TS-264-8G 2-Bay NAS, Black w/ Quad Core Processor, Dual 3.5in Bays, Dual M.2 SSD Slots, Dual 2.5Gb LAN, PCIe 3.0 x2 Slot, HDMI
Product Info
The Qnap TS-264 is a Compact 2-Bay NAS with Superior 2.5Gbps LAN Performance!
This TS-264 is a compact 2-bay NAS with superior performance. Supporting up to 22TB storage and 4TB M.2 SSD caching* at an affordable price, the TS-264 fulfills your multitasking challenges for file management, backup, collaboration, and video conversion.
2.5GbE LAN is a Must!
TS-264 is as fast as a single-port 10GbE NAS with up to 589 MB/s transfer speeds by setting port trunking with the two built-in 2.5GbE (2.5G/1G/100M) ports.
Quad-Core Multitasking
Perform additional tasks, stream more media, and have more services running with an Intel® Quad-Core Processor optimized for multitasking.
Smooth Video Conversion
Built-in GPU for enhanced video conversion, allowing videos to be smoothly streamed from the NAS to mobile devices.
Optional Upgrade to Dual-Port 10GbE!
Future proof your network connection by installing an optional PCIe dual-port 10GbE network card that delivers up to 1,644 MB/s transfer speeds.
Faster USB Transfers Too
Dual USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports allow faster backup to & from your optional USB devices.
Expand To More M.2 NVMe SSDs
If two M.2 slots aren’t enough, install a QM2 PCIe expansion card for more M.2 SSD slots.
2.5GbE NAS is a must!
With increasing availability on switches, motherboards, and laptops, 2024 is the year of 2.5GbE. By setting port trunking with the two built-in 2.5GbE (2.5G/1G/100M) ports to unleash network potential and increase fault tolerance, the TS-264 delivers up to 589 MB/s transfer speeds for fast data access workflow.
Learn More: The QNAP 2.5GbE Solution
Test Environment:
NAS: TS-264, Intel Celeron N5095 processor, 2900 MHz (4C4T), 8GB, 2 x Samsung 960 PRO 1 TB, RAID 1, QTS 5.0.0
Client PC: Intel i7-6700 3.4GHz, DDR4 64GB, Windows Server 2016 Standard
IOmeter: RAM4, 30-sec ramp up time, 3-min Seq. run time, 1 worker, 32-outstanding
Features
New-Generation Intel® Quad-Core Processor For Optimized Performance
Upgrade to Dual Port 10Gbe via Optional PCIe Card
With a superior hardware design, you can install a dual-port 10GbE network card QXG-10G2TB in the TS-264. Combining 10GbE networking, quad-core processor, and M.2 SSD caching, the TS-264 unleashes its full performance potential.
Learn more: QNAP 2.5GbE Network Solutions
Expand Storage Capacity up to 14 HDDs!
The TS-264 supports a storage capacity of up to 22 TB by installing two 3.5-inch 22 TB hard drives in RAID 1. By connecting a TL-D1600S QNAP storage expansion unit, you can add an additional fourteen hard drives to the TS-264 to achieve up to 240 TB storage space to meet growing storage requirements.
Accelerate AI–Powered Image Recognition and Caching w/ Optional TPU and PCIe Expansion
This Qnap TS-264 has 2x M.2 PCIe Gen 3 slots for installing 1 or 2 optional NVMe M.2 SSDs or an Edge TPU.
Optional M.2 SSDs are sold separately. M.2 SSDs can generate excessive heat when used, Qnap recommends installing a heatsink on any optional M.2 SSDs you install.
Install Optional M.2 NVMe SSDs for Cache Acceleration and Efficient Tiered Storage
If you have a huge number of small files requiring read/write operations, you can easily boost IOPS of your TS-264 by configuring one or two optional M.2 SSDs as a cache disk. When transmitting bigger files, you can create a storage pool with two M.2 SSDs. With Qtier automatically moving hot data to SSD and cold data to hard drives, TS-264 allows you to enjoy exceptional application performance.
Accelerate AI–powered image recognition with TPU
By leveraging a Edge TPU to QNAP AI Core (the AI-powered engine for image recognition), the TS-264 can perform high-speed face and object recognition. Edge TPU enables QuMagie to quickly process thousands of photos with high-speed AI Image recognition and classification, and QVR Face to analyze real-time video for instant facial recognition.
