Turbo NAS TS-x53 Pro/SS-x53 Pro Series Ideal Solutions for SMBs to Build a Private Cloud Celeron® quad-core 2.0GHz SoC CPU, burst up to 2.
Powerful, Reliable and Scalable NAS Solutions for SMBs The TS-x53 Pro/ SS-x53 Pro Series, featuring the easy-to-use QTS operating system, is a powerful, reliable, secure and scalable NAS solution designed for mission-critical business applications and fast growing data storage needs. The TS-x53 Pro/ SS-x53 Pro Series delivers high performance with persistent throughput, providing a comprehensive storage solution for SMBs to build a reliable private cloud.
Table of Contents QvPC Technology ................................................................................... 1 About QvPC Technology Highlights of QvPC Technology Virtualization Station ............................................................................ 7 Multi-purpose on a machine (Virtualization Station) Transcoding Center ............................................................................. 11 QNAP's Unique Transcoding Technology QTS 4.1 OS ...................................
QvPC Technology Powered by QNAP's exclusive QvPC Technology ￭ About QvPC Techonology Based on Software-defined Everything, QvPC Technology is the result of years of R&D effort that QNAP has put into developing and perfecting its software and hardware expertise.
The highlights of QNAP's exclusive QvPC Technology ￭ HybridDesk Station ( HD Station ) HD Station is a monitor-based user interface based on QNAP's exclusive QvPC Technology. Simply plug in a keyboard, mouse, and HDMI monitor to a TS-x53 Pro/SS-x53 Pro, and you can start the installation process and access data without connecting to a PC, tablet, or smartphone. A variety of local display applications are available on HD Station including QTS, Google Chrome, QVM, XBMC, and Surveillance Station.
QvPC Technology ￭ QNAP QVM Desk turn a NAS into an office PC Run Windows, Linux and Android* virtual machines on a HDTV Leveraging virtualization technology, QNAP QVM Desk supports local display for a virtual interface and turns the NAS into a PC when connected to a HDMI monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Any files on the TS-x53 Pro/SS-x53 Pro can be opened using virtual machines running Windows, Android*, Linux, and Unix through QVM Desk.
Run Android on a NAS with QvPC*. Have you ever constricted by the lack of storage space on your tablet or smartphone with no idea where to backup your files or what apps to delete for more space? With QvPC Technology, you can run Android on a virtual machine, and back up apps or files like LINE, WeChat, Gmail, your phonebook, photos, and chat messages from your Android device to the virtual machine with backup software like App Backup & Restore and My Backup Pro.
QvPC Technology ￭ Defense Desk* 24/7 Safeguard your office and property Surveillance Station is the monitoring center for your office Live-view Playback QvPC Technolog y suppor ts local display of live surveillance feeds on the screen with a QNAP remote control. You don't need an additional PC for live-view, nor do you need an Internet connection to check the stored video recordings. You can monitor up to 16 channels simultaneously, adjust PTZ functions, and conduct audio surveillance.
Surf the web via Chrome on TV QvPC Technology supports HDMI-out and Google Chrome, allowing you to surf the web easily, and is ideal for offices to build a information search center with minimal costs. Build an online music center with Spotify* Over a million songs can be found on Spotify. Create a media center and enjoy your music collections with your NAS while at work. QNAP Remote Control (RM-IR002) *Available in QTS 4.1.
Virtualization Station Multi-purpose on a Machine (Virtualization Station) ￭ All-in-one NAS with NAS APP multiple systems The TS-x53 Pro/SS-x53 Pro Series is the world's first consumer-grade NAS that supports Intel VT-x and virtual machine applications. Just download the Virtualization Station App from App Center, and you can install & operate multiple operating systems with Windows, Linux, and UNIX.
You can carry out the aforementioned scenario using the below steps. 1 Download Virtualization Station from the App Center and create a Windows-based VM 2 Install the printer drivers in the VM 3 Map the destination folder into the Windows-based VM, and set the folder as a network drive 4 Access the VM remotely via web browser to select a photo and then print it instantly *The network usage of Virtualization Station is isolated from the Turbo NAS.
