Smart voulait grandir. Smart se retrouve à surnager. Et le plus ironique, c’est que son salut pourrait venir de la voiture que ses dirigeants ont eux-mêmes coulée. Parmi les mauvaises décisions stratégiques, le cas de Smart est certainement l'un des plus emblématiques, assez pour être au coeur de l'édito Watt Else du 16 avril 2026.
Les processeurs Core Series 3 d'Intel sont en vente, et ce qui est intéressant ici, c'est moins les specs que l'endroit où ils sont fabriqués.
Ces puces sortent des usines Intel de Hillsboro (Oregon) et Chandler (Arizona), sur le procédé 18A, l'équivalent du 2 nm chez Intel. Pas de TSMC dans la boucle. En 2024, une bonne partie des processeurs Intel pour PC portables était encore gravée chez le fondeur taiwanais. Ce n'est plus le cas.
Côté technique, on est sur de l'entrée de gamme assumée. 6 coeurs (2 performance Cougar Cove + 4 basse consommation Darkmont), 2 coeurs GPU Xe3, un NPU à 17 TOPS et une prise en charge mémoire en simple canal. Du budget pas cher donc.
Les fréquences montent entre 4,3 et 4,8 GHz selon les modèles, avec Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 7 et Bluetooth 6. Intel annonce quand même +47% en mono-coeur et +41% en multi-coeur par rapport au Tiger Lake de 11e génération, ce qui n'est pas rien vu que ces puces datent de 2020.
Le vrai sujet, c'est la technologie 18A elle-même. Le procédé utilise RibbonFET (l'architecture Gate-All-Around qui remplace les FinFET) et PowerVia, la première implémentation industrielle de la distribution d'énergie par l'arrière de la puce.
Intel dit avoir environ un an d'avance sur TSMC sur ce point. C'est cette avance qui pourrait attirer des clients fonderie, et c'est probablement pour ça qu'Intel commence par montrer que le 18A fonctionne en production sur des puces commerciales, même d'entrée de gamme. La démonstration compte autant que le produit.
D'autant plus que le contexte s'y prête. Avec les milliards du CHIPS Act, Intel a massivement investi dans ses usines américaines pour ne plus dépendre de TSMC. Le Core Series 3 est la preuve que cette stratégie commence à se concrétiser sur des produits grand public, pas seulement sur des prototypes de labo.
Plus de 70 modèles de PC portables sont prévus chez Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo, MSI et Samsung d'ici la fin de l'année. Les premiers systèmes sont déjà disponibles, les configurations edge suivront au deuxième trimestre.
C'est la suite logique des Core Ultra Series 3 (Panther Lake), les puces haut de gamme annoncées au CES en janvier et déjà en vente, elles aussi fabriquées sur 18A.
Bref, Intel qui refabrique ses puces sur sol américain et qui montre que son 18A tourne en production, c'est probablement plus important que les specs des puces elles-mêmes.
Source : The Register
Si vous aviez prévu d’acheter un casque de réalité mixte Meta Quest 3 ou Meta Quest 3S, c'est aujourd'hui le bon moment, avant de devoir ajouter quelques euros supplémentaires au panier.
Vous cherchez un jeu à lancer sur votre PS5 mais vous pensez avoir épuisé toutes les idées ? Numerama a regroupé dans cette liste nos coups de cœur de la console de Sony que vous soyez sur Slim ou Pro : une liste de 20 jeux du survival horror au FPS nerveux jusqu'au RPG.
Il ne s’agit pas encore d’une bande-annonce publique, mais d’une « expérience sensorielle ». Lors d'une présentation ultra-privée au CinemaCon de Las Vegas, Denis Villeneuve a projeté les premières minutes de Dune 3. Verdict des rares privilégiés : l’immersion est plus totale, plus sombre et plus impressionnante que jamais.
Avec les modèles USB-C et Pro, les Apple Pencil de première et seconde génération restent toujours disponibles en ligne : il y a autant de stylets que de tablettes chez Apple. Pour s'y retrouver vos mieux avoir ce guide sous la main.
Vue en avant-première par Numerama, la Volkswagen ID.3 Neo marque un vrai tournant. Matériaux, ergonomie, technologie : le constructeur corrige enfin le tir.
Alors que les Pays-Bas ont donné le feu vert pour le FSD, de nombreux propriétaires de Tesla se retrouvent lésés. La problématique est bien connue : les modèles dotés de la brique matérielle HW3 ne sont pas compatibles avec la conduite autonome (supervisée). Un propriétaire a donc lancé une action collective contre le constructeur.
En 2026, le seuil des 25 000 € est devenu le nouveau champ de bataille des constructeurs. Citroën, Renault, Hyundai et sans oublier Dacia : voici les meilleures voitures électriques vendues sous cette barre symbolique.
