QNAP
QNAP TS-659-PRO-US Pro 6-Bay Desktop NAS Server
★★★★★
High-Performance Network Attached Storage The QNAP TS-659 Pro is a robust 6-bay network attached storage server designed to provide cost-efficient and easy-to-use iSCSI service for virtualized and clustered environments. This Turbo NAS offers versatile business applications, making it an ideal da...
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Overview
High-Performance Network Attached Storage
The QNAP TS-659 Pro is a robust 6-bay network attached storage server designed to provide cost-efficient and easy-to-use iSCSI service for virtualized and clustered environments. This Turbo NAS offers versatile business applications, making it an ideal data storage center for business environments.
Specifications:
- Brand: QNAP
- Model: TS-659-PRO-US
- Number of Bays: 6
- Processor: Intel Atom D510 1.66GHz Dual-Core
- RAM: 1GB DDRII
Key Features
Intel Atom D510 1.66GHz Dual-Core processor and 1GB DDRII RAM
6-bay hot swappable, 2.5" or 3.5" HDD supported
The unique "Virtual Disk Drive" adds flexibility to expand the capacity of NAS.
RAID 0, 1, 5, 5+spare, 6, 6+spare, single, and JBOD disk configurations
file sharing across Windows, Mac, Linux, and UNIX platforms
Specifications
Processor
Intel Atom D510
Processor Cores
Dual-Core
Processor Speed
1.66GHz
RAM
1GB DDRII
Drive Bays
6
Drive Compatibility
2.5" or 3.5" HDD
Hot Swappable Bays
Yes
RAID Support
RAID 0, 1, 5, 5+spare, 6, 6+spare, single, JBOD
Supported File Sharing Platforms
Windows, Mac, Linux, UNIX
Special Features
Virtual Disk Drive
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Equipped with an Intel Atom D510 1.66GHz Dual-Core processor and 1GB DDRII RAM for reliable performance
- Supports up to 6 hot-swappable bays, compatible with both 2.5" and 3.5" HDDs, allowing for flexible storage expansion
- Features the unique "Virtual Disk Drive" functionality, providing added flexibility to expand the NAS capacity
- Offers comprehensive RAID configurations including RAID 0, 1, 5, 5+spare, 6, 6+spare, single, and JBOD for data protection
- Enables seamless file sharing across diverse operating systems such as Windows, Mac, Linux, and UNIX platforms
👎 Cons
- The Intel Atom D510 1.66GHz Dual-Core processor and 1GB DDRII RAM might be considered modest for highly demanding NAS tasks
- The 1GB DDRII RAM, while functional, is not the most current memory technology, which could impact overall speed in some scenarios
- Specific details on maximum individual drive capacity are not provided, which could influence total storage planning
- The NAS server does not mention specific features for cloud integration or advanced virtualization capabilities
- While hot-swappable, the total number of drive bays is fixed at six, which may limit future physical expansion beyond that capacity
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of processor does the QNAP TS-659-PRO-US use?
The QNAP TS-659-PRO-US is powered by an Intel Atom D510 1.66GHz Dual-Core processor.
How many hard drive bays does this NAS server have, and what drive sizes does it support?
This NAS server has 6 hot-swappable bays and supports both 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch hard disk drives.
Can this NAS server be used with different operating systems for file sharing?
Yes, the QNAP TS-659-PRO-US supports file sharing across Windows, Mac, Linux, and UNIX platforms.
What are the RAID options available for data protection on this device?
The QNAP TS-659-PRO-US offers a variety of RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 5+spare, 6, 6+spare, single, and JBOD.
What is the "Virtual Disk Drive" feature?
The "Virtual Disk Drive" is a unique feature of this NAS that adds flexibility, allowing users to expand the capacity of the NAS beyond its physical drives.
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