The BUFFALO HD-QH24TU3R5 is a 24TB DriveStation Quad external storage system equipped with four 6TB NAS-grade hard drives. Its four-drive architecture supports multiple storage modes, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD, providing different ways to organize the available storage.
Four-Drive Storage Architecture
The HD-QH24TU3R5 contains four internal SATA hard drives, with each drive providing 6TB of capacity for a total installed capacity of 24TB. Buffalo identifies the installed drives as NAS-grade HDDs.
RAID Configuration Options
The DriveStation Quad supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RfAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD. The four-drive design allows the HD-QH24TU3R5 to be configured for different combinations of capacity, redundancy, and performance depending on the selected operating mode.
USB 3.0 Connectivity
The HD-QH24TU3R5 connects to a host computer through USB 3.0 and supports a maximum interface transfer rate of 5Gbps. The unit uses a USB Type-B connector and includes a single USB port.
Key Features
- 24TB total capacity using four 6TB NAS-grade hard drives
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD support
- USB 3.0 interface with a maximum transfer rate of 5Gbps
- Four internal SATA 3Gbps hard drives
- External AC power supply supporting 100–240V, 50/60Hz
Typical Applications
- High-capacity desktop external storage
- Backup storage for computers and workstations
- Multi-drive storage for office and professional environments
- RAID-based external storage where capacity or redundancy is required
DC Supplies Product Note
The HD-QH24TU3R5 achieves its 24TB capacity through four individual 6TB drives. This four-drive layout is significant because it enables RAID 5 and RAID 10 configurations in addition to RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Brand | BUFFALO |
| Part Number | HD-QH24TU3R5 |
| Product Series | DriveStation Quad |
| Product Type | 4-Bay External Hard Drive Storage |
| Total Capacity | 24TB |
| Number of Internal Drives | 4 |
| Internal Drive Capacity | 6TB each |
| Hard Drive Type | NAS-grade HDDs |
| Internal Drive Interface | SATA 3Gbps |
| Supported RAID | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, JBOD |
| USB Standard | USB 3.0 |
| USB Connector | Type-B |
| USB Ports | 1 |
| Maximum USB Transfer Rate | 5Gbps |
| Operating Temperature | 5–35°C |
| Operating Humidity | 20–80% non-condensing |
| Power Supply | External AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 38W |
| Dimensions | 149 x 154 x 233mm |
| Weight | 5.5kg |
| Warranty | 3 years |
FAQs
What is the BUFFALO HD-QH24TU3R5?
The HD-QH24TU3R5 is a 24TB DriveStation Quad external storage system containing four 6TB NAS-grade hard drives.
How many hard drives are installed in the HD-QH24TU3R5?
The unit contains four internal 6TB hard drives, providing a total installed capacity of 24TB.
Which RAID modes does the HD-QH24TU3R5 support?
The DriveStation Quad supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD.
What USB connection does the HD-QH24TU3R5 use?
It uses one USB Type-B port with USB 3.0 support and a maximum specified interface rate of 5Gbps.
Does the HD-QH24TU3R5 support RAID 5?
Yes. RAID 5 is one of the supported operating modes listed by Buffalo for the DriveStation Quad.
