QNAP QXP-40G2UC Dual-Port USB4 PCIe Expansion Card

A Faster Connection for Your Next Storage Expansion The QNAP QXP-40G2UC adds two USB4 Type-C ports to a compatible QNAP NAS through a PCIe expansion slot. It provides a direct connection for supported USB4 storage expansion, including the TL-D810TC4 and TL-R1210TC4-RP, without turning the enclosure into a network device. For backup repositories, growing media libraries and bulk file transfers, the right host connection matters as much as the drive enclosure. This card offers up to 40Gb/s USB4 signalling and UASP support, with installation governed by the NAS model, PCIe slot, operating system and any required BIOS update. Highlights Two USB4 Type-C ports, supporting up to 40Gb/s signalling PCIe Gen4 x4 host interface with an ASMedia ASM4242 controller UASP support and compatibility with supported Thunderbolt 4 and USB 3.x devices Low-profile bracket pre-installed, with full-height bracket supplied Designed for verified compatible QNAP NAS models running supported QTS or QuTS hero Key Features Give USB4 Storage the Host Interface It Needs Use the QXP-40G2UC to connect a supported USB4 enclosure to a compatible NAS that requires an optional host card. The TL-D810TC4 and TL-R1210TC4-RP do not operate through a conventional USB 3-only host connection. Check the host, enclosure, firmware and USB4 cable together before selecting the complete setup. A Direct Expansion Path The two Type-C ports offer a high-speed external storage route without adding a storage-network connection. Actual transfers depend on the NAS platform, PCIe link, storage devices, enclosure, cable and workload. The interface rating is not a guaranteed file-transfer speed or a promise of simultaneous full-rate operation on both ports. Match the NAS Before Installation Listed compatible NAS families include TS-264, TS-464, TS-464U, TS-464U-RP, TS-467X, TS-473A, TVS-h474, QVP-63B, TS-664, TS-667X, TS-673A, TS-h665, TS-h665U, TS-h665U-RP, TVS-h674, TVS-h674T, TS-h1065eU, TS-h1065eU-RP, TS-h1077AFU, TS-1264U-RP, TS-1273AU-RP, TS-h1277AXU-RP, TVS-h1277AX, TS-h1465U-RP, TS-1655, TS-1673AU-RP, TS-h1677AXU-RP, TVS-h1677AX, TS-h2477AXU-RP, TS-h3077AFU. Support is model- and slot-specific, and some systems require a minimum BIOS version. A free PCIe slot alone does not establish compatibility. The card does not add PCIe expansion capability to a NAS that has no compatible internal slot. Fit the Chassis Correctly The low-profile bracket is pre-installed and a full-height bracket is included for supported chassis arrangements. Shut down the NAS and disconnect power before installation, then follow the manufacturer’s slot and BIOS requirements. Drives, an expansion enclosure and connection cables are separate parts of the storage design. Summary The QXP-40G2UC is a focused upgrade for a compatible QNAP NAS that needs a USB4 storage-expansion connection. Pair it with a supported enclosure and cable, and verify the exact NAS model, slot, BIOS and operating system before ordering. Frequently Asked Questions Will It Fit Every QNAP NAS?ExpandCollapse No. Check the exact NAS model, available PCIe slot, required BIOS and supported operating system. Compact models without a compatible internal PCIe slot cannot use this card. Which USB4 Enclosures Can It Connect?ExpandCollapse It provides the host connection for supported QNAP USB4 expansion models including TL-D810TC4 and TL-R1210TC4-RP. The complete NAS, card and enclosure combination must appear in the relevant compatibility lists. Can I Use an Ordinary USB 3 Port Instead?ExpandCollapse The TL-D810TC4 and TL-R1210TC4-RP require a supported USB4 or Thunderbolt connection and do not support a USB 3-only host path. This card itself supports appropriate USB 3.x devices, but that does not make those USB4 enclosures USB 3 compatible. Does 40Gb/s Mean That Every Transfer Runs at That Speed?ExpandCollapse No. It is the maximum interface signalling rate. Usable throughput depends on the host, PCIe link, enclosure, drives, cable and workload, with protocol overhead. Two ports do not guarantee two simultaneous full-rate transfers. Are Both Bracket Sizes Included?ExpandCollapse Yes. QNAP lists a low-profile bracket pre-installed and a full-height bracket included. Confirm that the card and selected bracket fit the approved slot and chassis. Which Operating Systems Are Supported?ExpandCollapse The manufacturer lists QTS 5.2.x or later and QuTS hero 5.2.x for compatible QNAP NAS systems. Enclosure support can require a later release or minimum BIOS. Do not assume this is a universally supported Windows or Mac host card. Baca selengkapnya