Virtualization Station ￭ QNAP-exclusive virtualization technology highlights Direct access to files & data via VM Specific file formats cannot be opened directly by the Turbo NAS, but the Virtualization Station makes it possible. Administrators can install Windows, Linux, and UNIX on the Turbo NAS to run any supported application or file.
User-based permissions settings The Virtualization Station administrator can create users and set proper permissions for each Virtual Machine (VM), helping to efficiently manage and allocate VM resources for users with different needs. With these permissions, users can work independently on their VM without worrying about their work being interrupted or data being lost because another user has accidentally powered-off the VM.
Transcoding Center QNAP's Unique Transcoding Technology Every year many SMBs produce hundreds of promotional videos for marketing purposes. However, due to the increasing use of HD videos (720p, 1080p), video files are becoming increasingly large in size and can use lots of network bandwidth to share or play them over a network.
￭ Multi-mode transcoding function Background hardware-accelerated transcoding The TS-x53 Pro / SS-x53 Pro fully supports offline background transcoding for 1080p and 4K (H.264) videos. Just add videos to the transcoding list and use the Turbo NAS to convert the original highresolution video for use with multiple resolutions. Then you can select an appropriate resolution when sharing or watching to match your device or network environment.
QTS 4.1 OS Intuitive & Simple Based on Linux, QTS is designed to be simple and flexible while centralizing multiple applications efficiently in the App Center. 〉Multi-Window: Simultaneous multi-window operation for easy usage. 〉Multi-Task: Improve work efficiency by performing multiple tasks at the same time. 〉Multi-Device: Synchronize cross multiple devices anytime, anywhere. 〉Multi-App: Use a range of easy-to-manage apps and download more as needed.
Customized Login Page ￭ Public photo wall and app shortcuts on the login page Customize the photo wall based on your company image and display it on the login page. Each app has its own shortcut that you can place on the login page to allow direct access without the need to log into QTS first. Enable this option and … Display the app shortcut on the login page.
QTS 4.1 OS Data security ￭ Privilege settings You can create multiple user accounts and shared folders, and set user permissions for accessible shared folders with the support of system privilege settings and ACL advanced folder permissions. ￭ Storage Manager RAID configuration & management The Turbo NAS supports comprehensive RAID configurations for better data protection.
NAS connection and network setting ￭ Qfinder for connecting to a NAS Instant connection and NAS setup Qfinder is a utility for Windows, Mac, and Linux that lets you quickly find and access the Turbo NAS over LAN. Install Qfinder on your computer, open it, and double click your Turbo NAS name and the login page is ready for you. Easy access to NAS with Storage Plug & Connect The Windows version of Qfinder provides a convenient way to connect to the Turbo NAS and map a network drive or virtual disk.
QTS 4.1 OS Case study for 4 LAN ports arrangement Optimize network resources with high security TS-x53 Pro / SS-x53 Pro offers 4 Gigabit LAN ports (TS-253 Pro / SS-453 Pro with 2 Gigabit LAN ports ), and you can assign each port for different applications to optimize network resources and increase security (for example: Public IP, Intranet, Server Backend Network, VM Network, etc).
Wi-Fi network settings TS-x53 Pro / SS-x53 Pro supports 802.11ac high-speed Wi-Fi networks. Connect a USB Wi-Fi network card to the NAS, click QTS [Control Panel] > [System Settings] > [Network] > [Wi-Fi], and the available Wi-Fi access points will be listed. The QTS 4.1 supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi network protocols. You can connect the TS-x53 Pro / SS-x53 Pro to a router supporting 802.11ac protocols for higher file transfer speeds. A Turbo NAS can support a USB Wi-Fi network card. Visit www.qnap.
QTS 4.1 OS Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Activate the UPS support to ensure the Turbo NAS is properly shutdown if power fails. In the event of a power failure the Turbo NAS will shut down automatically or enter auto-protection mode by probing the power status of the connected UPS unit. You can set up the function by clicking QTS [Control Panel] > [System Settings] > [External Device] > [UPS].
