QNAP TR-002 2-Bay Tower Expansion
Compact 2-Bay USB Type-C RAID Expansion Enclosure
Streamline Your Data Storage with Advanced Connectivity and RAID Support
The QNAP TR-002 is a 2-bay USB 3.2 Gen 2 RAID expansion enclosure, offering a versatile and efficient solution for expanding the storage capacity of your QNAP NAS and PC. It also functions as a Direct-attached Storage (DAS) device, providing direct access to stored content via USB. The TR-002 combines two 3.5-inch SATA drive bays with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C connectivity, delivering a reliable and secure storage expansion option.
Highlights
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Port
- Facilitates faster data transfer, enhancing efficiency and connectivity with a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port.
Support for Two SATA Drives
- Accommodates up to two 3.5-inch SATA drives, offering reliable read and write performance for expanded storage needs.
Flexible RAID Configuration
- Supports various RAID configurations, including Individual, JBOD, RAID 0, and RAID 1, allowing you to choose the optimal balance of speed and data protection.
Hardware and Software Control Options
- Features a disk mode DIP switch for easy toggling between Hardware Control and Software Control for RAID settings.
Lockable Hard Drive Trays
- Enhances security and prevents accidental drive removal, maintaining data integrity and reliability.
Eject Button for Safe Disconnection
- Allows for safe disconnection from a NAS or computer, using the QNAP External RAID Manager utility.
Effective Storage Expansion with RAID Support
- Ideal for PCs, especially laptops, to store a large number of files and data while ensuring protection against potential drive failure.
Flexible Storage Configuration and Management
- Offers software-controlled configurations for greater flexibility, using Storage & Snapshots Manager on a QNAP NAS or the QNAP External RAID Manager utility on a computer.
Dual Functionality: NAS Expansion or DAS
- Can be used as a storage expansion unit for your QNAP NAS in NAS expansion storage mode or as a DAS in external storage mode, offering versatility in managing and accessing data.
QNAP External RAID Manager Utility
- A utility for Windows and Mac users to set up, monitor, and view the status of the TR-002, making RAID configuration and health monitoring user-friendly and efficient.
Summary
The QNAP TR-002 is an excellent solution for those seeking a compact, high-performance, and versatile storage solution. Its support for multiple RAID configurations, combined with the convenience of both NAS expansion and DAS functionalities, makes it a flexible and efficient choice for a wide range of storage applications. Whether for enhancing data backup capabilities, optimizing storage utilization, or ensuring data redundancy, the TR-002 offers performance and reliability to meet diverse storage requirements.
