The QNAP TL-R1220SEP-RP 2U 12BAY is a high-performance SAS 12Gb/s storage expansion enclosure designed to significantly expand the storage capacity of your QTS or QuTS hero NAS. With capabilities to daisy-chain multiple units for massive raw capacity, alongside advanced data transfer technologies, it provides a robust solution for archiving virtualization applications, surveillance recordings, large datasets, and multimedia.

Key Features at a Glance

  • SAS 12Gb/s storage expansion enclosure for QTS/QuTS hero NAS.
  • Supports up to 3.4PB raw capacity by daisy-chaining up to sixteen enclosures.
  • Features Broadcom® SAS DataBolt™ bandwidth optimization technology.
  • Equipped with four mini SAS HD SFF-8644 Wide Ports.
  • Delivers up to 192Gbps transfer speed when connected to a single host.
  • Designed with a short-depth form factor for universal deployment.

Expand Your NAS Storage Seamlessly

Effortlessly expand the storage space of your QTS or QuTS hero NAS with this robust SAS 12Gb/s expansion enclosure. It supports connecting up to sixteen units via high-speed mini SAS HD cables, enabling a massive 3.4PB raw capacity. This makes it an ideal solution for comprehensive archiving and backing up critical data, including virtualization applications, surveillance recordings, and extensive multimedia libraries.

Optimized High-Speed Data Transfer

Experience superior data throughput with the integrated Broadcom® SAS DataBolt™ bandwidth optimization technology. This innovation consolidates existing 6Gb/s infrastructure into 12Gb/s, effectively combining two 6Gb/s connections into a single, faster data stream. Featuring four mini SAS HD SFF-8644 Wide Ports, the enclosure delivers an impressive transfer speed of up to 192Gbps when connected to a single host.

Enhanced Reliability and Efficient Management

When paired with a QTS/QuTS hero NAS that supports multipath routing, the TL-R1220SEP-RP ensures smoother data transmission and continuous system operation, enhancing overall reliability. Storage management is streamlined through the Storage & Snapshot Manager on the host NAS, providing intuitive control. Furthermore, it facilitates remote file transfers, helping to conserve network bandwidth and optimize performance when moving large files.

Versatile and Easy Deployment

The TL-R1220SEP-RP features a practical short-depth design, making it suitable for universal deployment across various environments. This thoughtful design simplifies both installation and integration, ensuring it can be easily set up in a wide range of rack or server cabinet configurations.

Technical Specifications

Chassis 2U Rackmount
HDD Bay 12
HDD Type 2.5″”/3.5″” SAS 12Gbps,
SAS/SATA 6Gbps
Power Supply Redundant PSU
Host Interface 4 x SFF-8644 Mini-SAS HD ports
Warranty 5 Years

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the primary purpose of the QNAP TL-R1220SEP-RP 2U 12BAY?

A: It is a SAS 12Gb/s storage expansion enclosure designed to significantly expand the storage space of your QTS or QuTS hero NAS.

Q: How does the Broadcom® SAS DataBolt™ technology improve performance?

A: This technology optimizes bandwidth by consolidating existing 6Gb/s infrastructure into 12Gb/s, effectively combining two 6Gb/s connections for faster data streams.

Q: Can the QNAP TL-R1220SEP-RP be expanded further for more capacity?

A: Yes, up to sixteen expansion enclosures can be daisy-chained via high-speed mini SAS HD cables to support a total raw capacity of up to 3.4PB.

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