QNAP TS-432XeU-4G 4-Bay Rackmount NAS, AnnapurnaLabs AL314 Quad-Core 1.7GHz, 4GB DDR4, 1x 10GbE SFP+, 2x 2.5GbE RJ-45, 1U

Small offices and remote branches needing fast, reliable shared storage will appreciate the QNAP TS-432XeU-4G. This 1U rackmount NAS packs a 10GbE SFP+ port and dual 2.5GbE RJ-45 ports into a compact chassis, making it easy to integrate into existing network infrastructure. With four hot-swappable drive bays, it supports up to 80TB raw capacity for backups, file sharing, and virtualization.

Key specifications

• Processor: AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL314 quad-core 1.7GHz
• Memory: 4GB DDR4 SODIMM (expandable to 16GB)
• Drive bays: 4 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA 6Gb/s, hot-swappable
• Network: 1 x 10GbE SFP+, 2 x 2.5GbE RJ-45
• USB: 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
• RAID: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD, Single
• Form factor: 1U rackmount
• Power supply: 250W single

Why choose it

The TS-432XeU-4G delivers high-speed connectivity at a budget-friendly price. The 10GbE SFP+ port enables fast data transfer for demanding applications, while the dual 2.5GbE ports offer flexible network options. AES-NI encryption keeps data secure without sacrificing performance, and the QTS operating system provides a user-friendly interface with a wide range of apps.

Ideal use cases

• Centralized backup and file server for small businesses
• High-performance storage for virtualization environments
• Media streaming and content collaboration
• Remote office/branch office (ROBO) deployments

Good to know

The NAS includes dual boot OS protection with 512MB flash memory for system resilience. It supports Windows, macOS, and Linux clients, and features two 40mm fans for efficient cooling in rack environments. The unit is diskless, allowing you to choose the drives that best fit your capacity and budget needs.