QNAP TAS-168 Technical data
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TAS-168/268.
QTS Android
QNAP
TAS-168 / TAS-268
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Combo NAS
Dual-system NAS
Multimedia storage geared for family entertainment,
recreation and education
TAS-168
TAS-268
Fully integrated dual QTS and Android system.
NAS + TAS, the perfect combination for multiple functions and applications
Use Qfinder Pro to streamline media file upload for a greater user experience
Plug in a keyboard, mouse and other peripherals for easy operation and control
(supports multiple input languages)
The remote control is a ideal match for multimedia playback
Supports of a wealth of mobile apps and utilities
Dual-Core
1.1
GHz
2GB
GbE
USB 3.0
4K2K
HDMI
SD
The remote control is an accessory for Kodi™ and other TV-optimized applications.
A USB mouse, keyboard, and HDMI monitor are required for basic installation and Android™ operations.
More online resources
A perfect combination of multimedia players and
network storage
QNAP QTS + Android™ dual-system NAS hits the market
In the cloud era, data is alive, ever-changing, and ever-growing for businesses and families. With daily use of computers, smart phones, gaming
devices and tablets, we are constantly generating new audio and video les and documents. And data is no longer static information stored
and archived, but an active entity that promotes interaction in everyday life. QNAP is creating solutions to t the increasing demands of this
data-explosive era with a complete portfolio of network storage. However, in order to locally display NAS contents, you normally need to use
expensive higher-grade NAS. How would you accomplish this with relatively lower-priced NAS?
After a year of intensive research and innovation, the successful integration of QNAP QTS (QNAP NAS operating system) and Android™ realizes
this objective by introducing the industry’s rst dual-system NAS with the capability of centralized storage and local display on a single device.
By connecting an HDMI display, the TAS-168/268 is able to display the contents on Android™ on a big-screen TV. Aside from playing multimedia
on the TAS-168/268, it also supports online streaming including YouTube ™ and Spotify®, which can be installed via Google Play™. What’s
more, the TAS-168/268 has terabytes of storage to store precious photos for lifelong memories and a vast collection of audio and video les.
Compared with mobile Android™ devices with the biggest capacity (128GB*), the TAS-168/268 with 2TB capacity has 16 times more storage
space for a more satisfying personal collection and enjoyable entertainment.
* The capacity shown here is directly replicated from the product’s specications as of September, 2015.
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usage scenarios to suit your lifestyle
Cloud Access and
Synchronization
- web access and le sync
everywhere
Web browsing Mobile access
Local display
Internet
Storage
Android
system management
Media library
Media management
system management
TAS
QTS
Internet
4K2K
HDMI
Local display
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Click and Play
- beyond distance limitations
Video Output
- via HDMI display or
online streaming
High-quality managed data and services
Wherever you go, you can access QTS applications with a web browser to access your TAS-168/268 les, or back up les to the TAS-168/268 any
time. When visiting clients, you can easily open the les on the TAS-168/268 for a demonstration.
While traveling, you can use Qle to synchronize documents on mobile devices, upload photos to the TAS-168/268 as they are taken, without the
worry of running out of storage space and other issues. You can also easily share your documents with friends, or upload them directly to social
networks. After you return, you can use the TAS-168/268 with your TV to enjoy high-quality content with friends & family and relive the good
moments.
While getting o work and returning home, you can play your favorite music using Qmusic, or watch your favorite video using Qvideo on your
mobile devices. When back home, you can continue watching the video on your TV. You can also watch online video streams using YouTube for
Google TV or Kodi™ on Android ™ at your leisure, reviving you from a hard day’s work.™
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Enjoy endless possibilities and fun with the dual QTS and Android™ system
NAS + TAS (Turbo NAS with Android™ System) for unlimited applications and
functionalities
An excellent assistant for media uploading and transcoding - Qnder Pro
Connect a display, keyboard, and a mouse and you are ready to go
(supports multiple input languages)
Use the QNAP remote control to play back and enjoy your media
A world of computer utilities and mobile applications
Hardware specications and accessories
*This product is optimized for
everyday use and lightweight
entertainment apps. It is not
recommended for use with
CPU/GPU-demanding apps.
It does not support video calls.
Enjoy endless possibilities and fun with the dual
QTS and Android™ system
TAS-168/268 combines the characteristics of both NAS and Android™. It not only helps you eortlessly manage
your data and multimedia les in a central place, but can also support HDMI output for using apps ranging from
education to communication to entertainment, enabling a perfect, smart lifestyle for you and your family.
Centralized management and
sharing with QTS
The interface of QTS
The QNAP operating system, QTS, allows you to share and manage your les
from anywhere at any time with a web browser. Equipped with a variety of
apps, QTS is designed for ease-of-use and meets all your needs for storage,
management, backup, and multimedia.
File Station File management and access
File Station empowers file management and access to cloud
services with a familiar PC feel, but through your web browser.
The web-style file organization and browsing enables easier
access and control of your data on TAS-168/268. In addition,
with the support of file sharing protocols such as Windows®
SMB, AFP, NFS, FTP, the system allows for cross-platform file
sharing and access.
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Download Station Your 24/7 download center
When downloading files to a computer, it must be turned
on throughout the download process, which can use a lot
of electricity. The Download Station serves as a non-stop
download center that downloads files without needing your
computer. Once you nish creating download tasks, just turn
o the computer and the download tasks will continue on the
TAS-168/268 until they are nished.
