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QNAP TL-R1620Sep-RP 16-Bay 3U SAS Storage Expansion Enclosure

The QNAP TL-R1620Sep-RP is a short-depth 3U, sixteen-bay SAS 12Gb/s storage expansion enclosure for compatible QTS and QuTS hero NAS systems. It supports multipath routing, JBOD cascading, four Mini-SAS HD ports and dual 550W power supplies.

TL-R1620Sep-RP16 baysQNAP manufacturer warranty
QNAP TL-R1620Sep-RP 16-Bay 3U SAS Storage Expansion Enclosure

What is the QNAP TL-R1620Sep-RP?

It is a diskless enterprise SAS JBOD expansion enclosure managed by a compatible QNAP NAS through QTS or QuTS hero. The supplied content states support for up to sixteen daisy-chained enclosures and up to 4.6PB raw capacity.

16 baysHot-swappable SAS/SATA drive bays
4 × SAS 12Gb/sMini-SAS HD wide ports
Up to 4.6PBStated raw capacity
5 yearsQNAP manufacturer warranty
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Key capabilities

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

SAS expansion

Four 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 wide ports support host connections and cascading.

Multipath operation

Supported multipath routing helps maintain smoother data transmission and continuous system operation.

High stated bandwidth

The supplied content states up to 192Gbps to one host and up to 96Gb/s using two-wide-port link aggregation.

Daisy-chain capacity

Up to sixteen expansion enclosures can be daisy-chained for up to 4.6PB raw capacity.

Host-based management

QTS or QuTS hero provides S.M.A.R.T. information, enclosure location, smart fan control and in-band SAS firmware updates.

Short-depth rackmount design

The 3U chassis supports optional RAIL-S01 installation in a compatible 19-inch rack.

Compatibility and deployment notes

  • The enclosure is supplied without hard drives.
  • The host NAS requires QTS 4.5.1 or QuTS hero h4.5.1 or later, plus built-in SAS ports or a compatible QXP PCIe SAS expansion card.
  • 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.
  • 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-R1620Sep-RP include drives?

No. The enclosure is supplied without HDDs.

Which drives are supported?

The bays support 3.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s or 6Gb/s HDDs, 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s or 3Gb/s HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s or 3Gb/s SSDs. A RAID group must use one disk type.

What host system is required?

A compatible QNAP NAS running QTS 4.5.1 or QuTS hero h4.5.1 or later is required, with built-in SAS ports or a compatible QXP PCIe SAS expansion card.

Does the TL-R1620Sep-RP support multipath routing?

Yes. The supplied information states that multipath routing supports smoother data transmission and continuous operation with a compatible NAS.

What expansion capacity is stated?

The supplied content states that up to sixteen enclosures can be daisy-chained for up to 4.6PB raw capacity.

What warranty applies to the TL-R1620Sep-RP?

The supplied data lists a five-year QNAP manufacturer warranty.

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Features and highlights

Key capabilities for the QNAP TL-R1620Sep-RP, based on the supplied product information.

SAS expansion

Four 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 wide ports support host connections and cascading.

Multipath operation

Supported multipath routing helps maintain smoother data transmission and continuous system operation.

High stated bandwidth

The supplied content states up to 192Gbps to one host and up to 96Gb/s using two-wide-port link aggregation.

Daisy-chain capacity

Up to sixteen expansion enclosures can be daisy-chained for up to 4.6PB raw capacity.

Host-based management

QTS or QuTS hero provides S.M.A.R.T. information, enclosure location, smart fan control and in-band SAS firmware updates.

Short-depth rackmount design

The 3U chassis supports optional RAIL-S01 installation in a compatible 19-inch rack.

Purchase check: Confirm host NAS, SAS expansion-card, drive and rack compatibility before deployment.

Technical specifications

Specifications are organised from the supplied QNAP product information.

Storage and Drive Support
JBOD Connection InterfaceSAS
Drive Bays16 × 3.5-inch
The system is shipped without HDDs.
Drive Compatibility3.5-inch bays:
3.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s, 6Gb/s hard disk drives
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
Supports JBOD CascadingYes
Supports Expanding NAS Storage PoolsYes
Supports Multi-pathYes
Host Interface and Indicators
Host Interface4 × 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 wide ports (4-wide port), Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644)
LED IndicatorsFront panel: HDD 1–16, Power, Status, Link, Fan error
Rear panel: SAS connector, Enclosure ID
ButtonsPower
System Support and Management
QTS / QuTS heroYes
WindowsYes
ManagementManaged via QNAP QTS / QuTS hero OS
Supports disk S.M.A.R.T. information
RAID expansion enclosure identifier
Locate RAID expansion enclosures
Locate hard disks on RAID expansion enclosure
Smart fan control by detecting system and hard drive temperature
In-band SAS firmware update
Physical Specifications
Form Factor3U short-depth rackmount
Dimensions (H × W × D)131.3 × 482.2 × 425.3mm
Excludes ear hook and the protruding part of the power supply unit.
Weight (Net)11.48kg
Weight (Gross)16.8kg
Power and Cooling
Power Supply Unit550W × 2, 100–240V
Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical207.13W
Tested with drives fully populated.
Fan3 × 80mm, 12VDC
System WarningBuzzer
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)
Warranty
Standard Warranty5 years
Performance and deployment
Maximum stated transfer speed to one hostUp to 192Gbps using four SAS wide ports
Maximum stated link-aggregation speedUp to 96Gb/s using two SAS wide ports
Maximum stated daisy-chain quantityUp to 16 expansion enclosures
Maximum stated raw capacityUp to 4.6PB
Host software requirementQTS 4.5.1 or QuTS hero h4.5.1 or later
Host connectivity requirementBuilt-in SAS ports or a compatible QXP PCIe SAS storage expansion card
Optional rail kitRAIL-S01 for a compatible 19-inch rack
Windows volume limitationNon-Server versions of Windows have a 63TB limit for a single volume
SKU TL-R1620Sep-RP
Model # TL-R1620Sep-RP
Barcode # 4713213518588
Brand QNAP
Shipping Weight 11.5000kg
Shipping Width 0.480m
Shipping Height 0.430m
Shipping Length 0.130m
5 YearsQNAP manufacturer warranty

5-year QNAP manufacturer warranty

The QNAP TL-R1620Sep-RP 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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QNAP TL-R1620Sep-RP 16 Bay 3U Rackmount SAS Storage Expansion Enclosure

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