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==Important Notes==
==⚠️Important Notes==
* <span style="color:red">The XNAS1 requires a 12V 10A power supply. Using other voltages may cause damage.<span>
* <span style="color:red">The XNAS1 requires a 12V 10A power supply. Using other voltages may cause damage.<span>


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==Overview==
==Overview==
The '''XNAS1''' is an industrial-style NAS enclosure built on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. It offers 2.5GbE networking and supports four 3.5" SATA drives for high-capacity, high-speed storage.
The '''XNAS1''' is an industrial-style NAS enclosure built on the '''Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5'''. It offers dual Ethernet '''(1GbE + 2.5GbE)''' and supports '''4-bay 3.5" SATA''' drives for high-capacity, high-speed storage.


As a compact and flexible solution, it is fully compatible with openmediavault (OMV), enabling you to create a private cloud, share files across devices, store surveillance footage, and more - all in one reliable system.
As a compact and flexible solution, it is fully compatible with openmediavault '''(OMV)''', enabling you to create a private cloud, share files across devices, store surveillance footage, and more - all in one reliable system.
==Features==
==Features==
{| class="wikitable"
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| '''High-Speed Networking''' ||


* '''Low Cost Professional Grade Network Attached Storage: '''Optimized to organize, store, share, and back up your important and everyday files.
* '''Dual Ethernet Ports:'''
:1 x '''1Gb''' Ethernet port
:1 x '''2.5Gb''' Ethernet port


* '''Next-Generation Platform: '''Built on the powerful Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5, delivering enhanced performance and efficiency.
|-
| '''Massive Storage''' ||
* '''4-Bay SATA Support:'''
:4-bay '''3.5" HDD''' enclosure supports up to 88TB total capacity (22TB per drive).
* '''PCIe Gen3 Interface:'''
:Integrated '''PCIe Gen3x1 to 4× SATA 6Gb/s Bridge''' with RAID support via software, ensuring fast and reliable data transfer with data redundancy options.


* '''High-Capacity Storage: '''4-bay 3.5" HDD enclosure supports up to 88TB total capacity (22TB per drive).
|-
 
| '''Quiet & Cool Design''' ||
* '''Advanced SATA Interface: '''Integrated PCIe Gen3x1 to 4× SATA 6Gb/s Bridge with RAID support via software, ensuring fast and reliable data transfer with data redundancy options.
* '''Quiet Cooling System:'''
 
:Powered by a 120×120mm PWM-controlled fan with up to 63.7CFM airflow, enabling dynamic cooling and consistent performance.
* '''Dual Ethernet Connectivity: '''Equipped with both 1GbE and 2.5GbE ports, offering flexible and high-speed networking options.
* '''Professional-Grade Construction:'''
 
:Stainless steel hard drive cage with vibration-dampening drive mounts, LED status indicators, and desktop placement flexibility.
* '''Flexible Boot Options: '''Includes a MicroSD card slot for use with CM5 Lite variants, and a USB-C port for direct OS imaging to the CM5 eMMC.
|-
 
| '''Versatile Deployment''' ||
* '''Superior Thermal Design:''' Powered by a 120×120mm PWM-controlled fan with up to 63.7CFM airflow, enabling dynamic cooling and consistent performance.
* '''Two Boot Options:'''
#booting from either a standard MicroSD card  
#directly flashing the OS onto the CM5’s onboard eMMC via USB-C
* '''Open Source Support: '''
:Fully compatible with popular open-source NAS operating systems, including openmediavault (OMV) and standard Raspberry Pi OS.
|}


* '''Open-Source Ready: '''Fully compatible with openmediavault (OMV) and other advanced operating systems for customizable NAS solutions.
* '''Professional-Grade Construction: '''Stainless steel hard drive cage with vibration-dampening drive mounts, LED status indicators, and desktop placement flexibility.
==Technical Specification==
==Technical Specification==
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
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| '''Power supply:''' ||
| '''Power supply:''' ||
12Vdc +/-5% 10A
12Vdc ±5% 10A
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| '''Connectivity:''' ||  
| '''Connectivity:''' ||  
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Full-size HDMI 2.0 connector
Full-size HDMI 2.0 connector
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|-
| '''Input power:''' ||
| '''Input power:''' ||
DC power jack x1- 5.5x2.1mm
DC 5521 power jack
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| '''Form factor:''' ||  
| '''Form factor:''' ||  
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'''Testing 2.5Gbps Ethernet on the Raspberry Pi CM5'''
'''Testing 2.5Gbps Ethernet on the Raspberry Pi CM5'''


Use iPerf Tool to Test Network Speed/Bandwidth, Getting max 2.36Gbps
* Use iPerf Tool to Test Network Speed/Bandwidth, Getting max 2.36Gbps


[[File:x1501v1.0-2.5GbE.png|none|thumb|785x785px]]


[[File:x1501v1.0-2.5GbE.png|none|thumb|700x700px]]
* Performance test for write speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder


Performance test for write speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder
[[File:XNAS1-2.5GbE-SSD1-w.png|none|thumb|600x600px]]
[[File:XNAS1-2.5GbE-SSD1-w.png|none|thumb|600x600px]]


Performance test for read speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder
* Performance test for read speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder
 
