Entry-Level Scale-out Storage Node

QNAP QSN-3000

Break single-node limits with an enterprise-grade Scale-out storage node powered by an Intel® Xeon® E-2336 processor and 128GB DDR4 ECC memory. Running QuTS MEGA, the QSN-3000 uses a native distributed architecture to form a horizontally scalable storage cluster for PB-scale data, long-term retention and high-availability requirements.

What is the QNAP QSN-3000?

The QSN-3000 is a 2U, 18-bay Scale-out storage node with 12 × 3.5-inch SATA bays and 6 × 2.5-inch SATA SSD bays. Organisations can add nodes to expand both storage capacity and performance without interrupting services.

18 Bays12 × 3.5-inch SATA bays plus 6 × 2.5-inch SATA SSD bays

6-Core XeonIntel® Xeon® E-2336 6-core/12-thread processor

128GB ECCDDR4 ECC UDIMM system memory

Scale-outCapacity and throughput scale with each additional node

Native Scale-out Architecture

Expand cluster capacity and performance as requirements evolve.

Built on a native Scale-out architecture, the QSN-3000 allows enterprises to add nodes on demand. Storage capacity and throughput scale linearly with each additional node, removing the expansion constraints associated with traditional single-node storage systems.

All scaling operations are performed without service interruption, helping the cluster remain available while infrastructure grows.

Data Protection, Fault Tolerance and Availability

Distributed protection mechanisms help maintain service continuity and data integrity.

Erasure Coding and Replication

Supports both protection mechanisms to balance storage efficiency and data protection across the cluster.

Node-Level Failure Domain

Uses the node as the failure domain to eliminate single points of failure and support large-capacity, long-term retention deployments.

Automatic Recovery and Self-Healing

Services automatically recover and migrate after a node failure while self-healing processes rebuild lost data.

Multi-Protocol Enterprise Services

File and object protocols support established applications and modern storage architectures.

SMB and NFS File Services

Native SMB and NFS support allows existing file-based applications to be deployed without modification.

S3 API Object Storage

Native S3 API support enables integration with modern object storage architectures.

Enterprise Data Platforms

Designed as a core building block for enterprise file services, object storage, long-term archiving, disaster recovery and large-scale data platforms.

Hardware Built for Scalable Cluster Performance

Server-grade processing, ECC memory and flexible storage support predictable node-level operation.

The QSN-3000 combines an Intel® Xeon® E-2336 processor, 128GB DDR4 ECC memory, enterprise-class HDD and SSD configurations, and support for high-speed networking. Two built-in 10GBASE-T ports and two 2.5GbE ports provide network connectivity, while optional 25GbE is supported through a PCIe adapter.

Twelve 3.5-inch SATA bays provide HDD capacity, while six dedicated 2.5-inch SATA SSD slots support SSD acceleration.

Enterprise Monitoring and Operations

Integrated tools support cluster visibility, alerting and continuous service operation.

Prometheus Monitoring

Prometheus integration supports comprehensive monitoring across the Scale-out cluster.

Alertmanager Notifications

Alertmanager integration provides cluster alerting for operational awareness.

Rolling Upgrades and Service War Room

Rolling upgrades help maintain service availability, while QNAP Service War Room integration provides real-time vendor support and long-term operational assurance.

Choose the Appropriate QSN Scale-out Node

Compare the supplied QSN-3000, QSN-3050 and QSN-7530 configurations.

Entry-Level Scale-out Node

QSN-3000

Intel® Xeon® E-2336 6-core processor
128GB DDR4 ECC UDIMM
12 × 3.5-inch SATA + 6 × 2.5-inch SATA
2 × 10GbE BASE-T and 2 × 2.5GbE BASE-T
2U rackmount

High-Capacity Node

QSN-3050

Intel® Xeon® E-2378 8-core processor
128GB DDR4 ECC UDIMM
24 × 3.5-inch SATA + 6 × 2.5-inch SATA
2 × 10GbE BASE-T and 2 × 2.5GbE BASE-T
4U rackmount

High-Performance Dense Node

QSN-7530

AMD Ryzen™ 9 PRO 7945 12-core processor
192GB DDR5 ECC RDIMM
30 × 2.5-inch SATA
2 × 10GbE BASE-T and 2 × 2.5GbE BASE-T
2U rackmount

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about the QNAP QSN-3000 Scale-out storage node.

How does the QSN-3000 scale storage capacity and performance?

Organisations can add nodes to the cluster as requirements grow. Both capacity and throughput scale with each additional node, and scaling operations are performed without service interruption.

Which data protection methods does the QSN-3000 support?

It supports Erasure Coding and Replication, with the node defined as the failure domain.

What happens if a cluster node fails?

Services automatically recover and migrate to maintain availability, while self-healing processes rebuild lost data.

Which storage protocols are supported?

The supplied product information lists native support for SMB, NFS and the S3 API.

How many drive bays does the QSN-3000 provide?

It provides 18 drive bays: 12 × 3.5-inch SATA bays and 6 × 2.5-inch SATA SSD bays.

What network ports are built in?

It includes two 10GBASE-T ports and two 2.5GbE ports. Optional 25GbE connectivity is supported through a PCIe adapter.

Memory installation note: Use only QNAP memory modules to maintain system performance and stability. For systems with more than one memory slot, use modules with identical specifications and refer to the hardware user manual.

Product images are for illustrative purposes only. Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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QNAP QSN-3000 Specifications

Review the processor, memory, storage, networking, expansion, physical, power and environmental specifications.

Specification	Details
Processor and Memory
CPU	Intel® Xeon® E-2336 6-core/12-thread processor, 2.9GHz, up to 4.8GHz
CPU Architecture	64-bit x86
Encryption Engine	Yes (AES-NI)
System Memory	128GB ECC DDR4
Maximum Memory	128GB (4 × 32GB)
Memory Slots	4 × ECC UDIMM DDR4
Storage
Drive Bays	18 total: 12 × 3.5-inch SATA + 6 × 2.5-inch SATA
Drive Compatibility	3.5-inch bays: 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives 2.5-inch bays: 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives
Hot-Swappable	YesM.2 SSD hot-swapping is not supported.
M.2 Slot	Optional via a QM2 PCIe adapter
SSD Cache Acceleration	Supported
Networking
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet	2 × 2.5GbE ports (2.5G/1G/100M)
10 Gigabit Ethernet	2 × 10GBASE-T ports (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M)
25 Gigabit Ethernet	Optional via a PCIe adapter
Expansion and Connectivity
PCIe Slots	3 (2 × Gen 4 x4 + 1 × Gen 4 x8)
USB Ports	4 × Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2, 5V/1A, 10Gbps
Physical Specifications
Form Factor	2U rackmount
LED Indicators	Status (green/red) HDD status (green/red)
Buttons	Power and reset
Dimensions (H × W × D)	88.6 × 432 × 511.2mm
Net Weight	14.87kg
Gross Weight	19kg
Power and Cooling
Power Supply	550W PSU × 2, 100–240V
Disk Standby Power Consumption	118.77W
Typical Operating Power Consumption	148.94W
Cooling Fans	4 × 60mm, 12VDC
Operating Environment
Operating Temperature	0–40°C (32–104°F)
Storage Temperature	-20–70°C (-4–158°F)
Relative Humidity	5–95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27°C (80.6°F)
Warranty
Standard Warranty	5The supplied datasheet lists the value as “5” without stating a unit.

SKU	QSN-3000
Brand	QNAP
Shipping Weight	19.0000kg
Shipping Width	0.890m
Shipping Height	0.510m
Shipping Length	0.510m
Shipping Cubic	0.231489000m3