Qnap
TS-453B-8G
Desktop NAS
4-Bay RAID (8GB RAM)
64TB (4 X 16TB Seagate IronWolf (NAS))

Qnap TS-453B-8G Desktop NAS 64TB 4-Bay RAID (8GB RAM) (4 X 16TB Seagate IronWolf (NAS))

Our Review:

8.3

OVERALL

DESIGN

8.00

FEATURES

9.00

PERFORMANCE

8.00

VALUE FOR MONEY

8.00

2A Warranty available Qnap Warranty LIC-NAS-EXTW-GREEN-3Y-EI 2yr to 5yr, Green, Desktop 2A READ MORE

The Qnap Desktop NAS TS-453B-8G 4-Bay RAID (8GB RAM) 64TBis Network Attached NAS Storage device. It features a Intel Celeron J3455 Quad Core 1.5 GHz (up to 2.3 GHz) CPU and with 8GB RAM providing outstanding performance for those looking for a cost effective Network Storage option. This Qnap Desktop NAS TS-453B-8G is backed with Qnap’s 2yr limited warranty.

Key Features

• Pre-populated with 64TB of storage capacity (includes 4x 16TB Seagate IronWolf (NAS) HDD)
• RAID Levels: 0:1:5:6:JBOD:
• Intel Celeron J3455 Quad Core 1.5 GHz (up to 2.3 GHz) CPU
• 8GB Random Access Memory (RAM)
• 6Gb/s to Gigabit Ethernet (1,000 Mbit/s)
• Arrives with 2yr warranty for enclosure and 3yr warranty for hard drives

Virtual Machine. Another advantage of the Qnap Desktop NAS is a solid framework for utilizing Virtualisation and VMware. More than traditional storage, this gives you the ability to create multiple Virtual PC Desktop interfaces for shared users via their browsers and more.

Includes Seagate IronWolf (NAS) 3.5" SATA 6Gb/s Hard Drives

This Qnap NAS includes the best Seagate hard drives to work with this box. The perfect foundation for building maximum density server to be run 24/7.
Seagate NAS drives have been rigorously tested in high read and write Network Attached Storage Environments. This results in increased performance and efficiency within your TS-453B-8G NAS server device.

Combining Qnap Desktop NAS TS-453B-8G and 4 Seagate hard disks will provide you with a solid, long term Network-Attached Storage solution ranging from simply media file access, Apple Time Machine, complex Surveillance and Synchronisation abilities, as well as the utilization of VMware and ISCSI.

Vital Statistics (per drive)

• Model Number: ST16000VN001
• Rotation: 7200RPM
• Interface: 3.5" SATA 6Gb/s
• Form factor: 3.5 inch
• Capacity: 16TB
• Cache: 256MB
• Warranty: 3yr

Back of the Qnap Desktop NAS TS-453B-8G box (the connections)

• LAN Network Port / Ethernet Port – Giving your Qnap storage device to both send, receive and manipulate files over the internet. However that is just the tip of the iceberg. Via the connection of devices such as IP camera, mobile apps and other system tools, you can use multi-purpose applications for homes, small business and enterprises uses.
• HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) – Access your Qnap NAS via a visual device, such as a HD TV or Monitor to giving you direct access to your Network Attached Storage device. Useful if your Network Connectivity has dropped and you require access to your files in the absence of a network/Internet connection.
• USB 3.0 – The newer and faster evolution of Universal Serial Bus, USB 3.0, can transfer data at up to 5Gb per second. Now becoming commonplace, you can transfer data between devices such as external hard-drives and flash storage keys. In more advanced, larger devices you are able to connect peripherals such as mice and keyboards to the enclosure, however we highly recommend contacting the manufacturers website here for more details on connectivity and compatibility
• USB 3.0 – The newer and faster evolution of Universal Serial Bus, USB 3.0, can transfer data at up to 5Gb per second. Now becoming commonplace, you can transfer data between devices such as external hard-drives and flash storage keys. In more advanced, larger devices you are able to connect peripherals such as mice and keyboards to the enclosure, however we highly recommend contacting the manufacturers website here for more details on connectivity and compatibility

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Qnap Desktop NAS TS-453B-8G RAID options

