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Status: Currently sold
A 12-bay 2U enterprise storage server from 2023 with two controllers, so if one fails the other takes over within minutes. Each controller has an 8-core Xeon D-1541 with ECC memory, and it takes dual-port SAS drives. It's built for business-critical uptime, not a small office.
| Series | SA Series |
|---|---|
| Bays | 12 |
| CPU | Intel Xeon D-1541 |
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| CPU architecture | x86_64 |
| Support tier | full |
| Warranty (years) | 5 |
| Release year | 2023 |
| RAID levels | Basic, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID F1 |
| RAM (max) | 64 GB |
| Memory slots | 4 |
| Memory generation | DDR4 |
| Memory speed (MT/s) | 2666 MT/s |
| ECC memory | Supported |
| Memory module type | UDIMM |
| Replaceable memory | Replaceable |
| Network ports | 1x 10GbE + 2x 1GbE |
| USB ports | None |
| PCIe expansion | 1 × Gen3 x8 slot (x8 link) (per controller) |
| M.2 slots | None |
| Max raw capacity | 192 |
| Drive bay types | 3.5" dual-port SAS HDD or 2.5" dual-port SAS SSD |
| Hot-swappable bays | Yes |
| CPU frequency (GHz) | 2.1 |
| Max bays with expansion unit | 36 |
| Power draw, active (W) | 257.78 |
| Power supply (W) | 500 |
| Noise level (dBA) | 51.3 |
| Dimensions H x W x D | 3.5 x 19 x 28.5 in (88 x 482 x 724 mm) |
| Weight | 43.4 lb (19.7 kg) |
| Estimated cost to fill every bay with a certified 8 TB drive | about $5,937 new (Synology HAS5300-8T) -- one observed eBay unit price incl. shipping x bays; quantity availability unverified |
| Estimated cost to fill every bay with a certified 16 TB drive | about $5,220 used (Synology HAS5300-16T) -- one observed eBay unit price incl. shipping x bays; quantity availability unverified |
1 eBay listings checked Nov 9, 2026 · 0 new, 1 used (too few used listings to show a reliable used price)
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Compatible network and expansion cards
Check the required OS, firmware, slot, bracket, and installation notes before buying.
| Component | Specifications | Evidence | Requirements and notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X710-T4 | Connector: RJ45; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8; Ports: 4 x 10GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | Firmware: 5.05. DSM version requirement: 6.2-23739 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM.) | Amazon eBay |
| Marvell FastLinQ QL41134HLRJ | Connector: RJ45; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8; Ports: 4 x 10GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | Firmware: 8.34.15. DSM version requirement: 6.2-24922 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM.) | Search Amazon eBay |
| Synology E10G30-F2 | Connector: SFP+; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8; Ports: 2 x 10GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | DSM version requirement: 7.1.1-42962 Update 5 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM.); DSM Enterprise version requirement: 1.0-101178 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM Enterprise.); Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA): Available on PAS7700 only. Applies to NFS over RDMA and NVMe over RDMA. | Amazon eBay |
| Synology E10G30-T2 | Connector: RJ45; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8; Ports: 2 x 10GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | APM version requirement: 1.0-71430 or later version. (Only applicable to models with APM.); DSM version requirement: 7.1.1-42962 Update 5 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM.); DSM Enterprise version requirement: 1.0-101178 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM Enterprise.); Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA): Available on PAS7700 only. Applies to NFS over RDMA and NVMe over RDMA. | Amazon eBay |
| Synology E25G30-F2 | Connector: SFP28; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8; Ports: 2 x 25GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | APM version requirement: 1.0-71430 or later version. (Only applicable to models with APM.); DSM version requirement: 7.1.1-42962 Update 5 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM.); DSM Enterprise version requirement: 1.0-101178 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM Enterprise.); Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA): Available on PAS7700 only. Applies to NFS over RDMA and NVMe over RDMA.; For models with an AMD Ryzen V1000 CPU, DSM version 7.2.1-69057 or above is required. | Amazon eBay |
| Synology E10G18-T1 (EOL) | Connector: RJ45; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x4; Ports: 1 x 10GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | DSM version requirement: 6.2-23739-2 onward (or 6.1-15284-2 onward with DSM 6.1). (Only applicable to models with DSM.) | Amazon eBay |
| Synology E10G18-T2 (EOL) | Connector: RJ45; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8; Ports: 2 x 10GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | DSM version requirement: 6.2.1-23824 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM.) | Amazon eBay |
| Synology E10G21-F2 (EOL) | Connector: SFP+; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8; Ports: 2 x 10GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | DSM version requirement: 6.2.3-25426 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM.) | Amazon eBay |
| Synology E25G21-F2 (EOL) | Connector: SFP28; Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8; Ports: 2 x 25GbE | Officially certified Checked 2026-09-16 | DSM version requirement: 6.2.3-25426 or later version. (Only applicable to models with DSM.); For best performance, we recommend using memory in dual-channel configuration. For instructions, refer to Hardware Installation Guide. | Amazon |
Compatible Drives
36 drives certified on SA3400D's official manufacturer compatibility list, sourced directly from Synology's own published Hardware Compatibility List. Each model links to that drive's own compatibility page.
