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QNAP One of the Largest Subdistributor and Reseller partner in UAE

We are one of the largest QNAP subdistributor offering complete Storage solution with QNAP using hard drives from Seagate , WD or Toshiba. Every QNAP device you buy from us with hard drives will be pre-configured for free. Other value-added services for QNAP devices such as warranty extension for new QNAP devices (QNAP Warranty Extension), warranty extension for existing QNAP devices (PNP Warranty Extension), extended replacement service with SLA ( NBD Hardware Replacement), etc. are offered in UAE at an additional cost.
Services such as NBD replacement of a failed QNAP device, warranty extensions for existing QNAP devices are available exclusively from us at an additional cost due to our service partner agreement with QNAP. Our Engineers are trained by QNAP and we also arrange workshops and techincal trainings for QNAP.

Stock availability of QNAP TS-h686 TS-h686-D1602-8G Dubai UAE

We have a large inventory (probably one of the largest in the Middle East) of QNAP as we are a sub-distributor. If the stock is not available, we can give you a firm delivery date. Contact us and we will let you know the exact availability.

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Free Shipping for QNAP TS-h686 TS-h686-D1602-8G in UAE

We Ship QNAP TS-h686 TS-h686-D1602-8G to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Rest of the UAE free of cost. We have Export freight rates for this product also to Middle East including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman. For African countries, our organized carriers tend to be expensive and we ask that you arrange shipping yourself. VAT Exceptions for export orders from the UAE are available if shipped from Jebel Ali or if your carrier issues proper export documentation

Commonly Asked Questions

Do you provide qnap after sales

Yes, we at PNP have QNAP certified technicians and we can provide QNAP after sales support. We also offer other paid services like warranty extension, NBD replacement warranty etc.

are qnap drives hot swappable

Yes, with all QNAP NAS you can hot-swap your hard drives/SSDs attached to SATA, SAS or U.2. However M.2 NVME media are not hotswappable.

How to do qnap to qnap backup

With QNAP's HBS (Hybrid Backup Sync) you can easily backup from one QNAP to another QNAP. You need a network path between the 2 QNAPs and the login credentials for the target QNAP.

qnap what is a storage pool

The storage pool is the aggregate of many RAIDs in the QNAP. At the bottom are the disks (HDDs or SSDs), multiple disks join together to create a RAID group, and finally multiple RAID groups are combined to create a storage pool. Volumes and LUNS are created on top of the storage pool.

qnap where are snapshots stored

Snapshots are pure Data pointers, so they are stored on the same volume for which you create SNAPSHOTS. You have the option of replicating the snapshots to another QNAP also.

qnap how to replace failed drive

Replacing a defective hard drive is as simple as removing the defective hard drive and replacing it with a new hard drive of the same (or larger) size. The hard drive should preferably be the same brand and quality ( WD Red should be replaced with WD Red and Seagate Exos with Seagate Exos). The system will recognize the new drive and start rebuilding the RAID. If you use a larger drive, it will be downsized to the smaller capacity of other drives in your RAID

what are qnap snapshots

QNAP snapshots are like Windows snapshots. They allow you to quickly restore your data to a previous state. Technically, snapshots work with data pointers so that the same data is not saved twice and storage space is used efficiently. For example, on January 1, you had 100 MB of data. On January 2, you deleted 10 MB and added 30 MB of new data, so your storage space is 120 MB. With snapshots, your total storage footprint is only 130 MB. With those 130 MB, you can restore your 100 MB from January 1 and the 120 MB from January 2 ( Since there is 90MB of common data between 2 data sets, add 10MB to this and you get Jan1 data, add 30MB to this and you get Jan2 data) . Snapshots are great for protecting against accidental deletion or modification of data and also provide protection against ransomware

what are qnap devices

QNAP makes network attached storage. A storage that connects to your network (as opposed to a USB drive that connects to your USB port). The advantage of connecting it to the network is that it can be easily shared, permissions can be defined as to who can access what, and it can do many tasks for you since it is always on (it can work as a firewall, VPN server, proxy server, torrent downloader). The hardware is robust and offers multiple fail-safes like RAID, snapshots, dual network ports, etc.

is qnap a chinese company

QNAP is a Taiwanese company

qnap which file system is used

QNAP has 3 operating systems today - QTS, QTS Hero and QES. QNAP QTS os uses EXT4, QTS Hero and QES use ZFS.

