This 16-bay NAS server is perfect for small and medium businesses who need scalable network storage with high-performance connectivity. Our QNAP TS-1655-8G-US delivers:
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Enterprise NAS storage capacity with 16-bay expandable design for growing business needs
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2.5GbE network connectivity for faster file transfers and reduced network bottlenecks
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M.2 NVMe SSD caching acceleration for dramatically improved performance
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PCIe expansion slots enabling customizable network and storage configurations
Key Features
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16-bay storage capacity supporting up to 272TB of total storage
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Dual 2.5GbE network interfaces for high-speed data transmission
- Optimized for SMB network storage environments
- Consistent M.2 NVMe caching performance with dual SSD slots
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PCIe expansion capability for additional network cards and storage adapters
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Enterprise-grade reliability with redundant power supply support
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QNAP QTS operating system with comprehensive management tools
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
QNAP |
| Model Number |
TS-1655-8G-US |
| Type |
16-Bay Enterprise NAS Server |
| Storage Bays |
16 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA drive bays |
| Memory |
8GB DDR4 (expandable to 64GB) |
| Network Interface |
Dual 2.5GbE ports for high-speed connectivity |
| Cache Acceleration |
2 x M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots
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| Expansion |
2 x PCIe slots (Gen 3 x4, Gen 2 x2) |
| Processor |
AMD Ryzen V1000 series quad-core |
| Form Factor |
Rackmount 2U chassis |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the M.2 NVMe SSD caching improve performance?
A: The M.2 NVMe SSD caching dramatically accelerates frequently accessed data, reducing file access times by up to 20x compared to traditional HDD-only configurations, perfect for enterprise storage applications.
Q: What makes this ideal for small and medium businesses?
A: As a SMB NAS solution, it provides enterprise-level features at business-friendly pricing, with 16-bay scalability that grows with your data needs while maintaining professional reliability standards.
Q: Can I expand the network capabilities beyond 2.5GbE?
A: Yes, the PCIe expansion slots allow you to add 10GbE network cards, additional storage controllers, or other specialized cards to customize your network storage server configuration.
Q: Is this suitable for virtualization environments?
A: Absolutely. The enterprise NAS server supports various virtualization platforms including VMware, Hyper-V, and Citrix, with the 2.5GbE connectivity ensuring adequate bandwidth for multiple VMs.
Q: What storage capacity options are available?
A: The 16-bay design supports drives up to 17TB each, allowing for maximum capacity of 272TB. You can mix and match SSD storage and traditional drives based on your performance requirements.
QNAP TS-1655-8G-US 16-bay NAS server with 2.5GbE, M.2 NVMe caching, PCIe expansion for SMB enterprise storage solutions.
