Powerhouse Lockerstor 10 Bay NAS System With A 2.1 GHz Quad Core Processor, 2 M.2 NVMe Cache Slots, 10GbE And 2.5GbE Networking, 8GB DDR4 RAM, Diskless Ready For Enterprise Storage, Expandable Up To 64GB, Supports 3.5 And 2.5 Inch SATA Drives
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Powerhouse Lockerstor 10 Bay NAS System is engineered for teams and workloads that demand sustained performance, expandability, and reliable data protection. With an Intel Atom C3538 quad-core processor at 2.1 GHz, 8 GB of DDR4 RAM (expandable to 64 GB), and ten drive bays, this NAS advances beyond basic storage, delivering rapid data access, robust multi-user performance, and scalable capacity for growing businesses.
- CPU and memory: Intel Atom C3538 quad-core 2.1 GHz with 8 GB DDR4 RAM, expandable up to 64 GB to handle virtualization, backups, and media workflows.
- Storage flexibility: Supports 3.5" and 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD drives up to a combined 180 TB (18 TB x 10), giving you ample headroom for archives, active projects, and high-throughput workloads.
- Cache acceleration: 2 x M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen2 slots for fast cache to dramatically improve random I/O and overall responsiveness for hot data.
- Networking powerhouse: Dual 10 GbE ports plus dual 2.5 GbE ports, delivering up to 20 Gbps when using both 10 GbE links or up to 5 Gbps on both 2.5 GbE links for flexible, high-speed connectivity.
- Deployment ready: Diskless configuration option so you can seed with your preferred drives and scale storage as needed, plus a 3-year manufacturer warranty for business peace of mind.
What sets this NAS apart
This Lockerstor model isn’t just about raw capacity, it’s about speed, responsiveness, and scalability woven into a 10-bay chassis. The combination of M.2 NVMe cache slots and dual 10 GbE networking means you can cache hot data locally and move large files between workstations and the NAS at blistering speeds. The flexible drive support means you aren’t locked into a single drive type or size, making it easier to balance cost and performance as your storage needs evolve. Plus, the ability to push RAM up to 64 GB gives you headroom for virtualization, multiple concurrent users, and more demanding data services without bottlenecks.
Ideal for IT teams, small to mid-sized businesses, and power users who require robust backups, collaborative workflows, media asset libraries, virtualization test environments, and scalable archive solutions. If you need a fast, expandable, enterprise-grade NAS that can grow with your data center needs, this Lockerstor 10 Bay model is designed to deliver.
Practical use cases
- Centralized backups and versioned snapshots for workstations and servers with fast restoration.
- Shared project repositories for design and video teams, enabling rapid file access and collaboration across departments.
- Virtualization storage and test labs where memory and I/O performance matter for multiple VMs running concurrently.
- High-throughput media editing workflows, caching large media assets on NVMe to streamline ingest and export.
- Hybrid cloud or remote office deployments that require reliable, scalable on-prem storage with fast edge access.
Setup and optimization tips
- Leverage the two M.2 NVMe slots to create a cache tier for hot data, placing frequently accessed virtual disks and active project files here speeds up reads and writes.
- Plan a storage layout that balances capacity and performance across 3.5" and 2.5" drives, choosing HDDs for cost-effective bulk storage and SSDs for hot cache or OS drives when appropriate.
- Utilize the dual 10 GbE connections to segment traffic (e.g., backups, VM storage, and user file access) and maximize throughput in multi-user environments.
- Consider memory expansion if you run multiple VMs, containers, or indexing services, the 64 GB ceiling provides ample headroom for future growth.
With a 3-year warranty and enterprise-ready features, the Powerhouse Lockerstor 10 Bay NAS System offers a compelling combination of capacity, speed, and reliability. It’s not just storage, it’s a scalable data center-in-a-box designed to keep your team productive and your data safe.