QNAP TS-464U-8G SAN/NAS Storage System

The QNAP TS-464U-8G SAN/NAS Storage System is your ultimate storage solution, designed specifically for businesses and power users who demand exceptional performance and reliability. This advanced system is equipped with cutting-edge technology to ensure high-speed data management, making it ideal for various IT infrastructures, from small offices to large enterprises. With its versatile capabilities, robust features, and ease of use, the QNAP TS-464U-8G stands out as a superior choice in the world of storage solutions.

• Exceptional Processing Power: The TS-464U leverages an Intel® Celeron® quad-core processor, enabling burst speeds of up to 2.9GHz. This ensures rapid data processing and system responsiveness, making it suitable for virtualization applications and heavy multimedia tasks.
• High-Speed Connectivity: Featuring dual 2.5GbE RJ45 ports, the TS-464U offers Port Trunking support for combined bandwidth of up to 5Gbps. This significant enhancement in transfer speeds facilitates large file transfers, efficient backups, and smooth multimedia editing.
• Versatile Expansion Options: The TS-464U includes a PCIe Gen 3 slot, allowing for the installation of various expansion cards such as 10GbE network cards or QM2 cards for M.2 SSD caching. This flexibility helps you customize the system to meet your specific business needs.
• Robust Data Protection: Equipped with powerful snapshot technology, the TS-464U enables users to create backups capturing the full system state and data. This feature is crucial for protecting against accidental deletions and malware attacks, ensuring your data remains secure.
• Efficient Storage Management: Leveraging Qtier™ auto-tiering technology and SSD caching capabilities, the TS-464U optimizes storage by ensuring that frequently accessed data is readily available while larger files are stored more efficiently, enhancing overall system performance.

Technical Details of the QNAP TS-464U-8G

• Processor: Intel® Celeron® N5105/N5095 (Quad-Core, burst up to 2.9GHz)
• Memory: Supports up to 16GB DDR4 RAM
• Network Ports: Dual 2.5GbE RJ45 (2.5G/1G/100M) with Port Trunking support
• Storage: Supports 4 HDDs with RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD
• Operating System: QTS 5.0.1
• PCIe Slots: 1 x PCIe Gen 3 x2 slot for additional expansion
• Encryption: AES 256-bit encryption support
• HDMI Output: 4K HDMI output for multimedia display

How to Install the QNAP TS-464U-8G

1. Begin by securely mounting the TS-464U into your server rack.
2. Connect the power supply to the NAS and plug it into a suitable power outlet.
3. Insert the hard drives into the designated slots, ensuring they are properly secured.
4. Connect your network cables to the 2.5GbE RJ45 ports, using CAT5e or better cables for optimal performance.
5. Power on the device and initialize the NAS by following the on-screen setup instructions via the QTS interface.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of hard drives can I use with the TS-464U?
  The TS-464U supports standard 3.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SSDs for storage.
• Can I expand the storage capacity?
  Yes, you can add additional drives or connect QNAP expansion units to scale your storage as needed.
• Is the system easy to manage?
  Yes, the QTS operating system is user-friendly and provides all necessary tools for efficient management of your storage system.
• What is the benefit of using SSD caching?
  SSD caching speeds up access to frequently used data, enhancing the overall performance of your NAS.
• Does the TS-464U support virtualization?
  Yes, it supports a license-free virtualized environment, allowing the hosting of multiple containerized applications.