{"product_id":"qnap-ts-1673au-rp","title":"QNAP TS-1673AU-RP 16-Bay Ryzen Rackmount NAS","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-qnap-ts-1673au-rp-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-qnap-ts-1673au-rp-copy { font-family: Inter, Arial, sans-serif; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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QNAP TS-1673AU-RP combines AMD Ryzen processing with dual 2.5GbE networking, redundant power and a rack chassis designed for managed business data. It can support shared folders, scheduled backups and suitably resourced applications, while compatible PCIe adapters provide targeted upgrade paths. Choose drives and software around the workload, then keep independent backups and a tested recovery process alongside the hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage for shared business data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-swappable SATA HDD or SSD storage in a rack chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnapshot and backup tools for supported storage configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnected to the workload\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual 2.5GbE networking with optional PCIe upgrades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ex86 processing for supported virtualisation and containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA considered installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedundant power supplies and optional RAIL-B02 mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerified enclosure expansion with the required host connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose drives for the complete workload\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hot-swappable SATA bays accept compatible hard drives or SATA SSDs, allowing storage to be matched to shared files, backups or active application data. Select the exact drive model, firmware, sector format and endurance against the proposed RAID design. Internal bays are not SAS or U.2 NVMe bays. M.2 storage requires a compatible optional PCIe adapter rather than being included as a built-in slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild the network path around real access\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo 2.5GbE ports provide a useful step beyond Gigabit Ethernet when the switch, clients and cabling support it. Faster networking requires a compatible optional PCIe adapter. Plan card fit and slot bandwidth alongside any storage adapter, and test the complete path with the actual file or backup workload. Aggregation does not automatically combine port speeds for every single transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatch memory and applications with care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse available memory to support the combined storage, backup and application workload. Compatible ECC memory is available as a replacement configuration, using matching supported modules; factory memory is not automatically ECC. Supported virtual machines and containers also need the appropriate guest software, memory and processor headroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the storage operating system deliberately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQTS supplies the familiar EXT4 environment, while compatible QuTS hero configurations provide ZFS data services. QuTS hero needs at least 8GB RAM; inline deduplication requires at least 16GB and benefits from more. Changing operating system requires a separate verified backup and storage reinitialisation. Select the OS around the required applications and data layout before loading production files.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep recovery copies outside the appliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnapshots can preserve earlier states of supported volumes or LUNs, while Hybrid Backup Sync coordinates copies to suitable remote, USB or cloud destinations. These functions address different recovery needs. RAID and snapshots on the same appliance do not protect against every theft, hardware event or compromised administrator account. Keep a protected independent backup and test that important data can be restored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstall with power, cooling and service access in mind\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRAIL-B02 is the verified optional appliance rail kit and is purchased separately. Confirm mounting depth, rack load, ventilation and rear cable clearance before installation. Redundant power supplies support selected supply faults when wired appropriately, but do not replace a suitable electrical design, UPS or recovery plan. Leave the drive and service areas accessible for maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTS-1673AU-RP is a practical choice for organisations building managed rack storage around shared data, backup and supported applications. Match drives, memory and network resources to the actual workload, and expand through a verified host connection. Appropriate monitoring, protected recovery copies and a serviceable rack installation complete the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-1673au-rp-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich drives fit the 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\u003eUse qualified SATA drives for the internal bays. Match the exact model, firmware, sector format and endurance to the proposed RAID and workload. Seagate IronWolf Pro is the recommended NAS HDD family here, subject to exact drive qualification; the recommendation does not automatically qualify every capacity or revision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-1673au-rp-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eIs 10GbE built in?\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. Two 2.5GbE ports are built in; 10GbE requires a compatible optional PCIe adapter. Check the adapter, slot bandwidth, bracket and available space before combining network and storage upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-1673au-rp-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I upgrade memory?\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\u003eFactory memory is non-ECC; compatible ECC may be used as a matching replacement configuration. Two DDR4 UDIMM slots, maximum 64GB using 2 × 32GB; do not mix ECC and non-ECC modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-1673au-rp-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eHow many cameras can it record?\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\u003eThe QVR Surveillance QTS estimate is up to 166 channels under the stated 16-drive RAID 6 recording-only scenario. QVR Surveillance QTS recording-only estimate at 1080p H.264, 30 fps and 4.096 Mb\/s per camera, with all stated SATA bays populated in RAID 6; no AI analysis or local playback. This is a planning estimate, not a certified fixed maximum. Drive performance, retention, network and concurrent workloads affect capacity. QVR Pro includes 8 recording channels on supported QTS. QVR Surveillance provides 2 base channels plus 6 after eligible registration, giving 8 total. Extra channels require the appropriate application licences and a validated recording design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-1673au-rp-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich rails and expansion units should I choose?\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\u003eRAIL-B02 is the verified optional appliance rail kit. The specifications list supported external enclosures, limits and required adapters\/cables. Confirm rack depth, PCIe clearance and the complete supported configuration before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-1673au-rp-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes RAID or redundant power replace a backup?\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. RAID and redundant supplies address selected hardware faults. Keep a protected independent backup, suitable power protection and a tested recovery process for the complete application.\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":41582715371579,"sku":"TS-1673AU-RP-16G","price":5398.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/products\/qnap-ts-1673au-rp-16-bay-rackmount-nas-432785.png?v=1703212139","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/products\/qnap-ts-1673au-rp","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}