• 1

  The two built-in 10GbE SFP+ ports empower mission-critical applications such as databases and large data transfer/storage.

• 2

  Install SSDs with four 2.5-inch drive bays and two M.2 SATA (2280 form factor) slots for enabling Qtier to boost performances.

• 3

  The two PCIe 3.0 slots (x2 and x1) can be used to install additional QM2 cards, network cards, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) cards to expand NAS functionality.

• 4

  Snapshots add an extra layer of protection to your disaster recovery plans, giving you the flexibility to create and revert snapshots locally and/or remotely.

• 5

  The TS-1635AX supports containers (LXC and Docker®) and Linux command-line interface (CLI) virtual machines (VMs) for deploying diversified virtualization applications.

• 6

  The TS-1635AX can be used with QNAP's VJBOD technology to expand the capacity of other NAS. The capacity of the TS-1635AX can also be expanded by using QNAP expansion enclosures.

Available models

1. TS-1635AX-8G

   Marvell ARMADA 8040 ARMv8 Cortex-A72 4-core 1.6 GHz processor, 8 GB UDIMM DDR4 (1 x 8 GB)

Boost performance with SSDs and Qtier

The TS-1635AX comes with four dedicated 2.5-inch drives bays and two M.2 SATA (2280 form factor) slots for installing SSDs*. With SSDs, you can enable the QNAP-exclusive Qtier 2.0, which offers both automatic tiered storage and cache-like mechanisms for both volumes and iSCSI LUNs. This allows the TS-1635AX to be further accelerated to meet the performance requirements of demanding applications and scenarios such as virtualization and 10GbE transmission.

*SSDs and HDDs sold separately.

Learn More: M.2 SSD Compatibility List,Qtier

The QM2 expansion card redefines NAS functionality

QNAP's QM2 is a series of PCIe expansion cards that features dual M.2 SSD slots and/or 10GbE connectivity*. This allows users to easily set up SSD caching or Qtier to optimize NAS performance. 10GbE-compatible QM2 cards can also future proof the TS-1635AX for use with 10GBASE-T networks. Equipped with a dedicated cooling module, the QM2 can maintain its high performance even when tasked with the highest workloads.

*SSDs and HDDs sold separately. Selected models with 10GbE connectivity are backward compatible with 5GbE/2.5GbE/1GbE/100MbE network.

Learn More: QM2

Wireless adapter

Install a QXP-W6-AX200 Wi-Fi 6 wireless adapter to turn the TS-1635AX into a wireless NAS. Or make the TS-1635AX a wireless access point by installing the QWA-AC2600 wireless adapter and the WirelessAP Station app.

Learn More: Wireless network expansion card

10GbE connectivity removes bottlenecks for higher performance

The TS-1635AX is 10GbE-ready with two 10GbE SFP+ ports for accelerating workflows without additional costs. For users without an existing 10GbE environment, the QNAP 10GbE/NBASE-T™ unmanaged switches are excellent choices for removing bottlenecks and to realize a streamlined data storage experience. For Windows/Linux PCs, the QXG-10G1T 10GBASE-T/NBASE-T PCIe expansion card can be installed to add 10GbE functionality for a complete high-speed LAN environment.

Learn More: 10GbE switches,QXG-10G1T

VJBOD Cloud

Seamlessly connect local storage with cloud object storage to easily backup local application data to the cloud.

Build an affordable Fibre Channel SAN environment

Common Fibre Channel SAN (Storage Area Networks) devices are often expensive. Now you have more budge-friendly options to easily add your NAS to a SAN environment. Once a Marvell® Fibre Channel card (Marvell QLogic 2500 series 8Gb/s) has been installed in the TS-1635AX, you can set a Fibre Channel Target using the iSCSI & Fibre Channel app, and leverage the many benefits from QNAP NAS including snapshot protection, Qtier™ tiering storage, SSD cache acceleration and more. In addition, the LUN Masking and Port Binding features provide an additional layer of security for your data.

Learn More: QNAP NAS supports Fibre Channel SAN

More apps, endless possibilities

The TS-1635AX is powered by QTS, an intelligent app-driven operating system that provides key functionality such as Qtier, RAID 50/60 support, Qboost, OCR Converter, and much more. The QTS App Center also provides a wide range of apps from QNAP and trusted third-parties to boost the functionality and possibilities of the TS-1635AX.

