qnap Switching from QTS to HexOS on QNAP QGD-3014-16PT – Seeking Advice

[itshuta]

Hi everyone,

I’m looking to completely move away from QTS and install HexOS on my QNAP QGD-3014-16PT. Now that HAOS has been confirmed to work on HexOS, I feel this is the right time to make the switch.

Here’s my hardware setup:

• Model: QNAP QGD-3014-16PT
• CPU: Intel Celeron J4125 (Quad-Core, 2.0GHz, burst up to 2.7GHz)
• RAM: 8GB DDR4 (Upgradeable)
• Storage:
  • 1x NVMe SSD (currently unused, considering it for HexOS installation)
  • 4x SATA HDDs (used for storage)
• Network: Built-in managed PoE switch with 16x GbE ports + 2x 10GbE SFP+
• BIOS/UEFI: Supports booting from USB

My goal is to completely remove QTS and have HexOS running as the primary OS, ideally installed on the NVMe. I also plan to run HAOS as a VM or LXC inside HexOS.

I have a few questions:

1. Are there any known compatibility issues with this hardware?
2. Would it be best to install HexOS directly on the NVMe, or should I use one of the SATA drives instead?
3. Any special steps needed for migrating away from QTS and setting up HexOS properly?
4. Any potential gotchas with the networking setup, considering the integrated managed switch?

I’d really appreciate any insights or recommendations from those who have done similar migrations. Thanks in advance!

[Sonic]

I don't have experience with this specific device, but maybe my answers can point you in the right direction.
In any case, here’s a useful guide:
TrueNAS Scale on a QNAP NAS - Installation Guide

questions:

Are there any known compatibility issues with this hardware?
TrueNAS / HexOS should be able to run on this QNAP. You can always give it a try. I would remove the HDDs and install HexOS on the SSD first. Then, check if everything works. If it does, you can install the HDDs as well (make sure to back up your data!). If it doesn’t work, you can easily revert to QTS.

Would it be best to install HexOS directly on the NVMe, or should I use one of the SATA drives instead?
Directly on the NVMe. I’d recommend installing a second NVMe of the same size and setting them up in a mirror configuration.

Any special steps needed for migrating away from QTS and setting up HexOS properly?
Check out this guide:
TrueNAS Scale on a QNAP NAS - Installation Guide

Any potential gotchas with the networking setup, considering the integrated managed switch?
No idea. 🤷‍♂️

 

[Sonic]

HexOS is not yet as feature-rich as QTS, but you’ll be part of an exciting journey! 🙂 It's good to keep that in mind when setting your expectations.

[itshuta]

It is all about the journey. 🥰

Edited February 4 by itshuta