TS-EC1280U-RP
12-bay high performance unified storage
Features
QNAP TS-EC1280U-RP, featuring the easy-to-use QTS operating system, provides a reliable and scalable NAS solution to fulfill data backup, file synchronization and remote access. The TS-EC1280U-RP is 10GbE-ready, delivers exceptional performance, and supports cross-platform file sharing, comprehensive backup solutions, iSCSI and virtualization applications, and many practical business functions, making it the ideal choice for SMBs to secure important business data. It also includes abundant multimedia applications backed by its powerful hardware specifications.
3,500+ MB/s throughput and 390,000+ IOPS
Two internal cache ports and up to 4 SSDs for caching
Scalable design, up to 700TB raw capacity
Virtualization-ready, centralized data storage, backup, sharing and disaster recovery
QTS - Simple and efficient
Thanks to QTS’s intuitive user interface, system operations of the TS-EC1280U-RP are smooth and handy. Its intelligent desktop allows you to find the desired functions quickly, create desktop shortcuts or group shortcuts, monitor important system information on a real-time basis, and open multiple application windows to run multiple tasks concurrently, bringing greater working efficiency.
Breakthrough performance
The TS-EC1280U-RP supports 6Gbps hard drives driving over 3,500 MB/s throughput and 390,000 IOPS*. Featuring with Intel® Xeon® E3 v3 Quad-Core Processor and 4 GB DDR3 ECC RAM, the TS-EC1280U-RP greatly enhances efficiency of CPU-consuming tasks and serves more concurrent tasks at the same time.
Tested in QNAP Lab. Figures could vary by environment.

Test Environment:
4 Client PC configurations: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-2600 CPU, 16GB DDR3 RAM, Windows 7 professional 64-bit, Dual-port Intel X520 10GbE Server Adapter, IOMeter sequential read and write.
NAS Configuration:
OCZ Vertex4 VTX4-25SAT3-128G SSDs with RAID 6 configuration, QNAP LAN-10G2T-U dual-port 10GBase-T network adapter*2
Internal cache port for IO acceleration
The TS-EC1280U-RP supports two on-board mSATA internal cache ports, and up to 4 SSDs can be used for caching. By installing mSATA flash modules (optional purchase), the IOPS performance of storage volumes can remarkably boost. It is perfect for improving overall workflow of random IOPS demanding applications such as database and virtualization. The internal cache port design reserves the space of hard drive tray for more storage capacity.
Removable motherboard drawer for easy maintenance
With the TS-EC1280U-RP's removable motherboard drawer, IT administrators have easier access in upgrading/installing components such as RAM, the internal cache and 10GbE adapter. The motherboard itself can be removed and replaced without needing to remove the heavy TS-EC1280U-RP from the rack cabinet, making it especially useful in maintaining the TS-EC1280U-RP in data centers with multiple rack cabinets.
Note: Power-off is necessary before removing the motherboard drawer. It is not hot-pluggable.
QNAP
QNAP
10GbE ready
The TS-EC1280U-RP offers four inbuilt Gigabit Ethernet ports and supports 10 Gigabit high speed network by installing 10GbE network adapter. The 10GbE-ready TS-EC1280U-RP delivers lightening data throughput. Coupled with the support for large storage capacity, the TS-EC1280U-RP is perfect for data centers to storage big data and excel in fast data transmission, and for editing large size videos on-the-fly without transferring the videos between the TS-EC1280U-RP and desktop computers.
Seamless capacity expansion
The TS-EC1280U-RP supports online capacity expansion by cascading multiple QNAP RAID expansion enclosures to meet the needs of growing business data. With the QNAP scale-up solution, raw storage capacity can be gradually expanded to 700TB. It is especially useful for large data applications, such as video surveillance, data archiving, and TV broadcast storage, to name few.
