QNAP TS-H987XU-RP 9-Bay Hybrid NAS

9-Bay Hybrid HDD/SSD NAS, Xeon® E-2334 4C 8T, 16GB RAM (maximum 128GB), 5x PCIe / SATA 2.5" SSD + 4x 3.5" SATA HDD, 2x 2.5GbE + 2x 10GbE SFP28, 4x USB 3.2 44 × 430 × 479 mm 1U Rack Mount Find compatible SSD drives here: https://www.qnap.com/en/compatibility/

Specifications

QNAP TS-H987XU-RP 9-Bay Hybrid NAS

1. Description

The QNAP TS-H987XU-RP 9-Bay Hybrid NAS is an enterprise-class, rack-mountable network-attached storage system designed to meet the needs of data-intensive organisations in New Zealand. Its hybrid architecture – supporting both HDDs and SSDs – delivers the perfect balance of capacity, performance, and cost-efficiency, making it ideal for businesses that demand fast, reliable, and scalable storage solutions.

Built on the QuTS hero operating system, the TS-H987XU-RP integrates ZFS-based file system technology for end-to-end data integrity, inline deduplication, advanced compression, and block-level snapshots. This ensures exceptional data protection and storage optimisation, which is especially critical for industries handling sensitive and large volumes of data such as healthcare, finance, government agencies, creative production houses, and research institutions across NZ.

At its core, the NAS is powered by Intel® Xeon® processors paired with DDR4 ECC memory to ensure server-grade reliability and high-speed multitasking. Its hybrid configuration supports both 3.5-inch HDDs for mass storage and 2.5-inch SSDs for cache acceleration, allowing NZ businesses to maximise performance while optimising storage costs.

The TS-H987XU-RP is equipped with dual redundant power supplies, high-bandwidth 10GbE and 25GbE networking options, and support for PCIe expansion cards, delivering enterprise-grade resilience, lightning-fast data throughput, and flexible scalability to meet the evolving storage demands of modern organisations.

2. Key Points

a) Hybrid Storage Design

• 9-Bay configuration supports a mix of HDDs for high-capacity storage and SSDs for cache acceleration or performance-critical workloads.
  
• Allows NZ businesses to optimise infrastructure for cost-efficient yet high-performance data management.
  
• Flexible storage tiers ensure that data can be placed on the most suitable media for performance and budget.
  

b) QuTS hero with ZFS Reliability

• Built on the robust ZFS file system, providing self-healing data integrity and data consistency verification.
  
• Inline data deduplication and compression reduce storage overhead and extend the lifespan of SSDs.
  
• Block-level snapshots enable fast recovery against ransomware attacks or accidental deletions.
  

c) Enterprise-Grade Performance

• Driven by Intel® Xeon® processors and DDR4 ECC memory for dependable computing power.
  
• Provides high-speed data access for demanding workloads such as virtualisation, media editing, and database operations.
  
• Enhanced by SSD cache technology to accelerate random I/O performance for frequently accessed files.
  

d) High-Bandwidth Networking

• Equipped with dual-port 10GbE SFP+, with optional 25GbE/40GbE adapters via PCIe expansion.
  
• Supports RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) to reduce CPU overhead and enhance real-time data transmission efficiency.
  
• Perfect for NZ enterprises running large-scale collaboration platforms, VM hosts, or high-resolution video workflows.
  

e) Redundancy & Business Continuity

• Dual redundant power supplies (RP) minimise downtime risk in the event of hardware failure.
  
• Supports RAID Z1/Z2/Z3 and triple-parity configurations, ensuring maximum data protection and business continuity.
  
• Compatible with cloud tiering and remote replication for disaster-recovery strategies tailored to NZ business regulations and needs.
  

f) Scalable Architecture

• Easily expandable with QNAP JBOD enclosures to meet growing data storage requirements.
  
• Hybrid design future-proofs infrastructure as NZ companies transition to more data-driven operations.
  
• Offers cloud-integrated storage tiers, enabling seamless hybrid-cloud deployments.
  

3. Benefits

Flexibility to Match Diverse NZ Business Needs

The hybrid approach of the TS-H987XU-RP allows organisations to combine cost-effective HDD storage with the high-performance capabilities of SSDs, providing an adaptable solution that aligns with business priorities and budget constraints.

Enterprise-Level Performance for Critical Workloads

From financial analytics platforms to post-production studios, the combination of Intel® Xeon® compute power, fast networking, and SSD caching ensures smooth handling of I/O-intensive applications.

Robust Data Protection and Compliance

With ZFS-based self-healing, snapshot recovery, and encryption options, NZ businesses can confidently maintain compliance with strict data protection standards while safeguarding sensitive client and operational information.

Scalable Investment for Future Growth

The NAS grows alongside your organisation: easily add more storage capacity or integrate cloud tiers to adapt to future demands without disruptive migrations.

Reliable Business Continuity

Redundant components, RAID protection, and support for remote replication give NZ businesses peace of mind that operations remain resilient even in the face of unforeseen events.

Optimised TCO (Total Cost of Ownership)

By intelligently combining SSD and HDD storage, the TS-H987XU-RP reduces overall infrastructure costs while maintaining high performance and extending device lifespan.

4. Why You Should Choose This

Perfect for Data-Driven NZ Organisations

Whether your organisation operates in healthcare, education, finance, creative industries, or research, this hybrid NAS delivers the balance of performance, scalability, and affordability that is crucial for growth in NZ’s competitive markets.

Built on Proven, Trusted Technology

QNAP’s reputation for reliability and innovation makes it a trusted brand across NZ enterprises. Combined with local warranty support and service partners, it ensures smoother operations and faster issue resolution.

Seamless Hybrid-Cloud Integration

NZ businesses increasingly leverage cloud-based workflows. The TS-H987XU-RP supports tiered storage strategies, allowing frequently accessed data to remain on-premises for speed while archiving infrequently accessed data to the cloud for cost-efficiency.

Security and Compliance Focus

In a world of escalating cyberthreats and stringent data regulations, this NAS offers AES-256 encryption, role-based access control (RBAC), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and immutable snapshots, keeping your data secure.