The QNAP TS-832PXU-4G 8-Bay NAS Enclosure is a robust and efficient storage solution designed for businesses and IT professionals seeking reliable, scalable network storage. Powered by the AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 64-bit ARM® Cortex-A57 4-core 1.7GHz processor, this NAS offers seamless data management, fast network access, and enhanced encryption for protecting sensitive information. Equipped with 4GB of DDR4 RAM, expandable up to 16GB, and featuring dual 10GbE SFP+ ports for ultra-fast network connectivity, this NAS enclosure supports demanding workloads, such as file sharing, data backup, and cloud synchronization, even in high-traffic environments.
With 8 hot-swappable 3.5-inch drive bays, this NAS supports both 3.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs, providing flexible storage expansion options. Businesses can configure this device for SSD caching or tiered storage, taking full advantage of PCIe slot expansion for faster transfer speeds. The optional M.2 SSD slot further improves system performance, making the TS-832PXU-4G suitable for growing storage demands and high-performance applications.
Key Features:
- Processor: Powered by an AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 64-bit ARM® Cortex-A57 4-core 1.7GHz processor, ensuring smooth multitasking and energy-efficient performance.
- Memory: 4GB DDR4 system memory, expandable up to 16GB, providing the flexibility to handle more intensive operations.
- Storage: 8 x 3.5-inch SATA bays compatible with 3.5-inch HDDs and 2.5-inch SSDs, with hot-swappable support for ease of use.
- Network: Dual 2.5GbE RJ45 ports and dual 10GbE SFP+ ports, ensuring high-speed connectivity and superior bandwidth for faster data transfer.
- PCIe Slot: One PCIe Gen 2 x2 slot for adding additional expansion cards, allowing users to further boost network speeds and storage performance.
- SSD Caching: Optional M.2 SSD support via a PCIe adapter for improved read/write performance and optimized data handling.
- Energy Efficiency: Low power consumption, with only 56.412 W in operating mode when drives are fully populated.
- Reliability: Redundant power supply support, system warnings via buzzers, and compatibility with QNAP memory modules to ensure stable and reliable operation.
Specifications:
- CPU: AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 64-bit ARM® Cortex-A57 4-core 1.7GHz processor
- CPU Architecture: 64-bit ARM
- Memory: 4GB UDIMM DDR4 (1 x 4GB), expandable to 16GB (1 x 16GB)
- Memory Slot: 1 x UDIMM DDR4
- Flash Memory: 512MB (dual boot OS protection)
- Drive Bay: 8 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
- Drive Compatibility: Supports 3.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs
- Hot-swappable: Yes
- M.2 Slot: Optional via PCIe adapter
- SSD Cache Acceleration: Supported
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Network Ports:
- 2 x 2.5GbE (2.5G/1G/100M/10M)
- 2 x 10GbE SFP+
- Wake on LAN (WOL): Available (only for 2.5GbE port)
- Jumbo Frame: Supported
- PCIe Slot: 1 x PCIe Gen 2 x2
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports: 4
- Form Factor: 2U Rackmount
- LED Indicators: HDD 1-8, Status, LAN, Storage Expansion
- Buttons: Power, Reset
- Dimensions: 88.6 × 432 × 511 mm
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Weight:
- Net: 10.76 kg
- Gross: 12.79 kg
- Operating Temperature: 0 - 40°C (32°F - 104°F)
- Storage Temperature: -20 - 70°C (-4°F - 158°F)
- Relative Humidity: 5-95% RH non-condensing
- Power Supply Unit: 250W PSU, 100-240V
- Power Consumption: 56.412 W in typical operating mode (with fully populated drives)
- Fan: 2 x 70mm, 12VDC
- System Warning: Buzzer
- Max. Concurrent CIFS Connections: 700 (with maximum memory)
- Warranty: 3 years
Conclusion:
The QNAP TS-832PXU-4G 8-Bay NAS offers an ideal solution for businesses looking to manage large volumes of data with efficiency, security, and scalability. Featuring powerful network connectivity, PCIe expansion options, and an architecture built for both HDDs and SSDs, it is well-suited for a variety of applications, including backup, file sharing, and virtualization. With its robust design, support for high-performance SSD caching, and energy efficiency, the TS-832PXU-4G provides a reliable storage infrastructure that adapts to growing organizational needs.
