QNAP TR-002: 2 Bay USB Type-C Direct Attached Storage with Hardware RAID

The QNAP TR-002 is a compact, high-performance two-bay direct attached storage solution designed to seamlessly extend your storage capacity for a QNAP NAS or PC. Built with a robust hardware RAID engine and a modern USB Type-C interface, this DAS (Direct Attached Storage) enclosure delivers fast, reliable data transfer and flexible RAID options in a sleek, durable chassis. Whether you’re expanding a home media library, backing up important work files, or sharing data across platforms, the TR-002 provides a proven, plug-and-play approach to storage growth that keeps your data safe while you work more efficiently.

• Hardware RAID for data protection and performance: The TR-002 supports multiple RAID configurations, including RAID 0 for speed, RAID 1 for redundancy, and JBOD for flexible drive presentation, giving you precise control over how your two drives are used and protected.
• USB Type-C interface for fast, versatile connections: With a modern USB-C port, the TR-002 enables high-speed data transfers to and from your PC, NAS, or other USB-C capable devices. Transfer large media files, backups, and archives with ease and minimal waiting time.
• Cross‑platform compatibility for versatile workflows: Designed to work smoothly with QNAP NAS systems as well as Windows, macOS, and Linux computers, the TR-002 makes cross‑platform data sharing and backups straightforward, whether you’re at home, in the office, or on the move.
• Durable, space‑saving enclosure with clear status indicators: The TR-002’s compact, metal chassis provides dependable cooling and quiet operation, while LED indicators keep you informed about drive health, activity, and RAID status at a glance.
• Drive capability and expandability: Supports two SATA drives (2.5" or 3.5" form factors) to deliver scalable storage expansion without opening your PC or NAS. Drives are not included, giving you the freedom to choose your preferred capacity and performance characteristics.

Technical Details of QNAP TR-002

• Model: TR-002
• Type: USB Type-C Direct Attached Storage (DAS)
• RAID support: Hardware RAID engine with RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD
• Drive bays: 2 x SATA drive bays (supports 2.5" and 3.5" drives)
• Drive compatibility: 2-disk SATA drives (drives not included)
• Interface: USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2) for high‑speed data transfer
• Operating system compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux (plug-and-play external storage), compatible with QNAP NAS for expansion use
• Power: External power supply (included) for reliable, steady operation
• Enclosure: Durable metal chassis with thermal management and activity/health indicators
• Dimensions and weight: Compact, space-saving form factor (external dimensions vary by model)

How to install QNAP TR-002

• Prepare your drives: Install two SATA drives into the TR-002 drive bays (2.5" or 3.5" drives are supported). Ensure drives are properly seated and secured in their trays.
• Connect the device: Use the USB-C cable included with the TR-002 to connect the enclosure to a Windows, macOS, Linux computer, or to a QNAP NAS if you’re expanding storage for NAS use.
• Provide power: Connect the external power adapter to the TR-002 and plug it into a power outlet. Power on the device and verify the status indicators light up as expected.
• Initialize and format: On your computer, the TR-002 will appear as an external drive. Use Disk Management (Windows) or Disk Utility (macOS) to initialize the drives if required and choose your desired RAID mode (RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD) based on your performance and redundancy needs. If using with a QNAP NAS, follow the NAS workflow to designate the TR-002 as a storage expansion device or backup target.
• Start using: After formatting and RAID configuration, begin transferring files, backing up important data, or sharing media across devices. You can adjust RAID settings later if needed, depending on your use case and host capabilities.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the QNAP TR-002? It is a 2-bay USB Type-C direct attached storage enclosure with a hardware RAID engine, designed to expand storage for a QNAP NAS or PC through fast USB-C connectivity.
• Which RAID modes does it support? The TR-002 supports RAID 0 for performance, RAID 1 for redundancy, and JBOD for flexible drive presentation, giving you options to balance speed, protection, and capacity.
• Is it compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux? Yes. The TR-002 is designed for cross‑platform use and can function as external storage on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, as well as integrate with QNAP NAS environments for expansion and backups.
• Do I need to install drivers? No special drivers are required for standard mass storage use on supported operating systems. The device is recognized as an external storage volume by the host OS.
• Are drives included with the TR-002? No. You need to supply your own SATA drives (2.5" or 3.5") to populate the two bays according to your capacity and performance needs.