8-Bay 2U Rackmount NAS
QNAP TS-832PXU-RP-4G Rackmount NAS
An eight-bay 2U rackmount NAS with a quad-core Alpine AL324 processor, 4 GB DDR4 memory, dual 10GbE SFP+, dual 2.5GbE, PCIe expansion and redundant power.
High-bandwidth rack storage with redundant power
The QNAP TS-832PXU-RP-4G combines eight SATA bays with dual 10GbE SFP+ and dual 2.5GbE ports for file sharing, backup and hybrid-cloud workflows. Snapshot protection, HBS, Boxafe, PCIe expansion and support for TR RAID or TL JBOD expansion help growing teams centralise and protect business data.
Key features and benefits
Dual 10GbE SFP+
Two 10GbE SFP+ ports provide high-bandwidth connectivity for shared storage and backup traffic.
Dual 2.5GbE RJ45
Two 2.5GbE ports provide flexible multi-gigabit copper connectivity.
Redundant power
Two 250W power supply units support continuity-focused rack deployments.
Backup and synchronisation
HBS supports backup and synchronisation with other NAS systems, servers and cloud storage.
Cloud-account backup
Boxafe is positioned for backing up Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 data.
Expandable capacity
The description states support for QNAP TR RAID expansion enclosures and TL JBOD units.
Who is this model best for?
A strong choice for
- Business file sharing over 10GbE SFP+
- Centralised backup and synchronisation
- Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 backup workflows
- Hybrid-cloud storage projects
- Rack environments that require redundant power
Consider another model if you need
- You need an x86 processor platform
- You require built-in M.2 slots
- You prefer a short-depth or tower chassis
Key specifications
- Processor
- AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324, 4-core 1.7 GHz
- System memory
- 4 GB UDIMM DDR4 (1 × 4 GB)
- Maximum memory
- 16 GB (1 × 16 GB)
- Drive bays
- 8 × 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
- Drive compatibility
- 3.5-inch SATA HDD; 2.5-inch SATA HDD; 2.5-inch SATA SSD
- Networking
- 2 × 10GbE SFP+; 2 × 2.5GbE RJ45
- Expansion
- 1 × PCIe Gen 2 x2 slot
- USB
- 4 × USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Dimensions
- 88.6 × 432 × 511 mm
- Power supply
- 250W × 2, 100–240V
Full technical specifications
Processor, memory and storage
| CPU | AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 64-bit ARM® Cortex-A57 4-core 1.7GHz processor |
|---|---|
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit ARM |
| Floating Point Unit | Supported |
| Encryption Engine | Supported |
| System Memory | 4 GB UDIMM DDR4 (1 x 4 GB) |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) |
| Memory Slot | 1 x UDIMM DDR4 |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB (Dual boot OS protection) |
| Drive Bay | 8 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s |
| Drive Compatibility | 3.5-inch bays: 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives |
| Hot-swappable | Supported |
| M.2 Slot | Optional via a PCIe adapter |
| SSD Cache Acceleration Support | Supported |
| Max. Number of Concurrent Connections (CIFS) - with Max. Memory | 700 |
Network, ports and expansion
| 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port (2.5G/1G/100M) | 2 (2.5G/1G/100M/10M) |
|---|---|
| 10 Gigabit Ethernet Port | 2 x 10GbE SFP+ |
| Wake on LAN (WOL) | Supported Only the 2.5GbE port |
| Jumbo Frame | Supported |
| PCIe Slot | 1 Slot 1: PCIe Gen 2 x2 PCIe bandwidth limitations will restrict the NAS 10GbE performance. Card dimensions for PCIe slot:220 x 68.9x 18.76 mm / 8.67 x 2.71 x 0.74 inches. |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 port | 4 |
Physical, environmental and power
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
|---|---|
| LED Indicators | HDD 1-8, Status, LAN, Storage expansion |
| Buttons | Power, Reset |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 88.6 × 432 × 511 mm Excludes ear hook and the protruding part of the Power Supply Unit. |
| Weight (Net) | 12.47 kg |
| Weight (Gross) | 14.61 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0 - 40 °C (32°F - 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20 - 70°C (-4°F - 158°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 5-95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27°C (80.6°F) |
| Power Supply Unit | 250W (x2) PSU, 100 - 240V |
| Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical | 69.191 W Tested with drives fully populated. |
| Fan | 2 x 70mm, 12VDC |
| System Warning | Buzzer |
Frequently asked questions about the TS-832PXU-RP-4G
What is the QNAP TS-832PXU-RP-4G?
It is an eight-bay 2U rackmount NAS with dual 10GbE SFP+, dual 2.5GbE and redundant power supplies.
Which processor does the TS-832PXU-RP-4G use?
The TS-832PXU-RP-4G uses an AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 64-bit ARM Cortex-A57 four-core 1.7 GHz processor.
How much memory is included with the TS-832PXU-RP-4G?
The TS-832PXU-RP-4G includes 4 GB UDIMM DDR4 memory and supports a stated maximum of 16 GB.
How many drive bays does the TS-832PXU-RP-4G have?
It has eight 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s drive bays.
Which drive types are supported by the TS-832PXU-RP-4G?
It supports 3.5-inch SATA HDDs, 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs.
Which network ports are built into the TS-832PXU-RP-4G?
It includes two 10GbE SFP+ ports and two 2.5GbE RJ45 ports.
What expansion options does the TS-832PXU-RP-4G provide?
It has one PCIe Gen 2 x2 slot; M.2 capability is optional through a compatible PCIe adapter.
What form factor is the TS-832PXU-RP-4G?
It is a 2U rackmount NAS with redundant 250W power supplies.
What are the dimensions of the TS-832PXU-RP-4G?
Its stated dimensions are 88.6 × 432 × 511 mm, excluding the ear hook and protruding PSU section.
Can the TS-832PXU-RP-4G protect cloud-account data?
Yes. Boxafe is included in the stated feature set for backing up Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 emails, cloud drives, contacts and calendars.
Important information
The PCIe Gen 2 x2 bandwidth can restrict 10GbE performance.
The stated 69.191 W operating figure was tested with drives fully populated.
Check drive, expansion-card and expansion-enclosure compatibility before purchase.
