The QNAP ES1686DC-2142IT-128G is an advanced enterprise NAS solution designed for critical business operations requiring robust performance and high availability. Featuring dual active-active controllers, this rackmount system ensures continuous service uptime and efficient data management for demanding workloads in data centers and virtualization environments.

Key Features at a Glance

  • Dual Active-Active Controllers for high availability
  • 16 x 3.5" / 2.5" SAS/SATA Drive Bays
  • 1.9 GHz Intel Xeon D-2142IT 8-Core Processor
  • 128GB DDR4 ECC RAM (Total)
  • 6 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports and 8 x 10GbE SFP+ Slots
  • Rackmount Design for server environments

High Availability with Dual Active-Active Controllers

Experience unparalleled reliability with dual active-active controllers, providing automatic failover to ensure your data and services remain accessible even during controller maintenance or failure. This architecture is crucial for mission-critical applications demanding continuous operation.

Flexible and Scalable Storage

Accommodate extensive data storage requirements with 16 versatile drive bays, supporting both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SAS or SATA drives. This flexibility allows for optimized storage tiers and easy expansion as your business needs grow, providing a robust foundation for your data.

Powerful Processing and ECC Memory

Powered by a 1.9 GHz Intel Xeon D-2142IT 8-core processor and equipped with 128GB of DDR4 ECC RAM, this system delivers robust performance for virtualized environments, demanding applications, and high-speed data transfers. ECC memory protects against data corruption, enhancing reliability and data integrity.

Advanced Network Connectivity

Connect seamlessly to your network with a comprehensive array of connectivity options, including six Gigabit Ethernet ports and eight 10GbE SFP+ slots. This ensures high-speed data access, efficient virtualization, and versatile integration into existing network infrastructures, adapting to diverse operational demands.

Technical Specifications

Category Specification
Number of Bays 16x 2.5"/3.5" SAS-3, SATA III
Inputs/Outputs 6x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet 8x SFP+ 10GbE 4x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1 / 3.2 Gen 1
Media Card Slots No
PCI Expansion 2x PCIe 3.0
CPU Intel Xeon D-2123 (8-Core, 1.9 to 3 GHz)
Memory 128 GB ECC DDR4
RAM Configuration 8x User-Replaceable 16 GB 8 Slots Supporting up to 512 GB
Link Aggregation / Failover No
Security Features No
Certifications No
Weight 57.0 lb / 25.9 kg

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of drives does the QNAP ES1686DC-2142IT-128G support?

A: This system supports both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SAS/SATA hard drives or SSDs.

Q: What is the main benefit of its dual active-active controllers?

A: Dual active-active controllers provide high availability and automatic failover, ensuring continuous system operation and data access even if one controller experiences an issue.

Q: How much RAM is included with this model?

A: The QNAP ES1686DC-2142IT-128G comes equipped with a total of 128GB DDR4 ECC RAM for reliable and efficient performance.

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