Qnap: TAS-168/268 NAS Support QTS and Android Dual Systems

Qnap Systems, Inc. announced QTS-Android Combo NAS – TAS-168 and TAS-268 which support QTS and Android dual systems.

Both systems share the same storage database, allowing users to simultaneously access media files and documents from company’s NAS OS QTS and Android. With a compact mini-tower design, the TAS-168/268 fits in homes and small offices. Coupled with up to terabytes of storage capacity and 4K (H.265 and H.264) HDMI output, the TAS-168/268 is a budget-friendly multimedia NAS with unlimited app applications for modern digital lifestyles.

TAS-168 NAS front and rear

Powered by an ARM v7 1.1GHz dual-core processor with 2GB DDR3 RAM, these NAS supports terabytes of storage capacity and is designed as a media NAS optimised for home use. Users can connect a keyboard, mouse and HDMI display to directly manage, edit and play files stored on the TAS-168/268 via Android system, without needing an additional PC.

TAS-268 NAS front and rear

With the TAS-168/268, users can download various videos and educational apps from Google Play on Android, or install Qnap apps and access other app marketplaces from Qmarket. Whether enjoying 4K (H.265 and H.264) videos, streaming videos from Android apps, using apps as e-learning tools or centrally managing files, the QTS-Android Combo NAS TAS-168/268 is a choice for enjoying infinite applications and fun.

QTS RTRR/rsync functions helps backup files on the TAS-168/268 to another NAS. With the Android interface displayed via HDMI, users can use apps to browse multimedia files on another company’ NAS, or install the Vmobile app to monitor IP cameras from the Surveillance Station of another NAS. With another NAS using QTS 4.2, users can activate the remote connection function in File Station to manage share folders in the TAS-168/268 through FTP, WebDAV and CIFS/SMB.

With various VPN apps available in Google Play, users can stream media contents from blocked sites, or create a secure OpenVPN tunnel between the TAS and another NAS to process remote backup tasks. The TAS-168/268 is a  file centre for synchronisation. Users can synchronise their files across multiple connected devices using Qsync or use Cloud Drive Sync to synchronise files to Google Drive and Dropbox.

The TAS-168/268 provides a way to create a secure personal cloud which alleviates the storage limitations and data security concerns of public cloud services. myQNAPcloud provides multiple remote access services for users to access, manage and share multimedia files on the TAS-168/268 from anywhere with a web browser. Users can access and browse files on TAS-168/268 by using firm’s mobile apps.

Key specifications of models:

• TAS-268:2-bay mini-tower NAS

• TAS-168:1-bay mini-tower NAS

• ARM v7 1.1GHz dual-core processor, 2GB DDR3 RAM; 3.5″ 3Gb SATA HDD; 1xUSB 3.0 port; 4xUSB 2.0 port; 1xGbE LAN port; 1xHDMI output

The TAS-168 and TAS-268 NAS are available.