Two-Bay Fanless Multimedia NAS
QNAP HS-264-8G Silent NAS
A fanless two-bay desktop NAS with an Intel Celeron N5105 processor, 8GB non-expandable memory, dual 2.5GbE, dual HDMI 2.0 and hardware-accelerated transcoding.
Quiet two-bay storage and entertainment for the home
The QNAP HS-264-8G combines a fanless set-top design with two SATA bays, dual 2.5GbE, dual HDMI 2.0 and hardware-accelerated transcoding. It is designed for households that want centralised multimedia storage, direct 4K display output, private file access and snapshot-based data protection in a quiet living-space device.
Key features and benefits
Fanless set-top design
The fanless chassis supports quiet operation and reduces dust intake in living spaces.
Dual 2.5GbE connectivity
Two 2.5GbE ports support high-speed file sharing and the stated port-trunking use case.
Dual HDMI 2.0 output
Two HDMI 2.0 ports provide output up to 3840 × 2160 at 60Hz.
Hardware-accelerated transcoding
Hardware-accelerated transcoding is listed for multimedia use.
Two SATA drive bays
Two 3.5-inch SATA bays support the listed 3.5-inch hard drives and 2.5-inch solid-state drives.
Remote access and snapshots
myQNAPcloud remote access and snapshot protection are included in the product positioning.
Who is this model best for?
A strong choice for
- Quiet living-room storage
- Photo, music and video libraries
- Direct 4K HDMI playback
- Private-cloud file access
- Two-bay home backup
Consider another model if you need
- You need expandable system memory
- You need more than two drive bays
- You need a conventional tower chassis
Key specifications
- Processor
- Intel Celeron N5105, 4-core/4-thread, burst up to 2.9GHz
- Memory
- 8GB, not expandable
- Drive bays
- 2 × 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
- Drive compatibility
- 3.5-inch SATA HDD; 2.5-inch SATA SSD
- Networking
- 2 × 2.5GbE
- USB
- 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
- HDMI
- 2 × HDMI 2.0, up to 3840 × 2160 at 60Hz
- Form factor
- Set-Top design
- Dimensions
- 39 × 302 × 220 mm
- Operating power
- 24.995 W typical
Full technical specifications
Processor, memory and storage
| CPU | Intel® Celeron® N5105 4-core/4-thread processor, burst up to 2.9 GHz |
|---|---|
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit x86 |
| Floating Point Unit | Supported |
| Encryption Engine | Supported (AES-NI) |
| System Memory | 8 GB, not expandable |
| Maximum Memory | 8 GB, not expandable |
| Flash Memory | 4GB (Dual boot OS protection) |
| Drive Bay | 2 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s The system is shipped without HDD. For the HDD compatibility list |
| Drive Compatibility | 3.5-inch bays: 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives |
| Max. Number of Concurrent Connections (CIFS) - with Max. Memory | 1500 |
Software and system features
| Graphic Processors | Intel® UHD Graphics |
|---|---|
| Hardware-accelerated Transcoding | Supported |
| Hot-swappable | Supported |
| SSD Cache Acceleration Support | Supported |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Port | 2 x Type A |
| IR Sensor | Supported (RM-IR004) |
| HDMI™ Output | 2 x HDMI™ 2.0 (up to resolution 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz) |
| System Warning | Buzzer |
| Kensington Security Slot | Supported |
Network, ports and switching
| 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port (2.5G/1G/100M) | 2 (2.5G/1G/100M/10M) |
|---|---|
| Wake on LAN (WOL) | Supported |
| Jumbo Frame | Supported |
Physical, environmental and power
| Form Factor | Set-Top design |
|---|---|
| LED Indicators | Status, LAN |
| Buttons | Power, Reset |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 39 × 302 × 220 mm |
| Weight (Net) | 2.06 kg |
| Weight (Gross) | 2.74 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0 - 35 °C (32°F - 95°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 | 60W adapter, 100-240V |
| Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical | 24.995 W |
Frequently asked questions about the HS-264-8G
What is the QNAP HS-264-8G?
It is a fanless two-bay multimedia NAS with dual 2.5GbE and dual HDMI 2.0 output.
Which processor does it use?
It uses an Intel Celeron N5105 4-core/4-thread processor with burst speed up to 2.9GHz.
How much memory is included?
It includes 8GB, and the product specifications state that it is not expandable.
How many drive bays does it have?
It has two 3.5-inch SATA drive bays and is shipped without hard drives.
Which drives are listed as compatible?
The listed compatibility includes 3.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drives.
How many network ports does it provide?
It provides two 2.5GbE ports.
Does the HS-264-8G have HDMI output?
Yes. It has two HDMI 2.0 outputs with a stated maximum resolution of 3840 × 2160 at 60Hz.
Is hardware transcoding supported?
Yes. Hardware-accelerated transcoding is listed.
Is the HS-264-8G fanless?
Yes. It uses a fanless set-top design.
What are its dimensions?
The stated dimensions are 39 × 302 × 220 mm.
Important information
The system is shipped without a hard drive.
System memory is fixed at 8GB and is not expandable.
