QNAP TVS-951X NAS
Best high speed storage for multimedia creators and small businesses.
This compact nine-bay storage solution balances high-speed performance with efficient space utilization. By combining traditional hard drive capacity with dedicated SSD bays for caching, it delivers a responsive environment for virtualization and media streaming, making it a versatile choice for small business networks.
$951.27
Who it's for
- Power users and small businesses needing fast, flexible storage.
- Home theater enthusiasts and content creators managing large media libraries.
- Professionals and prosumers requiring rapid data access and sharing.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious users or those with basic storage needs.
- First-time NAS buyers or users preferring plug-and-play simplicity.
- Consumers expecting an all-inclusive storage solution out of the box.
Performance breakdown
Network Throughput
The 10GbE port provides exceptional bandwidth for demanding, high-speed data transfers.
Storage Versatility
Hybrid bay design expertly balances high-capacity storage with fast SSD caching.
Media Transcoding
Handles 4K media playback and transcoding with impressive, fluid efficiency.
Data Protection
Robust snapshot capabilities offer reliable, granular security for your critical files.
Virtualization Capability
Dual-core processor manages containerized applications well, though heavy multitasking has limits.
Compact Footprint
Remarkably dense 9-bay design fits massive storage into a small desktop profile.
Key Specs
Number of Total Expansion Bays
9
Ethernet Technology
10 Gigabit Ethernet
Network (RJ-45)
Yes
Processor Core
Dual-core (2 Core)
Number of 2.5" Bays
4
Number of 2.5"/3.5" Bays
5
Controller Type
Serial ATA/600
RAID Supported
Yes
RAID Levels
0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, Hot Spare, JBOD
Total Number of USB Ports
3
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