# NAS QNAP TS-H973AX Tower Ryzen Embedded V1500B 8 GB DDR4 0 TB QuTS hero Black

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**Data updated:** 2025-12-07 11:46 (EET)
**Category:** NAS Devices & Storage
**Manufacturer:** QNAP
**Manufacturer code:** TS-h973AX-8G
**EAN:** 4713213518649
**Warranty:** 2 Years
**Availability:** Available for order
**Price:** 1 391.99 €
**Prices and availability valid until:** 2026-07-30 23:59
**Price without VAT (21%):** 1 150.40 EUR
**Can be purchased by legal entities:** Yes (invoice)
**Buy:** https://aio.lv/en/product--qnap-ts-h973ax-8g--3950654

## Delivery options

| Delivery method | Delivery time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Office pickup (2b. Kengaraga str., Riga, Latvia, LV-1063) | 14.07.2026 | free |
| Pickup points | 17.07.2026 | 1.89 EUR |
| Courier delivery to door | 17.07.2026 | 4.99 EUR |

## Summary description

The QNAP TS-H973AX is a powerful NAS tower designed for small and medium businesses. It features a Ryzen Embedded V1500B processor with a frequency of 2.2 GHz and 8 GB of DDR4 memory, ensuring efficient performance for data management. With QuTS hero OS, it offers advanced data protection and management capabilities. The device has a total installed storage capacity of 0 TB, allowing for flexible storage expansion options to meet your business needs.

## Long description

The TS-h973AX is a 9-bay QuTS hero NAS designed for business use, powered by an AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 series V1500B quad-core processor and supporting up to 10GbE/2.5GbE networking. It combines five 3.5" SATA 6Gbps drive bays, two 2.5" U.2 NVMe/SATA-compatible slots and two 2.5" SATA SSD slots to create a high-capacity hybrid storage system. The ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system provides data integrity features, inline data reduction, multi-level caching and enterprise-class backup and virtualization support.
Advantages
The TS-h973AX offers optimized SSD performance and extended lifespan through dedicated U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 or SATA SSD slots for cache acceleration and low-latency I/O. Built-in 10GBASE-T and 2.5GbE ports enable faster file transfers, virtualization and backup tasks. QuTS hero delivers ZFS-based data protection including self-healing, snapshots, RAID Z, inline deduplication and compression to maximize storage efficiency. The NAS supports virtualization, container hosting, cloud storage gateway functions and flexible expansion via USB TR-series enclosures, while AES-NI and ECC memory support (up to 64 GB) provide secure and reliable operation for demanding workloads.
Key specifications
 Processor: AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 series V1500B, 4-core/8-thread, 2.2 GHz
 Bays: 9 total — five 3.5" SATA 6Gbps bays, four 2.5" SSD slots (Slots 1 & 2 support U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 or SATA)
 Memory: Up to 64 GB DDR4 (ECC supported)
 Network: 1 x 10GBASE-T Multi-Gig port, 2 x 2.5GbE RJ45 ports; supports Port Trunking and Failover
 Storage features: ZFS-based QuTS hero, inline deduplication, compression, compaction, snapshots, Real-time SnapSync
 SSD features: SSD cache acceleration, write coalescing, pool over-provisioning, QNAP SSD Antiwear Leveling (QSAL)
 Expansion: USB TR-series expansion enclosures (JBOD) supported
 Virtualization: Virtualization Station, Container Station, Network & Virtual Switch
 Backup & recovery: SaaS/cloud backup (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365), Hyper Data Protector for VMware/Hyper-V
 Operating system: QuTS hero (ZFS-based)
How to use
Install drives into the appropriate bays according to performance needs: use U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 SSDs or SATA SSDs in Slots 1 and 2 for cache acceleration or low-latency workloads, and populate the 3.5" bays for high-capacity storage. Configure QuTS hero via the Storage & Snapshots Manager to set up pools, enable SSD cache, inline deduplication and snapshots. Connect the NAS to your network using the 10GBASE-T and 2.5GbE ports; configure port trunking or failover as needed. Deploy Virtualization Station or Container Station to run VMs and containers, and use HybridMount or cloud backup apps to integrate cloud storage. For expansion, attach TR-series USB enclosures and manage them in the Storage & Snapshots Manager.
Recommendations
For latency-sensitive or IOPS-heavy applications, install U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 SSDs in Slots 1 and 2 or use QNAP QDA adapters with M.2 NVMe SSDs to maximize PCIe bandwidth while balancing cost. Enable SSD cache acceleration, write coalescing and pool over-provisioning to improve sustained write performance and prolong SSD lifespan. Regularly configure snapshots and replicate them with SnapSync or Snapshot Replica to reduce RPO and simplify recovery.

## Specifications

### Storage

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| RAID levels | 6, 1, 50, JBOD, 5, 60, 10 |
| Supported file systems | FAT32, HFS+, NTFS, ZFS, exFAT, ext3, ext4 |
| RAID support | Yes |
| Number of storage drives supported | 9 |
| Storage drive sizes supported | 2.5, 3.5 |
| Storage drives installed | No |
| Installed storage drive type | No |
| Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
| Hot-swap drive bays | Yes |
| Storage drive capacity | 0 GB |
| Supported storage drive interfaces | Serial ATA II, Serial ATA III, U.2 |
| Online RAID expansion | Yes |
| Disk roaming | Yes |
| RAID rebuild | Yes |
| Total installed storage capacity | 0 TB |

### Ports & interfaces

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 3 |
| Concurrent connections | 2000 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB port | Yes |

