QNAP TS-209 II A Powerful 2-Bay All-in-one NAS Server (12-in-1 Server) for SOHO/ Home Users

TS-209 II
Features
QNAP TS-209 II is the new generation 2-bay Turbo NAS dedicated to SOHO, home, and power users. With the 500MHz CPU and DDRII 256 MB memory, TS-209 II becomes the NAS with the best hardware specifications compared to other models in the SOHO NAS market.
The software features of the Turbo NAS are also completely enhanced. The built-in phpMyAdmin, Joomla! and MySQL/ SQLite support enables easy web hosting. Users can make use of these applications to create their interactive web sites or online applications. Besides, TS-209 II provides the most complete backup utility-NetBak Replicator for backing up the data of multiple Windows PC. Three backup modes: auto-sync backup, instant backup, and schedule backup are provided. Moreover, users can back up the data on NAS to external storage device by encrypted remote replication.
TS-209 II is the NAS device with the highest compatibility with tens of different DLNA media players, Sony PS3, and Microsoft Xbox360 gaming consoles. With the upgraded TwonkyMedia version 4.4.4, the popular DivX video can be streamed to Sony PS3 from NAS. Users can enjoy more of the music, photos, and video sharing function in the home network.
The new BitTorrent download engine is introduced to Turbo NAS to enhance the download performance. The high-speed DHT mode and TCP/UDP tracker protocols are supported to overcome the drawbacks of slow download of general embedded systems. You can now enjoy the level of P2P download speed as PC-based BT download. The optional firmware with encrypted BT is also provided on QNAP website for users who are suffered from traffic shaping by ISP to increase the download speed! QNAP also provides the remote management software-QGet to allow you to manage the download tasks of multiple NAS servers remotely over the local network or the Internet.
The Turbo NAS can run 24x7 silently at low power consumption of only 14.4W. It is undoubtedly an ideal choice for small business looking for a quiet and energy-saving storage application.
Powerful 12-in-1 NAS Server
File Server
The principle purpose of file server is for data storage and sharing. Data security and access management are the major concerns of most users. The Turbo NAS allows server manager to create user ID and password, and define the authority and quota for each user. Thus, personal data stored on the Turbo NAS is well protected.
FTP Server
Having troubles with sending large files by e-mail due to the limited capacity? You can establish your own FTP server by using the Turbo NAS. You can manage the access authority of the FTP server and share your files with your friends or customers easily in a few steps.
Backup Server
QNAP's Turbo NAS brings you the enterprise-class technology to make backup extremely simple and efficient! The intelligent automatic backup software, NetBak Replicator, is provided for users to perform real-time synchronization or schedule backup from multiple PCs to the Turbo NAS.
Encrypted Remote Replication
Encrypted remote replication provides high level of data protection. Files can be backed up from the Turbo NAS to other QNAP NAS products in remote locations. Advanced options including data compression, block-level incremental backup, and data synchronization are supported to optimize the bandwidth and time for data backup.
Web Server with Built-in phpMyAdmin, Joomla!
With the built-in phpMyAdmin, Joomla!, MySQL and SQLite, SOHO and home users can easily set up their own web server. With the editable php.ini support, there is no need of going through all the hassles of setting up a web server. You can either develop programs by yourself or download a variety of open-sourced applications, such as online shops, forums, blogs, etc.
MySQL Server
The Turbo NAS is the most affordable choice as a standalone database server for system integrators. It can be flexibly applied in various deployments such as a database server of another web server in remote site or as an additional backup database server to achieve system redundancy.
Printer Server
You can share your printer device over the network by simply connecting a USB printer (max. 3 sets) to the Turbo NAS's USB port and enabling the printer sharing function.
UPnP Media Server (with built-in TwonkyMedia Server)
The Turbo NAS is a perfect media storage center and works well with UPnP/ DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) compliant DMA. You can use the Turbo NAS and the DMP to play the digital image or video on TV or listen to music or Internet radio without using any PC. The upgrade in DLNA TwonkyMedia version 4.4.4 on QNAP NAS supports the most popular DivX video streaming to and playing by Sony PS3. The music, image, and video sharing function of PS3 on the network is further exerted. The high compatibility, energy-saving and reliable features have made QNAP NAS the first choice for setting up the digital home multimedia centre.
Photo Sharing
Now you can share photos with your family and friends by the Turbo NAS. By uploading your photos to the Turbo NAS, the server automatically generates a web-based photo album with thumbnails and details, such as date, resolution, focal length, and aperture. You can browse and share the digital photos in a convenient way!