36certified models
3drive brands
24 TBlargest listed
35with verified extra specs
Certified drives by capacity
0.4 TB1
0.8 TB3
0.96 TB7
1.6 TB3
1.92 TB6
3.2 TB3
3.84 TB5
7.68 TB2
8 TB1
12 TB2
16 TB1
20 TB1
24 TB1
Show all 36 certified drives
36 shown
| Brand | Model | Capacity | Type | Verified drive details | Recently observed offers | Status | Firmware |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synology | HAS5320-24T details | 24.0 TB | 3.5" Enterprise HDD | 7200 RPM · 1024 MB cache · CMR · 550 TB/year workload · 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | New: $1,762.81 | Recommended | 1401 |
| Synology | HAS5310-20T details | 20.0 TB | 3.5" Enterprise HDD | 7200 RPM · 512 MB cache · CMR · 550 TB/year workload · 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | New: $1,243.39 | Recommended | 1402 |
| Synology | HAS5300-16T details | 16.0 TB | 3.5" Enterprise HDD | 7200 RPM · 512 MB cache · CMR · 550 TB/year workload · 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | Used: $435.00 | Recommended | 1403 |
| Synology | HAS5310-12T details | 12.0 TB | 3.5" Enterprise HDD | 7200 RPM · 512 MB cache · CMR · 550 TB/year workload · 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | New: $1,064.70 | Recommended | 1401 |
| Synology | HAS5300-12T details | 12.0 TB | 3.5" Enterprise HDD | 7200 RPM · 256 MB cache · CMR · 550 TB/year workload · 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | New: $1,133.00 | Recommended | 1403 |
| Synology | HAS5300-8T details | 8.0 TB | 3.5" Enterprise HDD | 7200 RPM · 256 MB cache · CMR · 550 TB/year workload · 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | New: $494.74 | Recommended | 1402 |
| Seagate | XS7680SE70045 details | 7.68 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 14000 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0001 |
| Samsung | MZ-ILG7T60 details | 7.68 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | - | No recent verified offer | Recommended | GXG4 |
| Samsung | MZ-ILG3T80 details | 3.84 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2000000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 7008 TBW | New: $5,098.00 | Recommended | GXG1 |
| Seagate | XS3840SE70045 details | 3.84 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 7000 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0001 |
| Samsung | MZILT3T8HALS details | 3.84 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2000000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 7008 TBW | Used: $465.00 | Recommended | GXF2 |
| Seagate | XS3840SE70084 details | 3.84 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 7000 TBW | Used: $1,030.05 | Recommended | 0001 |
| Seagate | XS3840SE70004 details | 3.84 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 6800 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0003 |
| Seagate | XS3200ME70004 details | 3.2 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 35000 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0003 |
| Seagate | XS3200LE70084 details | 3.2 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 17500 TBW | New: $1,679.00 | Recommended | 0001 |
| Seagate | XS3200LE70004 details | 3.2 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 17500 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0003 |
| Samsung | MZILT1T9HBJR-00007 details | 1.92 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2000000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | New: $1,643.00 · Used: $464.00 | Recommended | GXA0 |
| Samsung | MZILT1T9HAJQ details | 1.92 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2000000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | Used: $350.00 | Recommended | GXF2 |
| Samsung | MZ-ILG1T90 details | 1.92 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2000000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | New: $2,350.00 · Used: $839.00 | Recommended | GXG1 |
| Seagate | XS1920SE70045 details | 1.92 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 3500 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0001 |
| Seagate | XS1920SE70084 details | 1.92 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 3500 TBW | Used: $650.00 | Recommended | 0001 |
| Seagate | XS1920SE70004 details | 1.92 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 3400 TBW | New: $799.00 | Recommended | 0003 |
| Seagate | XS1600LE70004 details | 1.6 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 8700 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0003 |
| Seagate | XS1600ME70004 details | 1.6 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0003 |
| Seagate | XS1600LE70084 details | 1.6 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 8700 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0001 |
| Samsung | MZILT960HBHQ-00007 details | 0.96 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2000000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | No recent verified offer | Recommended | GXA0 |
| Samsung | MZ-ILG9600 details | 0.96 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 1752 TBW | New: $1,957.27 · Used: $1,890.97 | Recommended | GXG1 |
| Seagate | XS960SE70045 details | 0.96 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 1700 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0001 |
| Seagate | XS960SE70004 details | 0.96 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 1700 TBW | New: $642.92 · Used: $299.99 | Recommended | 0003 |
| Seagate | XS960SE10003 details | 0.96 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 1750 TBW | New: $642.92 · Used: $600.00 | Recommended, EOL | 0003 |
| Samsung | MZILT960HAHQ details | 0.96 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2000000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 1752 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | GXF2 |
| Seagate | XS960SE70084 details | 0.96 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 1700 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0001 |
| Seagate | XS800LE70084 details | 0.8 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 4400 TBW | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0001 |
| Seagate | XS800LE70004 details | 0.8 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 4300 TBW | New: $350.00 · Used: $280.00 | Recommended | 0003 |
| Seagate | XS800ME70004 details | 0.8 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty | No recent verified offer | Recommended | 0003 |
| Seagate | XS400ME70004 details | 0.4 TB | 2.5" Enterprise SSD | 2500000 h MTBF · 5-year warranty · 4300 TBW | Refurb: $89.99 | Recommended | 0003 |
Extra drive details are published only from manufacturer-owned documents or explicit human review. Follow the model link for field-level sources.
Certified list last checked 2026-08-18.
Compatible Memory
2 memory modules listed by Synology as compatible with SA3400D. Third-party modules may also work, but are not shown here unless Synology itself lists them as compatible.
2certified modules
8–16 GBcapacity range
| SKU | Capacity | DDR generation | ECC | Form factor | Rated speed | Warranty | Source and notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4EC-2666-16G | 16 GB | DDR4 | ECC | UDIMM | 2666 MT/s | 5-year | Manufacturer source Checked 2026-09-16 | Amazon eBay |
| D4EC-2666-8G | 8 GB | DDR4 | ECC | UDIMM | 2666 MT/s | 5-year | Manufacturer source Checked 2026-09-16 | Amazon eBay |
Certified list last checked 2026-09-16. Coverage varies by model. Rated module speed is not a guarantee of NAS operating speed; follow the NAS maximum capacity and installation rules.
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