H-Series

TrueNAS H-Series

Powerful. Flexible. Future-proof. Hybrid storage for businesses.

Hybrid Storage for Businesses and Edge Environments

The TrueNAS H-Series delivers enterprise performance through the flexible combination of NVMe SSDs and HDDs. With optional dual-controller high availability and NVMe support, the H-Series offers the ideal balance between performance and capacity.

Based on OpenZFS, the H-Series supports file, block and object storage in a unified system. Whether as primary storage, backup target or edge storage -- the H-Series is versatile and reliable.

Hybrid storage with NVMe and HDD

Optional dual-controller high availability

OpenZFS for file, block and object storage

NVMe caching for accelerated access

Modular architecture for flexible expansion

Enterprise features without licence costs

Performance Features of the H-Series

Enterprise features for maximum flexibility and reliability.

Modular Architecture

Flexible configuration of drives, controllers and network interfaces. Expandable without service interruption.

Intelligent Storage Optimisation

Inline compression, deduplication and thin provisioning maximise effective capacity without performance compromises.

Unlimited Snapshots & Replication

Space-efficient snapshots and asynchronous replication for data protection and disaster recovery.

Optional High Availability

Dual-controller HA with transparent failover. No data loss and no downtime in the event of a controller failure.

Use Cases

The H-Series is versatile -- from classic enterprise use to edge infrastructure.

Small and Medium Businesses

Central data storage with enterprise features at an economical price.

Virtualisation Environments

High-performance iSCSI and NFS storage for VMware, Proxmox and Hyper-V.

Media Production

High bandwidth and low latency for video editing and content creation.

Backup & Archiving

Cost-effective backup target with snapshots, replication and compression.

Edge Infrastructure

Compact systems for distributed locations with centralised management and replication.

TrueNAS H-Series Models

Hybrid storage in three performance tiers -- flexibly configurable.

Specification	TrueNAS H10	TrueNAS H20	TrueNAS H30
Storage type	Hybrid or all-flash	Hybrid or all-flash	Hybrid or all-flash
Dual controller (HA)	Optional	Optional	Optional
CPU per controller	4 cores (8 threads)	10 cores (20 threads)	20 cores (40 threads)
RAM (max.)	64 - 128 GB	128 - 256 GB	256 GB
Read cache (max.)	3.2 TB NVMe SSD	2x 3.2 TB NVMe SSD	2x 6.4 TB NVMe SSD
Write cache (max.)	NVMe SSD	NVMe SSD	2x NVMe SSD
Onboard network	4x 1GBase-T	4x 1GBase-T	4x 1GBase-T + 2x 10GBase-T
Additional network (optional)	Up to 4x 10/25 GbE	Up to 4x 10/25 GbE or 2x 10/25 + 2x 40/100 GbE	Up to 4x 10/25 GbE or 2x 10/25 + 2x 40/100 GbE
Fibre Channel	2x 16 Gb	2x 16 Gb	2x 32 Gb
Max. throughput	2 GB/s	4 GB/s	8 GB/s
Max. raw capacity	1.5 PB	2.5 PB	2.5 PB
Effective hybrid capacity *	3 PB	5 PB	5 PB
Max. NVMe flash (raw)	180 TB	360 TB	720 TB
Effective NVMe capacity *	360 TB	720 TB	1.5 PB
Expansion units	1x ES24, ES60	1x ES24, ES60 or ES102	1x ES24, ES60 or ES102
Avg. power consumption	200 W	300 W	400 W
Peak power consumption	250 W	350 W	450 W
Heat dissipation	700 BTU/h	1000 BTU/h	1400 BTU/h

* Effective capacity with compression and deduplication (approx. 2:1).

Conclusion

The TrueNAS H-Series combines powerful performance with a compact design. Ideal for businesses seeking a high-performance, energy-efficient and cost-effective storage solution with enterprise features -- without licence costs or compromises on quality.

Your Advantages with DATAZONE

We support you from initial consulting through implementation to ongoing operations. As an experienced TrueNAS partner, we ensure that your H-Series is optimally configured and integrated into your existing infrastructure.

Consulting & Planning

Needs analysis and tailored configuration for your requirements.

Implementation & Migration

Professional installation and data migration with minimal downtime.

24x365 Support

Personal point of contact and rapid assistance around the clock.

Scaling from TB to PB

Modular expansion of your storage capacity -- whenever you need it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes the TrueNAS H-Series?

The H-Series is a hybrid storage system that combines NVMe SSDs and HDDs. It offers the ideal balance between high performance and large capacity for businesses and edge environments.

Does the H-Series support high availability?

Yes, all H-Series models (H10, H20, H30) offer optional dual-controller high availability with transparent failover -- without data loss in the event of a controller failure.

What use cases is the H-Series suitable for?

The H-Series is suitable for virtualisation (VMware, Proxmox, Hyper-V), media production, backup and archiving, as well as edge storage at distributed locations.

How much storage capacity does the TrueNAS H-Series offer?

Depending on the model, raw capacity reaches up to 2.5 PB (H20/H30). With compression and deduplication, the effective capacity doubles to up to 5 PB.

What network connectivity does the H-Series offer?

The H-Series provides 4x 1GBase-T as standard and can optionally be expanded with 10/25 GbE or 40/100 GbE. Fibre Channel with up to 32 Gb is also supported.

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