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QNAP Extends Airgap+ Support to Select QNAP Switches

Bringing air-gapped backup protection to switches bolsters ransomware-resilient architectures

QNAP Extends Airgap+ Support to Select QNAP Switches

Taipei, Taiwan, November 26, 2025 – QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading provider of computing, networking, and storage solutions, today announced that its Airgap+ network-isolated backup feature is now supported by select QNAP switches. The enhancement allows organizations that cannot add routers—or prefer link control at the switch layer—to deploy Airgap+ in a wider range of network environments and backup architectures.

Jack Wang, Product Manager at QNAP describes: “Adding switch compatibility to Airgap+ is an important step toward offering more flexible and resilient air-gapped backup options for diverse enterprise networks. We will continue expanding support to ensure more customers can build a secure and reliable data protection foundation.”

Supported Models

  Series Speed Model
Switch 7000 Series 100GbE QSW-M7308R-4X
Switch 3000 Series 10GbE QSW-M3224-24T
QSW-M3212R-8S4T
QSW-M3216R-8S8T
QSW-IM3216-8S8T
Router QHora Series 10GbE QHora-322
Router QHora Series 2.5GbE QHora-321

Key Advantages of QNAP NAS with Airgap+ Isolated Backup Solution

  • Simple deployment: Airgap+ can be enabled directly on the NAS through HBS backup job settings. Users can easily select the physical port used for the isolated backup connection.
  • Ready for high-bandwidth workloads: QNAP NAS and supported switches offer up to 100GbE connectivity—ideal for media production, post-production, and large-scale data backup environments.
  • Faster recovery: Higher throughput helps shorten restoration time, minimizing downtime during critical recovery operations.
  • Reduced maintenance complexity: Airgap+ leverages supported QNAP networking devices and requires no dedicated air-gap appliance, reducing overall system complexity.
  • Remote power control: NAS devices can be powered on or off remotely for greater operational efficiency and convenience.

OS requirements

  • Switch: QSS Pro v4.3.0 (or later)
  • Router: QuRouter v2.4.2 (or later)

For more information and to view the full QNAP product range, please visit www.qnap.com.

About QNAP

QNAP delivers integrated technology solutions through software innovation, hardware craftsmanship, and in-house manufacturing. With strengths in storage, networking, and smart video surveillance, QNAP also integrates cloud services to enhance data safety, intelligence, and workflow efficiency. We envision the NAS as a core platform unifying high availability, cybersecurity, edge AI, IT/OT resilience, and cloud management—empowering organizations across industries to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital world.

Media inquiries

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