QNAP TS-873AeU-RP

The short-depth chassis is designed specifically for smaller server cabinets or wall-mount racks where standard, full-depth enterprise servers simply won't fit. It allows you to deploy a powerful 8-bay storage solution in tighter spaces without sacrificing performance or airflow.

No, the TS-873AeU-RP is sold as a diskless unit. You will need to purchase and install your own 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch SATA hard drives or SSDs separately to begin using the system.

The two M.2 slots allow you to install NVMe SSDs to act as a high-speed cache. This significantly accelerates random read/write speeds for demanding tasks like virtualization or database management, effectively offloading the workload from your primary mechanical hard drives.

The redundant power supply (1+1) ensures that if one power source fails or experiences an electrical issue, the system will continue to run uninterrupted using the second power supply. This is a critical feature for professional environments where system downtime can disrupt workflows or cause data loss.

Yes, the system comes with 4 GB of RAM pre-installed, but it is user-upgradeable up to 64 GB. If you plan on running multiple virtual machines or heavy containerized applications, upgrading the memory is a highly recommended step.

The unit includes one PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, which gives you the flexibility to add specialized hardware. You can install a 10GbE network card for faster data transfers, a Fibre Channel card, or even additional storage expansion cards to meet your specific infrastructure needs.