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QNAP TS-431X3 NAS Now Available

by Lyle Smith
QNAP TS-431X3

QNAP has announced the immediate availability of the TS-431X3, their newest NAS featuring quad-core CPU, 10GbE SFP+ and 2.5GbE RJ45 connectivity. The TS-431X3 is designed for businesses with data backup, recovery, and virtualized storage needs by giving them an easy way to deploy a high-speed network environment.

QNAP has announced the immediate availability of the TS-431X3, their newest NAS featuring quad-core CPU, 10GbE SFP+ and 2.5GbE RJ45 connectivity. The TS-431X3 is designed for businesses with data backup, recovery, and virtualized storage needs by giving them an easy way to deploy a high-speed network environment.

QNAP TS-431X3

Under the hood, the TS-431X3 is highlighted by a quad-core 1.7 GHz processor, up to 8GB in RAM (4GB standard), and support for high bandwidth for speedy and intensive data transmission. Moreover, those who equip it with QNAP QSW series switch can build a 10GbE network solution to deploy containerized applications. The TS-431X3 also features 2.5GbE  for those in need of low-latency file sharing and team collaboration and a tool-less and lockable drive bays, the latter which makes drive installation simple, safe and secure.

Snapshot technology is supported by the TS-431X3, while the HBS app allows for backup to local, off-site and cloud storage, which gives users the ability to create a comprehensive disaster recovery plan. addition, the Notification Center centralizes the management and system monitoring from a single app.

QNAP indicates the following other features:

  • Surveillance Station allows for building a secure surveillance system
  • Qsync automatically synchronizes files between NAS, mobile devices and computers
  • QmailAgent enables centralized management of multiple email accounts
  • Qfiling automates file organization
  • Qsirch quickly finds needed files.
  • Users can also download companion mobile apps to remotely access their NAS to improve work efficiency.

TS-431X3 Specifications

CPU Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-314 4-core 1.7 GHz
CPU Architecture 32-bit ARM
Floating Point Unit Yes
Encryption Engine Yes
System Memory 4 GB SODIMM DDR3 (1 x 4 GB)
Maximum Memory 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Memory Slot 1 x SO-DIMM DDR3L
Flash Memory 512 MB (Dual boot OS protection)
Drive Bay 4x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
Drive Compatibility 3.5-inch bays:
3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives
2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives
2.5-inch SATA solid state drives
Hot-swappable Yes
SSD Cache Acceleration Support Yes
Gigabit Ethernet Port (RJ45) 1
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port (2.5G/1G/100M) 1
10 Gigabit Ethernet Port 1 x 10GbE SFP+
Jumbo Frame Yes
USB 3.2 Gen 1 port 3
Form Factor Tower
LED Indicators Power, Status, LAN, USB, HDD1-4
Buttons Power, Reset, USB Auto Copy
Dimensions (HxWxD) 6.34 × 6.3 × 8.62 inch
Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C (32°F – 104°F)
Relative Humidity 5-95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27˚C (80.6˚F)
Power Supply Unit 90W Adapter, 100-240V
Fan 1 x 120mm, 12VDC
System Warning Buzzer
Kensington Security Slot Yes
Max. Number of Concurrent Connections (CIFS) 400

Availability

The TS-431X3 NAS is now available.

QNAP TS-431X3