8-Bay 2U Rackmount NAS
QNAP TS-832PXU-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 and PCIe expansion.
Eight-bay rack storage for fast sharing and hybrid cloud
The QNAP TS-832PXU-4G provides eight SATA bays, dual 10GbE SFP+ and dual 2.5GbE connectivity in a 2U rackmount chassis. Its feature set covers file backup and synchronisation, snapshots, cloud-account backup, cloud storage gateways and capacity expansion for teams building a centralised storage platform.
Key features and benefits
10GbE SFP+ built in
Two 10GbE SFP+ ports support bandwidth-intensive file sharing and backup.
Multi-gigabit copper ports
Two 2.5GbE RJ45 ports add flexible network access alongside SFP+.
Snapshot protection
Snapshots record system status and data to support recovery from accidental deletion or malware.
HBS backup workflows
Hybrid Backup Sync supports backup and synchronisation across NAS, servers and cloud storage.
Hybrid-cloud gateways
Cloud storage gateway support can combine cloud services with local NAS cache space.
PCIe and storage expansion
A PCIe slot and stated TR RAID or TL JBOD support provide expansion paths.
Who is this model best for?
A strong choice for
- 10GbE SFP+ file sharing
- Business backup and synchronisation
- Cloud-account backup with Boxafe
- Snapshot-based data protection
- Organisations expanding storage over time
Consider another model if you need
- You require redundant power supplies
- You need a short-depth rackmount chassis
- You require an x86 processor or built-in M.2 slots
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, 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) | 10.76 kg |
| Weight (Gross) | 12.79 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 PSU, 100 - 240V |
| Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical | 56.412 W Tested with drives fully populated. |
| Fan | 2 x 70mm, 12VDC |
| System Warning | Buzzer |
Frequently asked questions about the TS-832PXU-4G
What is the QNAP TS-832PXU-4G?
It is an eight-bay 2U rackmount NAS with dual 10GbE SFP+, dual 2.5GbE and one PCIe expansion slot.
Which processor does the TS-832PXU-4G use?
The TS-832PXU-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-4G?
The TS-832PXU-4G includes 4 GB UDIMM DDR4 memory and supports a stated maximum of 16 GB.
How many drive bays does the TS-832PXU-4G have?
It has eight 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s drive bays.
Which drive types are supported by the TS-832PXU-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-4G?
It includes two 10GbE SFP+ ports and two 2.5GbE RJ45 ports.
What expansion options does the TS-832PXU-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-4G?
It is a 2U rackmount NAS with a single 250W power supply.
What are the dimensions of the TS-832PXU-4G?
Its stated dimensions are 88.6 × 432 × 511 mm, excluding the ear hook and protruding PSU section.
Can the TS-832PXU-4G expand beyond its eight internal bays?
Yes. The product description states support for QNAP TR RAID expansion enclosures and TL JBOD units.
Important information
The PCIe Gen 2 x2 bandwidth can restrict 10GbE performance.
The stated 56.412 W operating figure was tested with drives fully populated.
Check drive, expansion-card and expansion-enclosure compatibility before purchase.
