Recovering Data After Formatting Your NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP RAID Array: Comprehensive Guide

Don’t panic if you’ve formatted your ⭐ NAS RAID array. Here’s a guide to recover your data.

Recovering Data After Formatting Your NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP RAID Array: Comprehensive Guide

QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP 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-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP.

Recovering Data After Formatting Your NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP RAID Array: Comprehensive Guide

RAID Recovery™ 2.6
Recover data from damaged RAID arrays inaccessible from a computer.
Download

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.

How can hardware failure lead to data loss in NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP devices?

Hardware failure in NAS QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP devices can lead to data loss in several ways:

  1. Hard Drive Failure: The most common type of hardware failure is the failure of hard drives in the NAS. If one or more hard drives fail, it can result in data loss or corruption. This is especially true if the NAS is configured in a RAID array, as the failure of a single drive can affect the entire array.
  2. Power Supply Failure: A faulty or failing power supply can cause sudden power outages or fluctuations, which can lead to data corruption or loss. It can also cause the NAS to shut down unexpectedly, potentially causing data loss if files were being written or accessed at the time.
  3. Controller Failure: The controller is responsible for managing the data flow between the NAS and the hard drives. If the controller fails, it can result in data corruption or loss as the NAS may not be able to read or write data properly.
  4. Network Failure: If the network interface card (NIC) or other networking components fail, it can result in the NAS being unable to connect to the network. This can prevent users from accessing their data or cause data transfer errors that result in data loss.
  5. Firmware or Software Corruption: Hardware failures can sometimes cause firmware or software corruption in the NAS. This can lead to data loss if the corrupted firmware or software prevents the NAS from functioning properly or accessing the stored data.

To mitigate the risk of data loss due to hardware failure, it is recommended to regularly backup the data stored on the NAS to an external storage device or a cloud service. Additionally, ensuring the NAS is properly maintained, including regular firmware updates and monitoring the health of hard drives, can help identify and address potential hardware issues before they lead to data loss.

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

Although NAS Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP 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.

    Go to view
    How to Order Remote Data Recovery

    How to Order Remote Data Recovery

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-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP. 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.

Go to view
How to recover data from a QNAP

How to recover data from a QNAP

Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP has 4 HDD slots, and it supports the following array types:

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

NAS supports:

  • ZFS;
  • EXT4;
  • EXT3;
  • 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-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP 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

Feedback

We will be happy to answer your questions!

Comments (1)

  • Hetman Software: Data Recovery
    Hetman Software: Data Recovery 9.08.2022 12:31 #
    If you want to ask a question about data recovery, from NAS Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP, feel free to leave a comment!
Post comment
User
Leave a reply
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

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.

Oleg Afonin

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.

Share

Questions and answers

  • What network protocols are supported by the QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP?

    The QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP supports the following network protocols:

    • TCP/IP (IPv4 & IPv6)
    • DHCP (Client & Server)
    • CIFS/SMB
    • AFP (Apple Filing Protocol)
    • NFS (Network File System)
    • FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
    • TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol)
    • HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)
    • HTTPS (HTTP Secure)
    • SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
    • SSH (Secure Shell)
    • Telnet
    • iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface)
    • SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
    • SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)
    • SMSC (Short Message Service Center)
    • UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)
    • Bonjour
    • WebDAV (Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning)
    • VPN (Virtual Private Network)
  • How does the QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP handle file transfers over different network protocols?

    The QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP supports various network protocols for file transfers, including:

    1. File Transfer Protocol (FTP): The Turbo Station acts as an FTP server, allowing users to transfer files to and from the device using FTP clients. It supports both standard FTP and secure FTP (FTPS) for encrypted file transfers.
    2. Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP): SFTP is a secure alternative to FTP, providing encrypted file transfers over SSH. The Turbo Station supports SFTP, allowing users to transfer files securely.
    3. Network File System (NFS): The Turbo Station can act as an NFS server, enabling file sharing and access over the network using the NFS protocol. NFS is commonly used in Unix/Linux environments.
    4. Server Message Block (SMB)/Common Internet File System (CIFS): The Turbo Station supports SMB/CIFS, which is the standard protocol for Windows file sharing. Users can access and transfer files to/from the Turbo Station using Windows Explorer or other SMB/CIFS clients.
    5. Apple Filing Protocol (AFP): AFP is the native file sharing protocol for macOS. The Turbo Station supports AFP, allowing Mac users to access and transfer files seamlessly.
    6. Web-based File Manager: The Turbo Station provides a web-based file manager called File Station, which allows users to upload, download, and manage files directly through a web browser. It supports file transfers using HTTP and HTTPS protocols.

    These network protocols provide flexibility for file transfers, allowing users to choose the most suitable protocol based on their specific requirements and network environment.

  • Can the QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP be configured to support additional network protocols?

    Yes, the QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP can be configured to support additional network protocols. The QNAP NAS devices come with a built-in operating system called QTS, which allows users to install various applications and services to expand the functionality of the device.

    QNAP provides a wide range of applications that can be installed on the Turbo Station, including applications for file sharing, backup, multimedia streaming, virtualization, surveillance, and more. These applications often support different network protocols, such as FTP, SFTP, NFS, SMB/CIFS, AFP, and more.

    In addition to the pre-installed applications, users can also install third-party applications from the QNAP App Center, which further expands the range of supported network protocols. The QNAP App Center offers a variety of applications developed by QNAP and third-party developers, allowing users to customize their Turbo Station to meet their specific needs.

    Overall, with the flexibility of the QTS operating system and the availability of various applications, the QNAP Turbo Station TS-470U-RP / TS-470U-SP can be configured to support additional network protocols beyond the ones that come pre-installed.

Hello! This is AI-based Hetman Software virtual assistant, and it will answer any of your questions right away.
Start Chat