QNAP TS-h973AX-32G Desktop 9-Bay Diskless NAS AMD Ryzen CPU 32GB RAM
Model # TS-h973AX-32G
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SKU: TS-h973AX-32G
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9-bay hybrid-storage QuTS hero tower NAS
QNAP TS-h973AX-32G 9-Bay Ryzen 10GbE QuTS hero NAS
The QNAP TS-h973AX-32G is a diskless 9-bay QuTS hero NAS with an AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B processor, 32GB DDR4 memory, five 3.5-inch bays, four 2.5-inch bays, one 10GBASE-T port and two 2.5GbE ports.
Diskless9 bays32GB DDR410GbE + 2.5GbEQNAP manufacturer warranty
What is the QNAP TS-h973AX-32G?
It is a diskless hybrid NAS that combines SATA HDD and SSD capacity with U.2 NVMe support in 2.5-inch bays 1 and 2. The ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system supports data integrity, storage efficiency and recovery features.
Feature group 1
AMD Ryzen processing and flexible memory
Four-core processing and expandable memory support compute-demanding NAS applications.
Ryzen Embedded V1500B
The processor provides four cores, eight threads and a 2.2GHz clock speed.
32GB installed memory
This configuration includes 32GB SODIMM DDR4 and supports up to 64GB.
Optional ECC
ECC memory is supported, but ECC and non-ECC modules cannot be used together. Identical modules are required for dual-DIMM configurations.
Feature group 2
Hybrid storage with U.2 NVMe
Five 3.5-inch bays and four 2.5-inch bays balance capacity and low-latency flash.
SATA storage
The 3.5-inch bays support compatible 3.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA drives.
Dedicated U.2 positions
Only 2.5-inch bays 1 and 2 support U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 3 x4 SSDs.
Connector protection
Installing U.2 NVMe SSDs in other bays can damage the drive connectors.
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Feature group 3
Multi-gigabit networking
Built-in 10GbE and 2.5GbE support demanding transfers and collaborative workflows.
10GBASE-T
One multi-gigabit port supports 10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G and 100M speeds.
Dual 2.5GbE
Two additional RJ45 ports support 2.5G, 1G and 100M.
Supplied QNAP Labs result
The supplied test recorded 1167MB/s download and 929MB/s upload using a 10GB Windows file-transfer test. Results vary by environment.
Feature group 4
QuTS hero and business applications
ZFS-based features support data integrity, recovery, virtualisation and hybrid cloud workflows.
Data protection
The supplied feature set includes self-healing, WORM, snapshots, SnapSync, RAID Z and QSAL.
Data reduction
Inline deduplication, compression and compaction can reduce storage consumption.
Business applications
The supplied content lists virtual machines, containers, SaaS and VM backup, hybrid cloud gateways and VMware Ready, Hyper-V, Citrix and Veeam Ready support.
Frequently asked questions
Does the QNAP TS-h973AX-32G include storage drives?
No. This configuration is supplied without HDDs or SSDs.
How are the nine drive bays configured?
It has five 3.5-inch bays and four 2.5-inch bays.
Where can U.2 NVMe SSDs be installed?
U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 3 x4 SSDs can only be installed in 2.5-inch bays 1 and 2. Installing them in other bays can damage the drive connectors.
Which processor is installed?
It uses an AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B four-core, eight-thread processor running at 2.2GHz.
How much memory is included and supported?
It includes 32GB SODIMM DDR4 memory and supports up to 64GB across two slots.
Does the TS-h973AX-32G support ECC memory?
Yes. Optional ECC memory is supported, but ECC and non-ECC modules cannot be mixed.
What network ports are included?
It includes one 10GBASE-T multi-gigabit port and two 2.5GbE RJ45 ports.
Does it support SSD cache acceleration?
Yes. SSD cache acceleration is supported for improving random I/O and IOPS-intensive workloads.
Which QuTS hero data-protection features are listed?
The supplied feature set includes self-healing, WORM, snapshots, SnapSync, RAID Z, inline data reduction and QSAL.
Which virtualisation platforms are listed?
The supplied content lists VMware Ready, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix and Veeam Ready support.
What performance result is supplied for this configuration?
QNAP Labs testing supplied with the row records 1167MB/s download and 929MB/s upload in a 10GB Windows file-transfer test. Results may vary by environment.
What warranty applies to the TS-h973AX-32G?
The supplied specifications list a three-year QNAP manufacturer warranty. Coverage is subject to QNAPs applicable warranty terms.
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Features and highlights
Key product details organised from the supplied QNAP information for TS-h973AX-32G.
Diskless 9-bay platform
Five 3.5-inch bays and four 2.5-inch bays support a mixed storage design.
U.2 NVMe acceleration
Bays 1 and 2 support U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 3 x4 SSDs.
