QNAP TS-1685
Best high capacity storage for demanding professional environments.
This is a storage powerhouse built for businesses that have outgrown basic cloud solutions and need serious, centralized control. It packs immense capacity and enterprise-grade processing into a desktop footprint, though you will need to dedicate significant physical space and a robust network setup to truly unlock its potential.
$3808.00
Who it's for
- Businesses managing vast datasets and demanding applications
- IT professionals running virtual machines and critical services
- Organizations requiring rapid data access and scalable infrastructure
Who should skip it
- Small businesses with limited IT budgets
- Home users seeking simple plug-and-play storage solutions
- Individuals concerned about energy costs or quiet home environments
Performance breakdown
Storage Density
Sixteen drive bays provide massive capacity for demanding enterprise data environments.
Processing Power
Xeon architecture handles heavy virtualization and concurrent file tasks with ease.
Network Throughput
Integrated 10GbE connectivity ensures rapid data transfer for high-bandwidth workflows.
Scalability
PCIe expansion slots allow for future-proofing with additional networking or storage cards.
Memory Capacity
Generous 32GB RAM baseline supports complex multitasking and large database operations.
Management Versatility
QTS operating system offers a deep, feature-rich suite for granular control.
Key Specs
Form Factor
Desktop
Processor Type
Intel Xeon D-1521 Quad-core (4 Core) 2.40 GHz
Number of Processors Installed
1
Max Memory Capacity
128 GB
Memory Type
DDR4 SDRAM
Storage Type
HDD/SSD
HDD Interface
Serial ATA/600
Drive Bays
16 (12 x 2.5"/3.5" + 4 x 2.5")
RAID Support
0, 1, 5, 6, 10, Hot Spare, JBOD
Power Supply
550W
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