• JBOD- is a cost-effective network storage solution. If you have a lot of temporarily data to store, JBODs are an economical solution. Mind that the data is not critical or you have an effective backup scheme in place. JBOD is either a single or number of disks which are grouped together and presented to the Operating System as a single volume, called 'Spanning'. If you lose a single disk in the JBOD then you possibly will lose data, as the concept of a JBOD does not include not fault tolerance.
• RAID 0 is ideal for non-critical storage of data that have to be read/written at a high speed, such as on a video editing station or an image retouching. RAID 0 offers great performance, both in read and write operations. All storage capacity is used, there is no overhead.
• RAID 1 (mirrored drive) is ideal for critical storage, like accounting systems. It is also suitable for small servers in which only two data drives will be used (disc mirroring). It offers excellent read speed and a write-speed that is comparable to that of a single drive. In case a drive fails, data do not have to be rebuild, they just have to be copied to the replacement drive (mirroring hdd ). It can be used as back up mirror.
• RAID 5 combines efficient storage with excellent security and decent performance. It is ideal for file and application servers that have a limited number of data drives. Very fast read data transactions while write data transactions are bit slower. In case if drive fails, you still have access to all data, even while the failed drive is being replaced and system rebuilds the data on the new drive.
• RAID 6 combines efficient storage with excellent security and decent performance. Similar to RAID 5, read data transactions are very fast. Two drives can fail and you still have access to all data, even while the failed drives are being replaced. It makes it more secure.
• RAID 10 combines pros and cons of RAID 0 and RAID 1 in one single system. If one drive fails, the rebuild time is very fast because data being copied from the surviving mirror to a new drive.

Qnap Desktop NAS as a media server

Plex Server on Qnap Desktop NAS TS-453B-8G gives you centralized home media playback system streaming its media to your Smart phone, tablet or TV over the internet or local network.

Plex on Qnap Desktop NAS provides free services:

• Watch media while on the go
• Share your content from your Qnap Desktop NAS with friends or family
• Bookmark media for later viewing
• Recommend an item to a friend

Qnap TS-453B-8G Desktop NAS RAM / Card upgrade options

	RAM-2GDR3L-SO-1600	More Info Install This
	LAN-10G2SF-MLX	More Info Install This
	LAN-1G2T-I210	More Info Install This
	LAN-10G1SR	More Info Install This
	LAN-10G2T-X550	More Info Install This
	QM2-2S	More Info Install This
	QM2-2P	More Info Install This
	QM2-2S10G1T	More Info Install This
	QM2-2P10G1T	More Info Install This
	RAM-2GDR3LA0-SO-1866	More Info Install This
	RAM-4GDR3LA0-SO-1866	More Info Install This
	LAN-10G1TA	More Info Install This
	QXG-10G1T	More Info Install This
	QM2-2P-384	More Info Install This
	QM2-2P-344	More Info Install This
	QM2-2P-244A	More Info Install This
	QM2-2S-220A	More Info Install This
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	QXG-10G2SF-CX4	More Info Install This
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Qnap Desktop NAS TS 453B 8G reviews

07/08/2019 | Tony | |

Which NAS with HDMI, 2.0 if available, main use as blu ray / dvd storage, playing back .MKV files direct to new Samsung TV. Have a 415play, its out of storage and very slow.Budget upto 1K.

Hi, 

The following x72XT series QNAP NAS enclosures support 4K UHD playback @ 60GHz via HDMI 2.0a: 472XT, 672XT & 872XT

https://www.span.com/search/72xt

The new Silent NAS HS-453DX is also populated with a HDMI 2.0: 

https://www.span.com/search/hs-453dx


SPAN.COM tech team

16/01/2019 | David | |

TS-453B-8G. Considering this to use for small office/home, for BU, file access also remote, photo and video/4k storage. Just one person. What is the speed on the quick access USB-C port, which I wish to use as NAD from Thunderbolt 3 MacBook Pro. Which cable should I use, is it included in the package, or where can I buy and do you have a 2 meter cable? Or am I better configuring with the USB 3.1 10 Gbps card in order to get faster throughput? Will start with 2@ 6TB later extend to RAID 5 with additional discs as required. Would appreciate your advise. Regards, David, david@ravensdownhouse.com Edinburgh

The Ts-453B has a standard USB 3.0 USB and a Type C (3.0). You are able to add a card (10gb/M.2 SSD/USB 3.1) If you already have TB3 Mac then I would suggest looking at the Thunderbolt NAS's https://www.span.com/category/Qnap-Thunderbolt-NAS~3008/interface22=4 

If you would like some assistance in choosing the right unit for your needs, please do not hesitate in contacting our Sales team who can put together a quote for you and talk through everything you need.