Abundant I/O Capabilities with PCIe Expansion
QNAP offers a wide range of expansion cards to add versatile functions to your NAS. The TS-264 has one PCIe Gen 3 x2 slot that supports various expansion cards for extra M.2 Storage or to add WiFi 6 capabilities for expanding your application potential.
One Touch Copy backup with 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Ports
This TS-264 provides two 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports for faster file transfer to/from USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices. The One Touch Copy button also allows you to back up the contents of USB devices to the TS-264 with a single button press.
Smoother mobile experience with an Integrated GPU
Taking a lot of photos with your smartphone? The Qfile Mobile App will help you free up space by automatically backing up photos to the TS-264. With Intel® UHD Graphics, the TS-264 greatly speeds up converting videos to 1080p / 720p, allowing for smooth streaming to mobile devices over varying mobile network speeds.
Use your NAS like a PC
QNAP’s exclusive Virtualization Station enables running multiple Windows® / Linux® virtual machines. By connecting a keyboard, mouse, and HDMI™ monitor, you can easily use the TS-264 as a PC.
QTS 5, Fast, Smooth, Easy To Use!
The TS-264 comes with the QTS 5 operating system as standard, providing a next-generation usage experience with an updated system kernel, optimized user interface, and advanced security features.
Brighter. Smoother. You’ll like it.
When navigating QTS 5, you will notice a finer attention to detail for a superior browsing experience. Enjoy a smoother NAS experience, comfortable visual design, and find your favorite apps quicker.
Get started with the notice board
When performing first-time installation, the notice board guides you through the setup process. Simply follow the step-by-step instructions for a quick and easy setup.
Smooth and reactive user interface
Whether clicking buttons, switching between apps, expanding/collapsing windows – every action is much smoother. The search bar in the main menu also assists in quickly finding desired apps.
Backup ･ Storage ･ Surveillance: QNAP is your Best Choice!
Simple Backup
Superior hardware performance with an all-in-one Backup Solution to speed up backup/recovery tasks.
- Back up all your local devices
- Remote Replication for NAS data
Smart Storage
QNAP’s exclusive apps provide easy-to-use file storage and collaboration tools. Snapshots also help protect important data from Ransomware.
- Snapshots Protection
- Boost Production Efficiency
Smart Surveillance
The TS-264 provides a professional surveillance NAS solution, compatible with 6,000+ IP cameras from 190+ Brands and thousands of ONVIF network cameras.
- Build surveillance with affordable deployment costs
- Live surveillance monitoring, remote management, and smart AI
The All-in-one Solution for Hosting Virtual Machines and Containers
By running multiple virtual machines and containers on the TS-264, you can deploy multi-tenant environments and applications to increase management efficiency and save hardware costs. 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®, Android™, and QuTScloud virtual machines and access them via a web browser or Virtual Network Computing (VNC).
Learn More: Virtualization Station
Container Station
Experience Docker®, LXD, and Kata Containers lightweight virtualization technologies, download apps from the built-in Docker Hub Registry®, import/export containers, and create abundant microservices.
Learn More: Container Station
Linux Station
Run Linux® applications directly on the NAS and remotely access the Linux® desktop from a web browser. The open-source Linux® platform is also ideal for Internet of Things development.
Learn More: Linux Station
Enhanced Cybersecurity and Data Protection
The TS-264 is loaded with comprehensive privilege settings and security measures. Besides, there are abundant apps that help ensure optimal NAS protection against threats like malware and hackers.
Account Security
Supports Azure Active Directory Domain Services (Azure AD DS), LDAP, and Windows ACL to help IT staff efficiently manage user accounts and access rights for multiple NAS systems. Use 2-Step Authentication for all user accounts to protect against brute force attacks.
Secure Remote Access
The myQNAPcloud Link allows convenient remote connection to NAS through the Internet. Or you can use QVPN to set up a VPN connection to the NAS with enhanced security.
NAS Firewall
QuFirewall restricts and blocks suspicious packets sent by proxy servers and the onion routing (Tor) based on user rules. QuFirewall also dynamically updates its block list based on detected malicious packets.