Download Station
The Turbo NAS serves as a continuous download machine without turning on your PC. The Turbo NAS supports download through BitTorrent, FTP, and HTTP. For BitTorrent download, brand-new BT Engine is embedded with the Turbo NAS. Users will enjoy the super high speed through TCP/ UDP, and encrypted BT download function. Meanwhile, DHT (Distributed Hash Tables) is also supported.
iTunes Server
Music fans and Apple enthusiasts will be certainly rocked by the coolest music-sharing feature of the Turbo NAS! All your MP3 music can be collectively stored and streamed to Mac or Windows PC. It supports the playlist which users can just turn on the iTunes program and enjoy all the music around your home network!
RAID-1 Mirroring with Hot-swap Design
The Turbo NAS supports RAID 1 Mirroring for non-stop service and easy maintenance. When data crash occurs, the administrator can be alerted by e-mail alarm and LED indication. The hard disk drive can be replaced by hot swapping without turning off the server. The intelligent data rebuilding capability allows users to replace a failed drive by hot-swap. This enables automatic data rebuilding to the new drive without suffering from any system downtime.
S.M.A.R.T & Advanced HDD Health Scanning (HHS)
The Turbo NAS supports Hard Disk Drive S.M.A.R.T (Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology) which enables users to monitor the status of hard disk drive and check the potential problems. This tool helps to prevent the unexpected failure of hard disk and avoid critical data loss. Moreover, the NAS is embedded with HHS Technology which supports disk checking and bad blocks scanning.
Comprehensive Event Log System
Logs of connections to the NAS via samba, FTP, AFP, HTTP, HTTPS, Telnet, and SSH, and network services accessed by online users are all recorded. Server managers can monitor the status of the NAS closely.
Sharing files across Windows and Mac
The Turbo NAS is specially designed for different users to share the files across Window and Mac environment.
Secure data storage, access, and sharing
Personal data stored on the Turbo NAS is well protected: Server manager can create user ID and password, and define the authority and quota of each user.
* IP filter control: Users can allow or deny specified IP connections to the Turbo NAS.
* SSL Security (HTTPS): The Turbo NAS can be accessed and configured by web browser securely.
* Remote login your Turbo NAS by SSH (secure shell) or Telnet connection.
* Secure FTP: Share and transmit your data over SSL/TLS (Explicit) encryption. Passive FTP port range setup is also supported.
* Smart FTP policy control: The maximum number of all FTP connections and a single account can be configured.
* Encrypted remote replication: Data on the Turbo NAS can be backed up to another QNAP NAS over the Internet securely.
UPS Support
The key function of UPS is to provide the power for a period of time during power failure. TS-209 II supports both APC and MGE UPS devices which help users store the data in time and avoid critical data loss when power outage occurs during data transfer.
Share Folder Management
Server Managers can hide or show certain folders in the directories for some security reasons while creating the folders for the first time.
One touch USB auto copy
When a USB device such as digital camera, digital camcorder, or pen drive is connected to the front panel USB port, data in the USB device can be backed up to the Turbo NAS automatically by simply pressing the USB copy button. In the meantime, an external storage device can be connected to the Turbo NAS via USB port for alternative data backup.
Web File Manager
The Turbo NAS provides Web File Manager for you to easily download, upload, and manage the files on the server by web browser.
Remote management of download tasks on multiple Turbo NAS
The powerful P2P download management software QGet provided with QNAP's Turbo NAS series. QGet can be installed on any Windows computers for users to simultaneously manage BitTorrent, FTP, and HTTP download tasks of multiple Turbo NAS servers.
Network Recycle Bin
Can you imagine if you delete an important file on the NAS by mistake and lose it forever? You don't need to worry now! The files deleted from the network shares of the Turbo NAS will be moved to a particular recycle bin folder. You can restore your data anytime in case of unintended file deletion.
Built-in DDNS support
The Turbo NAS supports dynamic DNS (DDNS). You can register a unique domain name from a DDNS service provider and assign it to your Turbo NAS. There is no more need to remember a lengthy IP address!
Establish a PC-less Home Multimedia Center by Using QNAP NAS and PS3 or Xbox 360
All the multimedia contents stored on QNAP NAS can be automatically shared to a PS3 or an Xbox 360 in the home network. Users can play their stored photos and videos on a TV, or listen to the music via their Hi-Fi system. QNAP NAS can be a perfect home storage and sharing center for establishing a PC-less, HD video-playing (via PS3, video resolution up to 1080p), highly accessible, and power-saving digital home theatre.
Superior System Performance
Ultra-high-speed Performance
Hardware Spec.
CPU Marvell 5182 500MHz
DRAM 256 MB DDRII
Flash Memory 8MB
HDD 2* 3.5" SATA I/II HDD, up to 2TB
(the standard system is shipped without HDD)
LAN Port 1 * Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet port
LED Indicators Status, USB, LAN, HDD 1, HDD 2
USB 3 * USB 2.0, support USB printer, disk, digital camera, pen drive, USB hub, and USB UPS etc.