SPAN.COM tech team

15/09/2017 | Max | |

Hello Team Span, I'm new to NAS... Would I be able to edit the video in real-time by directly attaching the use cable on the front panel..? Or is that port only for accessing & transferring the files... I'm a Mac user & use Adobe suite & Davinci Resolve. Thanks in advance!

Hi Max,

You can look at the 73 or 82 series Qnap's - but using them to work directly on video is not advisable - Yes, these unit allow you to access them directly through USB or Thunderbolt but this does not mean you will have the access speeds to keep up with real-time video editing. A NAS allows for ease of access to your DATA and allows you to manage it in one place. If you want speed the stay with a TB2/3 DAS and then back it up to the NAS.

SPAN.COM tech team

24/08/2017 | robchros@gmail.com | |

Hello: I live in Canada and I am considering acquiring a Qnap ts 453 b nas and I have a few questions I hope you can answer: May I populate the nas with 8 or 10 tb hard drives? What cable should I order (model number and it’s cost) to connect my pc via the USB - 3.0 to the Nas front quick USB – C? What UPS would you recommend I purchase that best suits this Nas? Thanks, Rob

Hi Rob,

Yes you can use 8/10TB drives in this unit (we recommend the WD Reds), Type C cables are available, Please contact one of our sales team to discuss your setup and put together a quote for you


SPAN.COM tech team

27/06/2017 | Simon B | |

Great review thank you. I have two questions: (1) I'm assuming SSD would give better overall performance loaded into the bays (as opposed to Seagate Ironwolf that I am seeing advertised elsewhere), could you confirm SSD's would be the right choice and if so, do you have a top three I could use please (primary use 4K media streaming and maybe docker)? (2) Is the two bay any different at all from the 4-bay except more bays?

Yes SSD would give you better all-round performance but as it stands SSD's are much more expensive the HDD's - as you plan to use this in a NAS environment the full speed of the SSD's maybe slower as you will be limited by the Network - if you want true speed then stick with DAS. If capacity is not too important then SSD will be a great choice 

The 253b and 453b are the same spec - just bays and memory are different

SPAN.COM tech team

09/05/2017 | Tim | |

I am loving this direct attach functionality! And I can even add M.2 SSD for caching. But that is probably more for virtual machines.

SPAN.COM tech team

25/04/2017 | Fredrik | |

Hello, i wonder why you have given the ts-453b mini a 9 in performance, but this one an 8? SInce both devices use the same cpu? Or is there somehting else who makes the mini faster? Sincerly yours Fredrik

That is a very valid point. The reason for this is two fold. First off that the mini series device was reviewed when the J Series CPU was new and unparralelled and scoring higher on CPU benchmark than the Braswell CPU in the A series and serverd more as a comparison score at the time. 2nd reason is  more directed towards and regarding the lower score on the 
TS-453B. Now the 453B is almost released, the Intel J chip has been installed in more NAS devices and alongwith it's strengths we have had more time to gauge it against other chips (like the Pentium featured in the DS916+ from Synology) and these recent comparisons have resulted in us giving it an 8. In actual fact our scoring system should be more decimal really, as we should have given the BMini a 8.8 and the 453B an 8.5. I will take this up with the website team and see if improvements are possible. Otherwise, Both of these NAS devices are fantastic devices with a slight edge in almost all other areas in terms of features and functionality to the TS-453B 
https://www.span.com/product/Qnap-Desktop-NAS-TS-453B-4G-4-Bay-RAID-0-1-5-6-4GB-RAM-~61410

 

Thank you for your question.

SPAN.COM tech team