Malware Protection
Regularly scan your TS-264 using the latest malware definitions. If infected files are detected, they are immediately removed to ensure NAS data security.
A Health Check For Your Hard Drives
Hard drives are at the heart of your NAS, and ensuring their long-term health and reliability is absolutely crucial. QNAP provides various methods and tools to help you monitor hard drive health, ensuring that you can take proactive decisions to safeguard your data and files.
- S.M.A.R.T. and back block scanning
If any of the S.M.A.R.T. values are reported as abnormal, or bad blocks are detected, you can take early action and replace drives before potential data loss occurs - DA Drive Analyzer
The DA Drive Analyzer leverages ULINK cloud-based AI to predict the expected lifespan of drives, assisting you in planning future drive replacements to protect against NAS downtime and data loss.
Learn More: DA Drive Analyzer - Seagate® IronWolf™ Health Management
When using supported IronWolf™ or IronWolf Pro™ hard drives, overall system reliability is improved by providing you with actionable prevention, intervention, and recovery options.
Learn More: IronWolf™ Health Management
3 Year Qnap Limited Warranty
This Qnap TS-264 NAS is backed by their 3 Year Limited Warranty.
Additional Information:
Compatibility
Supported Client OS:
- Apple Mac OS 10.10+
- Ubuntu 14.04, CentOS 7, RHEL 6.6, SUSE 12+ Linux
- IBM AIX 7, Solaris 10+ UNIX
- Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10 and 11
- Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 and 2022
Supported Browsers:
- Apple Safari
- Google Chrome
- Microsoft Edge
- Mozilla Firefox
Specifications
| Make and Model | Q-NAP TS-264-8G 2-Bay Multimedia NAS |
|---|---|
| Model Number | TS-264-8G |
| Operating System | QTS 4.0 (Embedded Linux) |
| Processor | Intel® Celeron® N5095 2.0GHz Quad Core Processor w/ 2.9GHz Burst, 4 Threads, 4MB L3 Cache, 10nm |
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit x86 |
| Graphics | CPU Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics |
| System Memory | 8GB DDR4 SO-DIMM RAM, 8GB Maximum |
| Flash Memory | 4GB w/ Dual Boot OS Protection |
| Hard Drive Bays | 2x 3.5" SATA III Drive Trays |
| M.2 SSD Bays | 2x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x1 Drive Slots |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes |
| USB Ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps) Type-A ports 2x USB 2.0 (480Mbps) Type-A ports |
| PCIe Slot | 1x PCIe 3.0 x2 slot Accepts Cards up to 190 x 69 x 18.8mm |
| LAN Ports | 2x RJ45 2.5 Gigabit LAN ports (2.5Gb / 1Gb / 100M / 10M), also supports Wake On Lan Supports optional 5Gbps or 10Gbps PCIe LAN Cards |
| HDMI Output | 1x HDMI v2.1 port Supports 4K UHD Display (Up to 4,096 x 2,160 @ 60Hz) |
| Buttons | Power, Reset, USB Copy |
| LED Indicators | Power / Status, LAN, USB, HDD1 - 4 |
| IR Sensor | Yes. Supports optional Q-NAP IR Remote Control, P/N: RM-IR004 |
| Cooling | 1x 70mm Cooling Fan, 12Vdc |
| Kensington Lock Slot | Yes. Supports optional use of a Kensington Lock to secure this NAS Drive |
| Temperature | Operating: 0 ~ 40° C Storage: -20 ~ 70° C |
| Humidity | Operating & Storage: 5 ~ 95% RH, non-condensing, Wet Bulb @ 27° C |
| Power Supply | External AC Adapter: 100 ~ 240Vac, 60W |
| Power Consumption | HDD Sleep Mode: 18.288W In Operation: 29.086W (with 2x HDDs) |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 227 x 104.9 x 165mm |
| Weight | Empty: 1.6kg |
Package Contents
- QNAP TS-264 2-Bay NAS w/ 8GB RAM
- 1x AC Power Adapter
- 1x AC Power Cord
- 1x Ethernet Cable
- 1x Quick Installation Guide
- Flat Head Screw Kit for 3.5" Drives
- Flat Head Screw Kit for 2.5" Drives