Jadis, on regardait son poignet uniquement pour ne pas être en retard. Aujourd'hui, on peut y lire son rythme cardiaque, ses messages ou son niveau de stress. La montre connectée est désormais de plus en plus répandue, que ce soit pour le sport ou même pour le quotidien. Reste à savoir quelles sont les références incontournables en 2026. Voici nos recommandations.
En 2026, avec une gamme complète et des critères de bonus écologique de plus en plus stricts, choisir le bon modèle chez Tesla n'a rien d'évident. Ce guide va vous aider à y voir plus clair entre la Model 3, le Model Y, la Model S et le Model X.
C’est la fin du « chèque en blanc » pour Pandora. Malgré des records de recettes qui feraient pâlir n'importe quel studio, Disney a décidé de revoir sa stratégie concernant l'avenir de la franchise de James Cameron. Pour les épisodes 4 et 5 d'Avatar, la firme aux grandes oreilles compte imposer des limites inédites qui pourraient bien changer notre manière de consommer la saga.
Moins de 500 dollars en pièces de casse, un fer à souder et beaucoup de patience : voilà ce qu'il a fallu à un chercheur en sécurité pour faire tourner le calculateur et l'écran tactile d'une Tesla Model 3 sur son bureau, avec le vrai système d'exploitation de la voiture. Le tout récupéré sur des Tesla accidentées.
David Schütz voulait participer au programme de bug bounty de Tesla, mais acheter une Model 3 pour bricoler dessus, c'était un peu au-dessus du budget. Du coup, il s'est tourné vers eBay, où des entreprises de récupération revendent les pièces de Tesla accidentées à l'unité.
Le calculateur principal, qui regroupe le MCU (l'unité de contrôle multimédia) et l'ordinateur Autopilot empilé par-dessus, lui a coûté entre 200 et 300 dollars. L'écran tactile, lui, est parti à 175 dollars. Pour donner une idée de la taille, on est sur un module de la taille d'un iPad mais épais comme un livre de 500 pages, le tout dans un boîtier en métal refroidi par eau.
Le plus compliqué n'a pas été de trouver les pièces, mais de les connecter entre elles. Le câble qui relie l'écran au calculateur utilise un connecteur Rosenberger 6 broches, un composant propriétaire qu'on ne trouve pas à l'unité. David a d'abord tenté sa chance avec un câble LVDS de BMW, sans succès.
Pire, en dénudant des fils pour improviser, des débris sont tombés sur la carte mère et ont grillé un régulateur de tension. Il a fallu racheter un deuxième calculateur, avant qu'un ami identifie la puce exacte et qu'un réparateur local la remplace sur la carte d'origine.
La solution finale : commander le faisceau complet du tableau de bord de la Model 3 pour 80 dollars, un amas de câbles énorme juste pour récupérer le bon connecteur.
Avec une alimentation de labo réglée sur 12 volts et capable de fournir jusqu'à 8 ampères, le système a fini par démarrer. L'écran tactile s'est allumé et le système d'exploitation de la voiture a booté normalement. En branchant un câble Ethernet, David a découvert le réseau interne de la Tesla : le MCU répond sur une adresse IP locale, l'ordinateur Autopilot sur une autre, et un serveur SSH tourne avec un message qui indique que la connexion est autorisée quand le véhicule est stationné.
Sauf que les clés SSH doivent être signées par Tesla. C'est d'ailleurs tout l'intérêt du projet : Tesla propose un programme qui offre un accès root permanent aux chercheurs qui trouvent au moins une faille de type « rooting ». Le résultat sur le bureau, c'est un joyeux bazar de câbles et de composants, mais ça tourne.
Franchement, la démarche est assez marrante. Plutôt que de claquer le prix d'une voiture pour chercher des failles, le bonhomme bricole avec des pièces de casse et arrive quand même à faire booter un vrai système Tesla sur sa table.
Et ça en dit pas mal sur le programme bug bounty de Tesla, qui reste l'un des plus ouverts de l'industrie auto : la marque accepte que des chercheurs fouillent dans ses entrailles, à condition de prouver qu'ils savent y faire. En tout cas on lui souhaite de trouver sa faille, vu le nombre de calculateurs qu'il a grillés en route.
Source : XDavidHu.me
Un développeur a réussi à porter MS-DOS 2.0 sur l'Apple IIe, l'ordinateur personnel d'Apple sorti en 1983. Le projet, baptisé "reboot-camp-83", repose sur une carte d'extension qui embarque un processeur Intel 8088 à 8 MHz.
Le tout communique avec le processeur 6502 de l'Apple II, et le code est en accès libre. Quarante ans de retard, mais le geste est là, et il est plutôt classe.
