Asustor has revealed its latest line of desktop NAS units under the Lockerstor Gen2+ brand. These models come in 2-bay, 4-bay, and 6-bay configurations, and offer up to 212 TB of combined storage, including 32 TB via M.2 SSDs. While the design and feature set are impressive, the system runs on Intel’s aging Celeron N5105 chip.
Lockerstor Gen2+ powered by a quad-core Intel chip
All models in the Lockerstor Gen2+ series use Intel’s Celeron N5105, a quad-core CPU with modest performance. First released in 2021, the chip clocks at 2 GHz base and boosts up to 2.9 GHz. Though outdated by current standards, it still provides reliable power for general NAS workloads and home office use.
The systems support up to 16 GB of DDR4-2933 RAM, giving users just enough headroom for multi-user file access or light virtualization.
Lockerstor Gen2+ features high-speed dual 5GbE ports
Networking is a clear strength in the Lockerstor Gen2+ lineup. Each model includes dual 5 Gbps Ethernet ports, and through SMB multichannel support, users can achieve a combined bandwidth of 10 Gbps. There’s also a free PCIe slot if you want to upgrade to full 10 GbE networking later.
Expansion options and total capacity
Whether you choose the 2-bay, 4-bay, or 6-bay unit, all models offer serious upgrade potential. Each includes:
- Dual 5GbE ports
- Up to 6 drive bays (2.5″ or 3.5″)
- 4 x M.2 NVMe slots (PCIe 3.0, tool-free)
- HDMI 2.0b port
- Dual USB 3.2 Gen2 and USB 2.0 ports
The 6-bay model can store up to 212 TB, making it one of the most spacious fanless NAS systems in this segment.
Pricing makes it a value pick
Asustor has priced the Lockerstor Gen2+ lineup competitively, with each tier offering more storage and RAM. Here’s the current breakdown:
- Lockerstor 2 Gen2+ (2-bay, 4 GB RAM) – $469.99
- Lockerstor 4 Gen2+ (4-bay, 4 GB RAM) – $619.99
- Lockerstor 6 Gen2+ (6-bay, 8 GB RAM) – $819.99
While the CPU may not excite power users, the feature set, capacity, and networking chops make it a strong choice for serious home users and small offices alike.
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