The maximum raw storage capacity available by connecting RAID expansion enclosures:
Turbo NAS Model RAID Expansion Enclosure No. of RAID Expansion Enclosure Total HDD No. (NAS + Enclosure) Max. Raw Capacity
(TB) *
TS-EC1280U-RP REXP-1600U-RP 8 140 700
7 124 620
6 108 540
5 92 460
4 76 380
3 60 300
2 44 220
1 28 140
REXP-1200U-RP 8 108 540
7 96 480
6 84 420
5 72 360
4 60 300
3 48 240
2 36 180
1 24 120

Powerful QNAP flexible volume
QNAP flexible volume provides a more secure and flexible way to store the NAS data. This next generation volume offers powerful features such as storage pooling with multiple RAID group protection, thin provisioned volume with space reclaim, block-level iSCSI LUN, and online capacity expansion. The QTS Storage Manager neatly presents tools and options for managing system storage which simplifies the process of NAS capacity expansion and QNAP RAID expansion enclosure management.
Cross-platform file sharing, centralized data storage
The TS-EC1280U-RP supports SMB/CIFS, NFS, and AFP protocols for file sharing across Windows, Mac, Linux/UNIX networks. Data, logs and ISO image of CDs and DVDs can be centralized store in the NAS and protected by integrated antivirus solution. The Windows AD and LDAP services enable system administrators to configure user permissions by using existing Windows AD server, LDAP server or NAS build-in LDAP service.

Well-rounded backup solutions to secure data
The TS-EC1280U-RP offers well-rounded backup solutions as a reliable backup center. QNAP NetBak Replicator supports scheduled and real-time data backup on Windows OS. Mac Time Machine is also supported to provide Mac OS X users with an effortless solution to back up data to the TS-EC1280U-RP.
Disaster recovery solutions brings peace of mind
The TS-EC1280U-RP offers various data recovery options. RTRR (Real-Time Remote Replication) supports real time or scheduled data backup to a remote Turbo NAS or FTP server and synchronizes files to a remote folder from a local folder with better backup efficiency and reduced backup time. The TS-EC1280U-RP also supports rsync protocol to back up data to another remote server on scheduling basis. Besides, data can be backed up to cloud storage, such as Amazon® S3, Amazon Glacier, Microsoft® Azure, ElephantDrive®, Symform®, Dropbox® and Google® Drive, and restored to the TS-EC1280U-RP anytime.
Comprehensive security options
In the open network environment, business data might be exposed in potential hack. The TS-EC1280U-RP provides numerous security options, such as encrypted access, IP blocking, and so on. Besides, IT administrators can control the access rights of each user to different folders, preventing unauthorized access to important files. The TS-EC1280U-RP is validated with military level FIPS 140-2 AES 256-bit encryption, preventing the sensitive business data from unauthorized access and breach even if the hard disk drives or the entire system were stolen.
Storage for comprehensive virtualization applications
The TS-EC1280U-RP is VMware® Ready™, Citrix® Ready™, compatible with Microsoft® Hyper-V™ certification and Windows Server 2012, benefiting flexible deployment and management in the virtualization environments. The TS-EC1280U-RP supports VMware VAAI and Microsoft ODX to increase performance by offloading server loading for ESXi and Hyper-V respectively, and supports QNAP vSphere Client plug-in and QNAP SMI-S provider with enhanced efficiency of operations and management in virtualization applications.
Run multiple OS’ on the TS-EC1280U-RP
The Virtualization Station transforms the TS-EC1280U-RP into a 2-in-a-box NAS that can function as an all-in-one NAS and a virtualization platform supporting multiple operating systems, fast virtual machine creation, virtual machine import/export, snapshot, and enables desktop operations on web browser. With the easy-to-use interface, you can centrally manage all virtual machines created on the TS-EC1280U-RP with least efforts. Furthermore, you can download VMs on demand from the online VM markets and import them to TS-EC1280U-RP to use directly without any complex procedure.
Note: Pre-installed with 4GB RAM x1. You can upgrade the RAM to 32GB to run 8 virtual machines.
Optimize IT assets management with the IT Management Station
The IT Management Station, powered by Mandriva® Pulse, provides a flexible IT system management solution for managing multi-OS and multi-site IT assets for businesses of all sizes. By installing the IT Management Station on the TS-EC1280U-RP, you can centrally manage multiple IT resources with numerous business applications including comprehensive inventory, centralized software deployment & updates, imaging, remote management & support, backup & restore, and more tasks with greater flexibility and productivity.