Seth Kushniryk vient de publier "reboot-camp-83", un projet open source qui permet de faire tourner des applications MS-DOS 2.0 sur un Apple IIe. Pour que ça fonctionne, il faut une carte d'extension AD8088, fabriquée à l'époque par ALF Products.
Cette carte contient un processeur Intel 8088 qui tourne à 8 MHz et qui se branche sur le bus d'extension de l'Apple II. On se retrouve avec deux processeurs dans la même machine : le 6502 d'Apple et le 8088 d'Intel.
Kushniryk a développé un programme "pont" qui fait communiquer les deux processeurs. Il a aussi déplacé ce programme dans une zone différente de la RAM pour libérer de la place et permettre l'affichage en haute résolution.
Le tout a demandé pas mal de travail de débogage, avec entre autres un problème lié à une contrainte non documentée de ProDOS.
Le port est compatible avec la quasi-totalité des logiciels MS-DOS 2.0, à une condition : que le programme n'écrive pas directement dans la mémoire vidéo. C'est une limitation qui exclut pas mal de jeux, mais les applications de productivité et les utilitaires fonctionnent.
Pour l'époque, avoir un processeur à 8 MHz dans un Apple IIe, c'était quand même une sacrée puissance de calcul, et pouvoir lancer des applications DOS en parallèle du système Apple aurait été un vrai avantage.
Le projet est entièrement open source et disponible sur le dépôt git de Kushniryk. Les mises à jour et la documentation sont publiées sur son site personnel.
L'Apple IIe a été commercialisé en 1983, et MS-DOS 2.0 la même année. À l'époque, les cartes coprocesseur existaient déjà pour faire tourner CP/M-86 sur Apple II, mais le port complet de MS-DOS n'avait jamais été finalisé publiquement.
Kushniryk comble ce vide quarante ans plus tard, avec un projet qui relève plus de la prouesse technique et de la passion du rétro-computing que d'un usage pratique.
C'est le genre de projet qui ne sert à rien... et c'est pour ça qu'on l'aime bien. Faire tourner MS-DOS sur un Apple IIe, c'est un peu comme mettre un moteur de Porsche dans une 2CV : ça ne va pas révolutionner les transports, mais ça force le respect.
Le fait que le projet soit open source et bien documenté en fait aussi une ressource intéressante pour ceux qui s'intéressent au fonctionnement des processeurs de cette époque. Franchement, si en 1983 quelqu'un avait pu lancer Lotus 1-2-3 sur son Apple IIe, on en parlerait encore.
Source : Hackaday
Microsoft améliore la fiabilité de Windows 11 avec le déploiement de nouvelles mises à jour dynamiques pour 26H1, 25H2 et 24H2. Elles se nomment KB5079471 et KB5079463
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Les fans de la souris G305 de Logitech pourraient bientôt avoir une alternative à surveiller de près :). La VXE V3 fait parler d'elle.
Cet article VXE V3 : Logitech prépare une alternative plus légère et plus moderne à sa G305 a été publié en premier par GinjFo.
MSI promet de frapper fort avec le MAG CoreLiquid A15 360, un watercooling AIO conçu pour répondre aux exigences des configurations gaming haut de gamme.
Cet article MAG CoreLiquid A15 360 : Petit prix et maxi performance ? a été publié en premier par GinjFo.
The Jonsbo N6 is the latest addition to the company’s long running lineup of DIY NAS focused enclosures, positioned between the compact N4 and the much larger N5. It is designed as a 9 bay desktop NAS chassis that supports both ITX and Micro ATX motherboards, while also introducing several changes compared with earlier Jonsbo designs. These include proper metal drive trays instead of rubber mounted sleds, expanded fan support, flexible PSU placement, and the inclusion of a physical fan controller. After spending the last 2 weeks building, configuring, and testing the N6 in a real world NAS environment, this review looks at how the case performs in practice, how its design decisions affect usability, and where it fits within the wider Jonsbo NAS case range.
| Component Area | Specification |
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| Motherboard Support | Mini ITX, Micro ATX |
| PCIe Expansion Slots | 4 full height |
| PSU Support | ATX up to 220mm, SFX up to 100mm |
| Dual PSU Support | Yes |
| Max CPU Cooler Height | 65mm to 160mm depending on PSU placement |
| Max GPU Length | 275mm to 320mm depending on configuration |
| Drive Interface | SATA via rear backplane |
| Drive Count | 9 x 3.5 inch or 9 x 2.5 inch |
The Jonsbo N6 positions itself as a compact but flexible DIY NAS enclosure that sits neatly between small form factor NAS cases and much larger tower style solutions. It combines a 9 bay storage layout with support for mATX and ITX motherboards, multiple PSU configurations, and extensive cooling options, aiming to address many of the limitations found in earlier Jonsbo NAS designs. In practical use, it delivers solid thermal behavior, manageable noise levels, and a relatively straightforward build process, while also introducing long requested changes such as proper drive trays and integrated fan control. That said, it is not without compromises, particularly around internal clearance when using larger components and the continued reliance on SATA connectors on the backplane. Overall, the N6 feels like a mature evolution of Jonsbo’s NAS lineup, offering meaningful improvements over smaller models like the N2, N3, and N4, while intentionally stopping short of replacing the larger and more expandable N5.
