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| Product Type | Rackmount Network Attached Storage (NAS) |
| Number of Drive Bays | 16 |
| Drive Compatibility | 2.5/3.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD, hot-swappable |
| Form Factor | 3U Rackmount |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 482.6 x 600 x 132 mm (19.0 x 23.6 x 5.2 in) |
| Weight (without drives) | 20 kg (44 lbs) |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant 800W hot-swappable PSU |
| Supported RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, JBOD |
| Main Functions | File sharing, iSCSI target, backup server, media streaming, virtualization storage, cloud sync |
| Network Interfaces | 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), optional 10GbE upgrade |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | Up to 256 TB (with 16TB drives) |
| Maintenance & Cleaning | Regularly clean dust from front and rear vents; check system logs for fan status |
| Safety | Operate in well-ventilated area; do not disable safety interlocks; use only approved power cords |
| Spare Parts & Repairability | Hot-swappable drives, fans, and power supplies; user-replaceable components |
| Software Included | ThecusOS 7.0 (or later) |
| Warranty | 3-year limited hardware warranty |
| Package Contents | NAS unit, power cords, screws for drives, quick installation guide, CD/DVD (manual) |
| Environmental Conditions | Operating temperature: 0-40°C; humidity: 20-80% non-condensing |
Frequently Asked Questions - Thecus D16000 Origin Storage
How do I install hard drives in the Thecus D16000?
Power off the unit, unlock and pull out each drive tray, install the drive (2.5/3.5-inch SATA) using screws, then reinsert and lock the tray. The drives are hot-swappable, but it's safer to power off when installing multiple drives.
What is the maximum capacity supported?
The Thecus D16000 supports up to 16 SATA drives. With current 16TB drives, the maximum raw capacity is 256 TB. Actual usable capacity depends on RAID configuration.
How do I set up RAID on this NAS?
Access the web interface (ThecusOS), go to Storage Management, select RAID, and follow the wizard. You can choose from RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, or JBOD. Ensure all drives are inserted before creating a RAID array.
Can I upgrade the network to 10GbE?
Yes, the Thecus D16000 has an expansion slot for a 10 Gigabit Ethernet card (optional). You can purchase and install a compatible 10GbE adapter to increase network throughput.
How do I perform a factory reset?
Press and hold the reset button on the front panel for about 10 seconds until you hear a beep. This will restore the default administrator password and network settings. Data on the drives is not affected.
What backup solutions are available?
The Thecus D16000 supports local backup to USB drives, remote backup via rsync or FTP, and cloud backup to services like Amazon S3. The ThecusOS also includes a built-in backup utility.
How do I access the NAS from a remote location?
Enable remote access in the ThecusOS web interface under DDNS or VPN. You can set up a Dynamic DNS account or use a VPN server built into the NAS to securely access files from anywhere.
What is the power consumption of the D16000?
Typical power consumption is around 200-300W with 16 drives spinning. The unit has dual 800W power supplies, but actual draw depends on drives and activity. Use the power management settings to schedule shutdowns.
How do I replace a failed hard drive?
Identify the failed drive from the LED indicator or software. While the unit is running, carefully remove the drive tray, replace the drive with a new one of equal or larger size, and reinsert. The RAID will automatically rebuild if configured.
Is the Thecus D16000 compatible with virtualization?
Yes, it supports iSCSI and NFS for virtualization platforms like VMware, Hyper-V, and Citrix. You can create datastores and use features like thin provisioning and snapshots.
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USER MANUAL Thecus D16000 Origin Storage
D16000 Quick Installation Guide
The Thecus D16000 is a JBOD device to connect with Thecus N8900/N12000/N16000 series for storage capacity expansion via SAS wide port 8088 cable.
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Front view of a Thecus server rack unit with ventilation grilles and drive bays (no visible text or labels)Please follow the steps below to start the installation of the D16000.
- Connect the power cord to its redundant power supply
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Close-up of server rack-mounted fans with metallic blades and black connectors (no visible text or symbols)- Connect the SAS-Wide port to "Host", if there is a 2^nd D16000 in daisy chain then please connect it to "EXP".
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Close-up of a server rack with a blue LED indicator light and a USB port, no visible text or symbols- By using a coin or a screw driver, turn the yellow disk shown below to setup the device ID. For all of the D16000 JBOD devices connect to a Thecus NAS, a unique ID is required to recognize the differences in between each device.
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Close-up of a server rack with hexagonal ventilation grille and control buttons (no readable text or symbols)- Power on the D16000 JBOD device.
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Interior view of an electronic device showing internal circuit boards and connectors (no visible text or symbols)- The front panel will display the following information
a. The device ID is 2
b. The system fan and temperature are healthy
c. The HDD light will stay red until all 16 disks have been installed
d. The RDY light will turn on when the SAS wide port is connected
e. The ACT light will flash when there is I/O activity