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product_id: 567707086
title: "QNAP TVS-h1688X-W1250-32G High-speed media NAS with Intel Xeon W-1250 CPU and Two Ports"
brand: "qnap"
price: "€ 928.28"
currency: EUR
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# 6-core Xeon 3.3-4.7GHz 2x10GbE + 4x2.5GbE ports 18 hot-swappable bays QNAP TVS-h1688X-W1250-32G High-speed media NAS with Intel Xeon W-1250 CPU and Two Ports

**Brand:** qnap
**Price:** € 928.28
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your media server game with Xeon-powered speed and enterprise-grade reliability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** QNAP TVS-h1688X-W1250-32G High-speed media NAS with Intel Xeon W-1250 CPU and Two Ports by qnap
- **How much does it cost?** € 928.28 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- qnap enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted qnap brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **ZFS-based QuTS hero OS:** Enterprise-grade data integrity with inline deduplication, compression, near-limitless snapshots, and real-time SnapSync.
- • **Massive Expandable Storage:** Supports up to 18 hot-swappable SATA drives, perfect for scaling your media and data needs without downtime.
- • **Powerhouse Xeon Performance:** Intel Xeon W-1250 delivers blazing 6-core speeds up to 4.7 GHz for seamless multitasking and virtualization.
- • **Next-Gen Network Connectivity:** Dual 10GbE and quad 2.5GbE ports with port trunking ensure ultra-fast, reliable data transfer and failover protection.
- • **Seamless Mac & Windows Integration:** Thunderbolt 3 expansion ready for high-speed media workflows, plus native support for Time Machine and cross-platform file sharing.

## Overview

The QNAP TVS-h1688X-W1250-32G is a high-performance media NAS featuring an Intel Xeon W-1250 6-core processor, 32GB DDR4 ECC memory (expandable to 128GB), and 18 hot-swappable SATA drive bays. It offers advanced networking with dual 10GbE and quad 2.5GbE ports, supports Thunderbolt 3 expansion, and runs the ZFS-based QuTS hero OS for robust data protection and efficient storage management. Ideal for professional creative workflows, virtualization, and reliable multi-user file sharing across Mac and Windows environments.

## Description

The high-capacity TVS-h1688X features a powerful Intel Xeon W processor and allows for installing two QNAP QXP-T32P Thunderbolt 3 PCIe expansion cards (sold separately) to attain four Thunderbolt 3 ports, making it a perfect match for Thunderbolt-equipped Mac and Windows users for high-speed media collaboration. The built-in 10GbE and 2.5GbE connectivity supports Port Trunking and failover to further satisfy bandwidth and reliability demanding business applications. Running the ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system, the TVS-h1688X supports block-level inline data deduplication and compression, near-limitless snapshots, real-time SnapSync, and read/write cache technologies, helping your business achieve reliable service-level agreement performance, from creative workflows to file server, virtualization server, and efficient file backup and recovery applications.

Review: I had a 2012 Mac Mini Server. It's been very good but lately it's had a few errors. I ran a Win XP virtual machine in Virtualbox and guess what - it transferred over to the Qnap! It took a little bit of effort and changes in XP before transferring but super fast now. I knew the time was coming and initially I had bought an M1 MacMini to do the job, but I had too many permissions problems with Dropbox users vs local user files. This has eliminated the problems. I started researching and found the QNAP TVS-h1688X-W1250-32G. I was concerned because we are in a MacOS print/design/video editing office and the last thing i need is Mac users upset because something doesn't work right. Apple has completely stripped their Server app to nothing, and users and groups are an absolute mess. Apple claims they simplified it, but in reality they just removed access to what administrators need to keep their users working. This runs Qnap Hero OS, a Linux kernel OS, which may scare you, but don't be. It's not hard. You have a lot of options and "it just works." Which is more than I can say for Apple's current file serving apps. With having a Xeon processor and 6 NIC - 2.5gb or 10gb, I was certain this could take over for the old server. Anyhow, this is a beast. it holds 18 drives internally. I have all but 4 filled up now. The drives are hot-swappable. I have inserted and removed drives while running and no hickups. I maxed out the memory to 128. there are four slots and the most you can have is 32 in each. Don't try 2 -64's because it won't work. Ask me how i know. What can this do? File sharing, media streaming - movies, music (have not tested); Multiple VM's simultaneously and can be assigned their own NIC. Cloud file sharing (like dropbox or google drive), FTP server, email, web, etc. It is literally a full blown server that you can access anywhere. You can link multiples of these servers together and control them all from one console. You can also connect your printer/scanners to this machine (Ricoh/Lanear through FTP). I had no idea that you could access the desktop right from a browser - or the VM's for that matter - yet it all works with no issues. The QNAP TVS-h1688X-W1250-32G will show you exactly what bays are filled right from your browser, what drives are in them, health, temp, status, etc. Create, modify pools, shares, and more all while having users connected. The apps are very easy to install also and most of the time Qnap will recommend for you what you need when you search in your browser viewer. Here is what is neat about this setup - the Macs understand it just fine fine - Use Time Machine, Tags, and more. Users and groups connecting to shares is much more reliable and easy to understand compared to the mess Apple left. I highly recommend this device, especially after being hesitant about not getting something too complicated.
Review: This is an awesome machine. Still getting it setup; but already am able to connect with my network on 2.5gbe and my 10gbe cable for video editing. There is a learning curve with all the features; however, I am already making great headway with it installing my 4K video editing files and digital music files.

