Powered by QuTS hero — a ZFS-based operating system with greater reliability and higher performance
The QuTS hero NAS TS-h977XU-RP is powered by an AMD Ryzen™ 7 processor that delivers supreme system performance with up to 8 cores/16 threads and Turbo Core up to 4.4 GHz. Running the brand new QuTS hero operating system that incorporates ZFS, the TS-h977XU-RP supports near-limitless snapshots, SnapSync, block-level inline data deduplication, and inline data compression. The TS-h977XU-RP helps your business achieve reliable service-level agreement performance, whether in mission-critical file server, virtualization server, VDI, collaborative video editing, or efficient file backup and recovery applications.
Provides two built-in 10GbE SFP+ ports and pre-installed with a dual-port 10GbE RJ45 adapter for bandwidth-demanding applications.
Comprehensive security management, providing a NAS security portal to help you to stay informed of NAS status at all times.
SSD cache acceleration improves random read/write performance to meet IPOS-demanding applications.
Supports virtualization storage for VMware®, Citrix®, Microsoft® Hyper-V® and Windows Server® 2019, and hosts virtual machines and containers.
Supports block-based and file-based cloud storage gateways with local cache for low-latency access to cloud data.
QTS App Center includes feature-rich apps for expanding NAS applications without extra costs.
Available Models
TS-h977XU-RP-3700X-32G
AMD Ryzen™ 7 3700X 8 cores/16 threads 3.4 GHz processor (Turbo Core 4.4 GHz), 32 GB DDR4 memory (2 x 16 GB), redundant power supply
Absolute performance with AMD Ryzen™ processor
Powered by a high-performance AMD Ryzen™ 7 3700X 8 cores/16 threads 3.4 GHz processor (Turbo Core 4.4 GHz) with AES-NI encryption acceleration and up to 128 GB DDR4 RAM, the TS-h977XU-RP delivers aggressive yet power-smart performance to meet your multi-tasking demands and is capable of running multiple virtual machines simultaneously. For resource-demanding business applications such as VDI, R&D, private cloud, and server virtualization, the TS-h977XU-RP delivers high performance and dependable reliability for rugged business IT environments as a cost-efficient NAS solution.
Dual-channel memory to deliver power-smart performance
The TS-h977XU-RP supports dual-channel DDR4 memory and four Long-DIMM slots. When using paired memory modules, the TS-h977XU-RP can leverage the power of dual-channel architecture to boost performance. You can also customize the memory configuration (supports up to 128 GB RAM) of the TS-h977XU-RP, making it the most ideal and cost-efficient storage solution for environments including virtualization that contain dynamically-changing workloads.
Top-class hardware engineering with high I/O expandability
The TS-h977XU-RP features outstanding hardware and expandable architecture, enabling optimal performance and flexibility to meet business application diversification demands.
5x 2.5-inch SSD drive bays
Allows installation of SSDs for SSD caching to increase system performance.
System fans
Monitors system temperatures and automatically adjusts fan speeds accordingly.
AMD Ryzen™ 7 processor
AMD Ryzen™ 7 3700X 8 cores/16 threads 3.4 GHz processor (Turbo Core up to 4.4 GHz) delivers high computing power
Up to 128 GB DDR4 memory
Supports four DDR4 dual-channel Long-DIMM memory modules for a maximum of 128 GB RAM.
2x 10GbE SFP+ ports
Fully supports 10GbE high-speed networks, ideal for running bandwidth-demanding applications.
USB 3.2 Gen 1/ USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports
Supports external hard drives, printers and UPS. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port provides data transmission speeds up to 10Gb/s, significantly boosting data transfer performance.
2x Gigabit Ethernet ports
Ideal for service binding, port trunking, and MPIO configurations.
Dual-port 10GbE RJ45 expansion card
Provides two 10GbE RJ45 ports to speed up your workflows.
Redundant power supply unit
Redundant 300W power supplies ensure continuous system uptime.
Virtualization Certifications Supported by TS-h977XU-RP
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 | Data reduction improves storage efficiency and performance | Multi-level cache technology |
| QuTS hero’s self-healing ensures data integrity and reliability. Write Once, Read Many (WORM) is also supported. | Inline data deduplication, compression, and compaction reduce file size to conserve storage capacity and optimize performance. | Main memory read cache (L1 ARC), SSD second-level read cache (L2 ARC), and ZFS Intent Log (ZIL) for synchronous transactions with power fail protection are simultaneously supported to boost performance and security. |
| RAID Z enables robust data protection | QSAL (QNAP SSD Antiwear Leveling) enhances data protection | App Center ecosystem extends NAS functionality |
| Multiple RAID levels allow flexible capacity utilization. RAID Triple Parity and Triple Mirror deliver higher levels of data protection. | RAID-level SSD lifespan is automatically and regularly detected to prevent simultaneous SSD failure, improving your data protection and system reliability. | Apps for backup/sync, virtual machines/containers, content management, productivity, and more features can be used to expand the application potential of the TS-h977XU-RP. |
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 QuTS hero h4.5.2.
