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Asustor AS6508T
The Asustor AS6508T is a 8-bay desktop NAS built around the Intel Atom C3538 processor. Installed memory is 8 GB, expandable to 64 GB. Networking is 2 x 10GbE, 2 x 2.5GbE. It also has 2 x M.2 2280 NVMe (PCIe 3.0 x2) for SSD cache or fast storage. With expansion units it grows to 16 drive bays.
- Drive bays
- 8
- Processor
- Intel Atom C3538
- Memory
- 8 GB
- Network
- 10GbE
Who it suits
Eight bays allow RAID 6 with plenty of usable space, or separate fast and bulk storage pools. A common choice for 25 to 100 users.
Asustor AS6508T specifications
| Processor | Intel Atom C3538, 4-core, 2.1 GHz |
|---|---|
| Memory installed | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) |
| Drive bays | 8 x 3.5" SATA HDD or 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD |
| M.2 slots | 2 x M.2 2280 NVMe (PCIe 3.0 x2) |
| Maximum bays with expansion | 16 |
| Network ports | 2 x 10GbE, 2 x 2.5GbE |
| USB ports | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Expansion slots | none |
| HDMI | none |
| Form factor | Desktop |
| Size (H × W × D) | 215.5 x 293 x 230 mm |
| Weight | 6.2 kg |
| Power consumption | 66.9 W operation / 37.2 W disk hibernation |
| Noise level | 22 dB |
| Power supply | 250 W |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Specifications from Asustor's published data, checked October 2026. See the AS6508T on Asustor's website. Confirm details before ordering.
Usable capacity by RAID level
How much space the AS6508T gives with typical drive sizes.
| RAID level | 8 × 4 TB | 8 × 8 TB | 8 × 12 TB | 8 × 16 TB | 8 × 20 TB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAID 5 | 28 TB | 56 TB | 84 TB | 112 TB | 140 TB |
| RAID 6 | 24 TB | 48 TB | 72 TB | 96 TB | 120 TB |
| RAID 10 | 16 TB | 32 TB | 48 TB | 64 TB | 80 TB |
Space is shown before formatting; expect about 10% less in use. Larger systems are often split into more than one RAID group.
What we do with it
- Storage
NAS supply and installation
A right-sized Synology, QNAP or Asustor unit with the drives, RAID level and network setup your office needs.
- Backup
Automatic backup setup
Scheduled backups of PCs, servers and shared folders to the NAS, with an off-site copy, so nobody has to remember to do it.
- Versions
Ransomware protection for NAS
Point-in-time snapshots and protected copies that let you roll a folder back to how it was before an attack or a mistake.
- Move
Data migration
We move your files, users and permissions from old servers, external drives or an ageing NAS.
Questions about the AS6508T
How much usable storage does the AS6508T give?
It depends on the drives and the RAID level. With 8 × 8 TB drives in RAID 5 you get about 56 TB before formatting. The capacity table on this page shows other combinations.
Can the AS6508T be expanded?
Yes. With Asustor expansion units it supports up to 16 drive bays in total.
Can the memory in the AS6508T be upgraded?
Yes. It ships with 8 GB and Asustor lists a maximum of 64 GB.
Does the AS6508T have 10GbE?
Yes. Its network ports are 2 x 10GbE, 2 x 2.5GbE.
What warranty does the AS6508T have?
Asustor lists a hardware warranty of 3 years for this model.
Do you supply the AS6508T with drives and installation?
Yes. We supply it with compatible drives fitted, configured and tested, and can install it at your office. Ask for a quote on this page.
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