The Synology HAT5300 is a line of enterprise-grade SATA hard drives designed specifically for use with Synology NAS systems, ensuring seamless integration and high performance. These drives are built to meet the demands of data-intensive applications such as data storage, backups, and virtualization.
Key Features of Synology HAT5300 Series:
- Form Factor: 3.5″ SATA HDD
- Interface: SATA III 6.0 Gb/s
- Capacities: Available in 8TB, 12TB, and 16TB models
- RPM: 7,200 RPM for consistent performance
- Cache: 256 MB cache for faster access to frequently used data
- Workload Rating: 550 TB/year, suitable for heavy workloads in enterprise environments
- Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 2.5 million hours, designed for 24/7 operation
- Firmware Optimization: Custom firmware built specifically for Synology systems to ensure compatibility and performance in DSM (DiskStation Manager)
- Performance: Up to 274 MB/s sustained data transfer rate (varies based on capacity)
- Reliability: Vibration protection, error recovery, and durable construction to ensure long-term reliability in multi-drive configurations
Key Benefits:
- Seamless Integration: These drives are tested for compatibility with Synology systems, ensuring smooth operation, optimized performance, and compatibility with DSM updates.
- High Performance: The HAT5300 delivers consistent throughput for demanding environments, such as large-scale storage, surveillance, and multimedia production.
- Optimized Firmware: Special firmware enhancements reduce latency and improve performance when used in RAID configurations.
- Data Integrity and Protection: The drive is engineered for reliability, with features like vibration tolerance, low power consumption, and proactive protection against data loss.
Model Comparison:
- HAT5300-8T:
- Capacity: 8TB
- Max. Sustained Transfer Speed: Up to 230 MB/s
- HAT5300-12T:
- Capacity: 12TB
- Max. Sustained Transfer Speed: Up to 256 MB/s
- HAT5300-16T:
- Capacity: 16TB
- Max. Sustained Transfer Speed: Up to 274 MB/s
These drives are ideal for high-availability and high-reliability applications such as business-critical databases, large file storage, and enterprise backup solutions. The HAT5300 series is designed to work best within Synology’s ecosystem, offering better performance and stability than third-party drives in Synology NAS systems.