The TS-h977XU-RP also supports snapshots and remote backup to 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-h977XU-RP 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.
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.
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.)
Use more SSDs for read cache or ZIL. You can also install QM2 expansion cards to add M.2 SSDs for expanding cache space.
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.
10GbE connectivity optimizes high-speed data transfer
The TS-h977XU-RP provides two Gigabit RJ45 ports, two 10GbE SFP+ ports, and comes with a dual-port 10GbE RJ45 expansion card pre-installed in a PCIe slot. The sufficient 10GbE connectivity improves overall network performance to streamline bandwidth-demanding applications, such as virtualization, large file sharing, and high-speed backup and recovery.
Abundant I/O capability with PCIe expansion
The TS-h977XU-RP features 4 PCIe slots that enable deployment of numerous expansion cards for expanding application potential.
Note: The 2U rackmount model uses low-profile graphics cards.
40GbE/ 25GbE/ 10GbE network cards
QM2 M.2 SSD/10GbE cards
SAS expansion cards
SSD caching to accelerate IOPS performance
Adding an SSD cache to the TS-h977XU-RP is an easy way to increase IOPS performance and reducing storage volume latency. It is perfect for IOPS-demanding applications, including databases and virtualization, and can significantly improve overall workflows. You can launch, stop, or change settings to meet your needs at any moment without shutting down the system.
Block-based iSCSI LUN: Ideal choice for virtualization storage
● Supports block-based iSCSI LUN as a high-performance, reliable, and affordable storage solution for VMware®, Citrix®, Microsoft® Hyper-V® and Windows Server® 2019 virtualization environments.
● Supports VMware VAAI and Microsoft ODX to increase performance by offloading server loading for ESXi server and Hyper-V respectively, and supports QNAP vSphere Client plug-in with enhanced operational efficiency and management in virtualization applications.
All-in-one solution for hosting virtual machines and containers
Regardless of your virtualization needs, you can count on Virtualization Station and Container Station for comprehensive virtualization support. Coupled with Network & Virtual Switch app that boosts interoperability between virtual machines, containers, QNAP NAS, and other physical devices on the network, allowing you to flexibly allocate physical and virtual network resources to simplify network deployment.
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.
Experience LXC and Docker® lightweight virtualization technologies, and download apps from the built-in Docker Hub Registry®, import or export containers, and create multiple microservices.
Complete backup planning
QNAP provides a reliable, flexible backup and disaster recovery solution to assist organizations in routine backup jobs cost-effectively and with high productivity.
Consolidates backup, restoration and synchronization functions for easily transferring data to local, remote and cloud storage spaces as a comprehensive data storage and disaster recovery plan. QuDedup technology deduplicates backup data at the source to accelerate multi-version backups.
Snapshots are essential for NAS data protection, and the block-level feature makes them a dependable method for protecting data in the face of growing ransomware threat. QuTS hero supports near-limitless snapshots to reinforce your multi-version backups.
With high performance, potentially huge storage capacities, integrated virtualization solutions, and snapshot support for recording the system state at any specific time, the TS-h977XU-RP is perfect for backing up virtual machines.
Cloud Storage Gateway provides low latency access to data on the cloud
The TS-h977XU-RP perfectly integrates NAS with mainstream cloud services. By deploying cloud storage gateways and enabling local caching on the NAS, you can seamlessly use the cloud for storage, backup, and data recovery with low-latency access, providing an innovative hybrid cloud experience.
Flexibly expand your storage capacity by connecting to the cloud storage. You can leverage QuTS hero apps to manage and edit your cloud files or monitor multimedia files. HybridMount is ideal for file server online collaboration and file-level data analysis.
Supports mounting object cloud storage as a block-based volume or LUN on a NAS. Block-based data transmission uploads random data and large files to the cloud in blocks, and only block-based volume or LUN changes, such as addition, modification, or deletion will be transmitted. 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.
Build an affordable Fibre Channel SAN environment
Common Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SAN) devices are often costly. Now you have more budge-friendly options to easily add your NAS to a SAN environment. By installing a Marvell®, ATTO® or QNAP Fibre Channel card in the TS-h977XU-RP, you can set a Fibre Channel Target using the iSCSI & Fibre Channel app. Moreover, the LUN Masking and Port Binding features provide an additional layer of data security.
Extend hardware warranty up to 5 years
The TS-h977XU-RP is backed by a 3-year warranty at no extra cost. If needed, you can purchase a warranty extension to increase warranty coverage up to 5 years.
