QNAP TS-h433eU 4-Bay Compact 1U Short-Depth Rackmount NAS

Ultra-Compact NAS for AI-Powered Edge Storage

The QNAP TS-433eU is a 1U short-depth rackmount NAS built for edge storage and containerized applications in space-constrained environments. Powered by an energy-efficient ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core processor with integrated NPU, the TS-433eU delivers seamless AI image recognition, centralized backup, and high-speed 2.5GbE performance for SMBs and creators.

Highlights

• Short-depth 292.3 mm chassis for flexible installation

• Quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 with integrated NPU

• Built-in 4 GB RAM for reliable multitasking

• Dual 2.5GbE ports for faster networking

• Intelligent AI image recognition with accelerated NPU

• Supports USB JBOD expansion up to 144 TB

• Secure backup with snapshots and AES encryption

Key Features

Compact and Flexible Deployment

• 1U short rackmount design fits into wall-mounted racks and small AV cabinets

• Ideal for offices, factories, surveillance, or remote edge applications

Efficient ARM-Based Architecture

• ARM 64-bit Cortex-A55 quad-core 2.0 GHz processor

• Built-in 4 GB RAM ensures stable operation and smooth multitasking

• AES hardware encryption maintains data security without compromising performance

Accelerated AI Image Recognition

• Built-in NPU speeds up QuMagie smart album AI tasks

• Up to 6x faster face and object recognition with reduced CPU usage

• Ideal for photographers and content creators managing large image libraries

Enhanced Connectivity and Throughput

• Dual 2.5GbE ports improve file transfer and backup speeds

• Port Trunking and SMB Multichannel supported for better bandwidth and redundancy

• SMB Sequential Throughput with 1 x 2.5GbE
  • Read: 282 MB/s
  • Write: 286 MB/s

• Encrypted SMB Throughput
  • Read: 282 MB/s
  • Write: 288 MB/s

Smart Expansion and Protection

• Connect TR-004U USB JBOD for storage expansion up to 144 TB in RAID 5

• Centralized backup from multiple devices and applications

• Snapshot protection mitigates ransomware and accidental data loss

Multimedia and Photo Management

• QuMagie smart albums for AI-organized photo collections

• Facial and subject recognition auto-tags people, places, and things

• Optimized photo search and fast content categorization

Reliability and Warranty

• Backed by a 3-year standard warranty

• Optional warranty extension available for up to 5 years

Summary

The QNAP TS-433eU is a high-efficiency, AI-powered edge NAS tailored for space-limited environments. With a power-efficient quad-core ARM processor, built-in NPU for AI acceleration, and dual 2.5GbE networking, this compact system excels in intelligent file management, fast photo indexing, and secure backups. Perfect for businesses, creators, and edge deployments seeking compact performance with enterprise-class features.

QNAP TS-h433eU Specifications