Highly-efficient storage solution for video editing
Digital film and video production produces volumes of data that require high performance RAID storage with sustainable throughput to balance with the demanding output of video editing. The TS-EC1280U-RP fulfills storage and video editing needs with a high speed 10GbE network interface. Digital videos can be quickly stored and edited on the TS-EC1280U-RP directly over the network.
File synchronization across multiple devices
The Qsync utility turns your TS-EC1280U-RP into a safe data center for file synchronization with large storage capacity. Any file uploaded to the TS-EC1280U-RP will be made available for all linked devices, such as computers, laptops or mobile devices. Qsync is especially useful for frequent travelers to manage files and always have the most updated files on different devices. Qsync provides multiple ways of file synchronization and group file sharing, greatly enhancing the flexibility of collaboration.
Comprehensive surveillance solution with 24/7 security
The TS-EC1280U-RP Surveillance Station is a professional surveillance solution with a wide range of over 2,600 compatible IP camera models and expandable IP camera channel licenses. It supports real-time monitoring, video and audio recording and playback with flexible options to customize. You can also install the VMobile app on your iOS® or Android™ mobile devices to manage the monitoring channels anytime and anywhere, and safeguard your office environment.
Additional SMB-ready features
The TS-EC1280U-RP supports various business applications as an all-in-one Turbo NAS with cost-efficiency.
FTP Server
The Turbo NAS supports Web server which allows numerous websites built on the same server conveniently. Administrators can manage up to 32 websites on the single one Turbo NAS with reduced IT cost.
Web Server
The Turbo NAS supports RADIUS server which provides centralized authorization management for computers to connect and use a network service.
RAIDUS Server
The Turbo NAS supports RADIUS server which provides centralized authorization management for computers to connect and use a network service.
VPN Server
The Turbo NAS supports VPN server which provides an easy way for IT administrators to build up a secure private network and allows the staff to log on from outside the office and access business resources securely such as files and Internet connections.
Printer Server
The Turbo NAS supports Printer server to send remote printing request over the Internet (max. 3 USB printers), and supports IPP (Internet Printing Protocol), Samba, print job management and Bonjour printing for Mac OS X.
Surveillance Station
The Turbo NAS supports Surveillance Station to connect and manage multiple IP cameras remotely, including real-time monitoring, video recording, playback, and event notifications.
Install-on-demand apps extend NAS features
The TS-EC1280U-RP has built in App Center providing various install-on-demand apps developed by QNAP and third-party developers, including backup/sync, business, content management, communications, download, entertainment, and so on. It’s also a central place to manage and update installed apps. Besides, QNAP’s development platform brings forth the open-source spirit to welcome program developers to develop various applications, adding values to the TS-EC1280U-RP for extensive opportunities.
Specifications
Software Specifications
Operating System
QTS 4.1 (embedded Linux)
Power Management
Wake on LAN*
Internal Hard Drive Standby Mode
Scheduled Power on/off
Automatic Power on after Power Recovery
USB and Network UPS Support with SNMP Management
Supported Clients
Windows Server 2003 onward, Apple Mac OS X onward, Linux & UNIX
Access Right Management
Batch Users Creation
Import/Export Users
User Quota Management
Local User Access Control for CIFS, AFP, FTP, and WebDAV,
