5 Ways to Expand Storage on the QNAP TS-h886

PCIe expansion cards Add internal upgrades like 10GbE network cards, NVMe SSDs, or SATA controllers through the available PCIe slots.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 external enclosures Connect JBOD enclosures or external storage units via USB 3.2 Gen 2 for additional capacity without opening the chassis.

Multiple PCIe slot options The TS-h886 has more PCIe slots than most QNAP models, giving you flexibility to mix network, storage, and other expansion cards.

External storage units Use USB 3.2 Gen 2 to attach QNAP or third-party external storage arrays for scalable, high-speed expansion.

Hybrid internal and external expansion Combine PCIe cards and USB connections simultaneously to maximize total storage and connectivity.