{"product_id":"synology-cable-infiniband","title":"Synology InfiniBand Expansion Cable","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-synology-cable-infiniband-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-synology-cable-infiniband-copy { font-family: inherit; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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It supports the intended external storage connection for compatible equipment, helping replace a missing or damaged cable with the correct component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable InfiniBand SATAx4. Verify both the NAS and expansion-unit pairing before ordering. A matching connector does not make an unsupported expansion shelf compatible with a NAS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Synology external expansion cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable format\u003c\/strong\u003e Cable InfiniBand SATAx4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible units\u003c\/strong\u003e RX1217RP, RX1217, RX1214RP, RX1214.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynology lists this exact replacement part for the following systems. Match the complete model name and any serial-number or regional requirement before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpansion Units\u003c\/strong\u003e: RX1217RP, RX1217, RX1214RP, RX1214, RX1211RP, RX1211, DX1215II, DX1215, DX1211.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe host NAS must also support the selected expansion unit and connection type. A matching connector alone does not establish a supported NAS-to-expansion pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMatch Both Ends of the Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe verified expansion-unit list includes RX1217RP, RX1217, RX1214RP, RX1214. The host NAS must also support the chosen expansion unit. Check the pairing in the NAS and expansion-unit documentation before selecting a cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep the Correct Cable Format\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable InfiniBand SATAx4. Synology uses different expansion interfaces across product families; an InfiniBand-style, Mini-SAS HD or eSATA connection is not automatically interchangeable with another format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan the Cable Route\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the cable route accessible and free of strain, tight bends and trapped sections. Seat and secure each connector according to the equipment guide. The cable should serve the intended storage connection rather than act as a handle or support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFollow the Expansion Procedure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the exact host and expansion-unit instructions when connecting or replacing an expansion cable. A live storage connection may carry active volumes; do not disconnect it casually while the system is in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeparate Cable Repair From Data Recovery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing a damaged cable can address the physical link when that is the diagnosed fault. It does not guarantee recovery from a failed drive, damaged volume or another storage problem, and it does not replace a current independent backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep the Expansion Pairing Documented\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord the host, expansion unit and cable type together. This makes future maintenance clearer and avoids selecting a connector-compatible cable for an unsupported storage pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Cable InfiniBand for its verified Synology compatibility and original replacement purpose. Match the host, fitted component and any revision condition before ordering, then follow the equipment guide for a controlled installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWill This Work With Any Matching Connector?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Match the specified cable type and verify that the NAS supports the exact expansion unit. Connector appearance alone is not sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich Expansion Units Are Supported?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe checked compatible expansion units are listed in Specs. The NAS-to-expansion pairing must also be supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I Use It as a General Network Cable?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the Synology expansion connection described in Specs. It is not offered as a general Ethernet networking cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I Disconnect It While the NAS Is Running?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the exact storage-system guide and maintenance procedure. Disconnecting an active expansion link can interrupt access to volumes or affect data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes It Include an Expansion Unit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The offer is for the replacement cable; the NAS, expansion unit and storage media are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhat Is the Warranty?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine Synology spare parts have a one-year warranty under the manufacturer’s applicable terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Synology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44853488779323,"sku":"Cable InfiniBand","price":222.26,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/files\/synology-cable-infiniband-official.png?v=1793712323","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/id\/products\/synology-cable-infiniband","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}