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QNAP TS-216G 2-Bay 2.5GbE NAS

A compact 2-bay NAS with an ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core 2.0GHz processor, 4GB onboard memory, built-in NPU acceleration, Gigabit Ethernet, 2.5GbE and USB One-Touch Copy.

2 bays2.5GbE4GB onboard2-year manufacturer warranty
QNAP TS-216G 2-bay 2.5GbE NAS

What is the QNAP TS-216G?

It is a 2-bay 2.5GbE NAS designed for home and small-office file storage, sharing and synchronisation. It combines an ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core 2.0GHz processor, 4GB non-expandable onboard memory, a built-in NPU, one 2.5GbE port, one Gigabit Ethernet port and USB One-Touch Copy.

2 baysHot-swappable SATA storage
2.5GbEBuilt-in Multi-Gig port
4GBOnboard non-expandable RAM
Built-in NPUAI recognition acceleration
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Reliable file management for home and small office

The TS-216G centralises files and supports access, sharing and synchronisation across multiple devices. The supplied information also positions it for productivity tools and multimedia applications.

Performance, AI and networking

An ARM Cortex-A55 four-core 2.0GHz processor and 4GB onboard memory support multitasking. The built-in NPU accelerates QNAP AI Core face and object recognition.

  • One 2.5GbE port supports 2.5G, 1G and 100M speeds.
  • One additional Gigabit Ethernet port is included.
  • Wake on LAN and Jumbo Frame are supported.

USB copy and snapshot protection

The USB Copy button can back up the contents of a connected USB device to the NAS. Snapshot protection is listed for protection against accidental deletion and malware attacks, including ransomware.

  • Two USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 port are included.
  • The two SATA bays are hot-swappable.
  • A Kensington security slot is supplied.

Supplied storage-capacity statement

The supplied product information states “up to 39TB” and separately specifies 38.6TB total storage capacity using two 22TB disks, with 19.3TB usable capacity when configured as RAID 1. These figures are retained exactly as supplied.

Important buying and deployment notes

  • The 4GB onboard memory is not expandable, and some RAM is reserved for shared graphics memory.
  • The supplied capacity wording includes both “up to 39TB” and 38.6TB total using two 22TB disks.
  • Power figures were tested with drives fully populated.
  • A supplied third-party review excerpt was omitted from the customer-facing content because it is not required to describe the product and no review URL or date was provided.

Frequently asked questions

What is the QNAP TS-216G?

It is a compact 2-bay 2.5GbE NAS for home and small-office file storage, sharing, synchronisation, productivity tools and multimedia applications.

Which processor is installed?

The TS-216G uses an ARM Cortex-A55 four-core processor running at 2.0GHz.

How much memory is installed, and can it be upgraded?

It includes 4GB onboard memory. The memory is not expandable, and some RAM is reserved for shared graphics memory.

Which drives are supported?

The two 3.5-inch SATA bays support 3.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives.

Are the drive bays hot-swappable?

Yes. The supplied specifications identify the two SATA drive bays as hot-swappable.

Which network ports are included?

It includes one 2.5GbE port supporting 2.5G, 1G and 100M speeds, plus one Gigabit Ethernet port.

Does the TS-216G support AI image recognition?

Yes. Its built-in NPU accelerates QNAP AI Core face and object recognition.

Can files be copied from USB with one button?

Yes. The USB Copy button can back up content from a connected USB device to the NAS.

Which USB ports are included?

It provides two USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 port.

Does the TS-216G support snapshot protection?

Yes. Snapshot protection is listed for protection against accidental deletion and malware attacks, including ransomware.

What storage capacity is stated in the supplied information?

The source states “up to 39TB” and also specifies 38.6TB total using two 22TB disks, with 19.3TB usable capacity in RAID 1.

What warranty applies to the TS-216G?

The supplied specifications list a two-year QNAP manufacturer warranty.

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Features and highlights

Key supplied capabilities and purchasing considerations for this QNAP product.

2-bay hot-swap storage

Two SATA bays support 3.5-inch HDDs and 2.5-inch SSDs.

2.5GbE plus Gigabit Ethernet

One Multi-Gig port and one Gigabit Ethernet port are built in.

ARM quad-core platform

A Cortex-A55 four-core processor runs at 2.0GHz.

Built-in NPU

Accelerates QNAP AI Core face and object recognition.

USB One-Touch Copy

The USB Copy button supports direct backup from a connected USB device.

2-year manufacturer warranty

The supplied specifications list a two-year QNAP manufacturer warranty.

Key points to review

  • 4GB onboard memory is not expandable.
  • Two USB 2.0 and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 port are included.
  • Capacity figures are retained as supplied.
  • Typical power was tested with drives fully populated.

QNAP TS-216G Specifications

Review the supplied processor, memory, storage, networking, connectivity, physical, power, environmental and warranty details.

QNAP TS-216G 2-bay 2.5GbE NAS

Processor and Memory

CPUARM 4-core Cortex-A55 2.0GHz processor
CPU architecture64-bit ARM
Graphics processorMali-G52
Encryption engineYes
Hardware-accelerated transcodingYes
Neural Processing UnitYes
System memory4GB onboard, non-expandable; some RAM is reserved for shared graphics memory
Maximum memory4GB onboard, non-expandable

Storage

Drive bays2 × 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
Drive compatibility3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives
2.5-inch SATA solid state drives
Hot-swappableYes
Supplied capacity statementUp to 39TB; also stated as 38.6TB total using two 22TB disks and 19.3TB usable in RAID 1

Networking and Connectivity

Gigabit Ethernet1 × RJ45
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet1 × 2.5GbE port (2.5G/1G/100M)
Wake on LANYes
Jumbo FrameYes
USB 2.02 ports
USB 3.2 Gen 11 port
ButtonsPower, reset and USB Copy

Physical Specifications

Form factorTower
LED indicatorsSystem status, LAN, USB and HDD 1–2
Dimensions (H × W × D)165 × 102 × 220.6mm; excludes the foot pad
Foot-pad noteThe foot pad may be up to 30mm / 1.18 inches high depending on model
Net weight1.45kg
Gross weight2.41kg
Kensington security slotYes

Power and Cooling

Power supplyMinimum 48W adapter, 12VDC, 100–240VAC
Disk standby power4.973W
Typical operating power13.907W; tested with drives fully populated
Fan1 × 70mm, 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 and Connections

Standard warranty2 years
Maximum concurrent CIFS connections200 with maximum memory
The supplied storage-capacity wording is retained exactly and includes both “up to 39TB” and 38.6TB total using two 22TB disks. Product images are illustrative, and designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
SKU TS-216G
Model # TS-216G
Barcode # 885022027415
Brand QNAP
Shipping Weight 2.3900kg
Shipping Width 0.219m
Shipping Height 0.161m
Shipping Length 0.102m
Shipping Cubic 0.003596000m3
QNAP2-year manufacturer warranty

QNAP manufacturer warranty

The QNAP TS-216G is supplied with a two-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 TS-216G 2-bay 2.5GbE Diskless NAS, ARM 4-core Cortex-A55 2.0GHz,4GB

Model # TS-216G

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