{"product_id":"qnap-tl-r1620sep-rp","title":"QNAP TL-R1620Sep-RP 16-Bay SAS SATA Expansion","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-qnap-tl-r1620sep-rp-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-qnap-tl-r1620sep-rp-copy { font-family: Inter, Arial, sans-serif; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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It is an expansion enclosure rather than a standalone NAS: the connected host controls storage, shares and applications. Its SAS expander, multipath support and redundant power can form part of a carefully planned storage expansion. Choose the host, drives and topology as one system before commissioning a larger array.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnterprise SAS Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 × Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 SAS 12Gb\/s wide ports. Multipath and link aggregation require a supported host, HBA, firmware and cabling topology; redundant power does not make this a dual-controller enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor supported QTS and QuTS hero NAS with compatible built-in SAS or a qualified QXP SAS HBA. QTS 4.5.1 or QuTS hero h4.5.1 or later is required; the exact NAS, HBA, firmware and topology must match the compatibility matrix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSixteen Qualified Drive Positions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQualified 3.5-inch SAS HDDs at 12\/6Gb\/s, 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs at 6\/3Gb\/s where applicable. Use one drive type per RAID group; exact drive compatibility is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisks are supplied separately; plan RAID groups and recovery on the host.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServiceable Rack Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3U short-depth chassis with hot-swappable drive bays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual 550W power supplies and three cooling fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eControlled Expansion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily reference supports up to 16 enclosures in a qualified single-path configuration. Multipath configurations have lower topology-specific limits; confirm current host\/HBA support before sizing a chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-year manufacturer warranty; rails are optional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStart with the Host System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor supported QTS and QuTS hero NAS with compatible built-in SAS or a qualified QXP SAS HBA. QTS 4.5.1 or QuTS hero h4.5.1 or later is required; the exact NAS, HBA, firmware and topology must match the compatibility matrix. The enclosure has no independent Ethernet file-sharing service and does not run a separate NAS application platform. A USB, Ethernet or similarly shaped cable does not replace the required SAS connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan Resilient Paths Deliberately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 × Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 SAS 12Gb\/s wide ports. Multipath and link aggregation require a supported host, HBA, firmware and cabling topology; redundant power does not make this a dual-controller enclosure. Route cables and power for the intended failure scenario. A redundant component is only one part of availability; host configuration, drive health and a separate backup still matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSelect the Correct Drive Interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQualified 3.5-inch SAS HDDs at 12\/6Gb\/s, 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs at 6\/3Gb\/s where applicable. Use one drive type per RAID group; exact drive compatibility is required. Do not mix HDDs and SSDs in one RAID group. Check the exact drive model, firmware, sector format and intended RAID layout before ordering or moving an existing array.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScale Storage Without Assuming Every Host Fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily reference supports up to 16 enclosures in a qualified single-path configuration. Multipath configurations have lower topology-specific limits; confirm current host\/HBA support before sizing a chain. Chassis count alone does not establish the usable storage capacity or performance. Account for the selected drives, RAID overhead, supported pool limits and the resources of the connected host.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManage Storage Through the NAS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supported host controls storage groups, pools and applicable snapshots. Enclosure monitoring covers relevant drive and hardware status through the supported management software. This expansion does not add processor or memory resources to the NAS, camera recording licences or application entitlements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstall with Room for Service\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3U chassis measures 425.3mm deep before protruding fittings. Choose the optional RAIL-B02 for a compatible rack, or another exact current rail verified for the rack depth and this enclosure. Allow rear cable clearance, supported power distribution and ventilation. The power ratings are maximum supply capacities rather than a promise of constant consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep Recovery Separate from Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn expansion increases available storage positions; it is not an independent backup merely because it uses a second chassis. Keep another appropriate copy of important data and a tested recovery plan. Any optional service coverage must be confirmed for the registered NAS and attached configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TL-R1620Sep-RP is a way to add enterprise drive capacity when the host, interface and installation have been checked together. Choose it for a supported QTS or QuTS hero SAS topology, with multipath designed around the actual host. A clear compatibility plan, correct drives and separate backups make expansion a practical part of long-term storage management.\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 enclosure 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. It is a SAS storage expansion enclosure, controlled by a supported NAS or other specifically qualified host. It does not provide independent Ethernet shares, a separate NAS operating system or camera licences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich NAS and operating system does it support?\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\u003eFor supported QTS and QuTS hero NAS with compatible built-in SAS or a qualified QXP SAS HBA. QTS 4.5.1 or QuTS hero h4.5.1 or later is required; the exact NAS, HBA, firmware and topology must match the compatibility matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\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\u003eQualified 3.5-inch SAS HDDs at 12\/6Gb\/s, 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs at 6\/3Gb\/s where applicable. Use one drive type per RAID group; exact drive compatibility is required. Do not combine HDD and SSD drive types in the same RAID group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eIs this a dual-controller enclosure?\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. It has a SAS expander and redundant power supplies. Multipath operation depends on a suitable host and cabling; it is different from the paired controller architecture of the TL-R1620Sdc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eHow many expansion units can I connect?\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\u003eFamily reference supports up to 16 enclosures in a qualified single-path configuration. Multipath configurations have lower topology-specific limits; confirm current host\/HBA support before sizing a chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eAre SAS cables and rack rails included?\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\u003eOne 0.5M SFF-8644 Mini-SAS HD cable is included. Power cords, mounting screws and a Quick Installation Guide are also included. Drives and the rack rail kit are separate. Choose the exact supported rail for the mounting depth and plan extra SAS cables where the topology requires them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"QNAP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41582528757819,"sku":"TL-R1620Sep-RP","price":5617.88,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/products\/qnap-tl-r1620sep-rp-16-bay-rackmount-dual-controller-sassata-expansion-951431.png?v=1703212136","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/ja\/products\/qnap-tl-r1620sep-rp","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}