￭ Multiple NAS units share USB UPS The network UPS "master" is connected to the UPS via USB cable. If the power fails, the UPS sends a notification to the network UPS "master" via USB and all the UPS "slaves" are informed by the UPS master via Ethernet. To set your Turbo NAS as a UPS "slave": connect the UPS and the Turbo NAS by USB, select [NetworkUPS slave], enter the IP address of the master server, so the slave server will get notification when the power fails.
QTS 4.1 OS File Backup/Disaster Recovery QTS allows data on PCs, servers, virtual machines, and external drives to be backed up to the Turbo NAS and provides disaster recovery solutions to back up data on the Turbo NAS to external devices and remote servers. ￭ Backup Center Backup from computer to NAS PC backup Windows users can install the free QNAP NetBak Replicator utility to back up files from Windows PC.
Application Server QTS integrates numerous server functions, including Web Server and Printer Server. ￭ Web Server QTS has a built-in Web Server with PHP/MySQL support and allows hosting multiple websites and running web applications on the Turbo NAS such as Joomla, phpBB, and other online marketing platforms. ￭ FTP Server Large file sharing Use FTP for high-speed data transfer and increase the efficiency of large file sharing.
QTS 4.1 OS Security Management QTS offers various security management options to protect the system from hacking and data from interception, theft, and loss. QTS security management meets the electronic requirements of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), performing as an ideal storage solution to store medical records.
￭ Anti-hacking IP blocking IT administrators can set up the black and white lists to grant proper access from different users to the Turbo NAS by IP address. It operates as a policy-based automatic IP blocking by enabling the network access protection command.
QTS 4.1 OS myQNAPcloud SmartLink ￭ myQNAPcloud connection With the myQNAPcloud service it ´ s easy to create a personal/private cloud for enjoying your Turbo NAS services safely and conveniently. myQNAPcloud ID (QID) Access your Turbo NAS by signing into your myQNAPcloud portal (www.myqnapcloud.com) with your “QID＂: a unique ID for you to access your Turbo NAS and securely share your private data and files.
￭ CloudLink for easy remote access myQNAPcloud features the new CloudLink App (QPKG) for an easier remote access experience. Without any complex router settings, all you need to do is install the app and login with your myQNAPcloud ID (QID), then you can access to your Turbo NAS through the myQNAPcloud.com website. CloudLink will automatically choose the best way to connect based on your network environment.
QTS 4.1 OS File Management ￭ File Station With File Station, you can easily manage, upload, download, share files, and enjoy media playback anywhere with a web browser. File Station brings conventional file operations performed on the computer desktop to the web browser. File upload Photo slideshow Easily upload the files to your Turbo NAS by draggingand-dropping them into File Station. Right-click on selected photos to play a smooth slideshow.
Click and play videos TS-x53 Pro / SS-x53 Pro supports realtime transcoding which allows immediate and smooth video, music, and photo playback. No need to wait for the files to be converted in advance. Real-time transcoding allows maximum 5 users to simultaneously connect and watch videos. Offline transcoding allows more users. Check page 11 to learn more about transcoding feature.
QTS 4.1 OS ￭ Qfile: Share files with mobile devices You can install the Qfile app on your mobile device to browse and manage files stored on your Turbo NAS anytime, anywhere. Access from anywhere Open Qfile on your mobile device to browse files on the Turbo NAS. You can open or share files, and easily rename, copy, move, download any selected files. Qfile will download the file to your handheld device and send it via your default email function.
Stream multimedia contents Use Qfile to stream multimedia content to AirPlay or DLNA-compatible devices and play to enjoy. Share files instantly Qfile provides various ways for instant file sharing, including email or SMS. Qfile also provides Share Links to easily share large files. You can paste the Share Link on instant messenger such as LINE, WhatsApp, WeChat, and more to share files with others. Your friends can click on the Share Link to download the files.
