Highly-reliable ZFS storage with an AMD Ryzen processor 10GbE connectivity and PCIe expandabilityN/AN/AThe TS-h1677XU-RP QuTS hero NAS is powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 processor that delivers supreme system and virtual machine performance with up to 8 cores/16 threads and Turbo Core up to 4.4 GHz. Running the ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system the TS-h1677XU-RP prioritizes data integrity and supports block-level inline data deduplication and compression near-limitless snapshots real-time SnapSync SNMP protocol and Azure AD Domain Services. Used as a mission-critical file server virtualization server VDI collaborative video editing or efficient file backup/recovery solution the TS-h1677XU-RP helps your business achieve the outstanding service-level agreement performance.N/AN/AAbsolute performance with AMD Ryzen 7N/APowered by a high-performance AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 8 cores/16 threads 3.6 GHz processor (Turbo Core 4.4 GHz) with AES-NI encryption acceleration and up to 128 GB (4 x 32 GB) DDR4 RAM the TS-h1677XU-RP delivers aggressive yet power-smart performance to meet multi-tasking demands including the ability to run multiple virtual machines simultaneously. For resource-demanding business applications such as VDI R&D private cloud and server virtualization the TS-h1677XU-RP provides dependable high performance in demanding business IT environments as a cost-efficient NAS solution.N/AN/A10GbE connectivity optimizes data transfer and VMware virtualization with iSERN/AThe TS-h1677XU-RP provides two 10GbE SFP+ SmartNIC ports (with an NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-4 Lx SmartNIC controller) that support iSCSI Extensions for RDMA (iSER) to increase data transfer performance and offload CPU workloads between a NAS and ESXi server. With Port Trunking for up to 20Gb/s bandwidth and failover support the TS-h1677XU-RP satisfies demanding applications including virtualization massive file transfer high-speed backup/restoration and multimedia transmission. The TS-h1677XU-RP is also ideally matched with QNAPs managed and unmanaged 10GbE switches to form high-speed secure and scalable network environments without going over budget.N/AN/AZFS-based QuTS hero operating system enhances NAS performance and data integrityN/AQuTS hero combines the app-based QTS with the 128-bit ZFS file system to provide flexible storage management comprehensive data protection and optimized performance to tackle the complexity and performance demands of modern IT. From storage management virtualization to collaborative media workflows QuTS hero streamlines your business-critical tasks.N/AN/AData integrity is keyN/AQuTS heros self-healing ensures data integrity and reliability. Write Once Read Many (WORM) is also supported.N/AN/AData reduction improves storage efficiency and performanceN/AInline data deduplication compression and compaction reduce file size to conserve storage capacity and optimize performance.N/AN/AMulti-level cache technologyN/AMain memory read cache (L1 ARC) SSD second-level read cache (L2 ARC) and ZFS Intent Log (ZIL) for synchronous transactions with power fail protection are simultaneously supported to boost performance and security.N/AN/ARAID Z enables robust data protectionN/AMultiple RAID levels allow flexible capacity utilization. RAID Triple Parity and Triple Mirror deliver higher levels of data protection.N/AN/AQSAL (QNAP SSD Antiwear Leveling) enhances data protectionN/ARAID-level SSD lifespan is automatically and regularly detected to prevent simultaneous SSD failure improving your data protection and system reliability.N/AN/AApp Center ecosystem extends NAS functionalityN/AApps for backup/sync virtual machines/containers content management productivity and more features can be used to expand the application potential of the TS-h1677XU-RP.N/AN/AInline data deduplication compression and compaction drives Big Data storage efficiencyN/AQuTS hero supports advanced block-based data reduction technologies (including inline data deduplication compression and compaction) to reduce file sizes conserve storage capacity and optimize performance. For example if 20 virtual machines on a NAS are replicated using the same template then storage space requirements for all 20 virtual machines can be reduced by up to 95%. Whether acting as primary or backup storage the TS-h1677XU-RP optimizes storage utilization to provide a reliable storage cornerstone in the Big Data era.N/AN/AReal-time SnapSync ensures minimal RPO with real-time disaster recoveryN/AReal-time SnapSync ensures that both the primary and secondary NAS maintain identical data. When data is written to the source it is immediately written to the destination. If the primary NAS goes offline IT staff can simply adjust the privilege settings of the secondary NAS to ensure continuous operations. SnapSync