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HARDWARE - 9/10PERFORMANCE - 9/10PRICE - 7/10VALUE - 8/10
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Supports up to 9 x 3.5 inch or 2.5 inch drives, allowing dense storage in a relatively compact footprintCompatible with ITX and Micro ATX motherboards, offering more flexibility than earlier Jonsbo NAS casesFlexible PSU placement with support for ATX and SFX units, including multiple mounting positionsIntegrated drive backplane simplifies installation and reduces individual cable clutterBuilt in 3 speed fan controller provides basic manual airflow control without software dependencyExtensive ventilation on all sides, top, and base helps maintain reasonable thermals under loadDrive trays replace older rubber grommet mounting, making drive installation more straightforwardBuild quality feels solid overall, with steel construction and improved internal layout for cable routing
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Backplane uses individual SATA connectors rather than Mini SAS, limiting appeal for SAS focused buildsClearance becomes tight with Micro ATX boards and larger ATX PSUs, especially around CPU coolingDrive trays lack tool less latches, locks, or orientation indicators, increasing the chance of installation mistakes
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The Jonsbo N6 continues the brand’s established NAS focused design language, combining a compact tower format with a restrained, industrial appearance. The chassis uses a steel construction with aluminum accents and a wooden front trim, which has become a recognizable feature across several recent Jonsbo NAS cases. While the wood insert will not appeal to everyone, it is purely cosmetic and does not interfere with airflow or structural rigidity. Overall dimensions place the N6 clearly below the larger N5, though it is still substantial compared to many ITX cases due to its storage capacity.
Storage is the defining feature of the N6, with support for up to 9 drives in either 3.5 inch HDD or 2.5 inch SSD formats. All drives are housed in a dedicated lower compartment, separated from the motherboard area. This layout helps with cable management and keeps storage thermals isolated from CPU and expansion hardware. The capacity places the N6 in a relatively uncommon position, offering more drive bays than most compact NAS cases without stepping into full tower territory.
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Unlike earlier Jonsbo NAS models that relied on rubber grommets and pull tabs, the N6 uses metal drive trays as standard. Each tray supports both 3.5 inch and 2.5 inch drives and slots directly into a rear mounted backplane. The trays are functional rather than refined, lacking tool less locking mechanisms or individual activity LEDs. However, spacing between drives allows some passive airflow, which is important given the density of a fully populated array.
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All 9 drive trays connect to a single backplane PCB located at the rear of the drive cage. The front side of the board uses individual SATA connectors for each bay, simplifying installation compared to loose cabling. On the output side, the board breaks out into standard SATA data connectors rather than Mini SAS, alongside SATA and Molex power inputs. This choice favors compatibility but limits native SAS support, which may matter to users running enterprise drives or SAS controllers.
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From an installation standpoint, drive access is straightforward, but orientation is something to be careful with. The trays do not include visual indicators for correct alignment, making it possible to insert a drive incorrectly if rushed. While this is not unique to the N6, it does introduce some risk during initial setup or drive swaps. Overall, the storage design prioritizes density and compatibility over convenience features, aligning with the case’s focus on DIY NAS builders rather than hot swap environments.
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The internal layout of the Jonsbo N6 is designed around flexibility rather than absolute clearance, and that becomes clear once hardware installation begins. The case supports Mini ITX and Micro ATX motherboards, but does not officially support full ATX boards, despite physical dimensions that appear close.
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In practice, fitting an ATX board is technically possible but leaves insufficient clearance for cabling, airflow, and component access, making it impractical for most builds. With ITX boards, internal space is generous and largely unobstructed, while Micro ATX installations require more planning due to tighter edge clearances near the drive backplane and PSU mounting areas.
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PSU placement plays a major role in how the internal hardware layout behaves. The N6 supports both ATX and SFX power supplies and allows installation in multiple positions using included brackets. Mounting a full size ATX PSU above the motherboard significantly reduces available CPU cooler height, which can limit cooler selection to low profile or compact tower designs. SFX power supplies offer more flexibility and reduce conflicts around the CPU socket area, particularly when using Micro ATX boards.