Learn More: QTS,App Center

High-flexibility virtualization and virtual switches

The TS-1635AX supports versatile virtualization technologies such as containers (LXC and Docker®) and Linux command-line interface (CLI) virtual machines (VMs)*, so you can easily migrate existing applications to or deploy new solutions on the TS-1635AX. Virtual switches support several modes for connecting containers, VMs, NAS, and physical network interfaces for flexibly deploying business IT infrastructure while ensuring high security.

*The VM functionality will be available soon. The availability will be announced separately.

Learn More: Container Station

Protect your data with encryption and other security features

The Marvell ARMADA 8040 processor inside the TS-1635AX features hardware-accelerated encryption, and is capable of encrypting volumes and/or LUN with AES-256 encryption without sacrificing performance. Other security features include 2-step authentication, IP address filtering, virus and malware scanners, and much more. You can also set permissions for users and folders to block access from unauthorized users and apps.

Extend hardware warranty up to 5 years

The TS-1635AX is backed by a 2-year warranty at no extra cost. If needed, you can purchase a warranty extension that increases your coverage up to 5 years.

Learn More: QNAP warranty services

Hardware Specificaton

TS-1635AX-8G

CPU	Marvell ARMADA 8040 ARMv8 Cortex-A72 4-core 1.6 GHz processor
CPU Architecture	64-bit ARM
Floating Point Unit
Encryption Engine
System Memory	8 GB UDIMM DDR4 (1 x 8 GB)
Maximum Memory	16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Memory Slot	1 x U-DIMM DDR4
Flash Memory	512 MB (Dual boot OS protection)
Drive Bay	12 x 3.5-inch + 4 x 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
Drive Compatibility	3.5-inch bays: 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives 2.5-inch bays: 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives
Hot-swappable	The following are not hot-swappable: M.2 SSDs, SSD cache drives, SSDs using PCIe expansion slots.
M.2 Slot	2 x M.2 2280 SATA SSD slots The M.2 SSD is not included as standard. M.2 SSD operations can easily generate excessive heat. It is recommended to install a heatsink (from QNAP or a third-party provider) on the M.2 SSD.
SSD Cache Acceleration Support
Gigabit Ethernet Port (RJ45)	2 Expandable with an optional PCIe adapter
10 Gigabit Ethernet Port	2 x 10GbE SFP+
Wake on LAN (WOL)
Jumbo Frame
PCIe Slot	2 Slot 1: PCIe Gen 3 x2 Slot 2: PCIe Gen 3 x1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 port	3
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Port	Optional via a PCIe adapter
Audio Output	- (The line out jack and speaker are no longer available on units manufactured on or after 2021/1/1)
Form Factor	Tower
LED Indicators	Power/Status, LAN, USB, HDD1-12, SSD 1-4, M.2 SSD 1-2
LCD Display/ Button
Buttons	Power, Reset, USB Auto Copy
Dimensions (HxWxD)	303.84 × 369.89 × 319.8 mm
Weight (Net)	12.06 kg
Operating temperature	0 - 40 °C (32°F - 104°F)
Storage Temperature	-20 - 70°C (-4°F - 158°F)
Relative Humidity	5-95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27˚C (80.6˚F)
Power Supply Unit	ATX 250W, Input: 100-240 Vac~, 50-60Hz, 3.5A
Power Consumption: HDD Sleep Mode	39.74 W
Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical	76.69 W Tested fully populated with 1TB hard drives and 120GB solid-state drives.
Fan	System fan: 3 x 92mm, 12VDC CPU fan: 1 x 60mm, 12VDC
Other Interfaces	Kensington security slot
System Warning	Buzzer
Kensington Security Slot
Max. Number of Concurrent Connections (CIFS) - with Max. Memory	700

Note: Use only QNAP memory modules to maintain system performance and stability. For NAS devices with more than one memory slot, use QNAP modules with identical specifications.
Warning: Using unsupported modules may degrade performance, cause errors, or prevent the operating system from starting.

* Sound Level Test
Environment: Refer to ISO 7779; Maximum HDD loaded; Bystander Position; Average data from 1 meter in front of operating NAS.
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