Do you have a qnap service center dubai

QNAP has no legal personality in the UAE (as of 2022). We at PNP are their authorized service partner and can help you with QNAP after sales and techincal services.

qnap where is os stored

OS is stored in 2 places. Partly on the DOM ( Disk on Module) and partly on the internal drives. You cannot boot your entire NAS OS from DOM alone. Also, the OS on DOM and OS on the hard drives must have the same version. If you swap the disks between 2 QNAPs and the OS version of DOM and the disk do not match, QNAP will warn you and give you the option to upgrade the firmware

Does qnap have a middle east office

No, at the time of writing this response (2022), QNAP does not have an office in the Middle East. At PNP, we can help you with any service requests you may have regarding QNAP

qnap which raid to use

If you have only 2 hard disks, it is better to use RAID1. If you have 3-8 hard disks, you can use RAID5. If you have 8-12 hard disks, it is better to use RAID6. The more parity disks you have, the more protection against disk failures you get.

How to do qnap to synology backup

If you enable Rsync Server on Synology, you can use QNAP HBS to back up to Synology. It is also possible to synchronise much faster with Bittorrent (Resillio) which is a paid solution.

can qnap read ntfs

If you connect an external USB drive that is formatted in NTFS, QNAP will recognize it. If it is an internal drive, QNAP will prompt you to format the drive before it can be used in QNAP, regardless of the file system. QNAP can now also read exFAT without incurring a license fee

qnap what is container station

Container Station is a GUI solution that allows you to set up your containers quickly and easily. It supports all 3 popular containers - Docker, LXD and Kata . If you want to quickly run a Linux application on your QNAP, you can do so with Container Station. Some examples are the ability to run Transmission, JelyBean, TaleScale, etc. on the QNAP.

qnap where is backup station

Backup Station has been replaced by HBS - Hybrid Backup Sync. HBS is a very capable software and offer many more options compared to BS.

qnap where are apps installed

Apps are installed on one of the system volumes. You have the option to select a volume when installing each APP. It is quite possible to install different apps on different volumes.

qnap what is bitmap

A bitmap helps to quickly synchronize your RAID. Without a bitmap, all data from RAID is synchronized when a disk is disconnected from the RAID group. With the bitmap enabled, only the data that changed while the disk was disconnected is synchronized. This faster synchronization applies only to all existing disks that have data on them. During a RAID rebuild with new disks it does not help

How to backup qnap to google drive

QNAP's HBS (Hybrid Backup Sync) supports backup and synchronisation with Google Drive

Can I use qnap with ssd

Yes. SSDs come in different forms - 2.5" SATA, M.2 Nvme, M.2 SATA and U.2 NVME. All QNAPs can use 2.5" SATA SSDs in their 2.5" and 3.5" bays. The M.2 NVMe can only be used for caching in selected models . To use U.2, you must have a QNAP model with U.2 bays

Are there any qnap with thunderbolt

Yes, QNAP models ending in T have a Thunderbolt port (e.g. 872XT). There is also a Thunderbolt expansion card that can be used with certain QNAP models to add a Thunderbolt port to the NAS.

Are there any qnap with gpu

GPUs can be installed in many QNAPs with PCIe expansion slots. These GPUs can be configured to be used by QTS ( Qnap OS) or Container Station ( for access from a container) or VM ( for virtual machine passthrough)

Does qnap work with docker

Yes, with QNAP Container Station you can quickly create a container with Docker- all with a GUI interface.

