QNAP TL-R2400PES-RP 24-Bay JBOD Enclosure

Overview

The QNAP TL-R2400PES-RP-US is a 24-bay rackmount JBOD enclosure designed to expand storage capacity for NAS systems running QuTS hero or QTS. It supports both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA drives, allowing a flexible mix of high-capacity hard drives and fast solid-state drives. With dual Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 ports providing up to 64 Gb/s throughput, this enclosure ensures high-speed data transfer suitable for demanding storage environments.

Key features

• Supports 24 SATA drives at 6 Gb/s, enabling large-scale storage expansion.
• Dual Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 ports deliver up to 64 Gb/s for fast and reliable connectivity to the host NAS.
• Redundant power supply configuration with two 550 W units ensures continuous operation and protects against power failures.
• Ability to cascade additional TL series enclosures to increase storage capacity without interrupting daily operations.
• Centralized management through QNAP Storage & Snapshots Manager simplifies monitoring, firmware updates, and power scheduling.
• Host NAS-linked power management synchronizes startup and shutdown, reducing energy consumption and hardware wear.
• Efficient cooling with three 80 mm fans maintains optimal drive temperatures for data protection in server environments.

Key specs

• Drive bays: 24 (supports 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA drives)
• Interface: Dual Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 ports
• Maximum throughput: 64 Gb/s
• Power supplies: Two 550 W units in redundant configuration
• Cooling: Three 80 mm fans
• Form factor: 4U rackmount
• Warranty: Five years standard

Connectivity and compatibility

The enclosure connects to compatible QNAP NAS devices via two Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 ports, providing a high-bandwidth link that supports fast data transfers and low latency. It is designed to integrate seamlessly with NAS systems running QuTS hero or QTS operating systems, ensuring smooth management and operation. Additional TL series enclosures can be cascaded to expand storage capacity further without disrupting existing setups.

Performance and reliability

Built for continuous operation in demanding environments, the TL-R2400PES-RP-US features redundant power supplies to prevent downtime caused by power issues. Its cooling system with three strategically placed fans maintains stable temperatures, protecting drives from overheating. The enclosure’s design allows for quick expansion without RAID rebuilding, preserving data integrity and minimizing maintenance time.

Ideal uses and environments

This enclosure is well suited for small to mid-size enterprises managing rapidly growing datasets, such as backup storage, virtualization environments, video surveillance archives, and scientific research data. It offers a practical solution for IT teams needing to scale storage capacity efficiently without the cost and complexity of deploying an additional NAS unit.