32GB DDR4 memory
Installed memory supports expansion to 64GB, with optional ECC support.
Built-in 10GbE
One 10GBASE-T port is paired with two 2.5GbE ports.
QuTS hero protection
ZFS-based integrity, WORM, snapshots, SnapSync and data reduction are included in the supplied feature set.
Virtualisation support
The supplied content lists VMware Ready, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix and Veeam Ready support.
Purchase check: This NAS is supplied without HDDs or SSDs. U.2 NVMe SSDs must only be installed in 2.5-inch bays 1 and 2; installing them in other bays can damage the drive connectors.
Technical specifications
The following specifications are organised from the supplied product information for QNAP TS-h973AX-32G.
Product details
| Brand | QNAP |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | TS-h973AX-32G |
| Product type | diskless 9-bay hybrid-storage tower NAS |
Processor and Memory
| CPU | AMD Ryzen Embedded V1500B 4-core/8-thread 2.2GHz processor |
|---|---|
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit x86 |
| Encryption Engine | Yes (AES-NI) |
| System Memory | 32GB SODIMM DDR4 |
| Maximum Memory | 64GB (2 x 32GB) |
| Memory Slots | 2 x SODIMM DDR4 Optional ECC memory is supported. For dual-DIMM configuration, use a pair of identical DDR4 modules. |
Storage
| Drive Bays | 5 x 3.5-inch + 4 x 2.5-inch The system is supplied without HDDs or SSDs. |
|---|---|
| 3.5-inch Bay Compatibility | 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives |
| 2.5-inch Bay Compatibility | 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives 2.5-inch U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 3 x4 solid state drives in bays 1 and 2 |
| U.2 NVMe Installation Limitation | 2.5-inch bays 1 and 2 support either U.2 NVMe SSDs or SATA 6Gb/s SSDs. U.2 NVMe SSDs can only be installed in 2.5-inch bays 1 and 2. Installing these drives in other bays will damage the drive connectors. |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes |
| SSD Cache Acceleration | Supported |
Networking
| 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | 2 x 2.5GbE ports (2.5G/1G/100M) |
|---|---|
| 5 Gigabit Ethernet | Optional via the QNA-UC5G1T USB to 5GbE network adapter |
| 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 1 x 10GBASE-T (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M) |
| Wake on LAN | Yes |
| Jumbo Frame | Yes |
Connectivity and Controls
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports | 1 x Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 3 x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
|---|---|
| LED Indicators | HDD 15, SSD 14, Power/Status, LAN, USB |
| Buttons | Power, Reset, USB Copy |
| Kensington Security Slot | Yes |
| System Warning | Buzzer |
Physical Specifications
| Form Factor | Tower |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 176.5 x 224.6 x 224.1mm Dimensions do not include the foot pad, which may be up to 30mm / 1.18 inches high depending on model. |
| Net Weight | 4.34kg |
| Gross Weight | 5.08kg |
Power and Cooling
| Power Supply Unit | External, 120W, AC 100240V |
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| Disk Standby Power Consumption | 41.2W |
| Typical Operating Power Consumption | 55.41W Tested with drives fully populated. |
| Fan | 1 x 140mm, 12VDC |
Operating Environment
| Operating Temperature | 040°C (32104°F) |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -2070°C (-4158°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 595% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27°C (80.6°F) |
Warranty and Connections
| Standard Warranty | 3 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Concurrent CIFS Connections | 2000 with maximum memory installed |
Supplied Performance Test
| 10GbE Windows File Transfer | Download: 1167MB/s Upload: 929MB/s Tested with a 10GB file in QNAP Labs. Figures may vary by environment. |
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| NAS Test Configuration | TS-h973AX-32G, QuTS hero h4.5.0, 5 x Seagate 1TB ST1000NM0033 HDDs in RAID 5, 2 x Samsung 850 Pro 512GB SSDs, 2 x Kioxia U.2 SSDs, compression on, deduplication off |
| Client Test Configuration | Windows 10 Pro, Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz, 64GB RAM, LAN-10G2T-X550 |
Virtualization Support Listed in Supplied Content
| Virtualization Certifications | VMware Ready Microsoft Hyper-V Citrix Veeam Ready |
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| SKU | TS-h973AX-32G |
| Model # | TS-h973AX |
| Barcode # | 4713213518663 |
| Brand | QNAP |
| Shipping Weight | 5.2000kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.340m |
| Shipping Height | 0.250m |
| Shipping Length | 0.380m |
| Shipping Cubic | 0.032300000m3 |
Three yearsQNAP manufacturer warranty
3-year QNAP manufacturer warranty
The supplied specifications list a 3-year manufacturer warranty for QNAP TS-h973AX-32G.
Warranty coverage, eligibility and claim assessment are subject to QNAPs applicable warranty terms. Please retain your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase.
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