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QNAP TL-R1200C-RP 12-Bay 2U USB JBOD Expansion Enclosure

The QNAP TL-R1200C-RP is a 2U rackmount JBOD enclosure with twelve hot-swappable SATA drive bays, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C host interface and dual 250W power supplies. It is supplied without drives.

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QNAP TL-R1200C-RP 12-Bay 2U USB JBOD Expansion Enclosure

What is the QNAP TL-R1200C-RP?

It is a twelve-bay direct-attached USB JBOD enclosure for expanding or backing up compatible QNAP NAS, Windows and Ubuntu storage. The enclosure connects directly to a supported host through USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C.

12 baysHot-swappable 3.5-inch drive bays
Up to 10Gb/sUSB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
2U rackmountOptional RAIL-B02 support
250W × 2Redundant power supplies
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Key capabilities

The following points are organised from the supplied QNAP product information.

High-capacity expansion

Twelve SATA bays support 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs for independent storage expansion and backup.

Direct USB connectivity

The USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C host interface supports up to 10Gb/s. The enclosure should be connected directly to the host.

QNAP NAS management

On a compatible QNAP NAS, Storage & Snapshots Manager can configure storage pools, software RAID and snapshots.

Computer support

The supplied specifications list Windows and Ubuntu support in addition to QTS and QuTS hero.

JBOD migration

Configured storage can be moved between supported hosts for large file transfers; software RAID migration is limited to the same operating system.

Redundant power

Two 250W power supply units provide power redundancy for rackmount storage operation.

Compatibility and deployment notes

  • The enclosure is supplied without HDDs or SSDs.
  • QNAP NAS use requires QTS 4.4.2 or later, or QuTS hero.
  • Connect the enclosure directly to the host; a USB hub or docking station must not be placed between the host and the JBOD.
  • The supplied information recommends a USB cable no longer than one metre and lists one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C to Type-A cable in the package.
  • ASM1142 USB controller IC-based ports and PCIe expansion cards are not supported.
  • The enclosure must be configured as an independent storage pool or volume. Its storage cannot be combined with the connected NAS, and NAS applications cannot be installed on it.
  • Only one disk type, HDD or SSD, may be used within a RAID group.
  • Non-Server versions of Windows have a 63TB limit for a single volume.

Frequently asked questions

Does the QNAP TL-R1200C-RP include drives?

No. The enclosure is supplied without HDDs or SSDs.

Which drives does the TL-R1200C-RP support?

Its 3.5-inch bays support 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s or 3Gb/s hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s or 3Gb/s solid state drives. A RAID group must use only one disk type.

How does the TL-R1200C-RP connect to a host?

It uses one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C host interface with transfer speeds up to 10Gb/s. Connect it directly to the host without an intermediate USB hub or docking station.

Can its storage be merged with the connected NAS storage pool?

No. The TL-R1200C-RP must be used as an independent storage pool or volume, and NAS applications cannot be installed on it.

Which host platforms are listed as supported?

The supplied information lists QTS or QuTS hero, Windows and Ubuntu. QNAP NAS use requires QTS 4.4.2 or later, or QuTS hero.

What warranty applies to the TL-R1200C-RP?

The TL-R1200C-RP is supplied with QNAP manufacturer warranty. Coverage is subject to QNAP's applicable warranty terms.

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Features and highlights

Key capabilities for the QNAP TL-R1200C-RP, based on the supplied product information.

High-capacity expansion

Twelve SATA bays support 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs for independent storage expansion and backup.

Direct USB connectivity

The USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C host interface supports up to 10Gb/s. The enclosure should be connected directly to the host.

QNAP NAS management

On a compatible QNAP NAS, Storage & Snapshots Manager can configure storage pools, software RAID and snapshots.

Computer support

The supplied specifications list Windows and Ubuntu support in addition to QTS and QuTS hero.

JBOD migration

Configured storage can be moved between supported hosts for large file transfers; software RAID migration is limited to the same operating system.

Redundant power

Two 250W power supply units provide power redundancy for rackmount storage operation.

Purchase check: Drives are sold separately. Confirm host USB support, operating-system requirements and drive compatibility before deployment.

Technical specifications

Specifications are organised from the supplied QNAP product information.

Storage
JBOD Connection InterfaceUSB
Drive Bays12 × 3.5-inch
The system is shipped without HDDs.
Drive Compatibility3.5-inch bays:
3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s hard disk drives
2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/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-SwappableYes
Connectivity and Controls
Host Interface1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
LED IndicatorsHDD 1–12, Status, Link, Fan error
ButtonsPower switch
Fan Mode SwitchYes
(Auto, high, medium, low)
System WarningBuzzer
Physical Specifications
Form Factor2U rackmount
Dimensions (H × W × D)88.6 × 482 × 562.5 mm
Excludes the ear hook and protruding part of the power supply unit.
Net Weight13.17 kg
Gross Weight15.22 kg
Power and Cooling
Power Supply Unit250W × 2 PSU, 100–240V
Typical Operating Power Consumption82.26 W
Tested with drives fully populated.
Fans2 × 70 mm, 12VDC
Operating Environment
Operating Temperature0–40°C (32–104°F)
Storage Temperature-20–70°C (-4–158°F)
Relative Humidity5–95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27°C (80.6°F)
Host Support
QTS / QuTS heroYes
WindowsYes
UbuntuYes
Warranty
Standard Warranty3; unit not stated in the supplied data
Connection and deployment notes
Maximum stated USB speedUp to 10Gb/s
Supported USB host levelUSB 3.2 Gen 1 or later
Unsupported USB controllerASM1142 USB controller IC-based ports and PCIe expansion cards are not supported
Recommended maximum USB cable length1 metre
Included cable1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C to Type-A cable
NAS software requirementQTS 4.4.2 or later, or QuTS hero
NAS storage limitationIndependent storage pool or volume only; cannot be combined with connected NAS storage
Application installationNAS applications cannot be installed on the enclosure
Windows volume limitationNon-Server versions of Windows have a 63TB limit for a single volume
SKU TL-R1200C-RP
Model # TL-R1200C-RP
Barcode # 885022018215
Brand QNAP
Shipping Weight 7.3000kg
Shipping Width 0.230m
Shipping Height 0.230m
Shipping Length 0.230m
QNAPManufacturer warranty

QNAP manufacturer warranty

The QNAP TL-R1200C-RP is supplied with 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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QNAP TL-R1200C-RP, 12 Bay Expansion Unit

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