QNAP BRKT-RISER-2P-2U Riser Card for TS-873AU and TS-873AU-RP

Two PCIe slots on a low-profile riser give the QNAP TS-873AU series room for high-speed network cards, NVMe adapters, or GPU acceleration without swapping the chassis. That is the core of the BRKT-RISER-2P-2U: a purpose-built 2U riser card that expands the TS-873AU and TS-873AU-RP from a compact NAS into a more capable edge or virtualization node.

Overview

The QNAP BRKT-RISER-2P-2U is an official riser card accessory for the TS-873AU and TS-873AU-RP NAS models. It provides two PCIe expansion slots in a 2U form factor, allowing users to install additional cards such as 10GbE/25GbE network adapters, NVMe SSD expansion cards, or graphics cards. The riser is designed to fit precisely into the existing chassis, maintaining proper airflow and mechanical stability. Installation is straightforward for IT professionals and does not require special tools beyond a screwdriver.

What stands out

• Adds two PCIe slots to compatible QNAP NAS units
• Low-profile 2U form factor fits standard rackmount chassis
• Official QNAP accessory ensures compatibility and reliability
• Enables high-speed networking, NVMe caching, or GPU tasks
• Simple installation with included mounting hardware

Technical details

• Compatible models: QNAP TS-873AU, TS-873AU-RP
• Form factor: 2U riser card
• Expansion slots: 2 x PCIe (low-profile)
• Brand: QNAP
• MPN: BRKT-RISER-2P-2U
• EAN: 4713213518656

Our verdict

For TS-873AU owners who need more than the built-in networking, this riser card is the cleanest way to add PCIe flexibility. It is an official QNAP part, so fit and airflow are guaranteed. If your workloads demand 25GbE, NVMe caching, or a small GPU, the BRKT-RISER-2P-2U is a sensible investment.