provides the strongest support for nonstop business operations and helps users to reduce the risk of data loss.N/AN/ASnapshots multiply backup protectionN/AAttain peace of mind with near-limitless instant snapshots. Copy-on-write technology makes snapshot creation almost instantaneous without affecting ongoing data writing. Snapshot Replica replicates snapshot files to the backup NAS simplifying data protection with version control.N/AN/AHBS simplifies 3-2-1 backup plansN/AHBS centralizes backup restoration and synchronization for easily transferring data in the TS-h1677XU-RP to another QNAP NAS remote server or cloud storage space. HBS supports QuDedup technology that eliminates redundant data at the source and makes multi-version backup faster.N/AN/AAll-in-one virtual machine and container hosting solutionN/AYou can count on Virtualization Station and Container Station for comprehensive virtualization support. Coupled with the Network & Virtual Switch app that boosts interoperability between virtual machines containers QNAP NAS and other physical devices on the network you can flexibly allocate physical and virtual network resources to simplify network deployment.N/AN/AVirtualization StationN/ARun multiple Windows Linux UNIX Android and QuTScloud virtual machines and access them via a web browser or Virtual Network Computing (VNC). Businesses can run virtualized server applications on a single NAS without the need for additional physical servers.N/AN/AContainer StationN/AExperience LXC and Docker lightweight virtualization technologies download apps from the built-in Docker Hub Registry import and export containers and create abundant microservices.N/AN/ALicense-free VMware and Hyper-V backup applianceN/AWith Hyper Data Protector the TS-h1677XU-RP becomes an agentless backup tool for VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V VM backup. Hyper Data Protector features incremental backup global deduplication backup scheduling and recovery compression. Hyper Data Protector also simultaneously backs up multiple VMs providing you with a cost-effective and reliable disaster recovery plan ensuring 24/7 operation of your services.N/AN/AMove business data to the cloud and enjoy low-latency access to cloud-based dataN/AThe TS-h1677XU-RP perfectly integrates NAS with mainstream cloud services. By deploying cloud storage gateways and enabling local caching organizations can seamlessly use the cloud for storage backup and data recovery with low-latency access. This greatly helps in realizing cost-effective flexible and secure hybrid cloud applications.N/AN/AHybridMount File-based Cloud GatewayN/AFlexibly expand storage capacity by connecting to cloud storage. You can leverage QuTS hero apps to manage and edit your cloud files or multimedia files. HybridMount is ideal for file server online collaboration and file-level data analysis.N/AN/AVJBOD Cloud Block-based Cloud GatewayN/AVJBOD Cloud supports streamlined NAS backup to object cloud storage. The block-based data transmission uploads random data and large files to the cloud in blocks and only transmits block-based volume or LUN changes (such as addition modification or deletion). This is ideal for enterprise-level applications with large file transfer requirements such as databases VM volumes and videos.N/AN/ASubscribe to QVR Elite surveillance solution for 24/7 securityN/AQVR Elite is QNAPs subscription-based smart surveillance solution allowing you to easily build a surveillance system with lower TCO and higher scalability. You can arrange a dedicated independent storage space for surveillance data on the TS-h1677XU-RP and enjoy simplified camera management storage space allocation camera live viewing and playback. Recordings are saved as MP4 files allowing playback on nearly every device. QVR Elite also integrates QNAP AI-based solutions to build smart facial recognition for retail and door access systems with QNAP NAS. With QVR Pro Client software installed on your Windows/Mac or mobile devices taking full control over monitored areas becomes more convenient and easier.N/AN/ABuild an affordable Fibre Channel SAN environmentN/ACommon Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SAN) devices are often costly. By installing QNAP dual-port 16Gb/32Gb Fibre Channel expansion cards in the TS-h1677XU-RP you have more budget-friendly options to add a NAS to a SAN environment. You can set a Fibre Channel Target using the iSCSI & Fibre Channel app. Moreover the LUN Masking and Port Binding features provide an additional layer of data security.N/AN/AFlexible and economical storage expansionN/AThe storage capacity of the TS-h1677XU-RP can be expanded by connecting up to sixteen SAS 12Gb/s JBODs (TL-R1620Sep-RP or TL-R1220Sep-RP) using PCIe QXP expansion cards or by using USB-based expansion enclosures. NAS storage expansion management is made easy with the user-friendly Storage & Snapshots Manager app.