TerraMaster U8-500 Plus 8-Bay Backup Server
The TerraMaster U8-500 Plus is a purpose-built integrated backup server engineered for small and medium-sized businesses requiring reliable, high-performance data protection. With support for up to 8 3.5-inch SATA hard drives, dual 10GbE connectivity, and an Intel Core i7-1255U processor paired with 16GB DDR5 memory, this backup appliance delivers enterprise-grade performance in a compact form factor. Ideal for organizations managing critical workloads, virtualization environments, or large-scale backup operations, the U8-500 Plus combines speed, capacity, and redundancy in one unified solution.
Key Features
- 8-bay 3.5-inch SATA hard drive support for up to 64TB raw capacity
- Dual 10GbE ports for high-speed network backup and data transfer
- Intel Core i7-1255U processor with 16GB DDR5 memory for multitasking performance
- Integrated backup server functionality with native support for multiple backup protocols
- RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 configurations for data redundancy and protection
- Fanless or low-noise operation for quiet office environments
- Hot-swappable drive bays for zero-downtime maintenance
- Gigabit Ethernet + dual 10GbE for flexible network deployment
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
TERRAMASTER SYSTEM LIMITED |
| Model |
U8-500 Plus |
| Part Number |
TM-U8-500PLUS |
| Drive Bays |
8 x 3.5-inch SATA |
| Maximum Capacity |
64TB (8 x 8TB drives) |
| Processor |
Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Memory |
16GB DDR5 |
| Network Ports |
1 x Gigabit Ethernet + 2 x 10GbE |
| RAID Support |
RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 |
| Backup Protocols |
SMB/CIFS, NFS, iSCSI, SNMP |
| Power Consumption |
Varies by configuration |
| Operating System |
TerraMaster OS (Linux-based) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an integrated backup server and how does the U8-500 Plus work?
An integrated backup server combines storage, processing power, and backup software into a single appliance. The TerraMaster U8-500 Plus acts as a centralized backup destination for your business, allowing multiple computers and servers to back up data simultaneously over the network. Its Intel Core i7-1255U processor and 16GB DDR5 memory handle compression, deduplication, and encryption tasks efficiently.
Can the U8-500 Plus support virtualization and backup workloads simultaneously?
Yes. The dual 10GbE ports and powerful processor enable the backup server to handle both virtualization environments and intensive backup operations without performance degradation. This makes it ideal for businesses running Hyper-V, VMware, or Proxmox alongside backup jobs.
What RAID configurations are recommended for maximum data protection?
For mission-critical backups, RAID 6 is recommended as it tolerates two simultaneous drive failures. RAID 5 offers a good balance of capacity and protection for most SMB environments. The U8-500 Plus supports flexible RAID reconfiguration without data loss using hot-swappable bays.
How fast are the 10GbE connections for backup transfers?
The dual 10GbE ports support up to 10 Gigabits per second per port, enabling backup speeds of 1.25GB/s per connection. This significantly reduces backup windows compared to Gigabit Ethernet, making it ideal for large-scale data protection scenarios.