Subfolder Permissions Support for CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, and Web File Manager
Supported Browsers
Microsoft Internet Explorer 10
Mozilla Firefox 8+
Apple Safari 4+
Google Chrome
Domain Authentication Integration
Microsoft Active Directory (AD)
LDAP Server
LDAP Client
Domain Users Login via CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, and File Station
Multilingual Support
Chinese (Traditional & Simplified), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish
Web Administration
Multi-window, Multi-tasking based System Management
Movable Icons and Personalized Desktop
Smart Toolbar and Dashboard for Neat Display on System Status
Smart Fan Control
Dynamic DNS (DDNS)
SNMP (v2 & v3)
Resource Monitor
Network Recycle Bin for File Deletion via CIFS/SMB and AFP
Automatic Cleanup
File Type Filter
Comprehensive Logs (Events & Connection)
Syslog Client
Firmware Live Update
System Settings Backup and Restore
Restore to Factory Default
Mobile App Qmanager for Remote Monitoring
File System
Internal Hard Drive: EXT4
External Hard Drive: EXT3, EXT4, NTFS, FAT32, HFS+
Qsync
Syncs Files among Multiple Devices through the NAS
Option for Not Removing Files on the NAS during Synchronization
Selective Synchronization
Shares Securely with SSL
Team Folder
Shares Files by Links via E-mail
Uploads Photos or Videos to Qsync Folder Automatically via Qle
Restores Files from Network Recycle Bin
File Name Conict Policy
Option for Filter Settings
Privilege Control for Qsync Users
Supports Windows & Mac OS
Networking
TCP/IP (IPv4 & IPv6: Dual Stack)
Quad Gigabit NICs with Jumbo Frame*
Failover
Multi-IP Settings
Port Trunking/NIC Teaming (Modes: Balance-RR, Active Backup, Balance XOR, Broadcast, IEEE 802.3ad/Link Aggregation, Balance-TLB and Balance-ALB)
Optional Dual-port 10 GbE and 1 GbE Network Expansion Cards*
Service Binding Based on Network Interfaces*
Proxy Client, Proxy Server
DHCP Client, DHCP Server
Protocols: CIFS/SMB, AFP (v3.3), NFS (v3), FTP, FTPS, SFTP, TFTP, HTTP(S), Telnet, SSH, iSCSI, SNMP, SMTP, and SMSC
UPnP & Bonjour Discovery
USB Wi-Fi Adapter Support
Web Administration
Multi-window, Multi-tasking based System Management
Movable Icons and Personalized Desktop
Smart Toolbar and Dashboard for Neat Display on System Status
Smart Fan Control
Dynamic DNS (DDNS)
SNMP (v2 & v3)
Resource Monitor
Network Recycle Bin for File Deletion via CIFS/SMB and AFP
Automatic Cleanup
File Type Filter
Comprehensive Logs (Events & Connection)
Syslog Client/Server
Firmware Live Update
System Settings Backup and Restore
Restore to Factory Default
Mobile App Qmanager for Remote Monitoring
Security
IP Filter & Policy-based Automatic IP Blocking
Network Access Protection with Auto-blocking: SSH, Telnet, HTTP(S), FTP, CIFS/SMB, AFP
Encrypted Access: HTTPS, FTP with SSL/ TLS (Explicit), SSH/SFTP (admin only), Encrypted Remote Replication (Rsync over SSH)
CIFS Host Access Control for Shared Folders
Antivirus Protection
FIPS 140-2 Validated AES 256-bit Volume-based Data Encryption**
AES 256-bit External Drive Encryption*
Importable SSL Certificate
Instant Alert via E-mail, SMS, Beep, and LCD Panel*
File Server
File Sharing across Windows, Mac, and Linux/UNIX
Protocols: CIFS/SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP/FTPS, HTTP/HTTPS (Web File Manager), WebDAV
Windows ACL
Advanced Folder Permission for CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP
Shared Folder Aggregation (CIFS/SMB)
Disk Management
QNAP Flexible volume
Thin-provisioning with space reclamation supported
Online Volume Expansion
Online Storage Pool Expansion (via QNAP RAID expansion enclosure)
Single Disk, JBOD, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10
RAID Hot Spare and Global Hot Spare
Online RAID Capacity Expansion and Online RAID Level Migration
Bad Block Scan and Hard Drive S.M.A.R.T.