[[File:XNAS1-2.5GbE-SSD1-r.png|none|thumb|600x600px]]
[[File:XNAS1-2.5GbE-SSD1-r.png|none|thumb|600x600px]]


'''Testing 1Gbps Ethernet on the Raspberry Pi CM5'''
'''Testing 1Gbps Ethernet on the Raspberry Pi CM5'''


Use iPerf Tool to Test Network Speed/Bandwidth, Getting max 961Mbps
* Use iPerf Tool to Test Network Speed/Bandwidth, Getting max 961Mbps


[[File:x1501v1.0-1GbE.png|none|thumb|700x700px]]
[[File:XNAS1-x1501v1.0-1GbE.png|none|thumb|821x821px]]
 
* Performance test for write speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder


Performance test for write speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder
[[File:XNAS1-1GbE-SSD1-w.png|none|thumb|600x600px]]
[[File:XNAS1-1GbE-SSD1-w.png|none|thumb|600x600px]]


Performance test for read speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder
* Performance test for read speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder
 
[[File:XNAS1-1GbE-SSD1-r.png|none|thumb|600x600px]]
[[File:XNAS1-1GbE-SSD1-r.png|none|thumb|600x600px]]



Revision as of 17:57, 1 June 2026

⚠️Important Notes

  • The XNAS1 requires a 12V 10A power supply. Using other voltages may cause damage.
  • The XNAS1 is designed for data storage purposes and does not currently support booting from HDD/SSD with the existing firmware.

Overview

The XNAS1 is an industrial-style NAS enclosure built on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. It offers dual Ethernet (1GbE + 2.5GbE) and supports 4-bay 3.5" SATA drives for high-capacity, high-speed storage.

As a compact and flexible solution, it is fully compatible with openmediavault (OMV), enabling you to create a private cloud, share files across devices, store surveillance footage, and more - all in one reliable system.

Features

High-Speed Networking
  • Dual Ethernet Ports:
1 x 1Gb Ethernet port
1 x 2.5Gb Ethernet port
Massive Storage
  • 4-Bay SATA Support:
4-bay 3.5" HDD enclosure supports up to 88TB total capacity (22TB per drive).
  • PCIe Gen3 Interface:
Integrated PCIe Gen3x1 to 4× SATA 6Gb/s Bridge with RAID support via software, ensuring fast and reliable data transfer with data redundancy options.
Quiet & Cool Design
  • Quiet Cooling System:
Powered by a 120×120mm PWM-controlled fan with up to 63.7CFM airflow, enabling dynamic cooling and consistent performance.
  • Professional-Grade Construction:
Stainless steel hard drive cage with vibration-dampening drive mounts, LED status indicators, and desktop placement flexibility.
Versatile Deployment
  • Two Boot Options:
  1. booting from either a standard MicroSD card
  2. directly flashing the OS onto the CM5’s onboard eMMC via USB-C
  • Open Source Support:
Fully compatible with popular open-source NAS operating systems, including openmediavault (OMV) and standard Raspberry Pi OS.

Technical Specification

Power supply:

12Vdc ±5% 10A

Connectivity:
  • USB-C (OS image loading for CM5 eMMC version)
  • 1Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet
  • 2.5 Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet
  • USB2.0 Type-A
  • USB3.0 Type-A
  • microSD card socket for Compute Module 5 Lite modules
  • PH2.0 4-pin PWM fan connector
  • 6-pin GPIO header
  • RTC CR2032 battery socket
  • 36pin PCIex1 slot
  • 4 x 22pin SATA connector
Video:

Full-size HDMI 2.0 connector

Input power:

DC 5521 power jack

Form factor:

85mm x 87mm

Test Reviews

Test Conditions

  • System board details: Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Lite 2GB RAM
  • Board details: XNAS1 CM5 IO board + XNAS1-4SATA SATA interface board
  • Operation system: Raspberry Pi OS with desktop (Debian13 (trixie), 64bit, Release date: 4 Dec 2025) openmediavault 8.0
  • Storage details: SAMSUNG 750 EVO 120G (To test the maximum read/write speed.)
  • Nework details: Xiaomi WiFi7 router BE6500 2.5G Ethernet port

Performance Comparison: 1G Ethernet vs. 2.5G Ethernet

Testing 2.5Gbps Ethernet on the Raspberry Pi CM5

  • Use iPerf Tool to Test Network Speed/Bandwidth, Getting max 2.36Gbps
  • Performance test for write speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder
  • Performance test for read speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder

Testing 1Gbps Ethernet on the Raspberry Pi CM5

  • Use iPerf Tool to Test Network Speed/Bandwidth, Getting max 961Mbps
  • Performance test for write speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder
  • Performance test for read speeds on an OpenMediaVault (OMV) shared folder

Testing disk drive read speed with hdparm

Packing List

  • XNAS1 carrier board x1
  • XNAS1-4SATA HDD interface board x1
  • Stainless Steel Hard Drive Cage x1
  • HDD mounting plastic guide rail x10
  • XNAS1 mounting bracket x1
  • Screw M2.5x5mm x8
  • PCIe FFC cable 30mm x2

User Manual

FAQ

Q1: Question 1

A: Place the answer here.