MAximum HDD size for DS119/DS218play

[sktn77a]

I'm trying to figure out the maximum HDD I can out in a DS118 or a DS218play. The "compatibility list" shows drives from 10TB-16TB but I'm just guessing that's the maximum they have tested. The maximum volume size is 108TB but I don't know how that figure into the equation.

 

[Telos]

There is no max drive size for either unit at present.

 

[sktn77a]

Thanks. Does that mean any size drive up to 108TB can be used or there is just no max drive specification from Synology?

 

[Telos]

SATA3 is what you need. Practically speaking the DS-118 is likely unable to use a drive larger than 108TB... but it will be in the dust bin long before that is available.

Synology only lists tested drives.

 

[sktn77a]

Yes, I was interested in 20TB-30TB drives for future consideration. Sounds like these would work?

 

[Coop777]

Use Synology's INcompatibility drive matrix as a guide for selecting drives. Also read reviews, make sure to go with boxed retail NAS rated or Enterprise drive.

 

[Acetone]

You can currently buy a 100TB SSD from Nimbus, but not sure I'd be putting a £40,000 drive in a £160 nas