How to recover data from QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP NAS

Is your network drive gone, and you are wondering what to do? Has a RAID system crashed, and your files are no longer accessible? Does your device display an error while booting? Have you accidentally rebuilt your RAID system? Are several hard disks out of order?

How to recover data from NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP

QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP NAS Data Recovery in 2024

In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll show you how to rebuild your RAID and recover data from Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP.

How to recover data from NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP

Recover data from damaged RAID arrays inaccessible from a computer.

Why can’t ordinary software tools restore files from RAID?

Conventional hard disks keep user’s data by writing it to their surface in a consecutive way, and this is how an entire file is stored on a single hard disk. However, when data is written to a RAID system, a file is divided into several parts. Then these parts are written consecutively to all hard disks within such array. The size of such parts may range from 2 KB to 2 MB, so each file is stored on several hard disks at the same time.

Such approach helps to speed up read and write operations, and it is evident that saving two parts of a file having the size of 1 GB to two hard disks simultaneously is much faster than saving the same 1 GB of data to one hard disk. However, this peculiarity makes file recovery more complicated.

Various RAID levels store information in different ways. Additionally, manufacturers like QNAP also introduce some modifications to this process, and that is why data can be written to hard disk in a wide variety of ways.

Can the use of deduplication or compression technologies impact data loss risks on NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP devices?

Yes, the use of deduplication or compression technologies can impact data loss risks on NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP devices.

Deduplication technology eliminates duplicate data blocks within a storage system, reducing the overall storage space required. This can help in reducing the risk of data loss as it eliminates redundant copies of data, reducing the chances of data corruption or loss due to hardware failures or other issues.

Compression technology reduces the size of data files by encoding them in a more compact form. While compression can save storage space, it may also increase the risk of data loss. If a compressed file becomes corrupted, it may not be possible to recover the entire data file.

It is important to note that both deduplication and compression technologies can introduce additional complexities to the storage system, potentially increasing the risk of data loss if not implemented properly. It is recommended to have proper backup strategies in place and regularly test the integrity of the data to mitigate any potential risks.

How to take hard disks out of the NAS and connect them to a PC?

Although NAS Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP can be accessed over the network, you still need to take the hard disks out of the storage device and connect them to a Windows computer. Only in this case will the software be able to scan them properly. Here is what you should do:

  1. Turn off the storage and disconnect it from the power supply.

    WARNING! Before you start taking hard disks out of your NAS device, read the manual carefully. Incorrect actions may damage your network-attached storage and/or the hard disks within the RAID system.

  2. Take the hard disks out of the NAS one by one, carefully removing them from their slots. Remember that the disks are extremely vulnerable: hitting or dropping them may result in serious physical damage.

  3. Make sure to mark each hard disk in accordance with how they were installed inside the NAS.

  4. Remove the hard disks and connect them to the computer. In this video, we have explored what ports are used to connect hard disks, and what to do if there are not enough ports or connectors.

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Restoring data with Hetman RAID Recovery

Hetman Raid Recovery

This program recovers data from damaged RAID arrays and is fully compatible with QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP. The hard disks that make up the RAID contain technical information about the algorithm used to save files. When launched, Hetman RAID Recovery reads this information and puts the damaged array together. Then you can open the disk and save your files. Also, you can recover the files accidentally deleted from the network drive.

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How to recover data from a QNAP

Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP has 16 HDD slots, and it supports the following array types:

  • RAID 50;
  • RAID 60;
  • RAID 5;
  • RAID 6;
  • RAID 10;
  • RAID 0;
  • RAID 1;
  • JBOD;

NAS supports:

  • ZFS;
  • EXT4;
  • EXT3;
  • exFAT;
  • FAT32 (External Disk Only);
  • NTFS (External Disk Only);
  • HFS+ (External Disk Read Only);

Safe recovery from disk images

This utility lets you save an entire copy of the disk to file and then work with this image instead of the actual disk. Such feature helps to protect data on the disk from:

  • Overwriting during the recovery process;
  • Loss resulting from bad sectors;
  • User mistakes.

To create an image, do the following:

  1. Make sure that you have enough free space to save the image. The image file size usually equals the disk size.

  2. Select the disk in the main window, and choose from the menu ToolsSave Disk. You can select multiple disks to be saved.

  3. When the image creation wizard starts, you can choose to save the entire disk or select only a part of it. Specify the parameters and click Next.

    Hetman Raid Recovery: Image Creation Wizard
  4. At this stage, you need to choose a directory where to save the image. Choose any disk connected to this PC, or save the image by FTP.

    Hetman Raid Recovery: hoose any disk connected to this PC, or save the image by FTP

Where are user’s files stored?

The QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP network-attached storage keeps QTS (QuTS hero) operating system files on a separate RAID 1 (mirrored) array. Usually, all NAS systems create several volumes on every hard disk, and the first of them takes up to 2 Gb of space. This is where operating system files are stored. Other volumes are united into a RAID array where user’s data is written.

Comparison of software for RAID recovery

Product Operating system License type RAID controller support Supported file systems Virtual RAID controller support Data recovery from damaged RAID File preview
Hetman RAID Recovery Windows Paid Yes, over 100 controllers FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+ Yes Yes Yes
DiskInternals RAID Recovery Windows Paid Yes, over 100 controllers FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+ No Yes Yes
R-Studio Windows, Mac, Linux Paid Yes, over 200 controllers FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+ Yes Yes Yes
UFS Explorer RAID Recovery Windows, Mac, Linux Paid Yes, over 1,000 controllers FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+ Yes Yes Yes
EaseUS Data Recovery Windows Paid Yes, over 20 controllers FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+ No Yes Yes
ReclaiMe Free RAID Recovery Windows Free Yes, over 100 controllers FAT, NTFS, Ext2/3/4, HFS+ Yes Yes Yes

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

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Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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Questions and answers

  • What virtualization features are supported by the NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP?

    The NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP supports the following virtualization features:

    1. Virtualization Station: This feature allows you to run multiple virtual machines (VMs) on the NAS. It supports various operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and Android, allowing you to run different applications and services within isolated environments.
    2. Container Station: This feature enables you to run lightweight and isolated Linux-based containers on the NAS. It supports popular containerization technologies like Docker and LXC, allowing you to deploy and manage applications easily.
    3. Linux Station: This feature allows you to use the NAS as a Linux computer by installing a Linux distribution directly on the NAS. It provides a desktop environment and supports various Linux applications, making it suitable for development, testing, and other Linux-related tasks.
    4. GPU Passthrough: If your NAS model includes a compatible GPU, you can utilize the GPU passthrough feature to assign the GPU resources to a specific virtual machine. This enables you to leverage the GPU's processing power for tasks like graphics rendering, AI training, or video transcoding within the VM.
    5. Snapshots: The NAS supports snapshot technology, which allows you to capture the state of a virtual machine or a shared folder at a specific point in time. This feature provides data protection and allows you to quickly revert to a previous state if needed.

    It's important to note that the availability of these features may vary depending on the specific model and firmware version of the QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP.

  • Can the NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP run virtual machines using popular virtualization software such as VMware or Hyper-V?

    Yes, the QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP is capable of running virtual machines using popular virtualization software such as VMware or Hyper-V. It supports virtualization technologies like Virtualization Station and Container Station, which allow you to create and manage multiple virtual machines on the NAS. These virtualization solutions provide a user-friendly interface and support various operating systems, making it possible to run applications and services in isolated environments on the NAS.

  • How many virtual machines can be hosted simultaneously on the NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP?

    The NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-1673AU-RP can host up to 256 virtual machines simultaneously.

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