Qnap Launches 6Gb SATA JBOD Desktop and Rackmount Enclosure Models

Qnap Systems, Inc. launched 6Gb SATA JBOD enclosure models: the 4/8/16-bay desktop models (TL-D400S, TL-D800S and TL-D1600S), the 4-bay rackmount model (TL-R400S) and the 12-bay rackmount model with redundant power (TL-R1200S-RP).

These storage enclosures are compatible with NAS, PCs and servers, and can be attached using SFF-8088 cables if a QXP PCIe card is installed in the NAS/PC/server. The TL SATA JBOD supports multi-lane 6Gb SATA transfer, and each SATA lane directly connects to a single SATA drive to help improve performance. With the 1-1 high-speed channel, the TL SATA JBOD delivers transfer performance.

NAS users can use the TL SATA JBOD with their NAS, including setting RAID parameters and creating a storage pool using the Storage and Snapshots app. Alternatively, the TL SATA JBOD can be used as a NAS external storage device. Windows, Mac, and Ubuntu users can use the firm’s JBOD Manager desktop utility to obtain and view information about the JBOD status, health, fan speed, and check for firmware updates. A TL SATA JBOD can expand the storage space of NAS, Windows and Ubuntu computers for versatile usage.

“Compared with traditional and expensive SAS JBOD, the TL SATA JBOD provides a high-speed and economic storage expansion solution. The included QXP PCIe expansion card and SFF-8088 cable provide even more convenience for users,” said Jason Hsu, product manager, Qnap.

The TL SATA JBOD package includes a QXP PCIe card and SFF-8088 cable. The TL SATA JBOD supports 3.5-inch/2.5-inch 6Gb SATA drives, with the TL-R1200S-RP featuring a redundant power supply to ensure maximum system uptime. Compatible Qnap NAS models and usage scenarios.

Key specs

JBOD:

Single power supply: