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SATA SSDs for NAS

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Hi

I recently upgraded my NAS to a Synology DS923+ which is happily running with my migrated 2x Ironwolf HDDs (it's nice to be able to use them without DSM screaming "unverified" at me.......!) Anyway, I'm considering in future moving to use SATA SSDs instead of the HDDs to speed things along a bit but I'm not sure which drives are recommended in a NAS environment. Certainly all the discussion I've found online seems to fall into the two camps of either i) SSDs aren't up to it full stop or ii) modern SSDs are fine. 

i.e. not very helpful Big Grin 

So my questions is can you advise what drives are the most suitable to work in a NAS?

Thanks
Si
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#2
It's great that you've upgraded to a Synology DS923+! When it comes to using SATA SSDs in a NAS, there are a few important things to consider in terms of performance, durability, and compatibility.

Key Considerations:
Endurance: NAS drives need to handle constant read/write operations. SSDs are great for speed, but you want to ensure they have a high endurance rating. Look for enterprise-grade or NAS-specific SSDs that are designed to handle frequent writes without degrading too quickly.

Compatibility: Make sure that the SSDs you choose are compatible with your Synology DS923+. Synology typically provides a list of recommended drives (called Verified Drives) for each model, so it's a good idea to check their compatibility list to avoid issues.

Caching vs. Storage: You’ll want to decide if you are using SSDs for caching or as primary storage. For caching, you can use SATA SSDs with less concern for endurance, but if you’re planning to use them for primary storage, go for more robust options with high endurance.

Recommended SATA SSDs for NAS:
Samsung 870 QVO

Endurance: Good, but it’s more of a budget-friendly option compared to others.

Best for: Caching or less intensive workloads.

Capacity: Available up to 8TB.

Crucial MX500

Endurance: Excellent for most NAS applications.

Best for: General NAS use, including as primary storage or caching.

Capacity: Available in capacities from 250GB to 2TB.

WD Red SA500

Endurance: Specifically designed for NAS environments.

Best for: NAS systems, good balance of cost and performance.

Capacity: Available from 500GB to 4TB.

Seagate IronWolf 110 SSD

Endurance: Designed specifically for NAS use.

Best for: NAS environments where reliability and endurance are key.

Capacity: Available in 240GB, 480GB, and 960GB capacities.

Kingston NV2 (for NVMe caching)

Endurance: High endurance for use in read-intensive applications.

Best for: Fast caching for SSDs in a hybrid storage setup.

Capacity: Available in up to 2TB (though typically used in NVMe slots).
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