Qnap TS-264-8G 2-Bay Desktop NAS Enclosure
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The QNAP TS-264-8G is a compact 2-bay desktop NAS engineered to deliver high-performance data management, media streaming, and local cloud functionality for small-to-medium businesses and enthusiast home offices. Powered by an Intel Celeron N5095 quad-core processor capable of speeds up to 2.9 GHz, this NAS comes pre-installed with 8GB RAM to ensure smooth multitasking, efficient containerised application execution, and responsive file transfers. Featuring dual native 2.5GbE network connectivity, dual M.2 PCIe NVMe slots for SSD caching or storage pool expansion, and a PCIe Gen 3 expansion slot, the TS-264-8G offers exceptional versatility and future-proof throughput for demanding workloads.
High-Speed Networking and Hardware Performance
- Intel Celeron N5095 Quad-Core CPU: Runs at a base clock of 2.0 GHz with burst performance up to 2.9 GHz, integrated with Intel UHD Graphics for accelerated hardware decoding and video transcoding.
- 8GB RAM Configuration: Pre-loaded with 8GB memory to efficiently handle virtual machines, Docker containers, and high-volume concurrent user access.
- Dual 2.5GbE Connectivity: Built-in 2.5GbE RJ45 ports support standard Cat 5e cabling, offering speeds up to 2.5 Gbps per port.
- Port Trunking Capability: Combine both 2.5GbE interfaces via Link Aggregation to achieve total transfer bandwidth of up to 5 Gbps, ideal for heavy file backups and multi-client access.
M.2 NVMe SSD Acceleration and Flexible Storage
- Dual M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x1 Slots: Dedicated slots accommodate high-speed M.2 NVMe SSDs without sacrificing standard 3.5-inch drive bays.
- Qtier Auto-Tiers Technology: Automatically moves frequently accessed hot data to high-performance SSDs while keeping cold data on high-capacity hard drives.
- SSD Cache Acceleration: Configure M.2 SSDs as a read/write cache to boost random IOPS performance, significantly reducing latency for virtualisation and database workloads.
PCIe Expansion and Multimedia Output
- PCIe Gen 3 x2 Expansion Slot: Install add-in cards such as a 10GbE network expansion card, a QM2 card for additional M.2 SSDs, or a USB 3.2 Gen 2 card to customize hardware capability.
- HDMI 2.0 4K Output: Features a direct HDMI port supporting 4K resolution at 60Hz, allowing direct playback of media files on external displays or TVs.
- Real-Time Video Transcoding: Convert high-definition videos into universal file formats on the fly for smooth playback across smartphones, tablets, and media streamers.
Advanced Data Protection and Cloud Management
- Block-Based Snapshots: Capture full system and storage status to protect critical data against accidental deletion, file corruption, and ransomware threats.
- Hybrid Backup Sync (HBS): Consolidate backup, restoration, and synchronization routines to local, remote, or cloud storage locations such as Google Drive, AWS S3, and Microsoft OneDrive.
- HybridMount Cloud Gateway: Mount public cloud storage directly on the NAS to enable low-latency access with local caching.
Support & Warranty
- Factory Warranty Coverage: Backed by a standard 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty covering hardware components, replacement parts, and direct support.
- Warranty Extension Options: Eligible for QNAP Extended Warranty schemes, allowing users to extend total coverage up to 5 years from the original purchase date.
- Customer Support Channels: Access comprehensive global customer care including online ticket submission, regional technical phone support, firmware updates, and the QNAP online knowledge base and community forum.
Identifiers
- Stock Code: NAS0984
- Mfg Code: TS-264-8G