TL-R1620Sep-RP

SAS 12Gb/s storage expansion for Windows® servers, supporting multipath routing, SAS Zoning, and daisy chaining

Supported Server	DataBolt Bandwidth Optimization	Multipath Routing
Certified with Windows Server 2019; can be daisy-chained to flexibly expand the storage spaces of Windows servers.	Combine multiple 6Gb/s transmissions into 12 Gb/s data streams to achieve faster speed with existing 6Gb/s infrastructure.	Ensure smooth data transmission and continuous operations by using the TL-R1620Sep-RP with a server that supports multipath routing (Multipath I/O, MPIO).
SAS Zoning	Storage Management	Easy Installation & Storage
With the QNAP JBOD Manager app, the storage space of the TL-R1620Sep-RP can be divided into four zones. Different host servers can only access a single zone through different Wide Ports.	Windows users can manage the storage space and settings of the TL-R1620Sep-RP with the QNAP JBOD Manager app.	With a short-depth design, the TL-R1620Sep-RP is suitable for universal deployment.

Achieve up to 96Gb/s with link aggregation

The TL-R1620Sep-RP uses a low-power 28nm SAS35x36R SAS Expander and supports 12/6 Gb/s SAS/SATA drives. It also has four 12 Gb/s SAS 3.0 (x4 Lane) SFF-8644 SAS Wide Ports. By connecting the TL-R1620Sep-RP to a host Windows server that supports multipath routing (Multipath I/O, MPIO) and daisy-chaining multiple JBODs with two wide ports configured with link aggregation, up to 96Gb/s transfer speeds can be achieved.

Learn More: Check compatible SAS cards

Ultimate performance for enterprise applications

TL SAS JBOD

96 Gb/s

Thunderbolt 3/4 DAS

40 Gb/s

USB DAS

10 Gb/s

Supports SAS DataBolt™ technology, delivers 12Gb/s using existing 6Gb/s infrastructure

Featuring Broadcom® SAS DataBolt™ bandwidth optimization technology, the TL-R1620Sep-RP uses an intelligent data buffer for transferring data to drives at speeds that match the performance of the host Windows server. Whether the TL-R1620Sep-RP uses 12Gb/s or 6Gb/s drives, the host server will transfer data to the TL-R1620Sep-RP at 12Gb/s, allowing you benefit from high-speed 12Gb/s SAS transmission with existing 6Gb/s infrastructure.。

Note: The Windows® server requires a compatible Broadcom® SAS HBA PCIe expansion card.

Short-depth design
Can be installed in standard server racks or small AV cabinets

(3U, H 131.3 x W 482.2 x D 425.3 mm)

Flexibly connect multiple JBODs

The TL-R1620Sep-RP has four 12 Gb/s SAS 3.0 (x4 Lane) SFF-8644 SAS Wide Ports that connect to the Windows® server. It can be daisy-chained to connect multiple JBODs.

Note:
1. Use the CAB-SAS10M-8644-8088 12Gb/s to 6Gb/s external cable to connect to SAS REXP expansion enclosures and 6 Gb/s SAS HBA.
2. The maximum total storage capacity will vary based the limitations of the Windows server.

Multipath routing to ensure continuous system operations

By daisy chaining the TL-R1620Sep-RP, data transmission loads can be balanced with multipath routing (Multipath I/O, MPIO) to achieve high availability. If one route fails, another route can be used to access the data and ensure continuous system operations. The TL-R1620Sep-RP also features a redundant power supply to ensure continual operations.

Flexible daisy chaining

A Windows® server with a SAS hardware RAID card can be connected to multiple TL SAS JBODs to provide the server with high-capacity storage space. Multiple Windows® servers can individually connect to a single TL SAS JBOD and be configured into a S2D (Storage Space Direct) failover cluster, which is ideal for virtualization application storage. Coupled with multipath routing (Multipath I/O, MPIO) and link aggregation, you can benefit from higher transfer speeds and system availability.

High Storage Capacity

Ultra-high Performance (up to 192Gb/s)

Performance and Security

Windows S2D Failover Cluster

One JBOD for 4 servers with SAS zoning technology

The TL-R1620Sep-RP supports SAS zoning technology, allowing you to divide the TL-R1620Sep-RP into four zones with the QNAP JBOD Manager app. This allows the TL-R1620Sep-RP to serve as storage expansion for up to four Windows servers. When connected through different Wide ports of the TL-R1620Sep-RP, you can only access to a single zone, ensuring higher data security.

Learn More: QNAP JBOD Manager

Exclusive drive monitoring tool for Windows® servers

The QNAP JBOD Manager features a user-friendly interface, allowing you to intuitively manage the TL-R1620Sep-RP. In addition to operating status information, you can also see the topology of the connected device, configure SAS zoning settings, and manage the firmware of all connected TL-R1620Sep-RP.

Learn More: QNAP JBOD Manager

Note:
1. The QNAP JBOD Manager app for SAS JBOD supports Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016 and 2019. The SAS HBA installed on the Windows Server must also support the same Windows Server version to ensure QNAP JBOD Manager can recognize the server.
2. Windows server with Broadcom SAS RAID card installed cannot be shown in the QNAP JBOD Manager’s Connection Topology due to the expansion card’s limitations.

Device Status

View system information of the TL-R1620Sep-RP, including health, temperature, fan speed, connection status, multipath routing status (Multipath I/O, MPIO), and Zoning types.

Zone Setting

SAS zoning settings can divide the JBOD into four zones, allowing for host servers to access specific zones.

Note: Up to 8 zones can be configured using the command-line interface.

Connection Topology

After setting up the TL-R1620Sep-RP, a visible connection topology will be automatically generated. This allows you to quickly view the connection status of all connected devices.

Firmware Information

Lists the firmware versions of all connected devices, allowing you to track and update out-of-date devices.

Supports command-line interface

You can connect your computer to the TL-R1620Sep-RP via the Console Port, and use your command line interface (CLI) to configure the TL-R1620Sep-RP (for example: set SAS Zoning to eight zones).

Learn More: How to set up JBOD through the CLI interface

Note: A password is required to use the CLI. The default password is 00000000 (eight zeros).

Compatible PCIe SAS expansion cards

Brand	Broadcom®	Broadcom®	Broadcom®	Broadcom®	Broadcom®	Broadcom®
Model	SAS 9300-8e	SAS 9305-16e	SAS 9380-8i8e	SAS 9400-8e	SAS 9500-8e	SAS 9580-8i8e
Controller	SAS3008	SAS3216	SAS3316	SAS3408	SAS3808	SAS3916
Ports	2 x4 SFF-8644	4 x4 SFF-8644	2 x4 SFF-8643 2 x4 SFF-8644	2 x4 SFF-8644	2 x4 SFF-8644	2 x8 SFF-8645 2 x4 SFF-8644
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s	SAS 12Gb/s	SAS 12Gb/s	SAS 12Gb/s	SAS 12Gb/s	SAS 12Gb/s
Hardware RAID	Not supported	Not supported	Supported	Not supported	Not supported	Supported

Check Compatibility List

Note: The TL-R1620Sep-RP currently does not support Microsemi PCIe SAS cards.

Use the best SAS cables for your work environment

	CAB-SAS05M-8644	CAB-SAS10M-8644	CAB-SAS20M-8644	CAB-SAS30M-8644
Length	0.5m (Included in the package)	1m	2m	3m
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Standard 5-year warranty

The TL-R1620Sep-RP is backed by a 5-year warranty at no extra cost. This premier warranty demonstrates QNAP’s dedication to your essential business needs for continuous operations and non-interrupted services.

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