Synology DiskStation DS1520+ 5-bay NAS

The Synology DiskStation DS1520+ arrives in a smallish brown box with a label on the top right-hand corner. The label contains an image of the unit and which of the DiskStation series it is. Under the image is a panel with four icons representing features of the NAS; Quad-core CPU with AES-NI, expandable storage, 4 x LAN with Link Aggregation support and the fact it supports for two M.2 NVMe SSD for caching duties.

Printed directly on the rear of the box is a small list of some of the DS1520+ hardware features and a package content list.

Both side panels carry the same “scalable NAS for business and IT Enthusiasts” marketing message.

The box bundle contains everything you need to get started; PGB EA11011D-120 power adapter (rated at 100W), a pair of Ethernet cables, fixing screws for 2.5in drives, two drive bay keys and a quick install guide.

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