{"product_id":"qnap-tl-r1200c-rp","title":"QNAP TL-R1200C-RP 12-Bay Rackmount USB JBOD Expansion","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-qnap-tl-r1200c-rp-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-qnap-tl-r1200c-rp-copy { font-family: Inter, Arial, sans-serif; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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Its 12-bay 2U rackmount enclosure holds compatible SATA drives for an additional storage pool, a backup target or larger working collections. USB 3.2 Gen2 provides a 10Gb\/s interface, while the connected system handles RAID and data management. Match the host, USB controller and storage layout before installation to make expansion straightforward and keep recovery arrangements clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Right Drive Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 drive positions for the supported disk types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrives are separate; exact compatibility matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Defined Host Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10Gb\/s USB host link.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHost, cable and firmware requirements stay explicit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedundant power supplies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact optional rail kit required for rack installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage with a Recovery Plan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHost-managed applications and camera entitlements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent backup remains a separate requirement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne Cable for a Larger Drive Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C host connection, up to 10Gb\/s shared across the enclosure; backwards connection requires a supported USB 3.2 Gen1 or faster host. A Type-C socket describes the connector, not a promise of Thunderbolt operation. Use a suitable cable and a supported controller, and connect the enclosure directly to the host. A slower supported USB port will limit the available interface speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Software RAID on the Host\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHost-managed software RAID; no onboard hardware RAID. On NAS, create a separate pool or volume; it cannot join the internal NAS pool and cannot host NAS applications. This gives the supported NAS or computer control over the disk layout. Select an appropriate RAID level and account for parity, mirroring and file-system overhead before estimating usable capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep Monitoring Close to Your Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Snapshots on a supported NAS; QNAP JBOD Manager for enclosure health on supported Windows\/Ubuntu systems. The computer operating system manages software RAID. The enclosure provides relevant drive, link, fan and status indicators. Monitoring can help you notice a fault, but it does not replace a separate tested backup or prevent every drive failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Expansion for the Right Role\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn enclosure can provide extra working space or a backup destination. A second chassis connected permanently to the same host is not automatically an independent or ransomware-resistant backup. Keep another suitable copy of important data and confirm the safe connection and disconnection procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstall for Access and Airflow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2U rackmount enclosure measures 88.6 × 482 × 562.5mm H × W × D, excluding rack ears and protruding power-supply fittings. Optional RAIL-B02. Confirm cabinet depth, rack-post spacing and rear cable\/service clearance. 2 × 250W redundant power supplies; 100–240V AC. Supply ratings are power capacity, not constant operating consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep Backup and Recording Requirements Separate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enclosure adds storage, not a standalone surveillance recorder. Maximum camera channels, included licences, recording performance and retention depend on the host NAS and recording software. Expanding disk space does not automatically increase those limits. Maintain a separate current backup and a tested recovery plan. Any optional NASCare scope must be confirmed for the registered NAS and attached configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TL-R1200C-RP is a practical way to add extra SATA drive space through USB when the complete connection and storage layout have been planned. Match the host, drives and installation hardware first, then size RAID, recording retention and separate backups around the work. This keeps the expansion useful, serviceable and clear to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan this work as a standalone NAS?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is an expansion or direct-attached storage enclosure. It requires a compatible NAS or computer and does not offer independent Ethernet file sharing, NAS applications or surveillance recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes this enclosure provide hardware RAID?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eHost-managed software RAID; no onboard hardware RAID. On NAS, create a separate pool or volume; it cannot join the internal NAS pool and cannot host NAS applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich drives can I install?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e12 × 3.5-inch drive positions supporting compatible 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs; SATA 6Gb\/s and 3Gb\/s. Keep HDD and SSD types in separate RAID groups. Verify exact drive model, firmware, sector format and capacity compatibility. Drives are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich host and software do I need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eQualified QNAP QTS 4.4.2 or later \/ supported QuTS hero NAS, Windows or Ubuntu host with a supported USB controller. Connect directly, without a USB hub or docking station; ASM1142-based ports and USB-U31A2P01 are not supported. On NAS, the expansion pool remains separate from internal storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhat is included, and do I need rack rails?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnclosure, USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C to Type-A cable, 2 power cords, drive mounting screws and Quick Installation Guide. Drives and any rack rail kit are separate. Optional RAIL-B02. Confirm cabinet depth, rack-post spacing and rear cable\/service clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWill it increase my maximum surveillance camera count?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdding drive space may extend recording retention, but it does not add camera licences or increase the host CPU, memory or software limits. Check the exact NAS, recording application, licence entitlement and workload. RAID and attached expansion are not replacements for an independent backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"QNAP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41582693711931,"sku":"TL-R1200C-RP","price":1578.77,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/products\/qnap-tl-r1200c-rp-12-bay-rackmount-expansion-240050.png?v=1703212136","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/fil\/products\/qnap-tl-r1200c-rp","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}