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QTS

QTS

QTS is the operating system for entry- and mid-level QNAP NAS. WIth Linux and ext4, QTS enables reliable storage for everyone with versatile value-added features and apps, such as snapshots, Plex media servers, and easy access of your personal cloud.

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QuTS hero

QuTS hero

QuTS hero is the operating system for high-end and enterprise QNAP NAS models. With Linux and ZFS, QuTS hero supports advanced data reduction technologies for further driving down costs and increasing reliablility of SSD (all-flash) storage.

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QuTScloud

QuTScloud

QuTScloud is the operating system for QNAP Cloud NAS virtual appliances. With the possibility of on-premises and cloud deployment, QuTScloud enables optimized cloud data usage and flexible resource allocation at a predictable monthly cost.

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QES

QES

QES is the operating system for dual-controller QNAP NAS models. With FreeBSD and ZFS, QES is flash-optimized, capable of driving outstanding performance for all-flash storage arrays.

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QNE Network

QNE Network

QNE Network is the operating system for QuCPE, QNAP's universal customer premises equipment series. Run virtual network functions, freely configure software-defined networks, and enjoy benefits such as lowered costs and reduced management efforts.

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QuRouter
QSS

QSS

QNAP Switch System (QSS) is the configuration interface for QNAP's managed switch series. Enable management functions such as link aggregation, VLAN, and RSTP, to take care of your network topology with ease.

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QVR Pro

QVR Pro

QVR Pro is the network video recorder software for QNAP's QVR Pro video surveillance appliances. QVR Pro can be also used with a series of apps, such as face recognition and door access control, making it versatile for a range of scenarios.

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QVR Face

QVR Face

QVR Face is a smart facial recognition solution featuring real-time live streaming video analytics from connected cameras. It can be integrated into multiple scenarios to provide intelligent attendance management, door access control management, VIP welcome systems and smart retail services.

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QVR Elite

QVR Elite

QVR Elite is the subscription-based network video recorder software for QNAP's QTS, QuTS hero, and QNE Network operating systems. Its low monthly fee enables homes and small businesses to build a cost-effective and flexible video surveillance system.

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Smart Video Solutions

Smart Video Solutions

QNAP smart video solutions provides integrated intelligent packages such as video conferencing and smart retail, boosting productivity for individuals and businesses.

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Virtualization Station

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Virtualization Station
Run multiple virtual machines on NAS and appliances

Virtualization Station is a fast and reliable hypervisor on QNAP NAS and appliances. You can run multiple virtual machines on Virtualization Station to meet versatile virtualization needs and to benefit from cost savings and advanced features.

What is Virtualization Station?

Virtualization Station is a powerful hypervisor on your QNAP appliances that allows you to build a cost-effective virtualization environment. Virtualization Station supports many operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and QuTScloud. Based on available system resources, you can set up and run several virtual machines. It also supports many resource management and acceleration functions, providing an affordable virtualization platform with superb performance.


» Learn More: QuTScloud for Private Cloud

Virtualization Station supports many operating systems

On your QNAP NAS and appliances, you can run multiple virtual machines with Windows, Linux, and QuTScloud operating systems. You can also download and instantly use virtual appliances from VM Marketplace.


» Learn More: List of Supported Operating Systems

Run QuTScloud on Virtualization Station for a multitenant QNAP NAS

QuTScloud is a virtual NAS appliance based on QNAP’s QTS operating system. Benefits of QuTScloud include resource elasticity, budget flexibility, and many more. Enterprises and workgroups can set up QuTScloud as virtual machines in existing on-premises data centers. Deploy QuTScloud now with Virtualization Station to turn a physical NAS appliance into a multitenant environment. It is cost-saving, space-saving, and flexible!


» Learn More: QuTScloud for Private Cloud

Flexibly manage resources to increase virtual machine usability

Several resource allocation settings are available within Virtualization Station. Use them as needed to keep virtual machines running at optimal efficiency and reliability.

  • Live Migration

    Move your virtual machines between QNAP NAS - even when they are running. It is useful for load balancing, as well as migrating VMs to a secondary NAS before servicing the primary NAS.

    Note: You can only live migrate a VM between two QNAP NAS with the same processor brand.

  • Dynamic Memory Allocation

    With Memory Ballooning, Virtualization Station will request that VMs release memory resources when the overall memory usage is high. These resources can then be reassigned to other VMs and/or the hypervisor to provide performance improvements.

  • Memory Sharing

    Kernel Same-page Merging (KSM) is a memory deduplication feature that allows different VMs to share the same memory page, enhancing overall memory utilization.

  • CPU Hot Add

    CPU Hot Add allows users to dynamically add CPU resources to active VMs, instantly boosting VM performance and providing improved service quality and user experiences.

Improve virtual machine performance with hardware acceleration

Select QNAP NAS and appliances support passing through hardware resources to virtual machines. This can greatly strengthen the performance and capabilities of the VM.

*Compatible cards: USB (QNAP USB-U31A2P01, QNAP QXP-10G2U3A); SAS (QNAP SAS-12G2E); graphics cards (check the compatibility list).

**To learn more about compatible NAS, appliances, and optional network adapters, check the list below.
***Why is my installed PCIe card not displayed in Virtualization Station?

  • PCIe Card Passthrough*

    Boost VM performance and enable more applications by passing through PCI cards.

  • SR-IOV**

    Single-Root Input/Output Virtualization (SR-IOV) improves the network performance of virtual machines.

  • Intel® QAT**

    Intel® QuickAssist Technology (Intel® QAT) enhances the security and compression performance of your virtual machines.

Secure your virtual machines with ease

Virtualization Station offers several disaster recovery tools to protect against data loss. Options include local/remote backups, one-time/scheduled tasks, and more.

  • VM Backup

    Local (internal and external)/remote; one-time/scheduled

  • VM Snapshot

    Local; one-time/scheduled

  • VM Clone

    Local; one-time

Virtualization Station can help in many ways

Using virtual machines delivers many benefits to IT professionals and developers, including cost savings, efficiency improvements, better eco-friendliness, and many more.

  • Server Virtualization

    Replace legacy hardware, or merge servers with virtual machines on a single QNAP appliance. This reduces cost and improves management efficiency.

  • Software Testing and Debugging

    Set up VMs with different operating systems and configurations for software testing/debugging.

  • Website Compatibility Testing

    Download free* Microsoft Windows VMs of various browser versions for compatibility testing of websites.

    *Microsoft® virtual machines are intended for testing purposes and expire after 90 days. It is recommended to create a snapshot when you first install the virtual machine.

  • No Licensing Costs

    Virtualization Station is free with no extra cost. It is ideal for budget-conscious users as an alternative to (or to replace) expensive advanced hypervisors.

  • QvPC: Use NAS and appliance like a PC

    The QvPC technology allows you to use your QNAP NAS just like a PC by connecting a keyboard, mouse, and monitor. You can also directly operate your NAS with HybridDesk Station.

Get started with Virtualization Station

Check out the following articles and videos to make the best use of Virtualization Station.

SR-IOV and Intel® QAT Compatibility List for NAS, Appliances and Optional Network Adapters

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  • NICs
  • Model Name Min. BIOS Ver. SR-IOV support Intel QAT Support
  • Model Name SR-IOV support

V: Yes, X: No, O: Optional NIC required

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