QNAP TR-004 4-Bay USB 3.2 Gen 1 RAID Expansion Enclosure

The QNAP TR-004-US is a 4-bay USB 3.2 Gen 1 RAID expansion enclosure designed to add flexible storage options to your existing Windows, macOS, Linux, or QNAP NAS setup. It allows you to connect up to four SATA drives, either 2.5" or 3.5", giving you the ability to expand your storage capacity quickly and efficiently without complicated installations.

This enclosure supports multiple RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD, and individual disk modes, which you can control either through hardware DIP switches or the QNAP External RAID Manager software. This flexibility means you can prioritize speed, redundancy, or a balance of both depending on your needs. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connection ensures fast data transfer speeds up to 227 MB/s, making it suitable for tasks like video editing, backup, or general file storage where performance matters.

Designed with practical use in mind, the TR-004 features hot-swappable drive bays, so you can replace or upgrade drives without shutting down your system. It also includes a smart cooling fan with automatic speed control to keep your drives running at optimal temperatures, which is especially useful in environments where the enclosure might be in constant use. For added security, there is a Kensington lock slot to protect your investment from physical theft.

This enclosure fits naturally in home offices, creative studios, or small business environments where expanding storage with reliable RAID options is essential. Whether you need additional space for large media files, want to create a backup solution, or require a versatile storage device that works across different operating systems, the QNAP TR-004-US offers a straightforward and dependable solution.

Highlights:

• USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C interface with up to 227 MB/s transfer rate
• Four hot-swappable SATA drive bays supporting 2.5" and 3.5" drives
• Hardware and software-controlled RAID 0/1/5/10, JBOD, and single disk modes
• QNAP External RAID Manager utility for Windows and macOS
• 120 mm smart cooling fan with 5-speed automatic control
• Compatible with QNAP NAS and Windows, macOS, Linux systems
• Kensington security slot for physical protection