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The option for dual PSU installation adds another layer of configurability, but it further increases complexity around airflow paths and cable routing.
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PCIe expansion is relatively strong for a case in this category, with support for up to 4 full height expansion slots. This allows for the use of HBAs, network cards, or even a discrete GPU, provided length and thickness limits are respected. Clearance becomes tight when multiple expansion cards are installed alongside side mounted fans, especially on the lowest slot. Cable routing is generally straightforward, with clear channels and anchor points, but routing SATA or Mini SAS fan out cables is easier if completed before final motherboard installation, particularly in Micro ATX configurations.
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The Jonsbo N6 keeps external connectivity relatively straightforward, with all user facing ports located on the front panel for easy access. This placement makes sense for a NAS chassis that is likely to be positioned on a desk, shelf, or rack adjacent surface rather than frequently accessed from the rear. The front I O layout focuses on essential connectivity rather than attempting to replicate a full desktop case feature set.
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In practical use, the inclusion of a USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C port provides a high bandwidth option for external storage, temporary backups, or maintenance tasks such as system recovery media. Alongside it, the USB 3.0 Type A port offers compatibility with a wide range of existing peripherals. This combination should be sufficient for most NAS focused workflows, where frequent hot swapping of peripherals is uncommon but occasional high speed access is still required.
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Internally, connectivity is more complex and is closely tied to the integrated drive backplane. All 9 drive bays connect through the rear mounted PCB, which uses individual SATA data connectors rather than Mini SAS or SAS HD outputs. Power delivery is handled through a mix of SATA power and Molex connectors, which provides flexibility but may increase cable management complexity depending on the power supply used.
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While functional, this approach places more responsibility on the user to plan cabling carefully, especially in fully populated configurations.
| Feature | Specification |
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| Front USB Type C | USB 3.2 Gen2 |
| Front USB Type A | USB 3.0 |
| Audio I O | Combined headphone and microphone |
| Drive Data Interface | Individual SATA per bay |
| Drive Power Inputs | 2 x SATA power, 2 x Molex |
| Backplane SAS Support | No |
| Front Panel Cabling | Pre routed internal cables |
The Jonsbo N6 and the N5 address similar DIY NAS use cases but sit at different points in the product lineup in terms of capacity and flexibility. The N6 is designed around a nine-bay drive layout with support for ITX and micro-ATX motherboards and compatibility with either ATX or SFX power supplies, offering a balance between storage density and a relatively compact footprint, which makes it suitable for builds that need a significant number of drives without a full tower size. By contrast, the N5 supports up to twelve 3.5-inch drives and up to four 2.5-inch SSDs, and accepts larger motherboard formats including ITX, micro-ATX, ATX, and E-ATX, giving it broader component compatibility and expansion potential.
The N5 also provides more PCIe slots and larger GPU clearance, supporting use cases that may combine NAS storage with workstation-class expansions, and includes a mesh front and more extensive cooling provisions to manage heat in its larger enclosure. Both cases offer USB-C and USB-A front I/O for quick access, but the N5’s larger size and multi-material construction generally result in greater internal space for hardware and cooling options. In practice, the N6 aims to offer a middle ground with substantial drive capacity and flexible power supply choices, while the N5 pushes more towards maximum expandability and support for larger and more powerful builds within the Jonsbo NAS ecosystem
In day to day use, the Jonsbo N6 shows that its performance characteristics are shaped more by component choice than by any inherent limitation of the chassis itself. With a fully populated 9 bay configuration using 7200 RPM hard drives, the case does not introduce noticeable bottlenecks in sustained storage workloads. During extended uptime testing across multiple days, system stability remained consistent, with no unexpected thermal throttling or airflow related instability observed. This aligns with the case design philosophy, which prioritizes open ventilation paths and modular fan placement rather than aggressive acoustic dampening.
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Storage performance testing was carried out using a RAID 0 array across 9 mechanical drives, paired with a workstation class MATX motherboard and a dedicated SATA controller. Sequential read and write speeds reached approximately 2.0 to 2.1 GB/s in CrystalDiskMark, indicating that the enclosure itself does not constrain throughput. These figures are primarily governed by controller bandwidth, PCIe lane allocation, and drive characteristics, rather than the internal backplane. Random access behavior remained typical for high capacity HDD arrays, with no anomalies linked to vibration or drive seating within the metal trays.
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Noise testing was conducted under multiple operating conditions to evaluate how the N6 behaves in real environments rather than synthetic silence. At idle with fans set to the lowest manual setting and drives spun down, measured noise levels hovered around 37 to 39 dBA. Under active disk access with the same fan profile, noise increased modestly to around 41 to 44 dBA, with most audible output coming from the rear exhaust area. Increasing the fan controller to mid and high settings resulted in only marginal increases, topping out around 43 to 44 dBA, suggesting diminishing returns in airflow relative to acoustic output.
