4-Bay 10GbE Tower NAS
QNAP TS-432X-4G Expandable NAS
A four-bay ARM tower NAS with an AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL524 quad-core processor, 4 GB DDR4 memory, built-in 10GbE SFP+, dual 2.5GbE and PCIe expansion.
Accessible 10GbE storage with room to expand
The QNAP TS-432X-4G brings one 10GbE SFP+ port, two 2.5GbE ports and a PCIe Gen 3 x4 slot to a compact four-bay tower. It is positioned for secure backup, snapshots, container applications and high-speed file transfers, while its replaceable memory and PCIe slot give teams options to add memory, network connectivity or compatible M.2 SSD expansion.
Key features and benefits
Built-in 10GbE SFP+
A native 10GbE port supports faster data transmission and backup workflows.
Dual 2.5GbE ports
Two RJ45 connections support SMB Multichannel or port trunking for greater aggregate bandwidth.
PCIe Gen 3 expansion
The x4 slot can accept compatible networking or M.2 SSD expansion cards.
Expandable memory
The installed 4 GB DDR4 memory can be expanded to the stated 16 GB maximum, with ECC support listed.
Container support
Docker container support is included in the product positioning.
Backup and snapshots
Centralised backup and regular snapshots support data protection and recovery planning.
Who is this model best for?
A strong choice for
- Small teams adopting 10GbE SFP+
- Centralised backup and snapshots
- Containerised applications
- Mixed 10GbE and 2.5GbE networks
- Buyers planning PCIe or memory upgrades
Consider another model if you need
- You need built-in M.2 slots
- You require more than four drive bays
- You need HDMI output or integrated graphics
Key specifications
- Processor
- AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL524, 4-core, 2.0GHz
- System memory
- 4 GB SODIMM DDR4 (1 × 4 GB)
- Maximum memory
- 16 GB (1 × 16 GB)
- Memory slot
- 1 × SODIMM DDR4; ECC support listed
- Drive bays
- 4 × 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
- Drive compatibility
- 3.5-inch SATA HDD; 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD
- Networking
- 1 × 10GbE SFP+; 2 × 2.5GbE
- Expansion
- 1 × PCIe Gen 3 x4 slot
- USB
- 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Dimensions
- 165 × 170 × 226.5 mm
Full technical specifications
Processor, memory and storage
| CPU | AnnapurnaLabs, Alpine AL524, 4-core, 2.0GHz |
|---|---|
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit ARM |
| Floating Point Unit | Supported |
| Encryption Engine | Supported |
| System Memory | 4 GB SODIMM DDR4 (1 x 4 GB) |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) |
| Memory Slot | 1 x SODIMM DDR4 Support ECC memory |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB (Dual boot OS protection) |
| Drive Bay | 4 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 |
| SSD Cache Acceleration Support | Supported |
Network, ports and expansion
| 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port (2.5G/1G/100M) | 2(2.5G/1G/100M) |
|---|---|
| 10 Gigabit Ethernet Port | 1 x 10GbE SFP+ |
| Wake on LAN (WOL) | Supported |
| Jumbo Frame | Supported |
| PCIe Slot | 1 Slot 1: PCIe Gen 3 x4 Card dimensions for PCIe slot:190 x 68.9x 18.76 mm / 7.48 x 2.71 x 0.74 inches. |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 port | 2 |
Physical, environmental and power
| Form Factor | Tower |
|---|---|
| LED Indicators | Power, Status, LAN, USB, HDD1-4 |
| Buttons | Power, Reset, USB Auto Copy |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 165 × 170 × 226.5 mm |
| Weight (Net) | 1.99 kg |
| Weight (Gross) | 4.8 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 | 90W adapter (12VDC), 100-240VAC |
| Fan | 1 x 120mm, 12VDC |
| System Warning | Buzzer |
| Kensington Security Slot | Supported |
Frequently asked questions about the TS-432X-4G
What is the QNAP TS-432X-4G?
The TS-432X-4G is a four-bay ARM tower NAS with one 10GbE SFP+ port, dual 2.5GbE and PCIe Gen 3 expansion.
Which processor does the TS-432X-4G use?
The TS-432X-4G uses an AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL524 four-core 2.0GHz processor.
How much memory is included with the TS-432X-4G?
The TS-432X-4G includes 4 GB SODIMM DDR4 memory and supports a stated maximum of 16 GB. ECC-memory support is listed.
How many drive bays does the TS-432X-4G have?
It has four 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s drive bays.
Which drive types are supported by the TS-432X-4G?
It supports 3.5-inch SATA hard drives, 2.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drives.
Which network ports are built into the TS-432X-4G?
It includes one 10GbE SFP+ port and two 2.5GbE RJ45 ports.
What expansion options does the TS-432X-4G provide?
It provides one PCIe Gen 3 x4 slot for compatible network or M.2 SSD expansion cards.
What form factor is the TS-432X-4G?
It is a desktop tower NAS.
What are the dimensions of the TS-432X-4G?
Its stated dimensions are 165 × 170 × 226.5 mm.
Does the TS-432X-4G support Docker containers?
Yes. Docker container support is included in the product positioning.
Important information
M.2 SSD slots require a compatible PCIe expansion card.
Check memory-module and PCIe-card compatibility before purchase.
The 10GbE connection uses SFP+ rather than RJ45.