Whats the deal with qnap and ransomware

QNAP is constantly updating its firmware. One of the old firmwares was affected by ransomware and those that did not update were affected. None of the updated NAS was affected by the ransomware

Whats the deal with qnap and deadbolt

Some of the old QNAPs that had not been updated and were running older firmware were affected by Deadbolt ransomware. None of the updated NASs were affected.

Does qnap have an antivirus

QNAP's firmware is based on Linux, and the company has integrated the open-source ClamAV antivirus program into QTS by default. You also have the option to download and purchase a license for McAfee Antivirus from the QNAP App Store

How can I do a qnap backup to external drive

You can connect your Exenral drive to the QNAP USB port and it will be recognized immediately. You can then either use HBS to automate your backup or see the external drive in the file manager to copy your data

How can I check qnap hdd compatibility

On QNAP's website you can find a comprehensive database of all hard drives that are compatible with the different models.

What is qnap meaning

QNAP is an abbreviation for Quality Network Appliance - a Taiwanese company that manufactures Network Attached Storage

is qnap safe to use

A NAS is as secure as its configuration is. If you Keep your NAS updated and follow the security guidelines (we wrote a detailed blog about this), your QNAP should be safe from malware and ransomware

Product Information from Vendor

TS-h686 - Features | QNAP

Available Models

TS-h686-D1602-8G

Intel® Xeon® D-1602 2 cores/4 threads 2.5 GHz processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.2 GHz), 8 GB DDR4 ECC memory (2 x 4 GB)

Powerful Intel® Xeon® D processor with up to 128 GB DDR4 ECC memory

The TS-h686 uses an Intel® Xeon® D-1600 series processor and DDR4 ECC memory that can detect and correct single-bit memory errors as they occur to prevent downtime and data loss. Supporting up to 128 GB RAM to cope with higher workloads, the TS-h686 provides a high-performance and reliable NAS solution for demanding business IT environments.

Set SSD caching to boost IOPS with M.2 NVMe SSD

While SSD prices continue to fall, and SSD capacity and performance continue to increase, organizations can easily take advantage of SSD strengths. The TS-h686 comes with two 2.5-inch SSD drive bays and two M.2 NVMe Gen3 x4 SSD slots that allow you to flexibly configure SSD caching to increase IOPS performance and reduce storage volume latency. This is especially perfect for databases and virtual machine applications. Without occupying any 3.5-inch drive bays, the TS-h686 allows you to maximize both your storage capacity and performance.

Quad-port 2.5GbE meets todays high-bandwidth demands

Featuring four native 2.5GbE RJ45 LAN ports (backwards compatible with 1G/100M), the TS-h686 allows you to use existing CAT5e cables to upgrade network speeds from 1 Gigabit to 2.5 Gigabit. The support of Port Trunking and failover further satisfies bandwidth and reliability demanding applications including virtualization, large file transfers, high-speed backup/restoration, and any real-time application. QNAP also offers numerous options of managed and unmanaged 10GbE/2.5GbE switches, assisting organizations in implementing high-speed, secure and scalable network environments without going over budget.

Hybrid Storage with high I/O expandability

2x 2.5-inch SSD bays

Offers flexible configuration for cache acceleration.
4x 3.5-inch drive bays

Supports SATA 6 Gb/s drives; lockable trays.
2x PCIe Gen 3 x8 expansion slots

Supports 5GbE/ 10GbE/ 25GbE/ 40GbE network expansion cards, QM2 cards, graphics cards, or QXP PCIe SATA expansion cards for greater application potential.
4x 2.5GbE LAN ports

Supports Port Trunking and failover.
Smart cooling

The system fan automatically adjusts its speed based on system temperatures.
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports

Delivers transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
2x M.2 SSD slots

Supports NVMe Gen 3 x4 M.2 SSD with the 2280/22110 form factors for enabling cache acceleration.

Note: M.2 SSD sold separately.
DDR4 ECC memory

Four DDR4 Long-DIMM slots supporting up to 128 GB RAM.
Intel® Xeon® D processor

Intel® Xeon® D series processor with multi-core computing power and up to 3.2 GHz speeds.

ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system enhances NAS performance and data integrity

QuTS hero combines the app-based QTS with the 128-bit ZFS file system to provide flexible storage management, comprehensive data protection, and optimized performance to tackle the complexity and performance demands of modern IT. From storage management, virtualization, to collaborative media workflows, QuTS hero streamlines your business-critical tasks.

Data integrity is key	RAID Z enables robust data protection	Multi-level cache technology with both read and write	App Center ecosystem extends NAS functionality
QuTS heros self-healing ensures data integrity and reliability. Write Once, Read Many Times (WORM) is also supported by QuTS hero.	Multiple RAID levels allow flexible capacity utilization. RAID Triple Parity and Triple Mirror deliver higher levels of data protection.	Main memory read cache (L1 ARC), SSD second-level read cache (L2 ARC), and ZFS Intent Log (ZIL) for synchronous transactions are simultaneously supported to boost performance.	Apps for backup/sync, business, content management, productivity, and more features can be installed on demand to expand the application potential of the TS-h686.

Tiered storage configuration for a QuTS hero NAS

Basic requirements for setup are similar to QTS. We recommend you to follow these steps to acquire optimal storage efficiency and performance for QuTS hero.

Step 1: System Drive & Default Shared Folders

The first Storage Pool you create is where the system drive, default shared folders, and apps are stored. In this step, it is recommended to create an SSD RAID with at least two SSDs to attain optimal system performance and efficient app metadata management. (With an all-HDD configuration, the first Storage Pool is also where the system drive and default shared folders are stored.)
Step 2: Read Cache & ZIL

Use more SSDs for read cache or ZIL. You can also install to add M.2 SSDs for expanding cache space.
Step 3: Data Storage

Allocate HDDs/SSDs to create a RAID for storing files and application data. If needed, you can configure an all-flash configuration for optimal performance.

Inline data deduplication, compression, and compaction drives big data storage efficiency

QuTS hero supports advanced block-based data reduction technologies (including inline data deduplication, compression, and compaction) to reduce file sizes, conserve storage capacity, and optimize performance. For example, if 20 virtual machines on a NAS are replicated using the same template, then storage space requirements for all 20 virtual machines can be reduced by up to 95%. Whether acting as primary or backup storage, the TS-h686 optimizes storage utilization to provide a reliable storage cornerstone in the Big Data era.

Real-time SnapSync ensures minimal RPO with real-time disaster recovery

Real-time SnapSync ensures that both the primary and secondary NAS maintain identical data. When data is written to the source, it is immediately written to the destination. If the primary NAS goes offline, IT staff can simply adjust the privilege settings of the secondary NAS to ensure continuous operations. SnapSync provides the strongest support for nonstop business operations and helps users to reduce the risk of data loss.

Note: SnapSync will be available from Q4 2020.

The TS-h686 also supports snapshots and remote backup that help organizations accomplish routine backup tasks cost-effectively and efficiently.

Snapshots multiply backup protection

Attain peace of mind with near-limitless, instant snapshots. Copy-on-write technology makes snapshot creation almost instantaneous without affecting ongoing data writing. Snapshot Replica replicates snapshot files to the backup NAS, simplifying data protection with version control.
HBS simplifies 3-2-1 backup plans

HBS centralizes backup, restoration, and synchronization for easily transferring data in the TS-h686 to another QNAP NAS, remote server, or cloud storage space. HBS supports QuDedup technology that eliminates redundant data at the source and makes multi-version backup faster.

All-in-one virtual machine and container hosting solution

You can count on Virtualization Station and Container Station for comprehensive virtualization support. Coupled with the Network & Virtual Switch app that boosts interoperability between virtual machines, containers, QNAP NAS, and other physical devices on the network, you can flexibly allocate physical and virtual network resources to simplify network deployment.

