QNAP QXP-820S-B3408 High-Bandwidth, Full Duplex 12Gb/s SAS Card

The QNAP QXP-820S-B3408 High-Bandwidth, Full Duplex 12Gb/s SAS Card is an essential expansion card designed to meet the data storage needs of modern businesses. This powerful SAS HBA PCIe Expansion Card allows you to enhance the capacity of your QNAP NAS by seamlessly connecting to TL SAS JBOD storage enclosures and REXP expansion units. With exceptional features and outstanding performance, this card is ideal for various applications including virtualization, surveillance, Big Data, video editing, and TV broadcast storage. Invest in your data infrastructure with QNAP's innovative solution.

• Expand Your Storage Capacity: The QXP-820S-B3408 allows you to increase your total disk capacity up to 4.6PB when daisy-chaining multiple expansion units. Connect up to 16 devices including TL SAS JBOD storage enclosures and REXP expansion units.
• High-Speed Data Transfer: Each SAS port is capable of combining four 12Gb/s SAS channels, delivering up to 48Gb/s per host connection. This high bandwidth ensures rapid data transfer for heavy workloads.
• Optimized Performance: Compared to SATA, SAS technology provides low-latency, power-efficient, and IOPS-optimized storage capabilities, making it suitable for demanding applications that require maximum reliability and performance.
• Flexible Port Configuration: The QXP-820S-B3408 supports flexible port configurations, allowing for efficient management of multipath or link aggregation with your NAS. This capability balances data transfer loads effectively, preventing backup failures and ensuring uninterrupted service.
• Seamless Integration: Designed specifically for QNAP NAS, the expansion card integrates seamlessly with your existing setup, allowing for straightforward installation and enhanced functionality without the need for extensive configuration.

Technical Details

• Product Type: SAS HBA PCIe Expansion Card
• Maximum Data Transfer Rate: Up to 48Gb/s
• Supported Drives: SAS drives (compatible with SATA)
• Maximum Storage Capacity: 4.6PB (using 18TB drives in sixteen 16-bay enclosures)
• Ports: High-speed mini SAS HD ports

How to Install

1. Power down your QNAP NAS and unplug it from the electrical outlet.
2. Open the NAS enclosure according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
3. Locate an available PCIe slot on the motherboard.
4. Carefully insert the QXP-820S-B3408 SAS card into the PCIe slot, ensuring it is securely seated.
5. Close the NAS enclosure and reconnect all cables.
6. Power on the NAS and access the QNAP operating system.
7. Follow any on-screen instructions to configure the newly added SAS card for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the maximum number of devices I can connect to the QXP-820S-B3408? You can daisy-chain up to 16 devices including TL SAS JBOD storage enclosures and REXP expansion units.
• Can I use SATA drives with this SAS card? While this card is optimized for SAS drives, it is also compatible with SATA drives, allowing for flexible storage solutions.
• What types of applications is the QXP-820S-B3408 best suited for? This SAS expansion card is ideal for applications that require high reliability and performance, such as virtualization, surveillance, Big Data, video editing, and TV broadcast storage.
• Is it easy to install the QXP-820S-B3408? Yes, the installation process is straightforward and can be completed by following the provided guidelines.
• Will this card improve the performance of my existing QNAP NAS system? Absolutely! The QXP-820S-B3408 enhances data transfer rates and storage capacity, significantly improving your NAS performance.