QNAP TS-228A

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Equipped with a Realtek RTD1295 quad-core processor, the TS-228A provides home users with powerful features including snapshot-based backup, file synchronization, and private cloud services. The TS-228A is also a one-stop home entertainment portal for streaming photos, music, and videos to multiple devices throughout your home and beyond. With energy-saving and quiet operation, the TS-228A is especially suited for home users and provides easy-to-use and convenient functionality for file storage and multimedia needs.

	Qsync is an easy-to-use real-time file sync service for computers and mobile devices. With Qsync, your data can be shared across multiple locations, making file sharing even easier.
	The TS-228A provides you with snapshot protection at an affordable price, allowing you to protect files and data from accidental deletion and malware attacks.
	Hybrid Backup Sync gives you the freedom to set and combine multiple auto backup/sync functions to keep important data safe and to ensure peace of mind.
	The three multimedia "stations" (Photo, Music, and Video) help you to effortlessly centralize, manage, organize, and browse your family's multimedia files.
	Your multimedia collection can be streamed directly from the TS-228A to supported smart TVs, music players, and game consoles.
	Download Station combines many popular downloading services and functions. With the power-efficient and quiet TS-228A, you can run downloading tasks for a long period of time without running up a large electricity bill.

Sleek and powerful

The TS-228A features a Realtek RTD1295 quad-core 1.4GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, and a 1GbE network port to provide performance of up to 112 MB/s. If you decide to encrypt your files with AES-256 encryption, the performance is still an impressive 112 MB/s - allowing you to ensure your privacy without sacrificing performance.

Windows 10GB File Throughput (1 x GbE)
Download: 112 MB/s     Upload: 101 MB/s

Encrypted Volume 10GB File Throughput (1 x GbE)
Download: 112 MB/s     Upload: 93 MB/s
*Tested in QNAP Labs. Figures may vary by environment.

Test Environment:
NAS: TS-228A
OS: QTS 4.3.3
Volume type: RAID 1; 2 x Seagate ST1000NM0033-9ZM173 1TB HDD
Client PC:
Intel® Core™ i7-4790 3.60GHz CPU; DDR3 1600Hz 16GB; Seagate 500GB ST500DM002; Intel Gigabit CT (MTU 1500);Windows® 10 64bit

Lightweight and easy installation

The minimal and streamlined design of TS-228A makes it fit easily into your home. Featuring a unique, tool-less design, setting up the TS-228A is so easy that it doesn't even need a screwdriver!

A single NAS for cross-platform, multi-device file access and sharing

The TS-228A acts as a file exchange platform to simplify your file management across devices, and is compatible with a wide range of computers and devices (including Windows, macOS and more). For mobile devices, the Qsync suite can be installed for synchronizing and sharing files across PC, phones and tablets.

Backing up data is as easy as 1-2-3

By practicing safe computer habits and with the TS-228A handling your file backup tasks, you can rest easy knowing that your data is safe. QNAP's NetBak Replicator backup utility can assist in backing up/restoring files on a Windows® PC while macOS users can set up Time Machine to save to the TS-228A.

High-end snapshot protection for files and data

QNAP has extended support for file snapshot protection to our entry-level NAS. Snapshots were originally only possible on high-end business systems, and they allow you to record the system state and data content at a single point of time. With snapshot protection, if you accidentally delete/modify files, or if any hard disks should fail or your network is infected with malware, you can quickly restore files to a previous point in time.

Back up your files with the versatile Hybrid Backup Sync

With the TS-228A, complicated backup settings are history. You can now use Hybrid Backup Sync as your single portal for backing up, restoring, and syncing files. Supporting local NAS, remote NAS and cloud storage as both origins and destinations, you can combine multiple backup tasks to provide optimal protection for your data. Other features include scheduling, versioning, data compression and multiple-layer encryption, so your files are kept safe and sound.

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360-degree panorama photo/video

With the energy-efficient and quiet TS-228A, you no longer need to use different downloading utilities or to keep your computer running all the time. Use Download Station to search for downloads and to manage your download tasks.

All your downloading needs covered

Good news for adventurers! QNAP NAS now supports the popular 360-degree panorama recording format! By clicking the 360-degree panorama display button, your photos and videos will be displayed as 360-degree panorama media files.

Enjoy an amazing multimedia experience

The TS-228A transforms how to enjoy your photos, music and videos throughout your home and beyond. It's easy, convenient and fun!

	Take photos anytime, anywhere and manage them with Photo Station. Organize photos by folders or albums, and view them in several modes.
	With powerful smart playlists, comprehensive search functions and a user-friendly interface, Music Station is more than just music to your ears.
	Video Station's smart collection, advanced search, and easy sharing functions makes it so easy for you to enjoy your videos. Spoiler alert: you can even import video information from multiple online databases!

Greater multimedia enjoyment with Plex

You can download Plex Media Server from the QTS App Center to use the TS-228A as a centralized entertainment portal and stream media files from the TS-228A to mobile devices, DLNA-compatible devices, and TVs by using common streaming devices (including Roku®, Apple TV®, Google Chromecast™, and Amazon Fire TV®).

Everything you need for the perfect multimedia experience

The all-new QVHelper can help you stream and decode multimedia files to media players on your computer and/or mobile devices. The Qfinder Pro utility can also save time and NAS system resources by transcoding media files locally on your PC before uploading them to the NAS. With the TS-228A your audiovisual experience is smoother and more convenient with useful apps and everything you need to enjoy great multimedia entertainment.

All these NAS functions on the go

The TS-228A has a multitude of companion mobile apps to extend its functionality to your smartphones and tablets. If you're on the go for business or pleasure, your files and data are only a few taps away.

