Zettlab Launches AI-Powered NAS Line
Zettlab, a Shenzhen-based startup founded by former engineers from DJI, Huawei, and ByteDance, has introduced two new Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices, the D6 Ultra and D4, which combine local artificial intelligence with secure offline storage. The announcement follows a successful Kickstarter campaign that raised over $1.4 million from more than 1,700 backers.
Both systems run on ZettOS, a Linux-based operating system developed in-house to support AI-powered workflows for content creators, small teams, and individual users. Zettlab positions its AI NAS lineup as an alternative to cloud-based storage, aiming to offer local automation and enhanced data privacy. While the company’s approach reflects a broader shift toward autonomous, offline AI workflows, the long-term maturity and stability of ZettOS will only become clear once the devices reach end users.
The D6 Ultra serves as the flagship model, designed for demanding professional environments. It features an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor with 14 cores and 18 threads, 16GB of DDR5 RAM expandable to 96GB, dual 10GbE ports, and PCIe 4.0 expansion. The system includes two M.2 SSD slots, six hot-swappable drive bays, and supports up to 152TB of total storage capacity. It offers data protection features such as RAID encryption, UPS support, and secure transfer protocols. The device also integrates a 3.49-inch LCD screen for real-time monitoring and an aluminum chassis that enhances durability and thermal performance. Capable of delivering up to 34 trillion operations per second (TOPS) of AI compute, the D6 Ultra targets media production and enterprise-level asset management workflows.
The D4, instead, is a smaller and more affordable option designed for home offices and small creative teams. Powered by a Rockchip RK3588 processor with an integrated 6 TOPS NPU and 16GB of LPDDR4x RAM, it supports up to 100TB of total storage. The system enables locally processed AI-driven functions such as semantic file search, automated transcription, and content categorization.
Both devices share a focus on private, offline AI. Built-in large language model capabilities allow users to perform visual recognition, voice-to-text conversion, and document-based Q&A entirely on-device, without internet access, ensuring that sensitive data remains private while maintaining high processing speeds.
Zettlab currently offers six NAS configurations, ranging from entry-level ARM-based systems to Intel-powered “Ultra” models. All of them, including the D4, D6, D6 Ultra, and D8 Ultra, share a common design language with aluminum enclosures, integrated LCD panels, and plug-and-play setup. A web-based interface and an app store allow users to install and manage software tools, while one-touch SD and TF card copying streamlines file ingestion. The devices support Docker, Plex, NextCloud, and Home Assistant, enabling customizable workflows and third-party integration.
The D6 Ultra is priced at $1,049, while the D4 starts at $429. Both models are available for pre-order through the company’s Kickstarter campaign, which includes early-bird discounts ahead of the planned retail release later this year.