Virtualization Station

Run multiple Windows®, Linux®, UNIX®, and Android virtual machines and access them via a web browser or Virtual Network Computing (VNC). Businesses can run virtualized server applications on a single NAS without the need for additional physical servers.
Container Station

Experience LXC and Docker® lightweight virtualization technologies, download apps from the built-in Docker Hub Registry®, import and export containers, and create abundant microservices.

PCIe expansion for upgrading 10GbE transmission or enabling GPGPU computing

The TS-h686 features two PCIe Gen 3 x8 slots (each slot provides up to 64 Gb/s bandwidth) and supports installing expansion cards to enable additional functions and greater application potential.

5GbE/10GbE/25GbE/40GbE network cards

Enable lightning-fast throughput for bandwidth-hungry tasks (such as virtualization, massive data transmission, and fast backup/restoration).

QM2 M.2 SSD/10GbE cards

Add M.2 SSD caching or 10GbE (10GBASE-T) connectivity for optimized performance and bandwidth.

QXP expansion cards

Connect the TS-h686 to TL SATA JBOD enclosures by adding multi-lane SATA 6Gb/s transfer for high-performance storage expansion.

Graphics cards

Supports entry-level graphics cards that do not require additional power. Installing a graphics card in the TS-h686 adds HDMI output, streamlines video editing and 4K transcoding, and enables GPU pass-through to virtual machines.

Move business data to the cloud and enjoy low latency access to cloud-based data

The TS-h686 perfectly integrates NAS with mainstream cloud services. By deploying cloud storage gateways and enabling local caching on the TS-h686 using M.2 SSD slots (M.2 SSDs purchased separately), organizations can seamlessly use the cloud for storage, backup, and data recovery with low-latency access. This greatly helps in realizing cost-effective, flexible and secure hybrid cloud applications.

HybridMount file-based cloud gateway

Flexibly expand storage capacity by connecting to cloud storage. You can leverage QuTS hero apps to manage and edit your cloud files or multimedia files. HybridMount is ideal for file server online collaboration and file-level data analysis.
VJBOD Cloud block-based cloud gateway

VJBOD Cloud supports streamlined NAS backup to object cloud storage. The block-based data transmission uploads random data and large files to the cloud in blocks, and only transmits block-based volume or LUN changes (such as addition, modification, or deletion). This is ideal for enterprise-level applications with large file transfer requirements, such as databases, VM volumes, and videos.
Note: This feature will be available on QuTS hero soon.

Switch operating systems to upgrade current storage

The TS-h686 can also switch to using QTS - QNAPs standard NAS operating system. This allows you to migrate drives from your current QTS-based NAS to the more powerful TS-h686 to upgrade your storage infrastructure.

Attention: QTS and QuTS hero use different file systems. You must remove all the drives from the TS-h686 before switching from QuTS hero to QTS.

More productivity applications

Boxafe

Safeguard enterprise cloud data by backing up/syncing files, emails, calendars and contacts from Google G Suite and Microsoft® Office 365® to the TS-h686.
Security Counselor

A security portal for checking weaknesses and receiving recommendations for enhancing NAS security. It also integrates anti-virus and anti-malware scanning software.
Qsirch

QNAPs powerful, Google-like search tool for quickly finding specific images, music, videos, documents, and emails by keywords, color, and more search conditions.

Extend hardware warranty up to 5 years

The TS-h686 is backed by a 3-year warranty at no additional cost. You can also purchase a warranty extension that extends your warranty coverage up to 5 years.

