{"product_id":"qnap-ts-673a","title":"QNAP TS-673A 6-Bay Ryzen Tower NAS","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-qnap-ts-673a-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-qnap-ts-673a-copy { font-family: Inter, Arial, sans-serif; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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Its AMD Ryzen processor, dual 2.5GbE networking and separate NVMe slots bring useful capability to a compact tower, while two PCIe slots leave a route to faster networking or supported expansion. Choose the storage operating system around the job, then build a recovery strategy that protects the work behind the files.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAMD Ryzen V1500B with four cores and eight threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual 2.5GbE networking with optional PCIe network upgrades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate NVMe slots for supported caching or storage roles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQTS flexibility or QuTS hero ZFS storage with suitable memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScheduled backup, snapshots and expandable surveillance support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA capable platform for everyday business storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ryzen V1500B keeps shared folders, backup services and supported business applications on one manageable system. Its four cores and eight threads provide a useful foundation for mixed office activity, with hardware encryption acceleration for supported tasks. Assess the complete workload when planning performance: drive selection, network links and simultaneous services matter as much as the processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep flash acceleration separate from the drive bays\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated NVMe slots allow compatible SSDs to serve supported caching or storage roles without occupying the front SATA bays. Each slot uses a PCIe Gen3 x1 connection, so it should be planned around the application rather than the headline speed of a newer SSD. Use suitably sized heatsinks and verify the drive, firmware and cache configuration before deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild a network upgrade around the system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo built-in 2.5GbE ports offer a practical step beyond Gigabit Ethernet when the switch and clients support it. Two PCIe Gen3 x4 slots can accept compatible network or storage cards for a more demanding installation. Link aggregation requires a suitable network configuration; it does not automatically give a single transfer the combined speed of both ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose QTS or ZFS with the right memory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQTS provides the familiar EXT4 storage environment and supported Qtier configurations. QuTS hero offers ZFS features such as data integrity checking, compression and supported deduplication. QuTS hero needs at least 8GB RAM, while deduplication needs at least 16GB and benefits from more. Switching operating systems reinitialises storage, so make and verify a separate backup first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBring backup and recovery into the same plan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybrid Backup Sync coordinates scheduled copies to another NAS, supported cloud storage or a connected backup drive. Snapshots provide useful recovery points for supported volumes, shared folders and iSCSI LUNs, according to the selected operating system. Keep a separate, tested backup: RAID and snapshots on the same appliance do not protect against every equipment failure, stolen system or compromised administrator account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShare information with clearer control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSMB and NFS file services connect business workstations and supported servers, while directory integration, shared-folder permissions and encrypted connections help administrators manage access. Qsync supports synchronised working folders for suitable clients. Set permissions around the team and its applications rather than giving every user broad access, and keep the NAS and applications updated as part of normal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse applications with resources to match\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirtualization Station and Container Station can place suitable virtual machines and containers near their storage. Available memory, processor demand, licensing and operating-system support determine what should run together. Reserve resources for file services, backups and surveillance before adding other workloads. Hardware encryption acceleration helps supported security tasks, but does not remove the need for sound access controls and recovery procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTS-673A is a considered choice for teams wanting capable shared storage today and clear upgrade paths for tomorrow. Match the drives, memory and operating system to the workload, then add compatible networking or expansion only where it brings a practical benefit. Independent backups and monitored operation remain essential parts of a dependable installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-673a-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eAre drives and upgrade cards 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\u003eThe NAS is supplied without storage drives. Optional networking, NVMe adapters and external expansion equipment are purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-673a-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich operating system 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\u003eQTS supplied; QuTS hero alternative requires at least 8GB RAM. Switching OS reinitialises storage. Select QTS or QuTS hero around the application, storage layout and required features, and keep an independent backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-673a-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I expand storage beyond the built-in bays?\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\u003eYes. Supported USB, SATA, SAS and USB4 expansion enclosures are listed in the specifications. USB4 requires the optional QXP-40G2UC card, a supported BIOS\/firmware combination and direct USB4 cabling. Expansion types have different pool rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-673a-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eHow many cameras can the NAS 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\u003eQVR Surveillance QTS planning estimate up to 66 recording channels for the factory memory configuration, subject to the stated scenario and licences. QVR Surveillance QTS planning estimate for recording only, 1080p H.264, 30 fps and 4.096 Mb\/s per camera, with all SATA bays populated in RAID 6; no AI analysis or local playback. An estimate is not a certified model maximum. Actual capacity depends on drives, retention, network and other workloads. QVR Pro on supported QTS provides 8 included camera channels. QVR Surveillance provides 2 base channels plus 6 additional channels after eligible registration, giving 8 in total. Additional channels require the applicable licences and supported software.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-673a-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes RAID replace a separate 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 can maintain access through selected drive faults, while snapshots can help recover supported earlier states. Neither replaces a separate backup against theft, major hardware failure or compromised credentials. Keep protected copies and test that important data can be restored.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-qnap-ts-673a-copy-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich service and storage add-ons 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\u003eThe 5–8-bay NASCare tier is the relevant starting point for this chassis, subject to service eligibility. Choose a qualified NAS drive from the recommended IronWolf family and confirm its exact model and firmware against the intended RAID and workload.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"QNAP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41368784797755,"sku":"TS-673A-8G","price":1644.51,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/products\/qnap-ts-673a-ts-x73a-series-6-bay-tower-nas-687690.png?v=1690970658","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/products\/qnap-ts-673a","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}