--- description: QNAP Systems has announced the availability of the TS-431U, a new 4-bay TS-431U Turbo NAS designed to offer optimal price/performance in a 1U network... title: QNAP TS-431U Turbo NAS Now Available image: https://www.storagereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/QNAP-TS-431U-thumb.png --- [![Storage Review]()](https://storagereview.com/) --- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/@storagereview) [X (Twitter)](https://twitter.twitter.com/storagereview) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/storagereview/) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/storagereview-com) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/storagereview?sub_confirmation=1) [Email](mailto:info@storagereview.com) [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6VnznABhHeOSMOmbDTz0) [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/StorageReview/) [Discord](https://discord.gg/TwMHb4azdC) [RSS Feed](https://www.storagereview.com/rss.xml) [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@storagereview) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/@storagereview) [X (Twitter)](https://twitter.com/storagereview) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/storagereview/) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/storagereview-com) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/storagereview?sub_confirmation=1) [Email](mailto:info@storagereview.com) [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6VnznABhHeOSMOmbDTz0) [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/StorageReview/) [Discord](https://discord.gg/TwMHb4azdC) [RSS Feed](https://www.storagereview.com/rss.xml) [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@storagereview) [![StorageReview.com]()](https://www.storagereview.com) ≡ Menu - [Home](https://www.storagereview.com/) - [Storage Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/review) - [Consumer Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/consumer) - [Enterprise Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/enterprise) - [Ubiquiti Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/best/ubiquiti-reviews) - [SR Merch](https://store.storagereview.com) - [Leaderboards](https://www.storagereview.com/best) - [Best Storage Arrays](https://www.storagereview.com/best/storage-arrays) - [Best Enterprise SSDs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/enterprise-ssds) - [Best Servers](https://www.storagereview.com/best/servers) - [Best Desktops for Local AI](https://www.storagereview.com/best/desktops-local-ai) - [Best Laptops for Local AI](https://www.storagereview.com/best/laptops-local-ai) - [Best Local LLM Tools](https://www.storagereview.com/best/local-llm-tools) - [Agentic AI Hardware](https://www.storagereview.com/best/agentic-ai-hardware) - [Best SSDs & Hard Drives](https://www.storagereview.com/best_drives) - [Best Portable SSDs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/portable-ssds) - [Best Business Laptops](https://www.storagereview.com/best/business-laptops) - [Best Mobile Workstations](https://www.storagereview.com/best/mobile-workstations) - [Best Desktop Workstations](https://www.storagereview.com/best/desktop-workstations) - [Best Mini PCs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/mini-pcs) - [Best Laptop Battery Life](https://www.storagereview.com/best/laptop-battery-life) - [Storage Reference Guide](https://www.storagereview.com/storage-reference-guide) - [About SR](https://www.storagereview.com/about-storagereview) - [StorageReview.com Sweepstakes Rules and Regulations](https://www.storagereview.com/storagereview-com-sweepstakes-rules-and-regulations) Search [Home](https://www.storagereview.com/) » [News](https://www.storagereview.com/news) » QNAP TS-431U Turbo NAS Now Available # QNAP TS-431U Turbo NAS Now Available by Lyle Smith on June 16, 2015 QNAP Systems has announced the availability of the TS-431U, a new 4-bay TS-431U Turbo NAS designed to offer optimal price/performance in a 1U network storage server chassis for file sharing, backup, synchronization, and more. The TS-431U comes equipped with an advanced Freescale dual-core 1.2GHz processor and 1GB DDR3 RAM for multi-tasking and provides businesses with a private cloud for easily and securely accessing data. ![]() QNAP touts the new TS-431U as a reliable and affordable, yet high-performance, network storage solution, boasting upwards of 148MB/s read and 119MB/s write throughput with its dual Gigabit LAN ports. The TS-431U supports dual IP settings, port-trunking modes and allows its users to set up fault tolerance or link aggregation for increased data throughput. The TS-431U also comes with numerous essential business applications, including: - Cross-platform file sharing for Windows, Mac, and Linux/UNIX users to provide centralized storage - Windows AD, LDAP directory services and advanced permission settings; backup solutions for Windows and Mac - Disaster recovery solutions with RTRR or rsync and backup to Microsoft Azure, Amazon S3/Glacier, Google Cloud Storage, Rackspace, IBM SoftLayer and HP Helion Cloud - Qsync for file synchronization across multiple devices to enhance teamwork and collaboration Like most QNAP NAS devices, the TS-431U is also designed to enhance daily office work with various other applications. Surveillance Station offers businesses with a professional network surveillance video management system supporting real-time monitoring, video and audio recording and playback while Notes Station offers a digital note-taking tool based on a private cloud for idea-sharing and collaboration. In addition, media streaming through DLNA, AirPlay, Chromecast and Plex Media Server gives users the option to play multimedia content stored on the TS-431U with compatible Smart TVs and media players. **Specifications** - CPU: Freescale ARM Cortex-A9 dual-core 1.2GHz processor with hardware encryption engine - Floating Point Unit - Hardware Encryption Engine - DRAM: 1GB DDR3 RAM - Flash Memory: 512MB - Hard Disk Drive 4 x 3.5" or 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s, SATA 3Gb/s hard drive or SSD - Hard Disk Tray: 4 Hot-swappable and lockable trays - LAN Port: 2 Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet ports with porting trunking support - LED Indicators: Status, LAN, USB, HDD 1-4 - USB: - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (rear) - 1 x USB 2.0 port (front) - Support USB printer, pen drive, and USB UPS etc. - Buttons: Power, USB One-Touch-Copy, Reset - Alarm Buzzer: System warning - Form Factor: 1U, rack mountable - Dimensions: - 44 (H) x 439 (W) x 499 (D) mm - 1.73 (H) x 17.28 (W) x 19.65 (D) inch - Weight: Net weight: 7.63 kg (16.82 lbs) - Gross weight: 11.60 kg (25.57 lbs) - Power Consumption (W): - HDD standby: 19.3W - Typical operation: 34.9W - (with 4 x 2 TB HDDs installed) - Operating Temperature:  0 – 40˚C, 5\~95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27˚C - Power Supply: Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz; Output: 250W - Fan: 2 x 4cm cooling fan (12V DC) **Availability** The TS-431U Turbo NAS is now available. 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