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QNAP TS-873AeU-4G 8-Bay Short-Depth 2.5GbE Rackmount NAS

The QNAP TS-873AeU-4G is a diskless 8-bay, 2U short-depth rackmount NAS with an AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B 4-core/8-thread 2.2GHz processor, 4GB DDR4 memory, dual 2.5GbE, two M.2 NVMe slots and PCIe expansion.

Diskless 8-bay NAS297.4mm depthDual 2.5GbE3-year warranty
QNAP TS-873AeU-4G short-depth 8-bay rackmount NAS

What is the QNAP TS-873AeU-4G?

It is a compact eight-bay rackmount NAS designed for virtual machines, intensive multi-user access, SSD caching and hybrid-cloud storage where a 297.4mm chassis depth is useful.

8 BaysHot-swappable SATA storage
4GB DDR4Expandable to 64GB
297.4mmShort-depth 2U chassis
2 × 2.5GbEPort trunking up to 5Gbps
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Ryzen processing and expandable ECC-capable memory

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B provides four cores, eight threads and a 2.2GHz clock speed for resource-demanding NAS applications.

The system includes 4GB SODIMM DDR4 memory and supports up to 64GB using two 32GB modules. ECC memory is supported, and dual-DIMM configurations require a matched pair.

  • 64-bit x86 architecture with AES-NI encryption support.
  • Optional hardware-accelerated transcoding is available through a compatible PCIe graphics card.
  • Use compatible memory modules with identical specifications in a dual-DIMM configuration.

Eight SATA bays and dual M.2 NVMe slots

Eight 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s bays support compatible 3.5-inch hard drives and 2.5-inch solid state drives.

Two M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x1 slots support compatible NVMe SSDs for SSD cache acceleration and Qtier storage optimisation.

  • The system is supplied without hard drives.
  • The main drive bays are hot-swappable; M.2 SSDs are not hot-swappable.
  • M.2 slots are compatible with NVMe SSDs using PCIe Gen 3 and above.

Dual 2.5GbE, 10Gbps USB and PCIe expansion

Two 2.5GbE ports support 2.5G, 1G, 100M and 10M connections. Port trunking can provide transfer speeds up to 5Gbps.

One PCIe Gen 3 x8 slot supports compatible 10/25GbE networking, QM2, Fibre Channel or graphics expansion cards.

  • Four USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports provide up to 10Gbps connectivity: two Type-A and two Type-C.
  • Wake on LAN is supported through the 2.5GbE port, and Jumbo Frame support is included.
  • HDMI output is optional through a compatible PCIe graphics card.

Short-depth deployment and operating-system flexibility

The 2U chassis measures 88.6 × 432 × 297.4mm, excluding the ear hook and protruding part of the power supply.

The TS-873AeU supports QTS or QuTS hero, allowing deployment according to operational, storage and data-protection requirements.

  • The supplied information identifies smaller racks, wall-mount AV cabinets, network cabinets and surveillance recording environments as deployment examples.
  • The source states that the short-depth design provides up to a 38% size reduction compared with the previous generation.
  • A 250W power supply is specified.

Important purchasing and deployment notes

  • This is a diskless system; compatible storage drives must be purchased separately.
  • M.2 NVMe SSDs are not hot-swappable.
  • For two memory modules, use a matched pair of compatible DDR4 modules.
  • Confirm rack, rail, drive, memory and expansion-card compatibility before deployment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the QNAP TS-873AeU-4G?

It is a diskless eight-bay, 2U short-depth rackmount NAS with AMD Ryzen processing, 4GB DDR4 memory, dual 2.5GbE, dual M.2 slots and PCIe expansion.

Does the TS-873AeU-4G include hard drives?

No. The supplied information states that the system is shipped without hard drives.

Which processor is installed?

It uses an AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B four-core, eight-thread processor running at 2.2GHz.

How much memory does it support?

It includes 4GB SODIMM DDR4 memory and supports up to 64GB using two 32GB modules. ECC memory is supported.

Which drives are supported?

The eight SATA bays support compatible 3.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives.

Does it support M.2 NVMe SSDs?

Yes. It has two M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x1 slots for compatible NVMe SSDs used for caching and Qtier.

Are the M.2 SSDs hot-swappable?

No. The supplied specifications state that M.2 SSDs are not hot-swappable.

Which network ports are included?

It includes two 2.5GbE ports supporting 2.5G, 1G, 100M and 10M connections.

Can network connectivity be upgraded?

Yes. Optional 5GbE or 10GbE can be added through a compatible network adapter, and the PCIe slot supports higher-speed expansion options.

