A powerful business NAS with an AMD RX-421BD quad-core APU, up to 64GB
DDR4 RAM, and supports dual PCIe slots, USB QuickAccess and HDMI 4K output.
The TVS-473e is powered by a high-end AMD R-Series APU that incorporates an exceptional CPU with AMD Radeon™ R7
Graphics performance, delivering a high-performance and energy-efficient NAS solution. Built with a state-of-the-art metal design
and topped off with a stylish gold finish, the highly-capable TVS-473e provides PCIe expandability, the unique USB QuickAccess
port, HDMI 4K@ 30Hz output, and 4K H.264 video decoding and encoding acceleration for an optimum audiovisual experience.
Integrated Radeon™ R7 GPU for 4K video playback.
Two PCIe slots support 10GbE adapters, QM2 cards, USB 3.1 10Gbps cards, or wireless network cards.
Use the NAS as a PC by attaching a keyboard, mouse, and HDMI display.
Qtier™ auto-tiering technology and SSD caching enable 24/7 optimized storage efficiency.
Scalable storage supporting virtualization, containerized apps, centralized storage, backup, sharing, and disaster recovery.
RAID 50/60 is recommended for NAS with over 10 disks to strike a balance between capacity, protection, and performance.
AMD Embedded R-Series SoC uses "Excavator" x86 CPU cores, and supports AMD Radeon™ 3rd-generation GCN and DDR4.
The AMD RX-421BD APU, featuring an integrated Radeon™ R7 series Graphics Processing Unit, provides the TVS-473e with the
high-end model of the AMD R-Series family. The TVS-473e also provides two PCIe Gen3 x4 expansion slots for boosting the
potential for 10GbE network performance.
Equipped with a next-gen AMD R-Series RX-421BD quad-core 2.1 GHz APU (Turbo Core up to 3.4 GHz) with up to 64GB dual
channel DDR4 RAM, the TVS-473e enables lightning-fast multi-tasking with low power consumption for up to 1106 MB/s throughput
with a 10GbE configuration. With a hardware-accelerated encryption engine with AES-NI, the TVS-473e also provides unmatched
encryption performance in its class (up to 1091 MB/s with AES 256-bit full NAS volume encryption) to boost system performance,
security, and ensuring the safety of sensitive business data stored in the NAS.
The sturdy and feature-packed hardware bolsters overall system performance. Coupled with the flexible and expandable
architecture, the TVS-473e can fulfill diversified application needs.
The TVS-473e features a pair of PCIe (Gen3 x4) slots, allowing for installing optional single/dual-port 10GbE NICs to accelerate
applications that demand higher bandwidth such as virtualization, media workflows, and backup/restoration tasks for an
ever-growing amount of data; or a USB 3.1 Gen2 (10Gb/s) expansion card for transferring large media files to and from USB
storage. You can also insert QM2 cards or wireless network cards to extend NAS functionality.
Note: USB 3.1 performance may vary depending on hardware/software limitations and usage environment.
The TVS-473e supports the innovative QM2 PCIe card that allows for adding up to two M.2 SSDs. You can configure SSD caching,
or create a RAID 5 tiered storage along with the two M.2 SSDs in the NAS*. As these M.2 SSDs will not occupy any 3.5-inch drive
bays, the QM2 card allows you to maximize both your storage capacity and performance. There are also QM2 cards that include
10GbE 10GBASE-T connectivity to provide SSD caching with high-speed network connectivity on a single card.
*Note: M.2 SSDs for NAS and QM2 cards are sold separately.
The TVS-473e features SSD caching, and also supports optional M.2 SATA 6Gb/s SSDs. Using an SSD cache boosts overall
system performance, and is perfect for improving the overall workflow of random IOPS demanding applications such as
virtualization. QNAP’s Qtier™ Technology empowers the TVS-473e with auto tiering that further helps continuously optimize storage
efficiency across M.2 SSD, 2.5-inch SSD, and high-capacity SATA drives with around-the-clock acceleration. The new Qtier™ 2.0
features IO-awareness that empowers SSD-tiered storage with a cache-like reserved space to handle burst I/O in real time, greatly
maximizing the advantages of SSD.
