QNAP TR-004U 4-Bay Rackmount Expansion
Versatile 4-Bay Rackmount USB RAID Expansion Enclosure
Expand Your Storage with Flexibility and Security
The QNAP TR-004U is a 4-bay rackmount USB 3.2 Gen 1 RAID expansion enclosure, designed to enhance the storage capacity of your QNAP NAS and PC. It doubles as a Direct-attached Storage (DAS) device, offering a secure and reliable solution for storage expansion with multiple RAID configuration options.
Highlights
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Connectivity
- Provides faster data transfer with a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port, ensuring efficient data handling and connectivity.
Four SATA Drive Support
- Accommodates up to four 3.5-inch SATA drives, delivering reliable read and write performance for your storage needs.
Flexible RAID Configuration
- Supports various RAID levels, including Individual, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1/10, and RAID 5, 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 switching between Hardware Control and Software Control configurations for RAID settings.
Lockable Hard Drive Trays
- Enhances security and prevents accidental drive removal, maintaining data integrity and reliability.
RAID Management and Disk Health Monitoring
- Configure RAID and monitor disk health using Storage & Snapshots Manager on a QNAP NAS or the QNAP External RAID Manager utility on your 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 how you manage and access your data.
QNAP External RAID Manager Utility
- A utility for Windows and Mac users to set up, monitor, and view the status of the TR-004U, making RAID configuration and health monitoring straightforward and user-friendly.
Summary
The QNAP TR-004U is an ideal solution for businesses and IT professionals seeking a flexible and secure way to expand their storage capacity. Its support for multiple RAID configurations, combined with the convenience of both NAS expansion and DAS functionalities, makes it a versatile 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-004U offers performance and reliability to meet diverse storage requirements.
