Four-port arrangement
The supplied name describes four ports as 2 x 2 SFF-8644.
QNAP QXP-3X8PES 4-port (2 x 2 SFF-8644) PCIe Gen3 x8 Low-profile expansion card
Model # QXP-3X8PES
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SKU: QXP-3X8PES
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QNAP high-bandwidth storage expansion
QNAP QXP-3X8PES PCIe Gen3 x8 Storage Expansion Card
A four-port PCIe Gen3 x8 expansion card using SFF-8644 8X connectivity for linking a QTS or QuTS hero NAS to compatible QNAP TL PCIe Interface SATA JBOD enclosures.
Ports listed4-port, 2 x 2 SFF-8644
Host interfacePCIe Gen3 x8
Transfer speedUp to 64 Gb/s
ExpansionUp to 12 JBODs
High-bandwidth PCIe JBOD expansion
The QXP-3X8PES is described as a PCIe Gen3 x8 storage expansion card with SFF-8644 8X connectivity for compatible 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.
Check the host NAS requirements
Confirm that the target NAS provides the required PCIe Gen3 x8 slot, supported software version, model-specific BIOS and suitable SFF-8644 8X cabling.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are based only on the supplied product information for QXP-3X8PES.
What is the QXP-3X8PES used for?
It connects a QTS or QuTS hero NAS to compatible QNAP TL PCIe Interface SATA JBOD enclosures for storage expansion.
How many ports are listed for the QXP-3X8PES?
The supplied product name identifies a four-port arrangement described as 2 x 2 SFF-8644.
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 connected.
What is the listed maximum transfer speed?
The card is listed at up to 64 Gb/s. Actual speed depends on the host NAS PCIe slot and connected storage units.
Which NAS software versions are required?
The source requires QuTS hero h5.1.2 or QTS 5.1.2 or later and the specific BIOS update required for each supported NAS model.
What warranty applies to the QXP-3X8PES?
It is supplied with the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty. Confirm the warranty term for this exact SKU before purchase.
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Features and highlights
QNAP QXP-3X8PES PCIe Gen3 x8 Storage Expansion Card
PCIe Gen3 x8
The host interface is stated for this exact model.
Up to 12 JBODs
The source allows up to twelve compatible TL PCIe Interface SATA JBODs.
Up to 64 Gb/s
The listed maximum depends on the host NAS PCIe slot and storage units.
Additional supplied highlights
- Uses SFF-8644 8X special cabling.
- Requires QuTS hero h5.1.2 or QTS 5.1.2 or later.
- Requires the specific BIOS update for the supported NAS model.
- Covered by the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty.
Technical specifications
Specifications below are organised from the supplied product information for QXP-3X8PES.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Details | |
| Brand | QNAP |
| Model | QXP-3X8PES |
| Product Type | PCIe storage expansion card |
| Ports Listed | 4-port (2 x 2 SFF-8644) |
| Host and Enclosure Connection | |
| Host Interface | PCIe Gen3 x8 |
| Cable Connection | SFF-8644 8X 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 64 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 |
| SKU | QXP-3X8PES |
| Model # | QXP-3X8PES |
| Barcode # | 4711103083185 |
| Brand | QNAP |
| Shipping Weight | 1.0000kg |
QNAPManufacturer warranty
QNAP manufacturer warranty
The QNAP QXP-3X8PES 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.
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