QNAP PCIe storage expansion card

QNAP QXP-3X4PES PCIe Gen3 x4 Storage Expansion Card

A PCIe Gen3 x4 expansion card using an SFF-8644 4X connection for linking a QTS or QuTS hero NAS to compatible QNAP TL PCIe Interface SATA JBOD enclosures.

Host interfacePCIe Gen3 x4

Cable connectionSFF-8644 4X

Transfer speedUp to 32 Gb/s

ExpansionUp to 12 JBODs

PCIe-connected JBOD expansion

The detailed supplied description identifies QXP-3X4PES as a PCIe Gen3 x4 card for connecting a QTS or QuTS hero NAS to QNAP TL PCIe Interface SATA JBOD enclosures.

Software and BIOS requirements

QuTS hero h5.1.2 or QTS 5.1.2 or later is required.
A specific BIOS update is required for each supported NAS model.
Actual transfer speed depends on the host NAS PCIe slot and the connected storage units.

Supplied capacity examples

The listed maximum pool size is 2.9 PB for a QuTS hero NAS.
The listed maximum pool size is 304 TB for a QTS NAS.
The 2.9 PB example is calculated using 22TB drives in twelve 16-bay enclosures.

Confirm the exact card model before publishing or ordering

The SKU and detailed description identify QXP-3X4PES with PCIe Gen3 x4 and SFF-8644 4X, while the supplied Name field identifies QXP-3X8PES and conflicting port and PCIe details.

Frequently asked questions

Answers below are based only on the supplied product information for QXP-3X4PES.

What does the QXP-3X4PES connect?

It connects a QTS or QuTS hero NAS to compatible QNAP TL PCIe Interface SATA JBOD enclosures.

How many JBOD enclosures can be daisy-chained?

The supplied description states that up to twelve compatible TL PCIe Interface SATA JBOD enclosures can be daisy-chained.

What host interface and connection are listed?

The detailed source lists PCIe Gen3 x4 and an SFF-8644 4X special cable connection.

What is the listed maximum transfer speed?

The source lists up to 32 Gb/s. Actual speed depends on the host NAS PCIe slot and connected storage units.

Which software and BIOS requirements are stated?

The host NAS requires QuTS hero h5.1.2 or QTS 5.1.2 or later and the specific BIOS update required for that NAS model.

What warranty applies to the QXP-3X4PES?

It is supplied with the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty. Confirm the warranty term for this exact SKU before purchase.

(QXP-3X4PES)

Features and highlights

QNAP QXP-3X4PES PCIe Gen3 x4 Storage Expansion Card

PCIe Gen3 x4

The detailed source identifies this host-card interface for QXP-3X4PES.

SFF-8644 4X

The supplied special-cable connection is stated for compatible enclosure links.

Up to 12 JBODs

The source allows daisy-chaining of up to twelve compatible TL PCIe Interface SATA JBODs.

Up to 32 Gb/s

The listed maximum depends on the host NAS PCIe slot and connected storage units.

Additional supplied highlights

Requires QuTS hero h5.1.2 or QTS 5.1.2 or later.
Requires the specific BIOS update for the supported NAS model.
Capacity examples depend on the stated drive and enclosure configuration.
Covered by the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty.

Technical specifications

Specifications below are organised from the supplied product information for QXP-3X4PES.

Specification	Details
Product Details
Brand	QNAP
Model	QXP-3X4PES
Product Type	PCIe storage expansion card
Host and Enclosure Connection
Host Interface	PCIe Gen3 x4
Cable Connection	SFF-8644 4X special cable
Supported Enclosure Family	QNAP TL PCIe Interface SATA JBOD
Maximum Daisy-Chain Count	Up to 12 JBODs
Maximum Transfer Speed Listed	Up to 32 Gb/s
Software and Capacity
NAS Software Requirement	QuTS hero h5.1.2 / QTS 5.1.2 or later
Additional Requirement	Specific BIOS update for each supported NAS model
Maximum Pool Size Listed	2.9 PB for QuTS hero NAS; 304 TB for QTS NAS
Capacity Example	Up to 2.9 PB calculated with 22TB drives in twelve 16-bay enclosures
Source Conflict
Name-Field Conflict	The supplied Name field identifies QXP-3X8PES with conflicting port and PCIe details; the exact SKU and detailed description identify QXP-3X4PES

SKU	QXP-3X4PES
Model #	QXP-3X4PES
Barcode #	885022025503
Brand	QNAP
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

QNAPManufacturer warranty

QNAP manufacturer warranty

The QNAP QXP-3X4PES is supplied with the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty.

Warranty coverage, duration, eligibility and claim assessment are subject to QNAP terms for the exact product. Please retain your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase.