.5" shared
Harmonized System HS code
The Harmonized System (HS) code is a standardized numerical identifier used internationally to classify traded goods. It consists of up to six digits, where each pair of digits represents progressively more specific product categories. The HS code facilitates customs duties, trade statistics, and regulatory compliance by providing a common language for describing products across borders.
84717020
Height
The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
15.7 cm
Hot-swap drive bays
Indicates whether the product’s drive bays support hot‑swap, meaning drives can be inserted or removed while the device is powered on without shutting down or rebooting.
Yes
Humidity range operating
The range of relative humidity (expressed as a percentage) within which the product is designed to operate reliably. Values are given as a minimum–maximum interval such as "10 to 80%" and indicate the acceptable environmental moisture level for optimal performance.
5 - 95%
Internal Flash Memory
Indicates whether the product contains an internal flash memory component that can be used for storage or firmware. A value of "Yes" means a built‑in flash module is present; "No" indicates it is absent.
No
LAN Type
The type of network connection supported by the product, such as Ethernet speeds (e.g., 10/100/1000 Mbps) or combined interfaces like 1GbE + 10GbE. It indicates which networking standards are available for data transfer.
N/A
Maximum supported storage capacity
The largest amount of digital storage that a product can accommodate, expressed as a numeric value with an appropriate unit such as GB, MB, or TB. This attribute indicates the upper limit of data capacity for the device and helps users compare how much information it can hold.
70 TB
Power consumption operational 29.9 Watt
Power Device
The main type of electrical supply that powers the device, such as mains electricity, batteries, USB power, or a combination of these options.
Internal power supply
Power Provided
The electrical power that a device can deliver to connected equipment, expressed in watts (W). It indicates the maximum output capacity of the device’s power supply or internal source, helping users understand how much power can be supplied to peripherals or other components.
200 Watt
Sound Emission
The sound level produced by a product while it is in normal operation, expressed as a numeric value with the unit decibels (dB). This attribute allows users to compare how loud different devices are during use and assess their suitability for quiet environments.
30 dBA
Storage drive sizes supported
A list of the physical sizes and types of storage drives that a product can accommodate, such as 2.5‑inch, 3.5‑inch, or M.2. The values are typically separated by commas and may include additional descriptors like "M.2" to indicate an internal solid‑state drive interface.
3.5"
Supported storage drive interfaces
List of physical or logical interfaces that allow an internal storage drive to communicate with the system, such as SATA, M.2 PCIe, U.2, SAS, NVMe, or other standard connections.
Serial ATA, Serial ATA II, Serial ATA III
Sustainability certificates
A list of environmental, safety or quality certifications that a product has obtained from recognized authorities. Typical entries include RoHS, ENERGY STAR, CE, WEEE, TCO Certified, FCC, and other industry‑specific standards.
RoHS
TAA Compliant
Indicates whether the product meets the requirements of the Telecommunications Act of America (TAA), ensuring compliance with U.S. telecommunications regulations.
Yes
Type
The general category or style of the product, such as laptop, printer cartridge, or cooling fan. It helps buyers quickly identify the nature of the item and compare similar products.
No HDD - hot-swap
Voltage required AC 120/230 V - 50 - 60 Hz
Weight
The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
3.91l kg
Width
The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
24.8 cm
Synology

Synology is a Taiwanese company that makes network-attached storage (NAS) devices. These devices allow users to store data on a central server that can be accessed by multiple devices on a network. Synology's NAS devices are popular with home users and small businesses because they are easy to use and offer a wide range of features.