Buttons USB auto-copy button
Power button
Reset button
Alarm Buzzer System Warning
Form Factor Compact cubic type
Dimensions 214 (D)x 175 (W)x 115 (H) mm
Weight Net weight: 2.4 kg
Gross weight: 3.5 kg
Temperature 0~40°C
Humidity 0~95% R.H.
Power Supply External Adapter, 60W, 100-240V
Thermal Solution Smart Fan
Secure Design K-Lock security slot for theft prevention
Software Spec.
Powerful All-in-one server
File server File sharing across Windows/ Mac and centralized management
FTP server Support data access from remote location via FTP Server. Support up to 32 concurrent connections
FTP with SSL/ TLS (explicit) mode
Passive FTP port range control
Backup server Client-side backup software-NetBak Replicator supports Instant, Schedule, and Auto-sync backup
3rd party backup software support: Acronis True Image, CA Brightstor ARCserver Backup, EMC Retrospect, Symantec Backup Exec
Printer server Network printer sharing via USB (support Windows & Mac platform)
Support all-in-one printer (max. 3 sets)
Remote Replication Block-level remote replication supports instant, schedule backup management; support synchronization mode
Web Server Establish users own web page and interactive websites with editable PHP.ini, SQLite and MySQL dual support, joomla!
My SQL Server Support MySQL database server
UPnP Media Server Support UPnP/ DLNA multimedia technology; share stored photos and home videos on TV, listen to music on Hi-Fi system via DMP
Enjoy more than hundreds of worldwide Internet radio (built-in TwonkyMedia)
Support DLNA media playing with PS3, Xbox360, PSP
Support Nokia N95 (DLNA control point)
iTunes Server Act as an iTunes server on your network, and you can play all your music files by iTunes software on your PC/NB.
Multimedia Station Image slide show and rotation (+90°, -90°)
Showing photo details: dates, exposure time, aperture, etc.
Auto generating thumbnails for easy browsing
Photo album access authority management
Multimedia files (video and audio) local play
Automatic file categorization
Download Station New BT client: Support TCP, UDP, and encrypted BT download
Support BitTorrent/ FTP/ HTTP download (without PC)
Unique remote download control software: QGet (Windows-based application), allows you to control the download tasks of multiple Turbo NASes on one PC via LAN/ WAN.
BitTorrent download supports DHT
Download configuration (current seed number, configurable port range, bandwidth control, download percentage, UPnP NAT port forwarding for BitTorrent download)
Download task management (Automatic relaying if interrupted)
Download status list management (download percentage)
Support access from Mac by Mozilla Firefox
Software Specifications
Operation System Linux-embedded system
Networking TCP/IP, DHCP Client, DHCP Server, CIFS/SMB, AFP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DDNS, NTP, Gigabit Jumbo Frame
File System EXT3 (Internal/ external HDD)
FAT (External HDD)
NTFS (External HDD, read-only)
Supported Operating Systems Microsoft® Windows® 98/ ME/ NT/ 2000/ XP/ 2003/ Vista 32-bit
Macintosh® OS X
Disk Management Single disk, RAID 0 (Disk Stripping), RAID 1 (Disk Mirroring) and JBOD (Linear Disk Volume)
Disk usage status management
Check disk (Check Linux file system)
HDD S.M.A.R.T.
Bad blocks scan
User Management User quota management (per user)
User account management (max. 256 users)
User group management (max. 128 groups)
File System Management Network share management (max. 256 shares)
Share folder level ACL support
Unicode support
Journaling file system
Web File Manager
System Tools E-mail alert (SMTP authentication)
HDD standby mode
Disk usage alert
Automatic power on after power loss
System firmware upgrade
Change homepage logo
Back up, restore, reset system settings
Smart fan setting
Configurable management port
Easy IP filter management
Secure remote login by SSH connection; remote login by Telnet connection
USB, SNMP UPS support
Network recycle bin
Event Logs Complete system logs (system events management, connection logs, current connection of on-line users)
Multilingual Support English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Swedish, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian and Polish
Backup Management PC-client backup software- NetBak Replicator: Instant/ Schedule/ Auto-sync backup
Encrypted remote replication
RAID 1 Mirroring
Flexible data backup to external storage device via USB port (Instant, Schedule and Auto-Sync Backup)
Package Contents
TS-209 II
Front Panel
Quick Installation Guide
CD-ROM (user manual, Quick Install Wizard and software inclusive)
Adaptor
Power cord
Ethernet cable x 1
Flat head screws x 8
Thumb Screws x 4