
QNAP TVS-H1688X-W1250-32G SAN/NAS Storage System 16-Bay Xeon W 3.3GHz 32GB RAM
The QNAP TVS-H1688X-W1250-32G offers 16 drive bays and a powerful Intel Xeon W processor, providing robust storage for demanding business applications.
- High-Performance Processing: Features an Intel Xeon W processor with 6 cores and 12 threads, ensuring smooth multitasking and rapid data processing for critical business workflows.
- Massive Storage Capacity: Supports up to 16 HDDs or SSDs across 16 drive bays, enabling extensive data storage and flexible capacity expansion to meet growing business needs.
- Enterprise-Grade Connectivity: Equipped with 10GbE and 2.5GbE ports, supporting Port Trunking for increased bandwidth and failover for enhanced network reliability.
- ZFS File System: Utilizes the advanced ZFS file system for superior data integrity, offering features like data self-healing and snapshots to protect against data corruption.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The QNAP TVS-H1688X-W1250-32G is a powerful tower NAS system featuring an Intel Xeon W-1250 processor with a 3.3 GHz base clock speed, 32 GB of DDR4 ECC memory, and 16 hot-swappable drive bays supporting 2.5" and 3.5" SATA drives, plus two M.2 slots for caching.
This system boasts integrated 10GbE and 2.5GbE connectivity, supporting RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD for flexible data protection and performance. It runs on the QuTS hero operating system, offering advanced data integrity features and comprehensive management capabilities.
- Intel Xeon W Processor: Delivers robust processing power with 6 cores and 12 threads, enabling efficient handling of complex tasks and multiple simultaneous operations.
- 32GB DDR4 ECC Memory: Provides ample high-speed memory with error correction, ensuring system stability and preventing data errors in critical applications.
- 16 Hot-Swap Drive Bays: Offers extensive storage capacity and allows for drive replacement without system downtime, crucial for maintaining business continuity.
- 10GbE & 2.5GbE Connectivity: Features high-speed network ports for rapid data transfer and supports Port Trunking for increased bandwidth and reliability.
- QuTS hero Operating System: Leverages the ZFS file system for advanced data integrity, including inline data deduplication and compression, enhancing storage efficiency and data protection.
The QNAP TVS-H1688X-W1250-32G is engineered to provide enterprise-grade storage performance and reliability for businesses that cannot afford downtime or data loss.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
Processor10
Memory7
Storage18
Network12
Ports & interfaces8
Power7
Performance23
Weight & dimensions3
Design11
Software7
Packaging content4
Operational conditions1
What This Solves
High-Speed Media Collaboration
Organizations working with large media files, such as video production houses or design firms, require fast, centralized storage for collaborative projects. This NAS provides the necessary throughput and capacity for simultaneous access by multiple users.
Creative agencies, video production studios, architectural firms, post-production houses
Centralized Data Backup & Archiving
Businesses need a reliable solution to back up critical data from servers and workstations, ensuring business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities. This NAS offers ample storage and robust RAID protection for secure data archiving.
SMBs, mid-market companies, distributed branch offices, IT operations teams
Virtualization & iSCSI Storage
Companies running virtualized environments require high-performance storage that can serve virtual machines efficiently. This NAS supports iSCSI, providing block-level storage for VMware, Hyper-V, and other virtualization platforms.
Data centers, IT departments, virtualization administrators, enterprise infrastructure teams
Key Features
Intel Xeon W-1250 Processor
Ensures high-performance processing for demanding applications, enabling efficient multitasking and rapid data handling.
32 GB DDR4 ECC RAM
Provides stability and data integrity with error-correcting code memory, crucial for preventing system crashes and data corruption.
16 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA Drive Bays
Offers extensive storage capacity and flexibility, allowing for large data consolidation and easy expansion as needs grow.
2 x 10GbE RJ45 Ports
Delivers high-speed network connectivity for fast data transfers, reducing bottlenecks in demanding workflows.
QuTS hero Operating System with ZFS
Ensures superior data integrity through advanced features like snapshots and self-healing, protecting critical business data.
Industry Applications
Media & Entertainment
Supports high-speed media collaboration and large file storage required for video editing, rendering, and content creation workflows.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Provides robust storage for IoT data, production logs, and design files, with RAID protection crucial for operational data integrity.
Finance & Insurance
Offers secure, high-availability storage for sensitive financial records and compliance data, with ZFS integrity features.
Legal & Professional Services
Enables secure storage and rapid access to large case files and client data, with advanced data protection and compliance support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum storage capacity supported by this NAS?
The TVS-H1688X-W1250-32G supports up to 16 SATA HDDs or SSDs, with a maximum capacity dependent on the drive sizes installed. It also features two M.2 slots for caching.
Does this NAS support Thunderbolt 3 connectivity?
This model supports installing two QNAP QXP-T32P Thunderbolt 3 PCIe expansion cards (sold separately) to achieve four Thunderbolt 3 ports for high-speed Mac and Windows collaboration.
What RAID levels are supported by this QNAP NAS?
This NAS supports a comprehensive range of RAID levels including 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD, offering flexible data protection and performance configurations.
What operating system does this NAS run?
The NAS runs on QNAP's QuTS hero operating system, version h5.0.1, which is based on the ZFS file system for advanced data integrity and performance.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Manufacturer warranty applies. Contact Zent Networks for warranty terms specific to this product.
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.