QNAP TS-h3087XU-RP 30-Bay NAS Enclosure

Overview

The QNAP TS-H3087XU-RP-E2378-64G-US is a 30-bay rackmount NAS enclosure designed to provide growing businesses with a scalable and reliable shared storage solution. It supports twenty-four 3.5-inch hard drives alongside six 2.5-inch SSDs, allowing a mix of high-capacity storage and fast flash drives to optimize performance for demanding workloads. Powered by an Intel Xeon E-2378 eight-core processor and 64 GB of ECC memory, this system handles virtualization, multi-user file sharing, and intensive backup tasks with ease.

Equipped with dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports and dual 2.5 Gigabit ports, it ensures fast data transfer for large media files and everyday network traffic. The two PCIe Gen 4 slots offer room for expansion with additional network cards or SAS adapters. Running on the QuTS hero operating system based on ZFS, it delivers data integrity, inline deduplication, compression, and real-time SnapSync for efficient backup and replication.

Key features

• Mix of 3.5-inch SATA bays and 2.5-inch SSD bays to balance capacity and speed for various storage needs
• Intel Xeon E-2378 eight-core processor that supports multitasking and virtualization workloads
• 64 GB DDR4 ECC memory with the option to expand to 128 GB for future-proofing performance
• Dual 10 GbE ports for rapid transfer of large files and VM images, plus dual 2.5 GbE ports for standard network traffic
• PCIe Gen 4 slots that allow adding high-speed network or storage expansion cards to customize the system
• QuTS hero OS with ZFS file system ensures data integrity through end-to-end checksums and protects against corruption
• Inline deduplication and compression automatically optimize storage space, reducing costs and improving efficiency
• Real-time SnapSync keeps remote backups synchronized for instant failover and disaster recovery
• Redundant 800-watt power supplies and four 80 mm fans maintain uptime and optimal cooling even during component failures
• Energy-efficient design helps control operating costs while maintaining high performance

Key specs

• Processor: Intel Xeon E-2378 eight-core
• Memory: 64 GB DDR4 ECC, expandable to 128 GB
• Drive bays: 24 x 3.5-inch SATA, 6 x 2.5-inch SSD
• Network ports: 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 2 x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
• Expansion slots: 2 x PCIe Gen 4
• Power supplies: Redundant 800-watt units
• Cooling: Four 80 mm fans
• Operating system: QuTS hero based on ZFS

Connectivity and compatibility

This NAS enclosure offers versatile connectivity options to fit into various network environments. The dual 10 GbE ports provide high-speed connections ideal for transferring large media files or running virtual machines, while the dual 2.5 GbE ports handle everyday network traffic efficiently. The PCIe Gen 4 slots allow adding specialized network interface cards or SAS adapters, enabling integration with existing infrastructure or expansion for additional storage tiers.

Performance and reliability

Designed for demanding business environments, the system’s Intel Xeon processor and ECC memory ensure stable and consistent performance under heavy workloads. The ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system protects data integrity with end-to-end checksums and supports inline deduplication and compression to maximize storage efficiency. Redundant power supplies and multiple cooling fans keep the system running smoothly, minimizing downtime and protecting critical data.

Ideal uses and environments

This NAS enclosure is well suited to businesses that require large-scale, reliable storage with fast access speeds. It fits well in environments such as media production studios handling 4K video editing, IT departments managing virtualization hosts, and organizations needing secure backup and disaster recovery solutions. Its scalable memory and expansion options make it a strong choice for companies anticipating growth or evolving storage demands.