Note: M.2 SSD is optional. As 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.
With its innovative USB QuickAccess port, the TVS-473e eliminates the complications of first-time NAS installation and provides
direct access to files stored on the TVS-473e - all without needing network connectivity. Simply use a compatible cable* to connect
the TVS-473e to a PC or Mac device, and use Qfinder Pro** to configure it. It is just that easy. You can also assign access rights to
users for different folders to prevent unauthorized access to important files.
*Users must purchase a USB 3.0 A – Micro B cable or a USB 2.0 A – Micro B cable separately.
**Qfinder Pro and USB QuickAccess support Windows 8.0 (and later) and Mac OS X 10.7 (and later). Other versions may require driver installation.
The TVS-473e features AMD 3rd Gen GCN architecture with breakthrough GPU performance to support 4K H.264 video decoding
and stunning 4K UHD display. It delivers superior real-time 4K and 1080p video transcoding to convert videos to universal formats
that can be smoothly played on PCs, mobile devices and Smart TVs. The TVS-473e offers dual HDMI output that support
"duplicated" or "extended" desktop configurations. You can connect the NAS to a HDTV or A/V receiver and use the media player in
HybridDesk Station (HD Station) with the QNAP remote control (sold separately) or Qremote mobile app to enjoy rich media content
and 4K @30Hz videos with the best audiovisual experience.
Note:
1. Supported video formats depend on the hardware and software specifications of the devices.
2. At least 1GB shared graphics memory is required for 4K or multiple 1080p H.264 video transcoding and playback. You can configure this setting in "Control Panel" > "Hardware" > "Shared graphics memory"
3. Playback capability and quality may vary due to factors including the original file formats/quality, hardware and software limitations, and output devices.
4. To use Linux Station desktop, Linux Station must be installed from the App Center.
The TVS-473e supports block-based iSCSI LUN, and supports VMware®, Citrix®, Microsoft® Hyper-V® and Windows Server®
2012 R2, providing high-performance, reliable and affordable storage solution for virtualization environments. The TVS-473e
supports VMware VAAI and Microsoft ODX to increase performance by offloading server loading for ESXi server and Hyper-V
respectively, and supports QNAP vSphere Client plug-in and QNAP SMI-S provider with enhanced operational efficiency and
management in virtualization applications. Moreover, using the iSCSI Extensions for RDMA (iSER) protocol with a compatible
10GbE NIC helps boost data transfer performance of the TVS-473e as VMware® ESXi storage, providing an essential tool to
optimize demanding virtualization applications.
Virtualization Station and Container Station jointly introduce a hybrid approach to virtualization. No matter what your virtualization
needs are, you can count on QNAP for complete virtualization support.
Virtualization Station allows you to run multiple Windows®, Linux®, UNIX® and Android™ virtual machines and access them via a web browser or VNC (Virtual Network
Computing). Businesses can run virtualized server applications on a single NAS without the need for additional physical servers.
Container Station integrates LXC and Docker® lightweight virtualization technologies. You can download apps from the built-in Docker Hub® to easily import/export
container apps and manage access control, enjoying the benefit of easy installation, transferability and high-efficiency.
With modularized multiple applications and functions, QTS enhances management efficiency, personal productivity, multimedia, and
much more, making your NAS experience easier, efficient, and more flexible! The new Qboost provides a NAS optimization tool that
helps accelerate applications, free up system resources, and schedule applications. The built-in App Center with hundreds of
install-on-demand apps realizes far more extensive NAS functionality. QTS breaks the barriers of devices, platforms, and geography
to bring you optimized cloud experiences and incorporates advanced features.
