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16-bay dual-controller SAS 12Gb/s expansion
QNAP TL-R1620Sdc 16-Bay Dual-Controller SAS Expansion Enclosure
The QNAP TL-R1620Sdc is a short-depth 3U, sixteen-bay SAS 12Gb/s expansion enclosure for compatible dual-controller QNAP NAS systems. It provides dual controllers, redundant data paths, three Mini-SAS HD ports per controller and dual 550W power supplies.

What is the QNAP TL-R1620Sdc?
It is a high-availability dual-controller JBOD expansion enclosure designed to add SAS storage to compatible dual-controller QNAP NAS systems. The supplied content states that up to seven TL-R1620Sdc units can be daisy-chained.
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Key capabilities
The following points are organised from the supplied QNAP product information.
Dual-controller architecture
Two controllers support a high-availability design with redundant paths between the host NAS and expansion enclosure.
SAS 12Gb/s connectivity
Each controller provides three Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 wide ports.
Redundant cross-loop
Multiple data paths allow connected expansion units to continue communicating if one external path is disconnected.
Daisy-chain expansion
The supplied content states that up to seven TL-R1620Sdc enclosures can be connected.
QES and Windows management
Management is listed through NAS QES OS and QNAP JBOD Manager for Windows.
Redundant power
Dual 550W power supply units support continuous rackmount operation.
Compatibility and deployment notes
- The enclosure is supplied without drives.
- The supplied specifications list 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s or 6Gb/s HDDs and 2.5-inch SAS SSDs.
- Only one disk type, HDD or SSD, may be used within a RAID group.
- Up to seven TL-R1620Sdc units can be daisy-chained.
- Non-Server versions of Windows have a 63TB limit for a single volume.
- The optional RAIL-S01 short rail kit is not included.
- The supplied data states a five-year standard warranty.
Frequently asked questions
Does the QNAP TL-R1620Sdc include drives?
No. The enclosure is supplied without HDDs or SSDs.
Which drives does the TL-R1620Sdc support?
The supplied specifications list 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s or 6Gb/s hard drives and 2.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s or 6Gb/s solid state drives.
What does the dual-controller design provide?
It provides redundant data paths between the compatible dual-controller QNAP NAS and connected expansion enclosures.
How many TL-R1620Sdc units can be daisy-chained?
The supplied content states that up to seven TL-R1620Sdc units can be daisy-chained through Mini-SAS HD connections.
Which management platforms are listed?
The supplied specifications list management through NAS QES OS and QNAP JBOD Manager for Windows.
What warranty applies to the TL-R1620Sdc?
The supplied data lists a five-year QNAP manufacturer warranty.
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Features and highlights
Key capabilities for the QNAP TL-R1620Sdc, based on the supplied product information.
Dual-controller architecture
Two controllers support a high-availability design with redundant paths between the host NAS and expansion enclosure.
SAS 12Gb/s connectivity
Each controller provides three Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 wide ports.
Redundant cross-loop
Multiple data paths allow connected expansion units to continue communicating if one external path is disconnected.
Daisy-chain expansion
The supplied content states that up to seven TL-R1620Sdc enclosures can be connected.
QES and Windows management
Management is listed through NAS QES OS and QNAP JBOD Manager for Windows.
Redundant power
Dual 550W power supply units support continuous rackmount operation.
Technical specifications
Specifications are organised from the supplied QNAP product information.
| JBOD Connection Interface | SAS |
|---|---|
| Drive Bays | 16 × 3.5-inch The system is shipped without HDDs. |
| Drive Compatibility | 3.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s, 6Gb/s hard disk drives 2.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s, 6Gb/s hard disk drives 2.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s, 6Gb/s solid state drives Only one disk type, HDD or SSD, can be used in a RAID group. Combining different disk types in one RAID group is not supported. |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes |
| Controller Design | Dual-controller design (HA) |
|---|---|
| Host Interface | 3 × 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 wide ports (4-wide port), Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644), for each controller |
| Multi-Path Support | Yes |
| JBOD Cascading | Yes |
| Maximum Daisy-Chained Units | Up to 7 TL-R1620Sdc units |
| Expanding NAS Storage Pools | Yes |
| QES | Yes |
|---|---|
| Windows | Yes |
| Management | Managed via NAS QES OS and JBOD Manager for Windows |
| Windows Volume Limitation | Non-Server versions of Windows have a 63TB limit for a single volume. For volumes larger than 63TB, Windows Server is recommended. |
| LED Indicators | HDD 116, Status, Power, Fan, Temperature, SAS connector status |
|---|---|
| Buttons | Power, OLED |
| System Warning | Buzzer |
| Form Factor | 3U rackmount |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 131.3 × 482.2 × 425.3 mm Excludes the ear hook and protruding portion of the power supply unit. |
| Net Weight | 15.07 kg |
| Gross Weight | 17.84 kg |
| Rail Kit | RAIL-S01 short rail kit requires optional purchase |
| Power Supply Unit | 550W × 2, 100240V |
|---|---|
| Typical Operating Power Consumption | 212.24 W Tested with drives fully populated. |
| Fan | 3 × 80mm, 12VDC |
| Operating Temperature | 040°C (32104°F) |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -2070°C (-4158°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 595% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27°C (80.6°F) |
| Standard Warranty | 5 years |
|---|
| Controller architecture | Dual-controller high-availability design |
|---|---|
| Redundant path design | Redundant cross-loop with multiple paths between the base NAS and expansion enclosures |
| Missing mode protection | Compatible QNAP dual-controller NAS can detect JBOD connections and enter missing mode protection |
| Maximum stated daisy-chain quantity | Up to 7 TL-R1620Sdc units |
| DataBolt technology | Broadcom SAS DataBolt bandwidth optimisation combines two 6Gb/s connections into one 12Gb/s data stream |
| Windows volume limitation | Non-Server versions of Windows have a 63TB limit for a single volume |
| SKU | TL-R1620Sdc |
| Model # | TL-R1620Sdc |
| Barcode # | 885022021444 |
| Brand | QNAP |
| Shipping Weight | 27.0000kg |
5-year QNAP manufacturer warranty
The QNAP TL-R1620Sdc is supplied with a 5-year QNAP manufacturer warranty.
Warranty coverage, eligibility and claim assessment are subject to QNAP's applicable warranty terms. Please retain your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase.
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