Thermal measurements were taken after the system had been operating continuously for roughly 2.5 days, followed by active load and cooldown observation. Drive temperatures during idle periods generally sat between 25°C and 28°C, with active access pushing internal drive area temperatures to around 42°C. Surface readings across the chassis showed consistent heat distribution, with the rear PCB area and PSU zone measuring close to 42°C, while the top and side panels remained closer to ambient at roughly 26°C to 27°C. These results indicate that while airflow around the drive backplane is not optimal, overall thermal behavior remains within acceptable limits for a 9 bay enclosure.
| Test Area | Result |
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| Sequential Read Speed | ~2.0 to 2.1 GB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | ~2.0 to 2.1 GB/s |
| Idle Noise Level | 37 to 39 dBA |
| Load Noise Level | 41 to 44 dBA |
| Idle Drive Temperature | 25°C to 28°C |
| Load Drive Area Temperature | ~42°C |
| PSU Area Temperature | ~41.8°C to 42°C |
After extended hands on use, the Jonsbo N6 positions itself as a compact but ambitious DIY NAS enclosure that sits clearly between the smaller N4 and the larger, more expansive N5. It delivers a high storage density with 9 drive bays while introducing support for Micro ATX motherboards, which meaningfully expands hardware choice compared with earlier Jonsbo NAS cases. Build quality is consistent with the brand’s established approach, using thick steel panels, simple exterior styling, and a layout that prioritizes airflow potential and internal flexibility over visual flair. The inclusion of drive trays, a physical fan controller, multiple PSU mounting options, and extensive fan support marks a clear evolution over previous generations.
That said, the N6 is not without compromises. ATX motherboard support is effectively absent despite tight tolerances, cooling outcomes remain highly dependent on fan selection and placement, and the backplane design relies on standard SATA connections rather than SAS aggregation. Pricing at launch also places it in a competitive bracket where expectations are higher, particularly around refinement of drive trays and airflow optimization around the disk stack. For users who found the N5 too large or excessive but felt constrained by the N3 or N4, the N6 fills a specific and practical gap. It does not replace the N5 as a flagship option, but it stands as a capable and thoughtfully designed alternative for builders who value density, flexibility, and manageable footprint over absolute expansion.
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The QNAP QNA-UC10G2T is a USB 4 to dual 10GbE adapter built for systems that lack native high-speed network expansion and need dependable multi-gig connectivity through a single Type C port. It provides 2 x 10GBASE-T copper ports, supports multi-speed operation from 10Gbps down to 100Mbps, and includes full driver support for Windows 11, macOS 12.7 to 15.4, and Ubuntu 22.04. Internally it uses dedicated AQC113 controllers for each port, allowing the OS to treat the adapter as two distinct NICs and enabling features such as SMB Multi Channel for aggregated bandwidth. The enclosure is a passive full-metal heatsink that spreads thermal load through a multi stage cooling structure, which your testing confirmed remained below typical thermal expectations even during 24-hour sustained transfers. As a premium module priced significantly higher than generic USB 4 adapters, it is designed for users who require stable long-duration performance, predictable throughput, and compatibility with modern USB 4 or Thunderbolt 3 and 4 hosts rather than the improvised multi controller designs seen in low cost alternatives.
The QNAP QNA-UC10G2T is a premium dual-port 10GbE adapter built around USB 4, designed for users who need stable, sustained multi gigabit performance rather than the inconsistent behaviour often seen in low cost USB network adapters. Its dual AQC113 controllers provide two discrete interfaces that operate independently at full speed, which allows for reliable SMB Multi Channel operation and predictable multi stream transfers. The all metal chassis functions as a multi stage passive heatsink, keeping temperatures stable during long workloads and preventing throttling even after hours of continuous access. Performance closely matches QNAP’s published figures, with both ports maintaining high throughput when paired with capable NVMe based systems. Driver installation is required on all supported platforms, and the adapter is not currently usable when plugged directly into most NAS operating systems, which limits flexibility. The price is considerably higher than generic USB 4 network adapters, but for professionals who rely on consistent 10GbE throughput on laptops, workstations, or compact systems without PCIe expansion, the QNA-UC10G2T offers a stable, well engineered solution that prioritises long term reliability over entry level cost.
