Synology E10M20-T1 10Gb Ethernet and M.2 Adapter card
Meta Description
Upgrade your NAS with the Synology E10M20-T1 adapter card, combining 10GbE RJ-45 connectivity and dual M.2 NVMe SSD caching in a single PCIe slot. Boost network speed and storage performance in one solution.
Product Description
The Synology E10M20-T1 is a hybrid PCIe 3.0 x8 expansion card that combines 10 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) networking and dual M.2 NVMe SSD slots into a single, high-performance solution. This adapter is purpose-built for select Synology NAS devices to simultaneously enhance network throughput and accelerate storage access via SSD caching—without occupying additional drive bays or PCIe slots.
Perfect for businesses, creatives, and IT professionals, the E10M20-T1 unlocks next-level performance by integrating two of the most critical upgrades—network speed and disk I/O acceleration—in one energy-efficient card.
Technical Specifications
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Synology E10M20-T1 |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Network Port | 1× RJ-45 10GbE (auto-negotiates 100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G) |
| SSD Slots | 2× M.2 NVMe (2280 / 22110) |
| SSD Interface | NVMe (not compatible with SATA M.2) |
| Controller | Intel X550 for 10GbE |
| Cooling | Passive heatsinks for SSDs and NIC components |
| OS Compatibility | Synology DSM (version-specific; check support docs) |
| Power Consumption | ~13.5W (typical under full load) |
| Included Brackets | Full-height and low-profile included |
FAQs
Q1: Can I use the SSDs for storage volumes?
No. The M.2 NVMe SSDs are designed exclusively for SSD caching, not for data storage.
Q2: Is the 10GbE port backward compatible?
Yes. It supports 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, and 10G Ethernet speeds via auto-negotiation.
Q3: What NAS models are compatible with E10M20-T1?
Supported on select models with PCIe 3.0 x8 or x16 slots, such as DS1621+, DS1821+, RS1221RP+, and others. Confirm compatibility via Synology’s support list.
Q4: Can I use just one of the M.2 slots?
Yes. You can install a single SSD for read-only cache or two for read-write cache configuration.
Q5: What type of cabling is required for 10GbE?
Use Cat6a or Cat7 Ethernet cables for optimal 10GbE performance.
Q6: How is heat managed for the SSDs?
The E10M20-T1 includes passive aluminum heatsinks to dissipate heat from both SSDs and the NIC.
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