The TerraMaster F4-425 Pro is a diskless 4-bay desktop NAS with an 8-core Intel N305 processor, 8GB DDR5, dual 5GbE ports, and three M.2 slots, suited to home users and small teams managing backups, media, and demanding file-transfer or multitasking workloads.
Recommended For
- Home users who want to keep family photos, backups, and a shared 4K media library on their own network rather than relying only on cloud storage.
- Video editors or small creative teams who work with large files over a wired local network and want shared NAS storage; TerraMaster specifically positions the model for collaborative video editing.
- Home-lab users who want one always-on box for shared storage plus Docker containers or lightweight virtual machines, and are comfortable managing NAS software and services.
- Households or small offices planning a multi-drive storage pool they can expand over time, including users who value flexible drive-capacity combinations and backup options.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- A household wants one place for computer backups and shared files; scheduled backup tools can centralize copies across devices, while shared folders make files available on the home network.
- Someone building a home movie and music library can run Plex, Jellyfin, or Emby from the NAS and stream stored media to compatible TVs and other devices on the network.
- A home-lab user can host Docker containers or virtual machines alongside file storage, consolidating smaller services—such as development or testing apps—on one device.
- A small office can use it to keep shared work files and backup jobs on the same network storage; users with compatible multi-gigabit networking can also move large files faster than with a standard gigabit connection.
- A homeowner or small business setting up camera recording can use the NAS’s surveillance software to store footage centrally; remote viewing requires appropriate network and app setup.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Four-bay desktop NAS for personal-cloud backups and media streaming, with SATA drive bays and M.2 SSD slots |
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| Processor And Core Count | Intel N305 8-core processor |
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| Memory Configuration | 8GB DDR5 installed |
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| Storage And Expansion | Four SATA bays; three M.2 SSD slots; diskless system with a listed maximum capacity of 152 TB (32TB x 4 + 8TB x 3) |
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| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10; TRAID |
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| Ports And Connectivity | Two 5GbE RJ-45 ports and four USB 3.2 host ports: one front and three rear |
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| Operating System And AI | TOS 7 operating system with OpenClaw AI agent |
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| Compatible Devices | Windows, Mac, and Linux computers; Android and iOS devices |
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| Physical Design | Silver aluminum tabletop enclosure; 8.62 inches deep × 7.13 inches wide × 5.91 inches high; 2.9 kg |
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| Model Identifiers | TerraMaster AI-Native NAS, F4-425 Pro (N305) |
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