Synology M2D18 Dual M.2 SSD PCIe Expansion Card

Dual M.2 SSD PCIe Expansion Card

Maximize Your NAS Performance

The Synology M2D18 is an expansion card that enhances the storage performance of compatible Synology NAS systems. Designed to facilitate dual M.2 SSDs, this card is ideal for applications requiring high I/O throughput such as virtualization, intensive file search, and photo indexing.

Key Features and Benefits

• Dual M.2 SSD Support: Compatible with both SATA and NVMe SSDs, providing flexibility and elevated cache performance to reduce random I/O latency.

• Versatile Compatibility: Supports 2280, 2260, and 2242 SSD form factors, allowing for a wide range of SSD brands and models, ensuring users are not limited by vendor-specific constraints.

• Enhanced Thermal Management: Includes an attachable heatsink that aids in dissipating heat efficiently, maintaining stability and peak performance of M.2 SSDs under load.

Optimized System Performance

• Increased Data Throughput: By enabling SSD read/write caching, the M2D18 card allows NAS devices to handle more data operations at faster speeds, enhancing overall system responsiveness.

• Free Up Storage Bays: With dedicated slots for M.2 SSDs, primary drive bays in the NAS can remain dedicated to data storage, maximizing available space.

Technical Specifications

• Host Bus Interface: Utilizes a PCIe 2.0 x8 interface, offering sufficient bandwidth for high-speed data transfers.

• Physical Dimensions: Measuring 70 mm x 180 mm x 18 mm, it fits in low profile and full-height slots, providing adaptability for various NAS setups.

Reliability and Endurance

• Warranty and Support: Comes with a 3-year warranty, reflecting Synology’s commitment to quality and long-term reliability.

• High Endurance SSD Recommendation: Users are advised to select high-endurance SSDs for mission-critical and I/O-intensive environments to ensure longevity and prevent data loss.

Compatibility

• Broad NAS Model Support: The M2D18 is compatible with various Synology FS, RS, DS series models, making it a versatile option for upgrading numerous Synology systems.

Deployment Scenarios

• Virtualization Environments: Enhance the performance of virtual machines by reducing storage access times.

• Active Workloads: Ideal for environments with active database usage or high user concurrency, improving access times and system responsiveness.

The Synology M2D18 Dual M.2 SSD PCIe Expansion Card is engineered to transform the data handling capabilities of your NAS, making it an indispensable upgrade for users seeking to optimize their network storage for speed and efficiency. Whether it's accelerating data-heavy applications or expanding the caching capabilities of a NAS system, the M2D18 provides a powerful, scalable solution.