QNAP TS-873A-8G Quad Core 8 Bay Desktop Network Attached Storage Enclosure
Overview :
Robust Processing Power: The QNAP TS-253E-8G is equipped with an Intel Celeron J6412 quad-core processor, clocked at up to 2.6 GHz, and 8GB of DDR4 RAM. This combination ensures that the NAS can handle intensive tasks such as running multiple virtual machines, managing large file transfers, and supporting complex applications without performance bottlenecks.
Enhanced Network Speed: Featuring dual 2.5GbE ports, the TS-253E-8G offers significantly faster network speeds compared to standard Gigabit Ethernet. This allows for quicker data transfers, smoother streaming, and improved overall network efficiency. The dual ports can also be combined using port trunking to achieve up to 5Gbps throughput, making it ideal for high-demand environments.
Advanced Storage Capabilities: The NAS includes dual M.2 2280 PCIe slots for NVMe SSDs, which can be used for caching to accelerate system performance. This feature is particularly beneficial for applications requiring high-speed data access, such as databases and video editing, as it reduces latency and improves read/write speeds.
Versatile Multimedia Support: With dual HDMI outputs, the TS-253E-8G supports direct 4K video playback and real-time transcoding. This makes it an excellent choice for multimedia enthusiasts who want to stream high-definition content directly to their TV or monitor. Additionally, it can be used for surveillance monitoring, providing clear and detailed video feeds.
Reliable and Future-Proof: QNAP ensures that the TS-253E-8G will be available and supported for an extended period, making it a dependable choice for businesses that need consistent NAS models across different locations. This long-term support helps in maintaining uniformity and reliability in IT infrastructure, reducing the need for frequent upgrades.
Specification :
| Model | QNAP TS-873A-8G |
| CPU | |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B 4-core/8-thread 2.2 GHz processor |
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit x 86 |
| CPU Core | 4 |
| CPU Frequency | 2.2GHz |
| Hardware Encryption Engine | Yes(AES-NI) |
| Memory | |
| System Memory | 8 GB SODIMM DDR4 (1 x 8 GB) |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) |
| Memory Slot | 2 x SODIMM DDR4 |
| Support ECC memory | |
| Flash Memory | 5GB (Dual boot OS protection) |
| Storage | |
| Drive Bays | 8 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s |
| Compatible Drive Type | 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives |
| 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives | |
| M.2 Slot | 2 x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 x1 slots |
| Hot Swappable Drive | Yes |
| External Ports | |
| 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port (2.5G/1G/100M) | 2 (2.5G/1G/100M) |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Port | 3 x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps |
| 1 x Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps | |
| PCIe Slot | Slot 1: PCIe Gen 3 x4 |
| Slot 2: PCIe Gen 3 x4 | |
| File System | |
| Supported Client OS | Apple Mac OS 10.10 or later |
| Ubuntu 14.04, CentOS 7, RHEL 6.6, SUSE 12 or later Linux | |
| IBM AIX 7, Solaris 10 or later UNIX | |
| Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10 and 11 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 and 2022 | |
| Supported Browsers | Apple Safari (latest version) |
| Google Chrome (latest version) | |
| Microsoft Edge (latest version) | |
| Mozilla Firefox (latest version) | |
| LUN feature | LUN Mapping (LUN can be moved between iSCSI and FC) |
| LUN Masking | |
| WWPN Aliases Import/Export | |
| FC Port Group | |
| FC Port Binding | |
| Multipath IO (MPIO) | |
| Online LUN capacity expansion | |
| LUN snapshot | |
| LUN snapshot replication and clone | |
| RAID Type | 8-bay (and more): JBOD, Single, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| 6-bay: JBOD, Single, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 | |
| 4-bay: JBOD, Single, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 | |
| 2-bay: JBOD, Single, RAID 0, 1 | |
| Others | |
| Fan | System fan: 2 x 120mm |
| CPU fan: 1 x 60mm | |
| System Warning | Buzzer |
| Power Consumption | 54.067 W (Operating Mode) |
| 25.668 W (HDD Sleep Mode) | |
| Power Supply Unit | 250W, 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, 3.5A |
| LED Indicators | Status/Power |
| USB | |
| LAN | |
| Drive 1-8 | |
| M.2 SSD 1-2 | |
| Buttons | Power |
| Reset | |
| USB Auto Copy | |
| AC Input Power Voltage | 100V to 240V AC |
| Operating Temperature | 0 – 40 °C (32°F – 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20 – 70°C (-4°F – 158°F) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Dimensions(Height x Width x Depth) | 180.2 × 329.3 × 280.8 mm |
| Net Weight | 7.4kg |
| Warranty | 3 Year Brand Warranty |
| Package Contents | TS-873A |
| Ethernet cable x 1 | |
| Power Cord x 1 | |
| Flat head screw x 24 (for 3.5″ HDD) | |
| Flat head screw x 24 (for 2.5″ HDD) | |
| M.2 SSD Heatsink x 2 | |
| Drive tray keys x 2 | |
| Quick Installation Guide (QIG) |

