QNAP ES1686DC-R2-2142IT-128G - Network Attached Storage, Black, Grey

The QNAP ES1686DC-R2-2142IT-128G is a 3U rackmount storage system for enterprise applications. It runs the ZFS-based QES operating system to protect data integrity against silent corruption. The unit features an 8-core Intel Xeon D-2142IT processor with a 1.9 GHz base clock speed. Sixteen drive bays support various RAID configurations, including RAID 5, 6, and 60. The system is intended for virtualization environments and intensive backup tasks.

Internal memory consists of 64 GB of DDR4 ECC RAM, which detects and corrects single-bit errors during data processing. Eight memory slots support a maximum capacity of 512 GB to handle demanding workloads. Connectivity includes four SFP+ fibre ports and three RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports for network integration. Two PCIe Gen 3 x8 slots allow for the addition of network or storage controllers. A built-in 700 W power supply provides power, while two 60 mm rear fans handle active cooling.

• Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface for professional-grade drive communication.
• Compatibility with both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch HDD and SSD form factors.
• Redundant power supply support to ensure continuous operation.
• Online RAID expansion and migration for adjusting storage volumes without downtime.
• Support for iSCSI and Jumbo Frames to improve network data transfer efficiency.
• Access Control List (ACL) support for granular file permission management.
• Integrated buzzer and LED indicators for system status monitoring.