QNAP TS-453E Repair Manual

3. Category A NAS Models
This chapter uses the TS-453E as the representative NAS model for category A. The disassembly and
reassembly instructions, and the list of components and screws, are based on the representative
model.
For details on category A NAS models, see NAS model categorization.
Note
While all NAS models in the same category share the same general structural design,
dierent models may have certain dierences in their parts and components in terms
of size, quantity, and other specications. For non-representative models in this category,
please use the following topics as a point of reference.
Disassembling the TS-453E
Before you start, make sure you read the Repair requirements.
Warning
• Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.
•
Moving fan blades: Keep your hands and other body parts away from moving fan
blades.
•
Other moving components: Keep your hands and other body parts away from other
moving components.
1. Power o the NAS.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
3. Disconnect all cables and external attachments.
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QNAP TS-453E Specifications

General

GPU	Intel UHD Graphics
Flash Memory	4 GB (Dual boot OS protection)
Drive Bays	4 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
Hot-swappable	Yes
M.2 SSD Slot	2 x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 x1
SSD Cache Acceleration Support	Yes
Network Interface	2 x 2.5GbE RJ45
Form Factor	Tower
LED Indicators	Status, LAN, USB, HDD 1-4
Kensington Security Slot	Yes
Operating System	QTS 5.0
Processor	Intel Celeron J6412
CPU Architecture	64-bit x86
Memory	8 GB DDR4 (4 GB x 2)
Memory Slot	2 x SO-DIMM
Drive Compatibility	3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives, 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives
Maximum Internal Raw Capacity	64 TB (16 TB drive x 4)
Buttons	Power, Reset
Power Supply Unit	100-240V
Fan	1 x 120mm
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating Humidity	5% to 95% RH