This is said to be the first QTS-Linux dual system NAS geared for the Internet of Things era.

This is something I feel QNAP is doing much better than any of its competitors.

All up, the 4GB TS-853A is currently selling for$965in diskless form on Newegg.

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Like all good NAS devices, the TS-x53A series allows drives to be hot-swapped during operation.

The use of individual, detachable 3.5-inch hard drive trays makes adding or removing storage capacity a breeze.

Around back the models do vary, so let me break it down for you.

The two-bay TS-253A features two Gigabit Ethernet ports and a small 70mm cooling fan.

Cooling the TS-853A are a pair of 120mm fans which seem to work well.