QNAP TS-233 (2021)

An entry-level 2-bay ARM NAS built for simple home backup and media storage. Networking is a single Gigabit Ethernet port: there is no 2.5GbE and no HDMI on this model, though a USB-to-5GbE adapter can be added. For storage and accessories it offers one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port at 5 Gbps plus two slower USB 2.0 Type-A ports. A standard Cat 5e/6 Ethernet cable and a USB 3.0 backup drive cover everyday use.

QNAP’s budget 2-bay NAS with a single Gigabit Ethernet port, one USB 3.2 Gen 1, and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports.

Device Information

Manufacturer
QNAP
Release Year
2021
Model Number
TS-233
Category
NAS

Available Ports

Connector Quantity Label Notes
RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet) 1 LAN (rear) Single 1GbE; optional USB-to-5GbE adapter
USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (rear) 5 Gbps
USB Type-A (USB 2.0) 2 USB 2.0 (rear) 480 Mbps; accessories

Notes & Compatibility

Single 1GbE port (no 2.5GbE); an optional QNA-UC5GT1T USB-to-5GbE adapter can add faster networking. No HDMI output on this ARM model. External brick PSU and drive bays are not modeled.

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