QNAP TS-1232PXU-RP-4G 12-Bay NAS Enclosure | AnnapurnaLabs Alpine CPU, 16GB Max Memory, 10GbE, 2U Rackmount

The QNAP TS-1232PXU-RP-4G is a powerful 12-bay NAS enclosure designed for small to medium-sized businesses requiring high-speed data storage, backup, and collaboration solutions. Equipped with an AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 quad-core 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A57 processor and 4GB of DDR4 RAM (expandable up to 16GB), this 2U rackmount NAS offers exceptional performance for demanding tasks such as data backup, file sharing, and virtualization.

The TS-1232PXU-RP-4G features dual 10GbE SFP+ ports and two 2.5GbE ports for fast and efficient data transfer, making it ideal for organizations that require reliable, high-speed network connectivity. With 12 hot-swappable 3.5-inch SATA bays, it supports a wide range of storage configurations, including hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs).

For added reliability, this NAS includes dual power supplies, ensuring continuous operation even in case of power failure. Additional expansion options are available through the PCIe slot, allowing for M.2 SSD caching or further network expansion.

Key Features:

• Processor: AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 64-bit ARM Cortex-A57, 4-core 1.7GHz
• Memory: 4GB UDIMM DDR4 (expandable up to 16GB)
• Storage Bays: 12 x 3.5-inch SATA bays (hot-swappable), supports HDDs and SSDs
• High-Speed Connectivity: 2 x 10GbE SFP+ ports, 2 x 2.5GbE ports
• Expansion: 1 x PCIe Gen 2 x2 slot for additional network or storage expansion
• Dual Power Supplies: 2 x 250W PSU for redundancy
• USB Ports: 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for external storage or peripherals
• Form Factor: 2U rackmount, ideal for server racks

Specifications:

• CPU: AnnapurnaLabs Alpine AL324 64-bit ARM® Cortex-A57 4-core 1.7GHz
• Max Memory: 16 GB (1 x 16 GB UDIMM DDR4)
• Drive Bays: 12 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s (Hot-swappable)
• Network Ports: 2 x 10GbE SFP+, 2 x 2.5GbE (supports Wake on LAN)
• USB Ports: 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
• PCIe Slot: 1 x PCIe Gen 2 x2 for additional upgrades (e.g., M.2 SSDs via adapter)
• Dimensions: 88.6 mm x 432 mm x 511 mm (HxWxD)
• Weight: Net: 12.94 kg, Gross: 14.94 kg
• Power Supply: Dual 250W PSU (100 - 240V)
• Power Consumption: 83.57 W (fully populated)
• Operating Temperature: 0 - 40°C (32°F - 104°F)
• Relative Humidity: 5-95% RH, non-condensing

Conclusion:

The QNAP TS-1232PXU-RP-4G is a versatile and high-performance 12-bay NAS that provides excellent storage, security, and scalability options for businesses. Its robust processing power, ample memory capacity, and multiple high-speed network interfaces make it perfect for modern data-intensive operations, ensuring smooth workflows and enhanced data protection with dual power supplies for redundancy.