QTS 4.1 OS Qsync: A Powerful Utility for File Synchronization in Business & Personal Applications. Public cloud files synchronization services such as Dropbox can greatly increase the efficiency and productivity of offices, but comes with certain drawbacks: 1. Security: there is the possibility of data leaks and interception of confidential information. 2. Cost: the greater the size of your data storage needs, the greater the cost of the service.
2. Intelligent offline editing You can edit your files offline and once your device is online, Qsync will automatically sync them. This offline editing feature ensures your files are protected without any information loss. 3. Flexible synchronization methods Qsync has many sync settings to prevent taking up significant storage space on your computer.
QTS 4.1 OS Unified Storage and Virtualization Applications The Turbo NAS supports iSCSI & NFS protocols and is virtualization ready with compatibility for VMware®, Citrix®, and Microsoft® Hyper-V to provide businesses with powerful & flexible storage solutions for virtualization applications. ￭ Virtualization ready The Turbo NAS supports VMware® vSphere 5 and VAAI; Citrix® XenServer 6.0, and is compatible with Microsoft® Hyper-V, supporting ODX and Windows Server 2012.
NAS Deployment time for a 80 GB Thick Provision Eager Zeroed virtual disk (lower is better) 900 The QNAP NAS, VAAI iSCSI and VAAI NAS are VMware certified. Businesses can select either iSCSI or NFS as a centralized storage to boost performance. VAAI for iSCSI supports Full Copy (hardware-assisted copy), Block Zeroing (hardware-assisted zeroing), Hardware-assisted Locking, and Thin Provisioning with space reclaim. VAAI for NAS supports Full File Clone, Extended Statistics, and Reserve Space.
QTS 4.1 OS ￭ IT Management Station Powered by Mandriva® Pulse, IT Management Station is designed to simplify daily tasks and IT asset management for businesses of all sizes. Your Turbo NAS becomes an IT system management server to help you centrally manage multi-OS & multi-site IT resources, applications and security with greater flexibility.
￭ New features in Mandriva Pulse 2.0 Reporting Update Management Create and edit reports/graphs for better control of your IT assets and to anticipate future changes. Centralize your software updates for greater control and security. Pull Mode Software Convergence Increase the compliance of your roaming devices for deploying packages needed in any environment. Efficiently deploy software using an automated process.
QTS 4.1 OS ￭ Signage Station The Signage Station is a free Turbo NAS app that allows businesses to create attractive menu boards, advertising posters, and business profiles and easily publish them to monitors and tablet devices to attract more customers. Drive business growth and increase revenue Your content can be presented on a web browser and when on the go, and you can even show your profile, business card and product catalogs on mobile devices and share on Facebook.
￭ Create your advertising content easily How to make advertising content on iArtist Lite? The concept of dynamic multimedia content is quite simple: just drag & drop media files to the iArtist Lite canvas and arrange it as required. Choose the device that you want to display, such as tablet, HDTV or smartphone. After selecting the device resolution you can select whether to present it in portrait or landscape.
QTS 4.1 OS ￭ Surveillance Station One of the standard Turbo NAS applications, the Surveillance Station is professional network surveillance Video Management System (VMS) that can be activated in the QTS App Center to turn the Turbo NAS into a professional Network Video Recorder (NVR) system for real-time monitoring, recording, playback, alarm notifications, Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA), and management to safeguard your assets and property when used with supported IP cameras.
Playback Preview recordings by thumbnails You can move the mouse cursor over the timeline to preview video thumbnails to quickly identify and search for events. No need to play the video from the start and wait. Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA) IVA is an advanced way to quickly search videos corresponding to particular modes, greatly saving the time & effort of manually screening out matching videos. IVA includes motion detection, foreign/missing objects, out-of-focus and camera occlusion.
App Center & Developers App Center The QTS App Center provides various apps for you to install on demand, enjoying more applications and increasing the value of your purchase. Powerful and, Rich-in-content The App Center provides over 100 apps, including backup/sync, business, content management, communications, developer tools, download, entertainment, surveillance and utilities. Install on Demand Find what you need and install it immediately with just one click.
