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QNAP TS-253E
The QNAP TS-253E is a 2-bay desktop NAS built around the Intel Celeron J6412 processor. Installed memory is 8 GB DDR4 SODIMM, expandable to 16 GB. Networking is 2 x 2.5GbE. It also has 2 x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x2 for SSD cache or fast storage.
- Drive bays
- 2
- Processor
- Intel Celeron J6412
- Memory
- 8 GB DDR4 SODIMM
- Network
- 2.5GbE
Who it suits
One or two bays suit a home office or a team of up to about five people. With two drives in RAID 1, one drive can fail without losing data.
QNAP TS-253E specifications
| Processor | Intel Celeron J6412, 4-core, burst up to 2.6 GHz |
|---|---|
| Memory installed | 8 GB DDR4 SODIMM |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
| Drive bays | 2 x 3.5" SATA 6Gb/s |
| M.2 slots | 2 x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x2 |
| Network ports | 2 x 2.5GbE |
| USB ports | 2 x USB 2.0, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A |
| Expansion slots | none |
| HDMI | 2 x HDMI 1.4b (4K 30Hz) |
| Form factor | Desktop |
| Size (H × W × D) | 165 x 102 x 220.6 mm |
| Weight | 2.57 kg |
| Power consumption | 24.238 W operation / 20.943 W disk standby |
| Power supply | 65 W adapter |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Versions sold | TS-253E-8G (8 GB) |
Specifications from QNAP's published data, checked October 2026. See the TS-253E on QNAP's website. Confirm details before ordering.
Usable capacity by RAID level
How much space the TS-253E gives with typical drive sizes.
| RAID level | 2 × 4 TB | 2 × 8 TB | 2 × 12 TB | 2 × 16 TB | 2 × 20 TB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAID 1 | 4 TB | 8 TB | 12 TB | 16 TB | 20 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 TS-253E
How much usable storage does the TS-253E give?
It depends on the drives and the RAID level. With 2 × 8 TB drives in RAID 1 you get about 8 TB before formatting. The capacity table on this page shows other combinations.
Can the memory in the TS-253E be upgraded?
Yes. It ships with 8 GB DDR4 SODIMM and QNAP lists a maximum of 16 GB.
Does the TS-253E have 10GbE?
No. Its network ports are 2 x 2.5GbE.
What warranty does the TS-253E have?
QNAP lists a hardware warranty of 3 years for this model.
Do you supply the TS-253E 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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