volcs0 Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 My array is at 90%, and I'm pretty maxed out - 8Tb parity 8Tb x 6 4Tb x 2 My plan is to finally upgrade my parity to 12Tb, and swap the parity drive for one of the 4Tb drives. Then I can start buying 12Tb drives - but this will give me some breathing room. Any preference on brand / model for the parity drive? I see that I can spend $175 - $400. I have a WDC_WD80EMAZ in there now - and it's been working great for 5 years or so. I see the Seagate Ironwolf 12TB NAS for $189 and the Pro version for $200. I appreciate any suggestions. Thanks. Quote Link to comment
Lolight Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 17 hours ago, volcs0 said: I see the Seagate Ironwolf 12TB NAS for $189 and the Pro version for $200. Both are good choices, with the Pro being a much better value at these prices. 3 year vs 5 year warranty for the Pro. Pros are rated for 300tb/year compared to 180tb/year for non-pros. Quote Link to comment
volcs0 Posted May 31, 2023 Author Share Posted May 31, 2023 10 hours ago, Lolight said: Both are good choices, with the Pro being a much better value at these prices. 3 year vs 5 year warranty for the Pro. Pros are rated for 300tb/year compared to 180tb/year for non-pros. Thanks. I went ahead and ordered a Pro. Thanks for the advice. Quote Link to comment
jbuszkie Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 ha! a couple days later and the price for the 12T pro is $226!! I'm looking for a 10TB and that version is $249!! LOL why is the 12TB cheaper? Quote Link to comment
Lolight Posted June 3, 2023 Share Posted June 3, 2023 14 hours ago, jbuszkie said: ha! a couple days later and the price for the 12T pro is $226!! I'm looking for a 10TB and that version is $249!! LOL why is the 12TB cheaper? Amazon shenanigans.. Quote Link to comment
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.