QNAP TS-216G 2-bay NAS Desktop

QNAP TS-216G 2-bay NAS ARM 4-core Cortex-A55 2.0GHz CPU, 2.5Gbps, 4 GB on board (non-expandable) (QN-TS-216G) - 2 Years Local Warranty

Reliable, Fast Storage for Home & Small Office

The QNAP TS-216G 2-bay NAS (QN-TS-216G) is designed to give you secure, centralised storage for your data, media, and backups. With dual drive bays, it supports HDD/SSD configurations so you can optimise for capacity or performance. Whether you’re storing files, streaming media, or backing up multiple PCs, this NAS provides a dependable solution that’s easy to manage.

Powerful Performance with 2.5Gbps Networking

Equipped with a 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core CPU and 4 GB on-board memory (non-expandable), the TS-216G delivers responsive performance for everyday storage tasks. Its built-in 2.5Gbps Ethernet lets you transfer large files much faster than standard gigabit connections, helping reduce bottlenecks for workgroups and media streaming.

Flexible Drive Options & RAID Support

This NAS supports two drives in RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD configurations, letting you choose between speed, redundancy or flexible storage. RAID 1 offers mirrored protection for critical data, while RAID 0 maximises speed and capacity. You can mix 2.5″ or 3.5″ SATA drives to match your storage needs and budget.

Apps & Features for Productivity & Media

Powered by QNAP’s intuitive operating system, this NAS offers apps for file sharing, backup scheduling, multimedia streaming, and remote access. Stream videos to smart TVs and mobile devices, sync files across platforms, or set automated backups for computers and mobile devices — all from a single interface.

Technical Specifications

General
• Model: QNAP TS-216G
• SKU: QN-TS-216G
• Form Factor: Desktop 2-bay NAS
• Target Use: Home / SMB storage, backup, file sharing, multimedia

Processor & Memory
• CPU: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 @ 2.0 GHz
• Architecture: 64-bit ARM
• System Memory: 4 GB onboard (non-expandable)
• Memory Type: DDR4

Storage
• Drive Bays: 2 × 3.5″ SATA HDD/SSD (supports 2.5″ with adapter)
• Maximum Internal Raw Capacity: Depends on drives installed
• RAID Levels:
 – RAID 0 (performance)
 – RAID 1 (data redundancy)
 – JBOD
 – Single Disk
• Hot-swappable drives: ✔️
• SSD Cache Support: Yes (uses installed drives)

Networking
• Ethernet: 1 × 2.5 GbE RJ45 port
• Link Aggregation: Support (with managed switch)
• Wake on LAN: Supported
• IPv4 / IPv6 supported

USB & Expansion
• USB Ports:
 – 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (front/back)
• USB Copy Button: Support (with configured actions)
• Expandable via USB storage

Performance & Features
• Throughput: Optimized with 2.5 GbE network for faster transfers
• File System: EXT4
• File Services: SMB/CIFS, AFP, NFS, FTP, WebDAV
• Snapshot Support: Yes (for data protection)
• Backup Solutions:
 – Hybrid Backup Sync (local, remote, cloud)
 – Time Machine support for macOS
 – Windows Server backup support

Multimedia & Apps
• DLNA Media Server
• Plex Media Server support (depending on media and transcoding)
• App Center with QNAP apps (backup, sync, security, virtualization tools)

Security
• AES 256-bit shared folder encryption
• Antivirus support
• IP access control
• Two-step verification

Management
• QTS Operating System
• Web-based GUI
• Mobile apps: Qfile, Qmanager, Qsync, etc.
• Alerts: Email, SMS, push notifications

Power & Physical
• Power Supply: External adapter
• Cooling: Quiet fan
• Dimensions: (Approx) 220 × 101 × 152 mm
• Weight: (Approx) 1.3 kg

Environmental
• Temperature: 0–40 °C operating
• Humidity: 5–95 % non-condensing

Ideal For
• Centralized file storage & sharing
• Fast network backups with 2.5 GbE
• Small office / home office
• Multimedia streaming
• Cloud sync and remote access