Unboxing Terramaster F4-424 Pro
First impressions on Terramaster F4-424 Pro NAS device
Unpacking
The package and box with accessories
Accessories
Overview of accessories
The TerraMaster F4-424 Pro comes with a modest accessory kit:
- Power supply unit (PSU)
- Ethernet cable
- Screws: For mounting 2.5” drives
- Stickers: For labeling drive bays
Instead of a comprehensive manual, TerraMaster includes information about their limited warranty, compensation promises, and a quick installation guide that directs users to their website for detailed instructions.
Power supply unit
The included power supply unit has an output of 12 VDC and 7.5 A, delivering a maximum of 90 Watts of power.
Chassis
Frontside of the chassis 
The chassis from another side 
The chassis from behind 
The chassis from bottom, air vents
The Disk Bay
The drive sledge with plastic fasteners 
Plastic fasteners with pivots 
The drive bay and 12 mm fan back of the chassis 
Drive bay numbering and LED indicators
| Indicator | Description |
|---|---|
| HDD | Blinking green: Reading or writing |
| HDD | Off: No hard drive |
| Power | On: Device Powered on |
| Power | Off: Device powered off |
LED behaviour from support site
NVMe slots 
Official instructions on NVME installation Two NVMe slots are located internally, requiring removal of two screws and the side panel to access the motherboard. While this design provides a clean exterior, it might be a minor inconvenience for frequent upgrades or maintenance.
Conclusion
Overall, the TerraMaster F4-424 Pro feels solidly built, with rubber feet and a weight of 3.4 kilograms (diskless) that should help minimize vibrations – a plus for hard drive longevity. However, the 120 mm fan at the back raises a few concerns about placement. It blows air directly out the rear, meaning the device can’t be placed too close to a wall or in a shallow shelf.
The discrepancy between advertised and officially supported memory capacity also gives pause, and I’ll be looking closely at actual performance later. But on first glance, this NAS seems like a promising contender for my homelab upgrade.
Specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Processor Model | Intel® Core™ i3-N305 |
| Processor Architecture | X.86 64-bit |
| Processor Frequency | Max burst up to 3.8 GHz |
| Hardware Encryption Engine | ✓ |
| Hardware Transcoding Engine | H.264, H.265, MPEG-4, VC-1; maximum resolution: 4K (4096 x 2160); maximum frame rate per second (FPS): 60 |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| System Memory | 32 GB DDR5 non-ECC SODIMM |
| Pre-installed Memory module | 32 GB DDR5 non-ECC SODIMM (1x 32 GB) |
| Total Memory Slot Number | 1 (DDR5 SODIMM) |
| Maximum Supported Memory | 32 GB DDR5 non-ECC SODIMM |
| Storage | |
|---|---|
| Disk Slot Number | 4 |
| Compatible Drive types | 3.5” SATA HDD |
| 2.5” SATA HDD | |
| 2.5” SATA SSD | |
| Maximum Internal Raw Storage Capacity | 88 TB (22 TB x4) (Capacity may vary by RAID types) |
| Drive Hot Swap | ✓ |
| External Ports | |
|---|---|
| RJ-45 1GbE Network Jack | / |
| RJ-45 2.5GbE Network Jack | 2 |
| RJ-45 10GbE Network Jack | / |
| SFP+ 10GbE Network Jack | / |
| USB3.2 Host Port | 2(10Gbps) |
| USB2.0 Host Port | / |
| COM | / |
| HDMI | 1(HDMI 2.1) |
| VGA | / |
| PCIe Slots | / |
| M.2 2280 NVMe Slot | 2 |
| Appearance | |
|---|---|
| Size (HWD) | 222 x 179 x 154 mm |
| Packaging Size (HWD) | 300 x 275 x 186 mm |
| Weight | 3.4 kg |
| Others | |
|---|---|
| System Fan | 120 x 120 x 25 mm 1PCS |
| Fan Mode | Smart, High speed, Middle speed, Low speed |
| Noise Level | 21.0 dB(A) （Using 2 SATA HDDs/SSDs in standby mode; Test environment noise: 17.3 dB(A); Test distance: 1 m） |
| Power Supply | 90 W |
| Redundancy Power Supply | / |
| AC Input Voltage | 100 V - 240 V |
| Current Frequency | 50/60 Hz, Single frequency |
| Power Consumption | 33.0 W (Fully loaded Seagate 4TB ST4000VN008 hdds in read/write state) |
| 13.0 W (Fully loaded Seagate 4 TB ST4000VN008 hdds in hibernation) | |
| Limited warranty | 2 years |
| Certificate | FCC, CE, CCC, KC |
| Environment | RoHS, WEEE |
| Temperature | |
| Working Temperature | 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C ~ 60°C (-5°F ~ 140°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% ~ 95% RH |
| Package Contents | |
|---|---|
| Host unit (x1) | |
| Power cord (x1) | |
| Power Adapter(x1) | |
| RJ-45 network cable (x1) | |
| Quick Installation Guide (x1) | |
| Limited Warranty Note(x1) | |
| Screws(a few) |
Source: https://www.terra-master.com/global/products/homesoho-nas/f4-424-pro.html?page=menu&mid=1494