Choosing NAS storage & drives comes down to a practical tradeoff: do you want a more specifically configured unit, or a lower-priced network storage option with a clearly stated connection type? The QNAP TS-809 Pro and D-Link DNR-326 serve different priorities, so the right choice depends on how you plan to use the hardware.
Quick verdict
Choose the QNAP TS-809 Pro if the installed 128GB SSD and iSCSI target-server role matter to your setup. Choose the D-Link DNR-326 if an explicit Ethernet interface is the deciding attribute and you want the lower listed price: $50.00 versus $297.49 for the QNAP. Both units are used, so condition is part of the decision either way.
Side-by-side comparison
| Product | Price | Listed configuration | Key consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| QNAP TS-809 Pro | USD 297.49 | 8-bay desktop external HDD; Model TS-809 Pro | Power cord is not included |
| D-Link DNR-326 | USD 50.00 | Black desktop unit; Network Attached Storage type | Requires a 12V Adapter and is marked "Sold as is" |
Where each product wins
QNAP TS-809 Pro
The QNAP wins when the explicitly stated 8-bay format is the priority. That gives the product a clearly defined role for shoppers considering a multi-drive desktop enclosure, without requiring assumptions about performance or compatibility. Its TS-809 Pro model designation also makes it easier to distinguish from the more general D-Link unit when planning around a specific NAS model.
D-Link DNR-326
The D-Link wins when a black desktop NAS unit for a home or office network fits the plan. Its description focuses on storing, backing up, and accessing files across a network, while the $50.00 price keeps the purchase decision centered on a smaller initial outlay. The 12V Adapter requirement is the main practical condition attached to that choice.
Product notes
QNAP TS-809 Pro Turbo NAS and an iSCSI target server 8 bay Tower Core 2 Duo 2.8
The QNAP TS-809 Pro makes sense for shoppers who want a defined storage configuration with an installed 128GB SSD in bay 1 and an iSCSI target-server role called out in its title. The description says the drive ships with the unit, making that configuration part of the purchase rather than an add-on to plan around. Its used condition is an important qualifier, and the unit does not include a power cord; the description identifies a standard desktop-PC type cord as the required kind. That missing accessory is the practical limitation to weigh before choosing it. Select the QNAP when the drive-included configuration and iSCSI wording suit your network better than a lower entry price.
D-Link Network Attached Storage NAS Desktop Unit, Ethernet, Black #DNR-326
The D-Link DNR-326 is a sensible fit for a shopper who wants the selection anchored to a stated Ethernet interface and a Network Attached Storage type. Its black desktop-unit description keeps the use case focused on storing and accessing files across a home or office network. The practical limitation is its power requirement: a 12V Adapter is required. The item is also marked Used and "Sold as is," so that wording matters when deciding whether the unit fits your expectations. Choose D-Link when Ethernet connectivity is the deciding attribute and the adapter requirement works for your setup; the configuration is less suitable if you specifically need the QNAP's installed drive or iSCSI role.
Final choice by use case
- Choose the QNAP when you want a unit that ships with an installed drive and the iSCSI target-server role is relevant to your storage plan.
- Choose the D-Link when the required 12V Adapter is workable and the "Sold as is" condition suits your purchase decision.
For shoppers prioritizing the explicitly defined multi-bay format, the QNAP is the clearer match. For shoppers focused on Ethernet network storage at the $50.00 price point, the D-Link is the more direct fit.
