QNAP TR-004 4 BAY DAS(NO DISK) HARDWARE RAID EXPANSION FOR QNAP NAS WINMAC
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4-bay USB Type-C hardware RAID enclosure
QNAP TR-004 4-Bay USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hardware RAID DAS
The QNAP TR-004 is a diskless four-bay tower enclosure for expanding compatible QNAP NAS or computer storage. It can also operate as direct-attached storage and provides USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connectivity with hardware RAID and software-control options.
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What is the QNAP TR-004?
It is a four-bay USB RAID enclosure with hardware RAID, selectable disk modes and support for Individual, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, RAID 5, RAID 5 plus spare and Software Control configurations.
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Storage and RAID capabilities
The supplied information combines direct USB storage access with multiple hardware- and software-controlled RAID options.
NAS expansion or DAS
Use the enclosure with a compatible QNAP NAS or connect it directly to a computer for USB storage access.
Hardware RAID control
Disk-mode DIP switches select hardware-controlled or software-controlled RAID configuration.
RAID 5 and RAID 10 support
The supplied specification includes RAID 5, RAID 5 plus spare and RAID 10 in addition to RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD and Individual modes.
Lockable drive trays
The four drive trays are listed as lockable to help prevent accidental removal.
Computer management
QNAP External RAID Manager is listed for supported computer-based RAID management.
Eject function
The eject button requires the QNAP External RAID Manager utility.
Connection, drive and capacity limitations
Review these supplied limitations before selecting drives or connecting the enclosure.
- Direct USB connection: Connect directly to the NAS, PC or Mac; do not use a USB hub or docking station.
- Cable length: A maximum USB cable length of 1 metre is recommended.
- Drive interface: The bays are SATA 3Gb/s slots; SATA 6Gb/s drives are supported with backward compatibility and are limited to 3Gb/s performance.
- RAID group mixing: Only one disk type, HDD or SSD, may be used within a RAID group.
- Hot-swap limitation: The enclosure is listed as hot-swappable, but drive hot-swap is not supported in Individual mode.
- Windows volume limit: Non-Server Windows versions have a 63TB limit for a single volume.
Frequently asked questions
Useful answers based on the supplied information for the QNAP TR-004.
Can the QNAP TR-004 be used as direct-attached storage?
Yes. It can operate as a DAS device, providing direct access to the installed drives through USB.
Which RAID modes does the TR-004 support?
It supports Individual, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, RAID 5, RAID 5 plus spare and Software Control modes.
What drive speeds are supported in the TR-004 bays?
The supplied specification lists SATA 3Gb/s slots. SATA 6Gb/s hard drives and SSDs are supported with backward compatibility, but performance is limited to 3Gb/s.
Can HDDs and SSDs be mixed in the same RAID group?
No. A RAID group must use one disk type only; combining HDDs and SSDs in the same RAID group is not supported.
Can the TR-004 be connected through a USB hub?
No. Connect it directly to the host USB port without a hub or docking station, and use a cable no longer than 1 metre as recommended.
Does Individual mode support drive hot-swap?
No. Although the enclosure is listed as hot-swappable, the supplied information states that drive hot-swap is not supported in Individual mode.
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Features and highlights
Key capabilities based on the supplied product information.
Four-bay storage
Provides four 3.5-inch bays with support for compatible 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA drives.
5Gbps USB Type-C
Uses one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port with a listed 5Gbps transfer rate.
Expanded RAID selection
Supports Individual, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, RAID 5 and RAID 5 plus spare.
Hardware or software control
DIP switches select Hardware Control or Software Control when setting the RAID group.
Cross-platform support
The supplied specification lists QTS or QuTS hero, Windows, Ubuntu and Mac.
Lockable trays and eject
Lockable trays and an eject button support controlled drive access and disconnection.
Purchase check: Connect directly to the host, use a cable no longer than 1 metre, keep each RAID group to one disk type and note that the SATA bays are limited to 3Gb/s performance.
Technical specifications
Specifications below are organised from the supplied product information.
Product details
| Brand | QNAP |
|---|---|
| Model | TR-004 |
| Product type | USB hardware RAID DAS and NAS expansion enclosure |
| JBOD connection interface | USB |
| Main chip | Microprocessor with hardware RAID |
| Form factor | Tower |
| Drive bays | 4 × 3.5-inch The system is shipped without hard drives. |
Drive support
| 3.5-inch drives | SATA 3Gb/s slot; supports SATA 6Gb/s hard drives with backward compatibility and performance limited to 3Gb/s |
|---|---|
| 2.5-inch hard drives | SATA 3Gb/s slot; supports SATA 6Gb/s hard drives with backward compatibility and performance limited to 3Gb/s |
| 2.5-inch solid-state drives | SATA 3Gb/s slot; supports SATA 6Gb/s SSDs with backward compatibility and performance limited to 3Gb/s |
| RAID-group disk type | Only one disk type, HDD or SSD, may be used in a RAID group |
| Unsupported adapters | QDA-A2AR and QDA-A2MAR |
| Hot-swappable | Yes; drive hot-swap is not supported in Individual mode |
Connectivity and controls
| USB port | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C |
|---|---|
| USB transfer rate | 5Gbps |
| Recommended USB cable length | Maximum 1 metre |
| Connection requirement | Connect directly to the host USB port without a hub or docking station |
| Disk-mode DIP switch | Supports Hardware Control and Software Control configurations |
| Lockable drive trays | Yes |
| Eject button | Yes; requires the QNAP External RAID Manager utility |
| Kensington security slot | Yes |
| System warning | Buzzer |
RAID and management
| Hardware RAID DAS | Yes |
|---|---|
| Individual / Single Disk | Yes |
| JBOD | Yes |
| RAID 0 | Yes |
| RAID 1 | Yes |
| RAID 10 | Yes |
| RAID 5 | Yes |
| RAID 5 plus spare | Yes |
| Software Control mode | RAID configuration can be controlled from a supported NAS or computer |
| Management utility | QNAP External RAID Manager |
Physical specifications
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 168.5 × 160.2 × 219mm, excluding a foot pad of up to 30mm / 1.18 inches depending on model |
|---|---|
| Net weight | 3.18kg |
| Gross weight | 3.18kg |
Power and cooling
| Power supply | Minimum 60W adapter, 12VDC, 100240VAC |
|---|---|
| HDD sleep power consumption | 4.17W |
| Typical operating power | 18.21W, tested with drives fully populated |
| Fan | 1 × 120mm, 12VDC |
Operating environment
| Operating temperature | 040°C (32104°F) |
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| Storage temperature | -2070°C (-4158°F) |
| Relative humidity | 595% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27°C (80.6°F) |
System support
| QTS / QuTS hero | Yes |
|---|---|
| Windows | Yes; non-Server Windows versions have a 63TB single-volume limit, and Windows Server is recommended for larger volumes |
| Ubuntu | Yes |
| Mac | Yes |
Warranty
| Standard warranty | 2; the supplied datasheet does not state the unit |
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| SKU | TR-004 |
| Model # | TR-004 |
| Barcode # | 885022016358 |
| Brand | QNAP |
| Shipping Weight | 3.2000kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.300m |
| Shipping Height | 0.250m |
| Shipping Length | 0.320m |
| Shipping Cubic | 0.024000000m3 |
QNAPManufacturer warranty
QNAP manufacturer warranty
The QNAP TR-004 is supplied with the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty.
The supplied specification lists a standard warranty value of 2 but does not identify the unit. No duration is stated here. Warranty coverage, eligibility and claim assessment are subject to QNAP terms. Please retain your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase.
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