Bad Block Recovery
RAID Recovery
Bitmap Support
File Station
Supports ISO Mounting (Up to 256 ISO Files)
Creates and Sends Download Links for Sharing Public Files with Expiration Time and Password Protection
Drag-n-drop Files via Chrome and Firefox Browsers
Photo, Music, and Video Preview and Playback Empowered by Built-in Transcoding Technology
File Compression (ZIP or 7z)
Advanced Search
Mobile App: Qfile for File Browsing and Management
Powerful All-in-one server
FTP Server
FTP over SSL/TLS (Explicit)
Concurrent Connections: Max 256
Passive FTP Port Range Control
FTP Bandwidth & Connection Control
Supports FXP & Unicode
Syslog Server
Centralized Log Monitoring and Archiving
Immediate Email Alerts
Supports Log Filtering
Backup Station
Remote Replication Server (over Rsync)
Real-time Remote Replication (RTRR) to another QNAP NAS or FTP Server
Works as Both RTRR Server & Client with Bandwidth Control
Real-time & Scheduled Backup
Encryption, Compression, File Filter, and Transfer Rate Limitation
Encrypted Replication between QNAP NAS Servers
Desktop Backup by QNAP NetBak Replicator for Windows
Apple Time Machine Support with Backup Management
Data Backup to Multiple External Storage Devices
Synchronizes with Cloud Storage: Amazon S3, ElephantDrive, Symform, Dropbox, and Google Drive
Third Party Backup Software Support: Veeam Backup & Replication, Acronis True
Image, ARCserve Backup, EMC Retrospect, Symantec Backup Exec, LaCie SilverKeeper, etc.
Print Server
Max No. of Printers: 3
Supports Internet Printing Protocol
Print Job Display and Management
IP-based and Domain Name-based Privilege Control
Supports Apple Bonjour Printing
iSCSI (IP SAN)
iSCSI Target
Multi-LUNs per Target
Up to 256 Targets/LUNs Combined
Supports LUN Mapping & Masking
Block-based LUN
Thin-provisioned LUN with Space Reclamation supported
Online LUN Capacity Expansion
Supports SPC-3 Persistent Reservation
Supports MPIO & MC/S
iSCSI LUN Backup, One-time Snapshot, and Restore
iSCSI Connection and Management by QNAP Finder (Windows)
Virtual Disk Drive (via iSCSI Initiator)
Stack Chaining Master
Max No. of Virtual Disk Drives: 8
Database Server
Built-in MySQL Server
Web-based Management via phpMyAdmin
Server Virtualization & Clustering
VMware vSphere (ESX/ESXi 4.x, 5.x)
VMware VAAI for iSCSI and VAAI for NAS
vSphere Plug-in
Citrix XenServer (6.0)
Windows Server 2012 Hyper-V
Supports Microsoft ODX
QNAP SMI-S provider for Microsoft SCVMM
Windows Server 2012 Failover Clustering
RADIUS Server
Centralized Account Management and Authentication for Network Access
Supports 802.1x Security Authentication
TFTP Server with PXE Booting (Read-only)
Virtualization Station
Support up to 8 Virtual Machine (32GB RAM is required) creating to run an operating system such as Windows, Linux, Unix.
VM import from Virtual Appliances
VM export into a virtual appliance in OVF / QVM format
VM clone
VM snapshot
HTML5 based shared remote console
VPN Server
Secure Remote Access: PPTP & OpenVPN VPN services
Remote Access to Other Resources on Local Network
Max No. of Clients: 30
Storage Plug & Connect via Windows Qfinder by QNAP
Create and Map Shared Folders
Create and Connect to iSCSI Target/LUN
Surveillance Station Pro
Supports over 1,400 IP Cameras
Includes 4 Free Camera License
Up to 72 Camera Channels via Additional License Purchase*
Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA) for Advanced Video Search
Visual Aid by E-map
Surveillance Client for Mac
Mobile App: VMobile (iOS and Android)
myQNAPcloud Service
Private Cloud Storage and Sharing
Free Host Name Registration (DDNS)
Auto Router Configuration (via UPnP)
CloudLink for Remote Access without Complicated Router Setup
myQNAPcloud Connect for Easy VPN Connection (Windows VPN Utility)
Antivirus
Supports ClamAV (free) and McAfee (optional purchase ) virus scanner.
