QNAP QM2-2P410G1T Dual M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe SSD & 10GbE Expansion Card

Overview

The QNAP QM2-2P410G1T is an expansion card designed to enhance both storage speed and network connectivity for your QNAP NAS or PC. It features two PCIe Gen4 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots that enable fast storage expansion or caching, significantly improving data access times. Additionally, it includes a 10GbE multi-gigabit port that supports speeds from 100M up to 10G, allowing for flexible and high-speed network connections suitable for demanding tasks like video editing, virtualization, and large file transfers.

With a quiet cooling module equipped with a smart fan and real-time thermal monitoring, this card maintains optimal operating temperatures to ensure reliable performance. Its tool-less installation process makes upgrading straightforward, and compatibility with Windows, Linux, and select QNAP NAS systems adds to its versatility.

Key features

• Dual PCIe Gen4 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots provide fast storage expansion and caching to accelerate system responsiveness.
• 10GbE multi-gigabit port supports a wide range of network speeds (10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G, and 100M) for flexible connectivity options.
• PCIe 4.0 x8 interface delivers high bandwidth to maximize data transfer rates and overall performance.
• LED indicators and thermal sensors offer easy monitoring of the card’s status and temperature.
• Quiet cooling module with a smart fan helps maintain stable temperatures without adding noise.
• Compatible with Windows, Linux, and select QNAP NAS systems, making it suitable for various setups.

Key specs

• Storage interface: Dual PCIe Gen4 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots
• Network port: 10GbE multi-gigabit supporting 10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G, and 100M speeds
• PCIe interface: PCIe 4.0 x8
• Cooling: Quiet cooling module with smart fan and thermal sensors
• Compatibility: Windows, Linux, select QNAP NAS systems

Connectivity and compatibility

This expansion card integrates seamlessly into systems that support PCIe 4.0 x8 slots, providing both high-speed storage and network upgrades in a single solution. The 10GbE port’s multi-gigabit capability ensures compatibility with a variety of network infrastructures, from standard gigabit to 10-gigabit environments. It works well with Windows and Linux operating systems, as well as select QNAP NAS models, making it a flexible choice for users who want to enhance their existing hardware without extensive changes.

Installation and setup

Installation is designed to be user-friendly with a tool-less process that allows quick and secure mounting of the card into your system. The card’s smart fan and thermal sensors automatically manage cooling, reducing the need for manual adjustments. LED indicators provide clear visual feedback on the card’s operational status, helping you monitor performance and troubleshoot if necessary.

Ideal uses and environments

The QM2-2P410G1T is well suited to users who require faster storage access and improved network speeds without replacing their entire system. It fits well in home media servers, small business networks, and workstations that handle intensive tasks such as video editing, virtualization, or large data transfers. Its combination of fast NVMe SSD slots and a versatile 10GbE port makes it a strong choice for setups that demand both storage and network performance enhancements.