Even though most NASes have an HDD, SSD is also a good option. This Solid State Drive is up to 30 times faster than a traditional HDD. Aside from that, an SSD is more energy-efficient and silent, so you save energy and aren't bothered by noise as much. One last advantage is the lifespan of the SSD.
How do I add a SSD to my QNAP NAS?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2G6SqhwP_4
What is the SSD maximum capacity does QNAP support?
308 TB
Can you use SSD in QNAP NAS?
QNAP QTS now supports Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) SSDs that allow you to leverage SSDs built-in encryption functions without installing extra software, or using NAS system resources to encrypt data, providing you an extra layer of data protection and peace of mind.
Can I put SSD in my NAS?
Most NAS drives will accept SSDs as well as mechanical hard drives - we look at whether it's a good idea.Dec 2, 2021
How do I add more drives to my QNAP?
- Go to Storage & Snapshots > Storage > Storage/Snapshots.
- Select the volume and click on "Manage"
- Click on "Manage" > “Add Disk”
- Select the new hard drive member and click on “Apply”.
Can you add drives to QNAP?
Yes, with Qnap you do not get combined storage capacity like on Synology or Drobo, but you can still add drives. Qnap will allow you to add additional drives to an existing RAID.
What is the HDD maximum capacity does QNAP support?
As reference the new NAS models support different HDDs with capacity from 1TB to 18TB. Select HDD from the category menu.