Photo Station Manage your albums and photos
Photo Station helps you easily archive, manage, and
share every moment of your life. Create a virtual album
and add photos to the album without moving the
physical files. Alternatively, create a smart album that
automatically searches and adds photos that match the
search criteria such as Today in history, a specific period,
or tags.
Music Station -
Build your own music cloud
Music lovers often face the problem of organizing and
managing huge music collections. Music Station offers a
number of categories and browsing modes and allows you
to create up to 200 playlists. You will never miss your favorite
music again. Music Station allows you to play music stored on
your NAS with your PC and mobile devices via the Internet,
acting as your personal music cloud. With the Internet, you can
enjoy all your music on your TAS-168/268 anywhere.
Video Station -
Build a dedicated video website
Video Station features an excellent platform for you
to create your personal video website. You can set up
video categories including movies, TV series, home
videos, and music videos then create smart collections
in terms of categories, labels, ratings, and more. The
smart collection folder gathers videos according to set
categories for better management and to make it easier
and faster to find videos you want to watch.
For managing media in Photo Station, Video Station and Music Station, go to “Control Panel” > “Applications” > “Multimedia Management” > “Media
Library” and enable “Activate Media Library”. Then go to “Media Folder” to add, edit, and scan folders that contain your media. Windows users can use
Qfinder Pro to accelerate media indexing and transcoding as the media library scan function will affect the overall system performance. For more
information, refer to p11.
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myQNAPcloud Build a personal cloud on the go
myQNAPcloud provides various remote access services, such as
My DDNS, auto router conguration, and CloudLink. No matter
where you go, you can always and securely access your TAS-
168/268. Through the myQNAPcloud setup wizard, you can
create and register a myQNAPcloud account ID (QID) for remote
access.
Qsync - The ultimate synchronization
Qsync is a useful tool to synchronize les across Qsync-enabled devices and the TAS-168/268. With Qsync, your TAS-168/268 instantly becomes a safe
data center for le synchronization with huge storage. Upload photos from mobile or tablet devices to the NAS, and access the same les on any
computer, laptop or mobile device linked to the NAS.
Cloud Drive Sync (Beta) - Cloud service synchronization
The Cloud Drive Sync App allows you to connect to multiple cloud accounts such as Google Drive™ and Dropbox™ and provides synchronization with
designated folders, enabling seamless integration with public cloud.
How to synchronize files on the TAS-168/268, Google Drive™ and Dropbox™
1. Install Cloud Drive Sync (Beta) from the App Center. 2. Create a new account: After installation, create a new account. You can add
an account in "Dashboard" > "Job Status".
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3. Select cloud storage (e.g. Google Drive™ or Dropbox™), enter "Display
name" and click "Sign in" to connect with the cloud storage. The "Display
name" is only for identifying cloud settings and not the account name for
Google Drive™/Dropbox™.
5. Go to "Sync Job Management" to add a new synchronization task. Select
local directory, account name and remote directory, set up schedule or
start immediately to synchronize files between TAS-168/268 and the
designated cloud folder.
4. You will be directed to the respective authorization page for permission to
access your account. Sign in with your account name and password.
6. After a new job is added, you can view and manage your jobs in "Sync
Job Management" . The following operations are available: start/stop
synchronization, edit, view logs of and delete the sync job.
Edutainment platform for the family – the Android™ system
Local display– the Android™ operating system
Hundreds of millions of people around the world use Android™. TAS-168/268’s
Android™ interface makes it easy for people who have never used NAS to get
started. You can plug a keyboard, mouse and HDMI display to the TAS-168/268
and use various functions through the familiar Android™ user interface, and a
variety of apps with local display, including Qle, Qmanager, Qphoto, Qvideo,
Qmusic, Qget, MyNAS, Kodi™, etc.
Easy steps to quickly set up Android™
After entering the Android™ system for the rst time, the system will start the
conguration procedure. It will guide you to congure the system language,
log into your Google™ account, set up the Google™ service, payment
information and customize other system settings. A keyboard, mouse, and
HDMI display are required for the setup process. You can start using Android™
afterwards.
Synchronize with Google™ account
The TAS-168/268 is Google certified and can synchronize files across your
Android™ devices using your Google account.
Supports Google Play™ to embrace thousands of apps
Just to name a few apps in Google Play: Skype™ and Line™ for communication,
NIKE+ TRAINING CLUB and Daily Yoga for exercise, as well as ABC for kids,
Reading Phonics Train School, Digital School for learning and other apps.
QNAP’s exclusive Qmarket for unlimited apps
downloads
Qmarket provides multiple apps including Kodi™, Qfile,
Qmanager, Qmusic, Qphoto, Qvideo, Qget and more.
Accompanying ocial QNAP Apps are recommended popular
apps categorized as input method, education, entertainment,
communication and even other app markets for you to easily
browse.
Highly recommended Android™ apps – education
Google Play™ and 3rd party stores on Qmarket have a variety of education applications. Instead of letting your children
spend time alone on a mobile phone or tablet, it’s better to connect the TAS-168/268 on a larger screen and share your
time with them.
1. Search for "iStoryBooks" in the Google Play™ Store
to get story books and bedtime stories and to create wonderful memories with your children.
2. Search for Multiplication Table in the Google Play™ Store
to help your kids sharpen their multiplication skills.
Highly recommended Android™ apps – gymnastics
1. Search for “NIKE+ TRAINING CLUB” in the Google Play™ Store
NIKE+ TRAINING CLUB offers many exercise programs for you to
work out at home. With TAS-168/268, it is like having a private
fitness lesson.
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