The QNA-UC10G2T uses a solid metal chassis that functions as a structural shell and a primary thermal dissipation surface, giving it a distinctive weight and density compared with typical USB network dongles. The outer enclosure is machined with large surface area ridges that extend across the top panel, while the base remains flat to maintain direct thermal contact with the internal controllers. This physical design is not decorative but exists to distribute heat from the AQC113 chips into the enclosure walls and then outward into the surrounding airflow. Its appearance is closer to a purpose built passive heatsink than a consumer accessory, which mirrors the product’s emphasis on maintaining stability during sustained high throughput workloads.
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Internally the design is organized around a single board layout that places both controllers on the lower PCB surface, pressed directly against the internal heat spreader via thermal pads and paste. This arrangement ensures that the highest heat generating components transfer their thermal output into the metal layers with minimal resistance. Above this, the chassis integrates a second stage aluminium heat spreader that covers the width of the unit, supported by an additional top panel that completes the third passive cooling stage. This layered thermal design reflects a more methodical architecture than the mixed component assemblies found in low cost USB 4 to network adapters, which commonly rely on bridging older interfaces and produce unpredictable heat patterns under load.
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The fanless approach is a key design choice, giving the adapter completely silent operation during heavy transfers. In your testing, the enclosure maintained stable temperatures even after several minutes of saturation, typically remaining in the 47 to 51 degree range depending on activity and ambient levels. This thermal profile suggests that the shell’s passive system prevents hot spots and avoids the typical thermal throttling behaviour found in cheaper adapters, especially those built around multiple controllers stacked on different interconnected PCB modules. The predictable cooling also assists long term reliability for users who expect constant 10GbE connectivity during file editing, remote rendering, or multi channel transfers.
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The physical I/O layout consists of a single USB 4 Type C port on one end and 2 x 10GBASE T ports on the opposite face, keeping cable paths separated to prevent mechanical strain or excess heat mingling between connectors. The RJ45 ports support Cat 6a cabling as recommended by QNAP and can operate across 10Gbps, 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps, and 100Mbps speeds depending on the switch or device connected. While minimalistic, this separation aligns with the use case of the adapter as a mobile or desktop expansion tool where the position of cables may influence airflow and heat shedding around the chassis.
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The cooling strategy also reflects QNAP’s intention for the adapter to be used in long-running, high-intensity environments rather than short bursts. During your extended 24 hour tests, the chassis maintained consistent thermal readings, with the USB side remaining cooler than the network interface side. The overall thermal balance avoided thermal spikes, which is essential for dual port operation where simultaneous read and write tasks across two 10GbE channels can push less optimized adapters into throttling. By spreading heat evenly across the frame, the device sustains performance in ways that improvised USB 4 adapters often fail to achieve during multi hour workloads.
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Inside the QNA-UC10G2T, the hardware is centred around two AQC113 controllers, each dedicated to one 10GbE port. This avoids the shared bandwidth and internal bottlenecks that occur in budget adapters that route multiple ports through a single controller or bridge older chipsets together. Each controller appears to have a direct path to the USB 4 interface, allowing the host operating system to detect two independent network interfaces. This structure is essential for features such as SMB Multi Channel, NIC bonding, and network segmentation, since it ensures that both ports operate with consistent throughput rather than competing for limited controller resources. The hardware layout intentionally avoids stacked modules or mixed technology bridges, creating a predictable and uniform architecture.
Connectivity through the USB 4 Type C interface is built to support both USB 4 and Thunderbolt 3 and 4 on most systems. QNAP includes a 1m USB 4 certified cable in the package to ensure full bandwidth without relying on third party cables that may deliver reduced link speeds. Host compatibility extends to Windows 11, macOS 12.7 to 15.4, and Ubuntu 22.04, although all require installation of the Marvell AQtion driver to enable proper operation. This software dependency reflects the adapter’s use of high performance controllers that are not handled by generic drivers. The device is not compatible with ARM based Windows systems, which limits use with some compact laptops and tablets but aligns with the adapter’s focus on fully featured desktop and workstation class hardware.
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The dual 10GBASE T ports support 10Gbps, 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps, and 100Mbps operation and auto negotiate based on the connected switch or device. This makes the adapter usable in mixed infrastructure where not all devices run at 10GbE rates. The reliance on RJ45 also gives it broad physical compatibility, making it suitable for direct PC to NAS connections, multi port NAS access, or integration with 10GbE switches. Your testing confirmed that the independent controllers allowed each port to reach close to saturation independently and operate simultaneously with sustained transfer rates across both links.
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The internal hardware layout also supports clear network identification through the OS. When connected, the adapter exposes two discrete interfaces, each carrying its own MAC address, speed negotiation, and jumbo frame support. This allows users to create dedicated VLANs, segment traffic, or assign separate subnets without the limitations seen in single controller USB adapters that present only one interface for both ports. The device is therefore capable of acting as a genuine dual port NIC rather than a multi port breakout filtered through a single internal path. In testing, each interface responded consistently when used with tools such as iperf and CrystalDisk, confirming symmetric behaviour between both controllers.
