QNAP TS-832PX-4G - NAS server, Aluminium, Black

The QNAP TS-832PX-4G 8-bay NAS is a tower storage device designed for small-to-medium businesses that need centralized file sharing and backup. It runs on an Annapurna Labs AL324 quad-core 1.7 GHz processor and includes 4 GB of DDR4 memory. The RAM can be expanded up to 16 GB via the single SO-DIMM slot to accommodate heavier indexing tasks or more concurrent users. Eight hot-swappable drive bays support 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA II or SATA III HDDs and SSDs. Connectivity includes two 10GbE SFP+ ports and two RJ-45 ports supporting up to 10,000 Mbit/s. This configuration enables high-throughput data transfers across local networks using link aggregation or jumbo frames.

The chassis is cooled by two 120 mm fans to maintain stable operating temperatures. The unit is sold without pre-installed storage drives, allowing users to select media that suit their specific capacity requirements. Security features include snapshot support and 256-bit AES encryption to protect data from unauthorized access. Built-in services, including an FTP server and a BitTorrent client, provide tools for file management and distribution. It is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows Server 2019, macOS X 10.10 or later, and Ubuntu 14.04. With an operational noise rating of 19.6 dB, the device is suitable for use in office settings.

• RAID support for levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD: provides options for data redundancy and storage volume management.
• Three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports: support high-speed data transfer and connection to external storage devices or peripherals.
• Online RAID expansion and migration: allows for increased capacity or changed RAID configurations with minimal system downtime.
• Wake-on-LAN support: allows the NAS to be powered on remotely via a network signal for energy management.
• iSCSI LUN backup and snapshots: provides block-level data storage and protection for virtualized environments.
• Internal 250 W power supply: provides consistent power to the processor and all eight drive bays during peak usage.
• SMART drive monitoring and bad block scanning: helps detect potential disk failures early to maintain data integrity.