Protection against Viruses, Trojans, and Other Threats
Free Virus Databases Update on Manual or Scheduled Basis
Multiple Scan Tasks (Max: 64, Concurrent: 5) with Custom Folder Selection and Scheduled Scanning
Email Notification upon Task Completion or Virus Detection
Quarantines or Deletes Infected Files
Qsync
Syncs Files among Multiple Devices through the NAS
Option for Not Removing Files on the NAS during Synchronization
Selective Synchronization
Shares Securely with SSL
Team Folder
Shares Files by Links via E-mail
Uploads Photos or Videos to Qsync Folder Automatically via Qfile
Restores Files from Network Recycle Bin
File Name Conflict Policy
Option for Filter Settings
Privilege Control for Qsync Users
Supports Windows & Mac OS
APP Center
Add New Features by Online Installation of over 90 Official and Community Software
Web Server
HTTP/HTTPS Connections
Built-in MySQL Server
Web-based Management via phpMyAdmin (QPKG)
Virtual Hosts: Max 32
Add-ons
(The actual available software add-ons may vary depending on the NAS platform)
Hardware Specifications
CPU Intel Xeon E3-1200 v3 Family 3.4 GHz Quad Core Processor
Memory System memory: 4 GB DDR3 ECC RAM
Memory module pre-installed: 4 GB x1
Total memory slots: 4
Memory expandable up to: 32 GB (8GB x4)
Note:
When upgrading RAM to more than 28GB, the original 4GB RAM modules must be removed.
For the information of RAM module installation and compatible NAS models, please refer to the QNAP RAM Module Installation Guide
Flash Memory 512MB DOM
Internal Cache Port
Two mSATA port on board for read caching
Note: The standard system is shipped without mSATA flash. For the optional mSATA flash, please visit
http://shop.qnap.com/
Hard Drive 12 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gbps/3Gbps hard drive or 2.5-inch SATA, 6Gbps/3Gbps hard drive SSD hard drive
NOTE:
The standard system is shipped without hard drives.
For the hard drive compatibility list, please visit http://www.qnap.com/compatibility
Hard Drive Tray 12 x hot-swappable and lockable tray
LAN Port
4 x Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet port
(Expandable up to 8 x 1 Gb LAN or 4 x 10 Gb + 4 x 1 Gb LAN by installing optional dual-port 10 Gb and 1 Gb network card)
Note:
1. For the optional network card compatibility list, please visit http://www.qnap.com/i/en/product_x_grade/cat_intro.php?g_cat=11
2. For the information of network card installation, please refer to chapter 6 in the Turbo NAS Hardware Manual.
LED Indicators Status, 10 GbE, LAN, eSATA, storage expansion port status
USB
4x USB 3.0 port (rear)
4x USB 2.0 port (rear)
Support USB printer, pen drive, USB hub, and USB UPS etc.
Buttons System: Power button and reset button
Alarm Buzzer System warning
Form Factor 2U, Rackmount
Dimensions 88(H) x 442.5(W) x 530.5(D) mm
3.46(H) x 17.42(W) x 20.89(D) inch
Weight Net weight (NAS only) : 14.18 kg/ 31.26 lb
Gross weight (with packing and accessories) : 21.41 kg/ 47.20 lb
Sound Level (dB) Sound Level (dB) Sound pressure (LpAm) (by stander positions): 55.3 dB
(with 12 x HITACHI HUS724020ALA640 hard drive installed)
Power Consumption (W) Sleep mode: 80.41
In Operation: 166.58 W
(with 12 x 1TB hard drive installed)
Temperature 0-40C
Relative Humidity 5~95% non-condensing, wet bulb: 27C.
Power Supply Input:
47-63 Hz
100-127V~/ 8A
200-240V/ 4A
Output: 400W
PCIe Slot 2 (1* PCIe Gen3 x8, 1* PCIe Gen3 x4)
Fan 4 x 6 cm smart cooling fan
1. Power Button 5. Gigabit LAN x 4
2. LED Indicators:
10 GbE, Status, LAN, Storage Expansion Port Status 6. USB 3.0 Port x 4
3. Password & Network Settings Reset Button 7. PCIe Slot x 2
4. USB 2.0 Port x 4 8. Power Connector
Remark:
The TS-x80 rack mount models comply with ANSI/EIA-RS-310-D rack mounting standards. Before purchasing the server racks for these models, please make sure the server racks conform to the following criteria:
1. Rack size
Mounting post width : = 450mm
Panel width : = 485mm
Mounting post depth : 650mm~850mm
2. The optional rack kits for the TS-x80 rack mount models are only compatible with square-hole server racks.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.