TS-h686 - Hardware Specs | QNAP

TS-h686-D1602-8G

CPU	Intel® Xeon® D-1602 dual-core 2.5 GHz processor (burst up to 3.2 GHz)
CPU Architecture	64-bit x86
Floating Point Unit	YES
Encryption Engine	YES (AES-NI)
Hardware-accelerated Transcoding	YES
System Memory	8 GB UDIMM DDR4 ECC (2 x 4 GB)
Maximum Memory	128 GB (4 x 32 GB)
Memory Slot	4 x Long-DIMM DDR4 For dual-DIMM configurations, you must use a pair of identical DDR4 modules.
Flash Memory	5GB (Dual boot OS protection)
Drive Bay	4 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s + 2 x 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s The system is shipped without HDD. For the HDD compatibility list, please visit
Drive Compatibility	3.5-inch bays: 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives 2.5-inch bays: 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives
Hot-swappable	YES
M.2 SSD Slot	2 x M.2 22110/2280 NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 slots
SSD Cache Acceleration Support	YES
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port (2.5G/1G/100M)	4 (also support 10M)
5 Gigabit Ethernet Port (5G/2.5G/1G/100M)	Optional via an adapter
Wake on LAN (WOL)	YES Only the 2.5GbE port
25 Gigabit Ethernet Port	Optional via an adapter
Jumbo Frame	YES
PCIe Slot	2 Slot 1: PCIe Gen3 x8 Slot 2: PCIe Gen3 x8
USB 3.2 Gen 1 port	3
Form Factor	Tower
LED Indicators	System status, LAN, USB, Disk 1~6, M.2 SSD 1~2
Buttons	Power, Reset, USB Auto Copy
Dimensions (HxWxD)	231.9 × 224.9 × 319.8 mm
Weight (Net)	7.27 kg
Weight (Gross)	8.72 kg
Operating temperature	0 - 40°C (32°F - 104°F)
Relative Humidity	5-95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27?C (80.6?F)
Power Supply Unit	250W PSU, 100~240V
Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical	61.115 W Tested with drives fully populated.
Fan	System fan: 1 x 97mm, 12VDC CPU fan: 1 x 90mm, 12VDC
Sound Level	18.6 db(A)
System Warning	Buzzer
Kensington Security Slot	YES
Max. Number of Concurrent Connections (CIFS)	8000

Note: Use only QNAP memory modules to maintain system performance and stability. For NAS devices with more than one memory slot, use QNAP modules with identical specifications. Warning: Using unsupported modules may degrade performance, cause errors, or prevent the operating system from starting.
* Sound Level Test Environment: Refer to ISO 7779; Maximum HDD loaded; Bystander Position; Average data from 1 meter in front of operating NAS.
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Product Information from Vendor

TS-h686 - Features | QNAP

Available Models

TS-h686-D1602-8G

Powerful Intel® Xeon® D processor with up to 128 GB DDR4 ECC memory

Set SSD caching to boost IOPS with M.2 NVMe SSD

Quad-port 2.5GbE meets todays high-bandwidth demands

Hybrid Storage with high I/O expandability

2x 2.5-inch SSD bays

4x 3.5-inch drive bays

2x PCIe Gen 3 x8 expansion slots

4x 2.5GbE LAN ports

Smart cooling

2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports

2x M.2 SSD slots

DDR4 ECC memory

Intel® Xeon® D processor

ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system enhances NAS performance and data integrity

Tiered storage configuration for a QuTS hero NAS

Step 1: System Drive & Default Shared Folders

Step 2: Read Cache & ZIL

Step 3: Data Storage

Inline data deduplication, compression, and compaction drives big data storage efficiency

Real-time SnapSync ensures minimal RPO with real-time disaster recovery

Snapshots multiply backup protection

HBS simplifies 3-2-1 backup plans

All-in-one virtual machine and container hosting solution

Virtualization Station

Container Station

PCIe expansion for upgrading 10GbE transmission or enabling GPGPU computing

5GbE/10GbE/25GbE/40GbE network cards

QM2 M.2 SSD/10GbE cards

QXP expansion cards

Graphics cards

Move business data to the cloud and enjoy low latency access to cloud-based data

HybridMount file-based cloud gateway

VJBOD Cloud block-based cloud gateway

Switch operating systems to upgrade current storage

More productivity applications

Boxafe

Security Counselor

Qsirch

Extend hardware warranty up to 5 years

TS-h686 - Hardware Specs | QNAP

TS-h686-D1602-8G

Quad-port 2.5GbE meets todays high-bandwidth demands