QNAP TL-R1200PES-RP 12-Bay JBOD Enclosure

Overview

The QNAP TL-R1200PES-RP-US is a 12-bay JBOD enclosure designed to expand the storage capacity of compatible QNAP NAS systems without the need to rebuild RAID arrays or interrupt ongoing tasks. It connects via dual Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 ports, enabling data transfer speeds up to 64 Gb/s, which supports fast movement of large files. This enclosure accommodates both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA hard drives or SSDs, allowing flexible configurations and easy scalability up to 2 PB by chaining multiple units.

Key features

• Supports both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA drives, enabling a mix of hard drives and SSDs to suit different performance and capacity needs.
• Dual Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 ports provide high-speed data transfer up to 64 Gb/s, ensuring efficient handling of large data volumes.
• Expandable storage capacity up to 2 PB by connecting multiple enclosures to a single host NAS, allowing long-term growth without replacing existing hardware.
• Redundant 300 W power supplies and dual 80 mm fans maintain system uptime and stable operation through power and cooling reliability.
• Power synchronization with the connected QNAP NAS simplifies management by powering on and off both devices together.
• Short-depth chassis design fits into space-constrained racks commonly found in branch offices, studios, or labs, optimizing rack space usage.
• Instant availability of drives to the host NAS without requiring RAID rebuilds, minimizing downtime during expansion.
• Compatible with a wide range of QTS and QuTS hero NAS models, ensuring broad integration within QNAP environments.

Key specs

• Drive bays: 12 (supports 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs)
• Interface: Dual Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 ports
• Maximum transfer speed: 64 Gb/s
• Power supplies: Dual hot-swappable 300 W units
• Cooling: Two 80 mm fans
• Maximum expandable capacity: Up to 2 PB with multiple enclosures
• Chassis depth: Short rack depth for space-saving installation

Connectivity and compatibility

This enclosure connects to the host NAS through two Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 ports, which deliver high bandwidth for fast data transfers. It works seamlessly with a broad range of QNAP NAS models running QTS or QuTS hero operating systems, making it a versatile choice for expanding existing storage setups without compatibility concerns.

Ideal uses and environments

The TL-R1200PES-RP-US is well suited for businesses that require scalable storage solutions without disrupting current operations. It fits well in environments such as virtualization servers generating continuous data, surveillance systems archiving high-resolution footage, and creative studios handling large media files. Its compact chassis also makes it a practical option for locations with limited rack space, including branch offices and labs.