	Qfile lets you access the files saved on your TS-228A at anytime, from anywhere so you can ditch your thumb drives forever.
	Qsync quickly and effortlessly syncs files across different platforms and multiple devices so you'll never miss any important information again.
	Use Qget to remotely control your TS-228A to download files on the go. Files will be automatically downloaded to your TS-228A.
	Use Qphoto to view and share photos stored on the TS-228A. You can also instantly upload photos/videos to the TS-228A as they're taken, so you don't have to worry about storage space issues or if your phone is lost.
	Enjoy your music on the go with Qmusic! Search through your music and edit playlists before streaming or downloading from the TS-228A to your device.
	Qvideo plays videos for you, and you can further share videos instantly and even stream them to Chromecast. Management features are also available on the go, such as categorizing, tagging and rating.

Serious security features

The TS-228A is loaded with comprehensive security features such as 2-step authentication, encrypted access, IP filtering/blocking and anti-virus. Also, you can use permissions for users and folders to block unwanted access from unauthorized users or apps.

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Hardware Spec

Note: Use only QNAP memory modules to maintain system performance and stability. For NAS devices with more than one memory slot, use QNAP modules with identical specifications. Warning: Using unsupported modules may degrade performance, cause errors, or prevent the operating system from starting.
* Sound Level Test Environment: Refer to ISO 7779; Maximum HDD loaded; Bystander Position; Average data from 1 meter in front of operating NAS.
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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QNAP Utilities

Discover new and convenient ways of using your NAS with QNAP Utilities. From quick set up, to easy access, secure back ups, fast restoration, simple file sharing and synchronization - there's a utility for all of your everyday tasks. There are also specialized utilities to assist with optimal management of virtualization environments and surveillance systems. Check out the QNAP Utilities now.

Essentials

Qfinder
Qfinder Pro (available for Windows, Mac and Ubuntu) allows you to quickly find and easily access all of the QNAP NAS on the same LAN. The Windows version provides “Storage Plug & Connect” functionality, allowing the QNAP NAS to be used as a PC network drive or virtual disk for convenient data storage. You can also use the "Media Upload" feature to save NAS system resources by performing media file transcoding on your local PC before uploading them to the NAS. Chromebook users can download Qfinder Pro from the Chrome Web Store to enjoy seamless connectivity to the QNAP NAS.
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Qsync
Qsync enables automatic file synchronization across different devices. Simply drag and drop files in the “Qsync folder,” data on devices linked with the NAS is updated simultaneously when changes are made. Additional sync modes, such as Smart Sync or Advanced Selective Sync, allow users to only sync selective data or folders. You can also create download links to share files with others without them having to create a user account for download.
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QNAP External RAID Manager
With the QNAP External RAID Manager you can set up, monitor, and view the status of your QNAP external RAID devices (such as the TR-004). All device events are recorded and desktop notifications will be sent if a system alert occurs.
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QVPN Devcice Client
The QVPN Device Client is a powerful tool that allows VPN connections directly to your QNAP NAS via the proprietary QBelt protocol. With the built-in speed measurement tool, you can also easily know the VPN connection speed, and query all the historical connection records at any time.

Available :*NAS system requirements: requires QTS 4.3.5(or later) and QVPN 2.0 to enable the QBelt protocol.

vSphere (Web) Client plug-in
QNAP NAS supports vSphere Client plug-in that allows direct management of the VMware datastores on the NAS from the vSphere client console. In a large-scale virtual server environment, management is centralized and straightforward. Administrators can easily control the status of the QNAP NAS and datastores and create additional datastores to multiple ESXi hosts within just a few clicks.Available :
Limitations: This utility is only available for Enterprise and SMB-class models.

Q'center Virtual Appliance
Q’center is a powerful centralized QNAP NAS management system. The Q’center Virtual Appliance can be deployed in Microsoft Hyper-V or VMware ESXi to increase system flexibility and connectivity for large storage environments.
With Q’center, users can view the status and system information of multiple QNAP NAS on a single platform, at the same time inspecting system resource usage, monitoring disk/ volume health and performing other management tasks. With these features on Q’center, IT administrators and QNAP NAS users can better allocate system resource and plan for future capacity.Limitations: Minimum requirements: 108 GB free disk space, 1 GB memory and 4 virtual CPUs
Supported platforms: VMware ESXi (ESXi 5.0, ESXi 5.1, ESXi 5.5), VMware Fusion 7, VMware Workstation 11, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 with Hyper-V 3.0.
This utility is only available for Enterprise and SMB-class models.

QNAP Snapshot Agent
The Storage Manager's Snapshot function supports iSCSI LUNs to rapidly back up and restore data. When creating a LUN snapshot, QNAP Snapshot Agent for Windows Server or VMware vCenter allows the NAS to communicate with the remote server when taking snapshots and ensures Application-consistent LUN snapshots.
Available :VSS Hardware Provider also allows NAS ROW (Redirect on Write) instead of Windows COW (Copy on Write) to increase backup efficiency and to offload the snapshot to the NAS for reducing the performance impact on the Windows server.

Limitations: For Snapshot Agent's system requirements and limitations.
This utility is only available for Enterprise and SMB-class models.

Surveillance

QVR Pro Client
The optimized QVR Pro Client software consolidates live monitoring with quick playback functionality in a single view. You can browse multiple channels at once, enjoying efficient and easy management of surveillance videos.
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QVR Client
QNAP QVR Client is a client application that allows users to easily configure recording settings of the IP cameras, while also providing local or remote access to QNAP NAS for video monitoring and playback.
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