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What is the primary function of the TS-431XeU 4-Bay 1U Short-Depth Rackmount NAS Enclosure?

The TS-431XeU serves as a high-performance storage solution, supporting 10GbE high-speed networks. It's designed for businesses seeking to enhance their IT infrastructure with backup, restoration, private cloud, storage for virtualization, and future-proofing for 10GbE networks.

What is the advantage of the TS-431XeU's short-depth design?

The short-depth design, measuring just 11.46 inches, makes the TS-431XeU suitable for compact racks or areas with a lot of cabling. It's a space-saving solution that's ideal for flexible deployment in multiple locations and applications.

What security features does the TS-431XeU offer?

The TS-431XeU offers a range of security options including antivirus, encrypted access, IP blocking, 2-step verification, and AES 256-bit encryption. These features help protect your sensitive business data from unauthorized access and breaches.

What is the purpose of the VJBOD feature in the TS-431XeU?

VJBOD (Virtual JBOD) is a feature that allows you to utilize unused NAS storage space to expand the storage capacity of other QNAP NAS. It's an economical way to maximize storage utilization across multiple QNAP NAS.

How does the TS-431XeU's snapshot feature work?

The snapshot feature records the system status and data at any given moment. If the system unexpectedly fails or is infected with ransomware, you can instantly restore files from a snapshot, providing a safety net for your data.

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Review Summary

2022-09-08T08:30:49

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Network Storage Solution!

This NAS works very well, providing me with easily accessible storage. It was easy to mount in my rack and it's very quiet for a rack-mount unit.

ARTHUR O.

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QNAP TS-431XeU Specifications

Hardware

Hardware

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  • Processor

    AnnapurnaLabs, an Amazon company, Alpine AL-314 Quad-Core 1.7 GHz

  • Hardware Encryption Accleration

    Yes

  • System Memory

    1x 2GB SO DIMM DDR3-1600

  • Maximum Memory

    1x 8GB SO DIMM DDR3-1600

  • Memory Slot

    1

  • Hard Drive Tray

    4

  • Drive Interface

    SATA 6 Gb/s, HDD or SSD

  • Drive Type

    3.5" or 2.5"

  • 10GbE LAN

    1x 10 Gigabit SFP+ port

  • GbE LAN

    2x Gigabit RJ45 LAN port

  • USB Port

    4x USB 3.0

  • Storage expansion

    1x UX-800U-RP and 1x UX-1200U-RP
    2x UX-800U-RP
    1x UX-800U-RP or UX-1200U-RP
    Up to 24 drives are supported.

  • Fan

    3x 4 cm system fan (12V DC)

  • Power Supply

    100W, 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, open frame

  • LED Indicators

    HDD1, HDD2, HDD3, HDD4, LAN1, LAN2, 10GbE, STATUS

  • Buttons

    Power, Reset

  • Other Interfaces

    Kensington security slot, console port

  • System Warning

    Buzzer

  • Form Factor

    1U

  • Operating Temperature

    32 - 104 degree F (0 - 40 degree Celsius)

  • Relative Humidity

    5 to 95 % non-condensing, wet bulb: 27 degree of Celsius

  • Noise Level/Sound Level

    20.3 dB

  • Power Consumption

    HDD standby: 12.42
    In operation: 30.99
    (With 4x 2TB HDDs installed)

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    1.73 x 17.28 x 11.46" (44 x 439 x 291mm)

  • Weight

    Net: (4.15kg)
    Gross: (5.78kg)

Software

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  • Supported disk group types

    RAID 0/1/5/6/10, RAID 5+ hot spare, single, JBOD

  • Supported protocols

    CIFS/SMB, AFP (v3.3), NFS (v3), FTP, FTPS, SFTP, TFTP, HTTP (S), Telnet, SSH, iSCSI, SNMP, SMTP and SMSC

  • File sharing

    Maximum number of users: 4096
    Maximum number of user groups: 512
    Maximum shared folders: 512
    Maximum simultaneous connections: 700

  • Other Features

    File Station, Photo Station, Music Station, Video Station, Download Station, Qsync, Notes Station, FTP Server, Print Server, VPN Server, VPN Client, Antivirus Protection

  • Streaming Server

    DLNA Server, Airplay, Chromecast, iTunes Server

  • UPC Code

    885022014033

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About QNAP TS-431XeU

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great Network Storage Solution!

