QNAP TS-855eU-8GSAN/NAS Storage System

Experience enterprise-grade storage in a compact form with the QNAP TS-855eU-8GSAN/NAS Storage System. This 2U short-depth rackmount NAS packs an 8-core Intel-based processor and eight hot-swappable drive bays into a dense, rack-friendly chassis. It is designed for flexible IT deployment and comprehensive virtualization, delivering robust performance for virtualization, data protection, media streaming, and collaborative workflows in environments like small offices, media studios, classrooms, and IT departments. The TS-855eU-8GSAN excels where space is at a premium, offering a high-performance storage solution that scales with your organization’s needs while remaining easy to manage through QNAP’s robust operating system and apps. With 2.5GbE networking, you can enjoy faster data access, smoother backups, and improved virtualization performance without requiring a complete network upgrade. Whether you are consolidating shared storage, hosting virtual machines, or building a centralized backup target, this NAS is built to deliver reliable, scalable storage with a straightforward, admin-friendly experience.

• 8 hot-swappable bays for scalable storage capacity and flexible expansion, enabling you to start small and grow with your data needs. The drive bays support a mix of HDDs and SSDs to optimize capacity, performance, and cost, with field-replaceable drives to minimize downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
• 8-core Intel-based processor designed to accelerate virtualization workloads, multi-user access, and containerized applications. This performance headroom helps you run multiple virtual machines, databases, and collaboration services side by side with responsive, consistent performance.
• 2.5GbE network capability provides significantly faster data transfers, backups, and media streaming than traditional gigabit Ethernet. The enhanced network speed helps ensure smooth virtualization operations, rapid file sharing, and efficient remote work support across teams.
• Compact 2U short-depth chassis crafted for dense rack environments. Ideal for offices, audiovisual rooms, and small data centers where space is at a premium, while still delivering enterprise-grade reliability, data protection features, and centralized storage management.
• Rich software ecosystem with QNAP’s QTS operating system, Virtualization Station, Snapshot Manager, Hybrid Backup Sync, and more. This enables robust data protection, flexible deployment models, VM management, and seamless integration with existing IT workflows.

Technical Details of QNAP TS-855eU-8GSAN/NAS Storage System

• Chassis: 2U short-depth rackmount NAS for compact rack installation
• Drive Bays: 8 hot-swappable bays to maximize storage density and ease maintenance
• CPU: Intel-based 8-core processor optimized for virtualization workloads
• Networking: 2.5GbE networking capability for high-speed data access, backups, and streaming
• Use Case: Optimized for virtualization, flexible IT deployment, and centralized data management
• Operating System: QNAP QTS with virtualization and data protection features

how to install QNAP TS-855eU-8GSAN/NAS Storage System

• Plan your rack placement and ensure the 2U chassis will fit within the available space in your equipment rack. Secure the unit to the rack rails according to your rack manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Install your preferred drives into the eight drive bays. Use hot-swappable trays if available to simplify future maintenance and minimize downtime during upgrades.
• Connect the NAS to your network with the appropriate cables, and attach a reliable power source. Power on the unit and wait for the system to boot and initialize.
• Access the QTS setup wizard from a web browser on a connected computer. Follow the guided steps to initialize the system, configure network settings, and install essential apps.
• Create storage pools and volumes according to your data protection and performance needs. Enable virtualization features, backups, and security settings to align with your organization’s IT policies.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the primary use case for the TS-855eU-8GSAN?
• A: It is designed for flexible IT deployment and comprehensive virtualization, making it ideal for small offices, media studios, and environments that require scalable, centralized storage with strong virtualization performance.
• Q: What network speed does it offer?
• A: It provides 2.5GbE networking capability to support high-speed data transfers, backups, and streaming, improving overall performance in virtualization and workflow tasks.
• Q: How many drives can I install, and can I mix drive types?
• A: The TS-855eU-8GSAN supports eight drive bays for expanded storage capacity. You can mix HDDs and SSDs to tailor performance and capacity to your workload, depending on your configuration and needs.
• Q: What software features enhance data protection?
• A: QNAP’s QTS ecosystem includes features like Snapshot Manager, Hybrid Backup Sync, and Virtualization Station, which provide data protection, recovery options, and efficient virtualization management.