While the adapter is designed primarily for client devices, your testing highlighted that direct USB 4 to 10GbE connectivity on NAS platforms remains limited. Most NAS operating systems lack mature USB 4 drivers or Thunderbolt over IP integration, which prevented the adapter from functioning when connected directly to TrueNAS or Unraid. This reflects current software gaps rather than a hardware limitation, and future NAS platforms with USB 4 or Thunderbolt support may unlock additional use cases. For now, the hardware is best suited to upgrading laptops, mini PCs, and workstations where USB 4 is available and supported through platform level drivers.
In practical testing, the QNA-UC10G2T delivered sustained throughput that closely aligned with QNAP’s published figures, with both ports maintaining stable operation during long running transfers. When used with IP based benchmarking tools, each 10GbE connection reached near saturation independently, confirming that the internal controllers can deliver full bandwidth without cross interference. During concurrent testing where two separate sessions targeted different devices, both ports maintained consistent performance levels, which demonstrated the benefit of having two discrete AQC113 controllers rather than a single shared architecture that would introduce contention under load.
The adapter also showed strong results during SMB based file transfers, which typically stress both network performance and host storage. Using high speed NVMe backed devices such as the Minisforum MSS1 Max and the Asustor Flashstor Gen 2, throughput regularly approached the upper limits of a single 10GbE link and in some cases exceeded 13 to 14 Gbps combined when SMB Multi Channel was enabled. This reflected not only raw link speed but the ability of the device to maintain a stable, predictable data path without drops or thermal throttling. The performance was also consistent during repeated transfers, confirming sustained operation rather than peak only figures.
Thermal stability had a direct impact on performance, and the adapter’s multi stage passive cooling structure prevented heat buildup during heavy access. After several minutes of continuous transfer, external surface readings typically ranged from 47 to 51 degrees depending on the measurement point, with the USB interface side remaining cooler than the network side. Even after 24 hours of operation, temperatures remained within a narrow range, and throughput did not degrade. This behaviour contrasts with budget adapters built from stacked controller layers, which often throttle or lose throughput when thermals rise beyond the enclosure’s capacity to dissipate heat.
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The adapter performed best when paired with systems that support jumbo frames, high performance modes, and direct NVMe based storage, since these environments can fully exploit dual 10GbE bandwidth. On platforms that lack USB 4 optimisation or rely on generic drivers, performance may vary, and your testing confirmed that most NAS operating systems were unable to recognise the adapter due to limited Thunderbolt or USB 4 networking support. For desktop and mobile clients, however, the performance remained consistent and aligned closely with QNAP’s internal lab measurements, provided that the user installed the appropriate drivers and used the supplied USB 4 certified cable.
The QNA-UC10G2T positions itself as a specialised tool for users who require reliable dual 10GbE connectivity through a single USB 4 port and are prepared to invest in a more robust architecture than the improvised solutions found in low cost adapters. Its metal chassis, multi stage passive cooling design, and independent AQC113 controllers result in predictable behaviour during long duration workloads, with sustained throughput that remains close to full 10GbE saturation on both ports. The requirement for platform specific drivers and the lack of NAS side support limits its flexibility in certain environments, yet for desktop systems, laptops, and compact workstations, the adapter provides one of the most stable USB based 10GbE implementations currently available.
Although priced well above many alternatives, the hardware and performance characteristics position it for users who prioritise reliability over entry level cost. Photographers, editors, engineers, and remote teams who depend on consistent multi gig file transfers may find the premium justified, especially when mobility or small form factor systems prevent installation of PCIe cards. For users simply seeking an inexpensive path to 10GbE, the high cost will be difficult to justify, but for those needing dependable, long term dual port connectivity in a portable form, the QNA-UC10G2T delivers a focused and technically capable solution.
| QNAP QNA-UC10G2T Adapter PROs | QNAP QNA-UC10G2T Adapter CONs |
| • Dual AQC113 controllers provide two fully independent 10GbE interfaces • Sustained throughput remains close to line speed on both ports during long transfers • Multi stage passive cooling design maintains stable thermals without throttling • Full metal chassis acts as a large heat spreader for consistent performance • Broad client OS compatibility with Windows 11, macOS 12.7 to 15.4, and Ubuntu 22.04 • Supports SMB Multi Channel for aggregated bandwidth beyond a single 10GbE link • USB 4 architecture avoids the bandwidth contention common in low cost adapters |
• High purchase price compared with consumer grade USB to 10GbE adapters • Requires manual driver installation on all supported platforms • Limited or no support when connected directly to most NAS operating systems at the moment |
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