By ARTHUR O.

This NAS works very well, providing me with easily accessible storage. It was easy to mount in my rack and it's very quiet for a rack-mount unit.

Make the most of your storage solutions with the TS-431XeU 4-Bay 1U Short-Depth Rackmount NAS Enclosure. Powered by an Alpine AL-314 Quad-Core 1.7GHz processor and 2GB RAM, this compact yet powerful device is designed to support 10GbE high-speed networks, offering a cost-effective solution for businesses seeking to enhance their IT infrastructure.

The TS-431XeU's short depth design, measuring just 11.46 inches (291 mm), makes it an ideal choice for compact racks or areas with extensive cabling. Its quiet operation and easy installation make it a versatile choice for various applications, including offices, audiovisual rooms, and security surveillance recording.

Equipped with a 10GbE SFP+ port, the TS-431XeU ensures high-speed network connectivity, making it perfect for businesses requiring high bandwidth for virtualization and fast backup & restoration of large volumes of data. It also supports SSD caching to significantly boost the IOPS performance of storage volumes, enhancing operational efficiency.

The TS-431XeU also features VJBOD (Virtual JBOD), an innovative way to utilize unused NAS storage space to expand the storage capacity of other QNAP NAS. This, along with the Container Station that enables rapid development and deployment of Internet of Things (IoT) apps, makes the TS-431XeU a versatile all-in-one solution for growing businesses.

With its support for snapshots, the TS-431XeU can record the system status and data at any given moment, providing a safety net in case of system failure or ransomware infection. Its high reliability design ensures business continuity, with support for comprehensive RAID configurations and hot-swapping, allowing for hard drive replacement without service interruption.

The TS-431XeU also offers a range of security options, including antivirus, encrypted access, IP blocking, and 2-step verification, to protect your sensitive business data. It supports AES 256-bit encryption, ensuring the safety of your data even in the event of hardware theft.

With its intelligent NAS operating system, QTS, the TS-431XeU enhances management efficiency and personal productivity. It offers cross-platform file sharing and sync, comprehensive backup & disaster recovery solutions, and a range of other features to provide you with the optimum cloud experience.

Whether you're looking for a storage solution for backup, restoration, private cloud, storage for virtualization, or to future-proof your IT infrastructure for 10GbE networks, the TS-431XeU 4-Bay 1U Short-Depth Rackmount NAS Enclosure is a reliable and efficient choice.

QNAP TS-431XeU Features

  • The short depth design is suitable for installing in smaller racks or space-constrained locations
  • 10GbE readiness, SSD caching, and encryption acceleration engine
  • VJBOD allows using the TS-431XeU to expand the storage capacity of other QNAP NAS
  • Containerized virtualization and IoT app development with Container Station
  • Build a private cloud to centrally organize & manage files and backup tasks
  • Secure access with VPN Server & VPN Client
  • Qsirch, the full text search engine, helps quickly locate files on the NAS
  • Expand the total storage capacity up to 24 drives by connecting up to 2 QNAP expansion enclosure (UX-1200U-RP or UX-800U-RP)

Key Features

  • High-performance 4-bay NAS with Alpine AL-314 Quad-Core 1.7GHz processor and 2GB RAM
  • Compact 1U short-depth design ideal for space-constrained installations
  • 10GbE SFP+ port for high-speed network connectivity and efficient data backup & restoration
  • VJBOD support to maximize storage utilization by expanding capacity using unused NAS space
  • Advanced snapshot protection to safeguard data against unexpected failures or ransomware
  • QTS operating system for enhanced management, file sharing, and productivity applications

What's in the box:

  • TS-431XeU NAS
  • 2x Ethernet Cable
  • Flat-Head Screws for 3.5 " HDD
  • Flat-Head Screws for 2.5 " HDD
  • Power Cord
  • 2x Hanger
  • 2x Holder
  • Quick Installation Guide
  • Qnap 2 Year Limited Warranty