The following multimedia applications are disabled by default on TS-x53 Pro/SS-x53 Pro to conserve system resources. To enable them, go to “Control Panel＂> “General Settings＂ > “System Administration＂. ￭ Video Station Build a corporate video website Video Station is great for archiving and playing video collections online.
App Center & Developers ￭ Photo Station Centralized management All of your photos, including RAW photos, can be centrally managed with the Photo Station. Convenient virtual albums Easily create virtual albums for convenient sharing and better organization with no extra storage space needed. Review photos on Google Maps Retrace the steps of your photos by geo-tagging them and creating a map of your photo albums in Google Maps.
￭ AirPlay support AirPlay Use the Qfile app on iOS devices to browse media stored on your Turbo NAS for playing on AirPlay-enabled devices (including Apple TV.) QAirplay The QAirplay app allows you to stream media content directly via Apple TV, bypassing and saving the energy of your mobile device. ￭ DLNA Media streaming and playing Stream your videos from your Turbo NAS to DNLA devices such as Smart TVs, video game consoles and media players.
App Center & Developers ★ Success Stories： ￭ Microsoft Azure Azure provides on-demand infrastructure that scales and adapts to your changing business needs. Whether you are creating new applications or running existing applications we provide the best price-performance and end-to-end support.
￭ Ragic Ragic is a cloud database platform designed particularly for small and medium enterprises. You can install tons of database applications including customer management, project management, and order tracking across all business functions for your small business with Ragic. Modify your applications anytime and customize them according to your own business needs with the quick and intuitive spreadsheet-styled UI to build your own cloud database. No coding skills are required.
TS-x53 Pro / SS-x53 Pro Series Hardware Introduction Features Intel Celeron® Quad Core processor Powered by a quad-core Intel® Celeron® 2.0GHz processor (burst up to 2.41GHz), 2/4/8GB (expandable to 8GB) energyefficient DDR3L RAM and dual/four LAN ports, the TS-x53 Pro/SS-x53 Pro is a powerful NAS with the highest-standard hardware that delivers unrivaled performance with up to 430MB/s read/write speeds.
￭ UX-800P / UX-500P The most economical way to expand your Turbo NAS storage When expanding data storage, deploying multiple servers can lead to increased complexity in management and dramatically increased costs. The QNAP 8–bay UX-800P / 5-bay UX-500P expansion enclosure is a budget-friendly expansion alternative designed with easy setup in mind for expanding the total storage space of your Turbo NAS. The UX-800P offers a hassle-free storage expansion for home/small office use.
TS-x53 Pro / SS-x53 Pro Series Hardware Introduction Eco-friendly design The UX series automatically powers on/off with your Turbo NAS, allowing for total convenience and energy saving. The hard drives in the UX series can be configured to enter sleep mode after the system becomes idle after a preset period of time, extending their lifetime and saving you money on energy bills.
The maximum raw storage capacity available by connecting QNAP expansion enclosures： Turbo NAS Model TS-1253U-RP TS-853U-RP TS-453U-RP RAID Expansion Enclosure No. of RAID Expansion Enclosure Total HDD No. Max.
TS-x53 Pro / SS-x53 Pro Series Hardware Specifications Turbo NAS Model TS-253 Pro-8G TS-253 Pro TS-453 Pro-8G TS-453 Pro CPU Flash Number of RAM Slots TS-853 Pro-8G TS-853 Pro SS-453 Pro SS-853 Pro Quad-Core Intel® Celeron® 2.0 GHz (Burst up to 2.41 GHz) TS-253 Pro-8G/ TS-453 Pro-8G/ TS-653 Pro-8G/ TS-853 Pro-8G: 8GB DDR3L TS-253 Pro/ TS-453 Pro/ TS-653 Pro/ TS-853 Pro: 2GB DDR3L Memory (RAM) Max.
Software Specifications Operating System • QTS 4.
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