How deep is the chassis?

The chassis depth is 297.4mm, excluding the ear hook and protruding part of the power supply unit.

Which operating systems are supported?

The supplied information states that the TS-873AeU supports QTS or QuTS hero.

What manufacturer warranty applies?

The supplied specifications list a three-year QNAP manufacturer warranty.

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Features and highlights

Key capabilities below are organised from the supplied product information for TS-873AeU-4G.

297.4mm short-depth chassis

The compact 2U rackmount format supports installations where rack depth and cabling space are limited.

AMD Ryzen V1500B CPU

Four cores and eight threads at 2.2GHz support virtual machines and multi-user storage workloads.

4GB expandable memory

Installed DDR4 memory supports expansion to 64GB, with ECC memory support stated.

Dual 2.5GbE ports

Two multi-gigabit ports support port trunking for transfer speeds up to 5Gbps.

Dual M.2 NVMe slots

Two M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x1 slots support SSD caching and Qtier.

PCIe Gen 3 x8 expansion

A compatible card can add 10/25GbE, QM2, Fibre Channel or graphics capability.

Important: The system is supplied without hard drives. M.2 SSDs are not hot-swappable, and compatibility should be confirmed for drives, memory, rail hardware and expansion cards.

TS-873AeU-4G specifications

Specifications below are organised from the supplied QNAP product information for TS-873AeU-4G.

Processor and Memory
CPUAMD Ryzen™ Embedded V1500B 4-core/8-thread 2.2 GHz processor
CPU Architecture64-bit x86
Encryption EngineYes
(AES-NI)
Hardware-Accelerated TranscodingOptional via a PCIe graphics card
System Memory4 GB SODIMM DDR4
Maximum Memory64 GB (2 x 32 GB)
Memory Slots2 x SODIMM DDR4; supports ECC memory
For dual-DIMM configuration, use a pair of identical DDR4 modules.
Storage
Drive Bays8 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
The system is shipped without HDDs.
Drive Compatibility3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives
2.5-inch SATA solid state drives
Hot-SwappableYes
M.2 SSDs are not hot-swappable.
M.2 Slots2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe Gen3 x1)
Compatible with NVMe SSD PCIe Gen 3 and above.
SSD Cache Acceleration SupportYes
Networking
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet2 x 2.5GbE ports (2.5G/1G/100M/10M)
5 Gigabit EthernetOptional via a network adapter
10 Gigabit EthernetOptional via a network adapter
Wake on LANYes
Supported through the 2.5GbE port only.
Jumbo FrameYes
Expansion and Connectivity
PCIe Slot1 x PCIe Gen3 x8
Supported card dimensions: 210 x 68.9 x 18.76 mm / 8.27 x 2.71 x 0.74 inches.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports4 x 10Gbps ports (2 x Type-A, 2 x Type-C)
HDMI™ OutputOptional via a PCIe graphics card
Physical Specifications
Form Factor2U short-depth rackmount
LED IndicatorsHDD 1-8, status, LAN, USB, power
ButtonsPower, reset
Dimensions (H x W x D)88.6 x 432 x 297.4 mm
Excludes the ear hook and protruding part of the power supply unit.
Net Weight7.97 kg
Gross Weight9.47 kg
Power and Cooling
Power Supply Unit250W PSU, 100-240V
Power Consumption: Disk Standby26.76 W
Power Consumption: Typical Operating Mode52.49 W
Tested fully populated with WD10EFRX hard drives.
Fans3 x 60 mm, 12VDC
System WarningBuzzer
Environmental
Operating Temperature0-40 °C (32°F-104°F)
Storage Temperature-20-70 °C (-4°F-158°F)
Relative Humidity5-95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27 °C (80.6 °F)
Warranty and Connections
Standard Warranty3 years
Maximum Concurrent CIFS Connections2,000 with maximum memory installed
SKU TS-873AeU-4G
Model # TS-873AeU
Barcode # 885022023424
Brand QNAP
Shipping Weight 9.5000kg
Shipping Width 0.590m
Shipping Height 0.210m
Shipping Length 0.580m
Shipping Cubic 0.071862000m3
Assembled Length 0.482m
Assembled Height 0.089m
Assembled Width 0.297m
3 YearsQNAP manufacturer warranty

3-year QNAP manufacturer warranty

The supplied specifications list a 3-year standard manufacturer warranty for the QNAP TS-873AeU-4G.

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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QNAP NAS TS-873AeU-4G 8-bay short-depth rackmount NAS, AMD Ryzen V1000 series V1500B

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