The TVS-473e centrally stores data and various files, and supports SMB/CIFS, AFP and NFS protocols for file sharing across
Windows®, Mac®, Linux®/UNIX® networks. Coupled with Qsync - a utility that turns a QNAP NAS into a safe, high-capacity data
center for file synchronization - any file uploaded to the TVS-473e will be made available for all linked devices, such as computers,
laptops or mobile devices. You can sync shared folders and team folders for group file sharing, greatly enhancing the flexibility of
team projects and collaboration. Files can be centrally managed using File Station, including files from mobile devices and optical
disc drives. File Station also allows you to mount a remote NAS, and transfer files between your NAS and public cloud services for greater convenience.
QNAP provides a flexible backup and disaster recovery solution to assist organizations in routine backup jobs with greater
cost-efficiency and productivity.
Use the license-free QNAP NetBak Replicator utility to back up/restore Windows® files, alongside Time Machine® support for Mac® devices. It is easy, fast and convenient.
Consolidates backup, restoration and synchronization functions (using RTRR, rsync, FTP, CIFS/SMB) for easily transferring data to local, remote and cloud storage
spaces as a comprehensive data storage and disaster recovery plan.
Snapshots are essential for NAS data protection, and its block-level operation makes it a dependable method for mitigating the growing threat of ransomware.
The TVS-473e supports up to 256 snapshots per volume or LUN, and maximum 1,024 snapshots per NAS.
With potentially huge storage capacities, high performance, integrated virtualization solutions, and support for snapshots that record the state of the system at any
time, the TVS-473e are perfect for backing up virtual machines.
The TVS-473e is a highly-efficient data storage center with multiple productivity apps. OCR Converter extracts text from images,
helping to facilitate file organization, editing, and searching. Qfiling automates file organization - simply determine filing conditions,
set a schedule, and files will be organized and archived based on your settings. The Qsirch full-text search tool features quick file
searching and provides Qsirch Helper extension for Google Chrome™ and Mozilla Firefox® to search for files on your NAS when
using Google Search™, enabling huge productivity boosts that greatly reduce the time spent looking for files on the NAS.
The TVS-473e provides intelligent video management system that assists you in managing real-time monitoring, video & audio
recording and playback with a wide range of customizable settings to safeguard your work environment. You can use the Vmobile
app to manage monitored channels anytime and anywhere with your mobile devices, or install the Vcam app to turn your device into
a network camera to instantly record to your NAS. The TVS-473e also supports QVR Pro (Beta) that integrates QNAP’s professional
QVR system into the QTS operating system. You can arrange a dedicated, independent storage space for surveillance data on the
NAS and leverage the advantages of scalability and storage manageability from QTS.
You need an easy solution to increase storage capacity when running out of space. QNAP provides several ways to expand your
NAS storage as needed to accommodate data or business growth.
VJBOD
Use VJBOD (Virtual JBOD) to expand your storage capacity by using the unused storage of another QNAP NAS. Up to 8 QNAP NAS can be mounted as local disks on the TVS-473e.
Upgrade RAID Capacity
Hot swap lower-capacity drives with higher-capacity drives so that your QNAP NAS can grow with your business.
Migrate to a New NAS
Install your NAS hard drives into a larger QNAP NAS with more drive bays and retain all your existing data and configurations.
Attach Expansion Enclosures
The TVS-473e can connect with up to 2 UX-800P or UX-500P, or up to 4 REXP-1000 Pro* enclosures. Use the QTS Storage Manager to easily handle NAS capacity expansion.
IFTTT Agent
A popular web automation service for combining QNAP NAS and mobile devices/apps to customize NAS applets.
Centrally manage and switch between different email accounts, back up emails to the NAS, and safeguard email security and personal privacy.
Enable remote access through NAS browsers to access local LAN resources without going through complex VPN setting.
Combines the security and large capacity of QNAP NAS while providing an IoT solution on a private cloud. It only takes three steps to quickly deploy your own IoT application.
Install a compatible PCIe wireless network card, and use your NAS as a wireless base station for easy access to NAS services and Internet connection.
Simplifies file access, NAS management, multimedia experience, surveillance, and download tasks on mobile devices with QNAP apps.