## Features

- Intel Xeon W-1250 6-core 3.3 GHz processor (boost up to 4.7 GHz)
- Intel UHD Graphics P630
- 32GB ECC UDIMM DDR4 (MAX 128GB)
- 4 x Long-DIMM DDR4
- 12 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s (Diskless)
- 4 x 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s (DIskless)
- 4 x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port (2.5G/1G/100M)
- 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Port
- 2 x Type-C + 4 x Type-A
- 1 x HDMI Port

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08LD17N2P |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Brand | QNAP |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (26) |
| Date First Available | 3 Mar. 2023 |
| Graphics Card Interface | Integrated |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Hard Drive Interface | Thunderbolt |
| Item Weight | 13.4 kg |
| Item model number | QNAP |
| Manufacturer | QNAP |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 32 GB |
| Memory Technology | DDR4 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 48.26 x 48.26 x 43.18 cm; 13.41 kg |
| RAM Size | 32 GB |
| Series | Quad Core Xeon |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** QNAP
- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible devices:** CPU, Server
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Size:** Standard

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***S on 19 November 2023*

I had a 2012 Mac Mini Server. It's been very good but lately it's had a few errors. I ran a Win XP virtual machine in Virtualbox and guess what - it transferred over to the Qnap! It took a little bit of effort and changes in XP before transferring but super fast now. I knew the time was coming and initially I had bought an M1 MacMini to do the job, but I had too many permissions problems with Dropbox users vs local user files. This has eliminated the problems. I started researching and found the QNAP TVS-h1688X-W1250-32G. I was concerned because we are in a MacOS print/design/video editing office and the last thing i need is Mac users upset because something doesn't work right. Apple has completely stripped their Server app to nothing, and users and groups are an absolute mess. Apple claims they simplified it, but in reality they just removed access to what administrators need to keep their users working. This runs Qnap Hero OS, a Linux kernel OS, which may scare you, but don't be. It's not hard. You have a lot of options and "it just works." Which is more than I can say for Apple's current file serving apps. With having a Xeon processor and 6 NIC - 2.5gb or 10gb, I was certain this could take over for the old server. Anyhow, this is a beast. it holds 18 drives internally. I have all but 4 filled up now. The drives are hot-swappable. I have inserted and removed drives while running and no hickups. I maxed out the memory to 128. there are four slots and the most you can have is 32 in each. Don't try 2 -64's because it won't work. Ask me how i know. What can this do? File sharing, media streaming - movies, music (have not tested); Multiple VM's simultaneously and can be assigned their own NIC. Cloud file sharing (like dropbox or google drive), FTP server, email, web, etc. It is literally a full blown server that you can access anywhere. You can link multiples of these servers together and control them all from one console. You can also connect your printer/scanners to this machine (Ricoh/Lanear through FTP). I had no idea that you could access the desktop right from a browser - or the VM's for that matter - yet it all works with no issues. The QNAP TVS-h1688X-W1250-32G will show you exactly what bays are filled right from your browser, what drives are in them, health, temp, status, etc. Create, modify pools, shares, and more all while having users connected. The apps are very easy to install also and most of the time Qnap will recommend for you what you need when you search in your browser viewer. Here is what is neat about this setup - the Macs understand it just fine fine - Use Time Machine, Tags, and more. Users and groups connecting to shares is much more reliable and easy to understand compared to the mess Apple left. I highly recommend this device, especially after being hesitant about not getting something too complicated.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***T on 28 April 2025*

This is an awesome machine. Still getting it setup; but already am able to connect with my network on 2.5gbe and my 10gbe cable for video editing. There is a learning curve with all the features; however, I am already making great headway with it installing my 4K video editing files and digital music files.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***S on 2 November 2024*

Have used QNAP products for years. Always works great. Some features have a steep learning curve but its worth the time and effort to get everything set up the way you want. This Server is a BEAST. Im running several VM's and databases, as well as a plex/emby server. Has no problems with multiple users.

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