Asustor Lockerstor 6 Gen2 6-Bay NAS Enclosure

Overview

The Asustor AS6706T is a 6-bay NAS enclosure designed to provide reliable and high-performance storage for demanding applications such as direct video editing and managing large data projects. It supports six SATA drives, both 3.5" and 2.5", along with four M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD slots, allowing you to tailor your storage setup with various RAID configurations. Powered by a 2.0 GHz Intel Celeron N5105 quad-core processor and 8GB of DDR4-2933 RAM, it delivers fast read speeds up to 590 MB/s and write speeds up to 562 MB/s in RAID 5 mode, making it well suited for creative professionals and small to medium-sized businesses.

Key features

• Six SATA drive bays accommodate both 3.5" and 2.5" drives, offering flexible storage expansion options.
• Four M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD slots enable high-speed caching or additional storage to boost overall system performance.
• Dual 2.5G Ethernet ports with SMB multichannel technology provide combined network speeds up to 5 Gbps for efficient file sharing and collaboration.
• PCIe 3.0 slot supports optional 10GbE network upgrades, allowing for future-proofing and faster network connectivity when needed.
• USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports deliver up to 10 Gb/s data transfer speeds for quick external backups and device connections.
• Supports multiple RAID configurations including 0, 1, 5, 6, and JBOD, giving you control over the balance between speed, capacity, and data protection.
• Wake on LAN/WAN functionality enables remote power management, simplifying administration and reducing downtime.
• Comprehensive data protection and security features help safeguard your valuable information against loss or unauthorized access.

Key specs

• Processor: 2.0 GHz Intel Celeron N5105 quad-core
• Memory: 8 GB DDR4-2933 RAM
• Drive bays: 6 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA
• M.2 slots: 4 x NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD
• Network: Dual 2.5G Ethernet ports with SMB multichannel
• Expansion: PCIe 3.0 slot for 10GbE network card
• Data transfer speeds: Up to 590 MB/s read, 562 MB/s write (RAID 5)
• USB ports: USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s)

Connectivity and compatibility

This NAS offers versatile connectivity options to fit into various network environments. The dual 2.5G Ethernet ports support SMB multichannel, which aggregates bandwidth for faster file transfers and smoother multi-user access. The PCIe 3.0 slot allows upgrading to a 10GbE network card for even higher throughput, ideal for setups requiring rapid data movement. USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports provide fast external device connections, making backups and data transfers efficient. The device supports a wide range of SATA drives and NVMe SSDs, giving you flexibility in choosing storage media that fits your performance and capacity needs.

Ideal uses and environments

The AS6706T is well suited for creative professionals who work with large video files and need fast, reliable storage for editing directly on the NAS. It also fits well in small to medium-sized business environments where multiple users require quick access to shared data. Its combination of high-speed networking, flexible storage options, and robust data protection makes it a strong choice for IT enthusiasts and teams managing demanding workloads. Remote management features like Wake on LAN/WAN add convenience for administrators overseeing multiple devices or locations.