CPU | Processor: AMD R-Series RX-421BD quad-core 2.1 GHz processor, Turbo Core up to 3.4 GHz Architecture: 64-bit Graphics: Embedded Radeon™ R7 graphics processor Encryption Engine: AES-NI |
System Memory | 4 GB DDR4 (2 x 2 GB) |
Maximum Memory | 64 GB (4 x 16 GB) |
Memory Slot | 4 x SODIMM DDR4 (For dual- or quad-DIMM configurations, you must use a pair of identical DDR4 modules.) |
Flash Memory | 512MB DOM |
Drive Bay | 4 x SATA 6 Gbps |
Drive Compatibility | • 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives • 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives • 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives |
M.2 SSD Slot | 2 x M.2 2260/2280 SATA 6Gb/s SSDs Note: 1. The M.2 SSD is not included as standard. 2. 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 | • Drive bays 1 to 4 • M.2 slots 1 to 2 • Optional: SSD using PCIe expansion slot |
Hot-swappable | Yes The following are not hot-swappable: M.2 SSDs, SSD cache drives, SSDs using PCIe expansion slots. |
Gigabit Ethernet Port | 4 x RJ45 |
USB QuickAccess Port | USB Micro-B |
PCIe Slot | 2 x PCIe 3.0 x4 Note: Support 10GbE LAN card, USB 3.1 Gen2 (10Gb/s) expansion card, QM2 card, or PCIe wireless network card. |
USB Port | 4 x USB 3.0 (Front: 1; Back: 3) |
HDMI Output | 2 x HDMI 1.4b (up to 3840 x 2160 resolution at 30 Hz) |
Audio | • 2 x 3.5 mm dynamic microphone jacks • 1 x 3.5 mm line-out jack • 2 x speakers Note: You cannot use the speakers and the line-out jack simultaneously. |
Display Panel | Monochrome backlit LCD display with Enter and Select buttons |
USB One Touch Copy | Front: USB 3.0 |
IR sensor | QNAP RM-IR004 remote control (MCE compatible) |
Form Factor | Tower |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 188.2 x 199.3 x 279.6 mm 7.41 x 7.85 x 11.01 inch |
Net Weight | 4.9 kg (10.80 lbs) |
Power Supply Unit | ATX 250W, 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz |
Fan | System: 1 x 120 mm CPU: 1 x 60 mm |
Operating Temperature & Relative Humidity | 0 ~ 40˚C ( 32˚F ~ 104˚F ), 5 ~ 95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27˚C (80.6˚F) |
Security Slot | Kensington security slot |
Operating System |
QTS 4.3 (embedded Linux) |
Supported Client Operating Systems |
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Supported Browsers |
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Supported Languages |
Chinese (traditional and simplified), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, and Turkish |
Supported File Systems |
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Networking |
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Network & Virtual Switch |
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Security |
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Storage Management |
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iSCSI (IP SAN) |
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Power Management |
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Access Rights Management |
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Domain Authentication |
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myQNAPcloud |
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Qsync |
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Resource Monitor |
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Helpdesk |
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Web Administration |
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File Server |
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FTP Server |
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File Station |
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Qfiling |
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Transcode Management |
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Hybrid Backup Sync |
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Photo Station |
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Music Station |
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iTunes Server |
Audio and video sharing for Windows & Mac iTunes |
Video Station |
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Virtualization Station |
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Container Station |
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Qsirch |
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Surveillance Station |
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QVPN Service |
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DLNA Server |
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Q’center (NAS CMS) |
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OceanKTV |
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Qfinder Pro |
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App Center |
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AirPlay & Chromecast |
Note: You must install the Media Streaming add-on app from the QTS App Center. |
Download Station |
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Notes Station 3 |
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HD (HybridDesk) Station 3.13 |
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Linux Station |
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Qcontactz |
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IFTTT Agent |
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General Notes |
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SKU | TVS-473e-4G |
Barcode # | 761345944892 |
Brand | QNAP |
Shipping Weight | 5.0000kg |
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