### Network

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported network protocols | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
| Link aggregation | Yes |
| Jumbo frames support | Yes |
| DHCP client | Yes |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 100, 1000, 2500, 5000, 10000 |
| iSCSI support | Yes |
| Load balancing system | Yes |
| Copper ethernet cabling technology | 10GBASE-T |
| Dynamic DNS (DDNS) | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rate supported (max) | 10000 |

### Processor

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor model | V1500B |
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor family | Ryzen Embedded |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| Processor frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 Series |

### Memory

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal memory type | DDR4 |
| Flash memory | 5000 MB |
| Memory slots | 2 |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Maximum RAM supported | 32 GB |
| Internal memory | 8 GB |

### Power

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (typical) | 55.41 W |
| Number of power supply units | 1 |
| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 |
| Power supply location | External |
| Fan voltage | 12 V |
| Power supply unit (PSU) capacity | 120 W |
| Power consumption (HDD standby) | 41.2 W |

### Operational conditions

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 70 |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 |

### Design

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis type | Tower |
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
| LED indicators | HDD, LAN, Power, SSD, Status, USB |
| Product colour | Black |
| Number of fans | 1 fan(s) |
| Cooling type | Active |
| Fan diameter | 140 mm |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Drive bay locking | Yes |

### Performance

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | NAS |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES, HTTPS, SSH |
| Browser supported | Apple Safari, Google Chrome, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox |
| Noise level | 22.9 dB |
| Buzzer | Yes |
| Snapshot | Yes |
| Access Control List (ACL) | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| Multilingual support | Yes |
| On/off switch | Yes |
| S.M.A.R.T. support | Yes |
| Device class | Small & Medium Business |
| Backup function | Yes |
| Backup features | Cloud, iSCSI LUN |
| Built-in FTP server | Yes |
| System log | Yes |
| Hot spare | Yes |
| Password authentication | Yes |
| Disk scan | Yes |
| Share folder | AFP, CIFS/SMB, FTP, WebDAV |
| Third-party support | Yes |
| USB copy function | Yes |

### Weight & dimensions

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 3.52 kg |
| Package weight | 5120 g |
| Height | 182.65 mm |
| Width | 224.6 mm |
| Depth | 224.1 mm |

### Software

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating system installed | QuTS hero |
| Operating system version | h5.0.0 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur |
| Linux operating systems supported | CentOS 7.0, SuSE Linux 12.0, SuSE Linux 12.3, SuSE Linux 15, Ubuntu 14.04, Ubuntu 14.10, Ubuntu 15.04, Ubuntu 15.10, Ubuntu 16.04, Ubuntu 16.10, Ubuntu 17.10, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, Ubuntu 20.04 LTS |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 |
| Other operating systems supported | IBM AIX 7.1, IBM AIX 7.2, Solaris 10, Solaris 11 |

### Packaging content

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Cables included | AC, LAN (RJ-45) |
| External power adapter | Yes |
| Quick installation guide | Yes |
| Number of screws | 56 |
| Power cables quantity | 1 |
| Drive tray key included | Yes |

### Logistics data

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84714100 |

## FAQ

### How much does the NAS QNAP TS-H973AX cost, and is it available for purchase?

The price is 1,391.99 € (valid at the time of publication and already includes all taxes). The item is available for order — 11 pcs. are in stock, and you can place your purchase right now with delivery across Latvia and Europe or choose pickup at the Riga collection point. We offer favorable purchase terms, including the option to split the payment into convenient monthly installments. Availability and price are updated in real time, so we recommend placing your order in advance.

### If I order this product today, when will I receive my order?

If you place your order today, delivery will be as fast and convenient as possible. You will be able to pick up your order on 14.07.2026 at the Riga pickup point or choose delivery across Latvia and Europe. We carefully inspect every purchase and pack it securely for safe transportation.

### What payment options are available?

AiO.lv offers several payment methods: Bank transfer, Bank cards on-line, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Installment, Leasing for legal entities. All transactions are 100% secure and encrypted.

### Can NAS QNAP TS-H973AX be purchased with a lease?

Yes, the purchase is available both on credit and with an interest-free installment plan. Learn more about installments and credit options: https://aio.lv/en/payment#b3

### Can this product be purchased for a company (with VAT)?

Yes. AiO.lv works with legal entities in Latvia and across Europe. The product price already includes VAT. For certain product categories, as well as for companies from other EU countries with a valid VAT number, a 0% VAT rate may apply. We issue the invoice immediately after the order is placed, support electronic BIS invoices, and automatically generate all necessary accounting documents. You can complete the purchase for a company online — simply select the company profile and choose bank transfer as the payment method during checkout.

### What is the warranty period?

All QNAP products come with an official 2 Years warranty. It covers all manufacturing defects and malfunctions that may occur during use. The warranty is valid at all authorized QNAP service centers and through AiO.lv

### Can the product be returned after purchase?

Yes, you can return the product within 14 days of purchase if you bought it as a consumer (not a legal entity). Returns are possible without giving any reason — the main condition is that the product retains its original appearance and full set of accessories. We will make the process as simple and convenient as possible: just contact our customer support team, and we will help you arrange the return.

### Where should I contact for warranty service?

For warranty-related questions you can contact the AiO.lv (SIA VSPRO) customer support team. More information about warranty service: https://aio.lv/en/warranty

### How can I tell if this product suits my needs?

When making a choice, we recommend paying attention to the key features: number of storage drives installed, number of storage drives supported, storage drives installed, raid support, installed storage drive type, supported storage drive types, ethernet lan, chassis type, weight, product colour, compatibility with your devices or usage conditions, material quality, functionality, and warranty terms. These characteristics will help you determine how well the model meets your needs.

### Where can I download the instructions for NAS QNAP TS-H973AX?

You can download the instructions in PDF format from the “Instructions” section on the product description page. The file contains complete information about installation, setup, and usage.

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