QNAP TS-h973AX-8G – 9-Bay NAS with AMD Ryzen V1500B, 8GB RAM, and 10GbE Connectivity

The QNAP TS-h973AX-8G is a compact yet robust 9-bay NAS designed to meet the storage and performance needs of modern businesses and professionals. Powered by the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B quad-core processor running at 2.2 GHz and equipped with 8GB DDR4 ECC memory (expandable up to 64GB), this NAS delivers outstanding multitasking capabilities, reliability, and data integrity.

Its innovative design includes a mix of 5 x 3.5" SATA bays and 4 x 2.5" U.2 NVMe SSD bays, enabling tiered storage configurations for optimized performance. The built-in 10GbE connectivity and dual 2.5GbE LAN ports ensure ultra-fast file sharing and data transfers, making it ideal for virtualization, video editing, and large-scale backups.

 

TS-h973AX
Enhance business productivity using the quad-core 9-bay QuTS hero NAS that supports U.2 NVMe SSD and 10GbE/2.5GbE connectivity

Dual U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 3 x4 SSD slots for optimal I/O and low latency
The TS-h973AX has four 2.5-inch SSD slots - with slots 1 & 2 supporting both high-performance U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 3 x4 SSDs or economical SATA 6Gb/s SSDs. For tackling latency-sensitive applications, you can take advantage of U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 3 x4 SSDs that supply up to 32Gb/s bandwidth to attain optimized performance and efficiency. You can also use QNAP’s QDA adapter to replace U.2 NVMe SSDs with cost-efficient M.2 NVMe SSDs to maintain high-level performance while saving more costs.

 

Leverage the M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD to U.2 Adapter
Install one or more QDA adapter in the TS-h973AX (Slot 1 and Slot 2) to maximize PCIe bandwidth utilization in a cost-effective way by using M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD instead of the U.2 SSD for optimizing data-intensive applications. It can also boost IOPS performance when configuring SSD caching. Users can monitor drive health and manage SSD usage from the QTS Storage & Snapshots Manager. The M.2 SSD installed in the QDA adapter is hot swappable.

QDA-UMP: Accommodates an M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
QDA-U2MP*: Accommodates two M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSDs
QDA-UMP4: Accommodates an M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD (Compatible with PCIe 3.0)

 

 

ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system enhances NAS performance and data integrity
QuTS hero combines the app-based QTS with the 128-bit ZFS file system to provide flexible storage management, comprehensive data protection, and optimized performance to tackle the complexity and performance demands of modern IT. From storage management, virtualization, to collaborative media workflows, QuTS hero streamlines your business-critical tasks.

 

 

All-in-one virtual machine and container hosting solution
You can count on Virtualization Station and Container Station for comprehensive virtualization support. Coupled with the Network & Virtual Switch app that boosts interoperability between virtual machines, containers, QNAP NAS, and other physical devices on the network, you can flexibly allocate physical and virtual network resources to simplify network deployment.

 

 

Flexible and economical storage expansion
The storage capacity of the TS-h973AX can be expanded using USB-based expansion enclosures. Two QNAP TR RAID (4-bay TR-004, 2-bay TR-002) can be easily attached and managed using the Storage & Snapshots Manager app.

 

 

Real-time SnapSync ensures minimal RPO with real-time disaster recovery
Real-time SnapSync ensures that both the primary and secondary NAS maintain identical data. When data is written to the source, it is immediately written to the destination. If the primary NAS goes offline, IT staff can simply adjust the privilege settings of the secondary NAS to ensure continuous operations. SnapSync provides the strongest support for nonstop business operations and helps users to reduce the risk of data loss.

 

Streamline large file transfers and video editing with 10GbE and 2.5GbE
The TS-h973AX has one 10GBASE-T Multi-Gig (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M) port and two 2.5GbE RJ45 (2.5G/1G/100M) ports, providing out-of-the-box support for high-speed networking and supporting Port Trunking and Failover to reinforce your network infrastructure. QNAP also provide many other high-speed networking solutions, including 10GbE/2.5GbE managed/unmanaged switches, 2.5GbE/5GbE/10GbE PCIe cards and USB 5GbE adapters for Windows®/Linux® workstations, allowing you to build a budget-friendly high-speed network environment for productive team collaboration.

 

Key Features:

• Processor: AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU.
• Memory: 8GB DDR4 ECC RAM, upgradeable to 64GB.
• Storage Bays:
  • 5 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA HDD/SSD bays.
  • 4 x 2.5" U.2 NVMe SSD bays for ultra-fast storage.
• Networking:
  • 1 x 10GbE SFP+ port.
  • 2 x 2.5GbE RJ45 ports.
• Expansion Slots: PCIe Gen3 x4 for additional functionality (e.g., 10GbE/25GbE cards or GPUs).
• Operating System: QuTS hero, based on ZFS, offering advanced features like inline deduplication, compression, and snapshots.
• RAID Support: RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and advanced ZFS RAID configurations for unparalleled data protection.
• Cooling: Intelligent cooling with quiet fans for optimal temperature management.
• Virtualization Ready: Compatible with VMware, Citrix, and Microsoft Hyper-V.

 

Who Is It For?

• Content Creators & Media Professionals: Ideal for video editing and managing large multimedia files.
• IT Departments: Reliable and scalable storage solution with enterprise-grade features.
• Businesses with High Data Demands: Supports virtualization, database hosting, and extensive backups.
• Tech Enthusiasts: Offers cutting-edge storage technology and flexibility for advanced use cases.

 

Why Choose the QNAP TS-h973AX-8G?

1. High-Performance Hardware: AMD Ryzen CPU and ECC RAM ensure reliability and speed.
2. Hybrid Storage Flexibility: Unique 9-bay configuration for tiered storage optimization.
3. Blazing-Fast Networking: Built-in 10GbE and 2.5GbE ports eliminate network bottlenecks.
4. Data Security: Advanced ZFS features for unparalleled data protection and storage efficiency.
5. Future-Ready: PCIe expandability allows for hardware upgrades as needs grow.

 

The QNAP TS-h973AX-8G is a powerhouse NAS that brings enterprise-level storage capabilities to small and medium-sized businesses. With its blend of performance, scalability, and robust software features, it’s the perfect solution for demanding workloads. Upgrade your storage with the TS-h973AX-8G today!