QNAP TS-264-8G 12 TB - Network Attached Storage, Black, Gold

The QNAP TS-264-8G NAS, bundled with two 6TB Toshiba (MN10ADA600S) HDDs, is a two-bay network-attached storage device designed for homes and small offices. The unit provides 12 TB of storage via two pre-installed 3.5-inch hard drives. An Intel Celeron N5095 quad-core processor handles processing tasks at burst frequencies of up to 2.9 GHz. It includes 8 GB of DDR4 memory for managing concurrent tasks and media services. Dual 2.5 GbE ports allow transfer rates of up to 2500 Mbit/s, supporting high-speed local backups and efficient file access across a network.

The hardware includes an HDMI 2.0 output for 4K media playback via direct display connection. Two integrated M.2 slots support NVMe SSD caching to improve file access speeds. For external connectivity, the chassis provides two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and two USB 2.0 ports. A single 70 mm fan provides active cooling, while the external 65 W power adapter helps manage internal temperatures. The QTS 5.0.1 operating system handles file management and supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD configurations. The system is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux, and can be managed via web browsers including Chrome and Firefox.

• Intel Celeron N5095 processor: four-core unit for file synchronisation and data services.
• 256-bit AES encryption: secures stored data against unauthorised access at the volume level.
• Hot-swappable drive bays: enable drive replacement or upgrades without interrupting system operation.
• Two 2.5 GbE ports: provide high bandwidth for tasks such as video editing or large-scale backups.
• Snapshot technology: records system states to protect data against accidental deletion or malware.
• HDMI 2.0 connectivity: enables direct 4K output for media viewing or surveillance monitoring.
• M.2 2280 slots: support NVMe SSDs to improve IOPS performance.